Finding love when you least expect it
Snow is softly falling, the fire is quietly crackling and there is a glass of wine on the side of the kitchen for you. A romantic scene, right? Ready for the perfect tall, strong, handsome man to come striding into. So many of us love this time of year and are ready...
Family Christmas Planner – the guide to having a stress free Christmas
It’s the beginning of November and time for the mothers of the house to dust off their Family Christmas Planner. Let's not panic but there are only two months left to go until Christmas. This busy time of the year is going to be filled with frenzied shopping,...
Why it is better dating as a single mum
Dating as a single parent can be so much fun. I’ve done it, got the badge and am still enjoying it now. So this post comes from the view point of someone who knows what she is talking about. If you are newly single with children, or thinking about dating someone with...

I’m Melinda, single mum to one and living in Surrey, UK.
It can be tough being a parent so I’d love to share my rollercoaster ride with you. We all want to do the best job we can and I’m here to help with that.
Dating – my ups and lows of dating as a single parent. A comprehensive guide to entering this world successfully.
Family/well-being – bonding with your family, mental health, budgeting, stay-at-home jobs, nutrition, days out, and much more.
Romance Author – my stay-at-home job. Escapist romance, a hero just for you, beautiful locations and stories designed to thrill. Check out which book suits you.
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