Archived: Christmas
And a Prosperous New Year…
I was woken by a text from a slightly hystericxal Vix who was in the middle of committing to the biggest spend of her life – an annual season ticket for her reverse commute to …
Time to enjoy the spoils of the hunt
I love the lazy post Christmas days when all you really have to worry about is how much more can your fridge cope with, and taking a sweepstake on when, not if, the double cream topples …
Sometimes, Mr Micawber, something does turn up – and just in time for Christmas
The cost of Christmas dinner has risen faster than inflation, ten million of us will be tipped into debt this Christmas, even the Chancellor can’t protect his family business from losing money, but I am determined …
Regifting – Cheap Or Thrifty?
Come on let’s be honest – have you ever re-gifted over Christmas? That’s taken a gift lovingly chosen for you and er…given it to someone else (re-wrapped of course)?
I know it sounds cheap and somewhat …
You’re nearly there – don’t blow the budget now!
Today is one of the most dangerous shopping days of the year – the panicky last minute amateurs are out in their droves. If you’re not careful you’ll get swept along in their wake and …
Who’s Eaten All The Pies?
Every year, as we all know the sales come earlier and earlier and so too it seems do all the articles about dieting and detoxing. “Eaten too many mince pies?” scream the headlines. “Gained the …
Can Cameron Put ‘Em Right?
Almost two hundred years after the birth of Charles Dickens and the rich are still trying to blame the poor for their circumstances. Charities like Barnardos and The Children’s Society broadly welcomed David Cameron’s pledge …
Once upon a time…
These mummy bloggers are an enterprising lot – when they’re not re-tweeting the Leveson inquiry or quizzing Nigella Lawson about her Christmas plans they’re raising money for charity. Well, Nataliya Delleva is, and congratulations to …
Christmas: For Young & Old.
There I was, digging a hole. Hole in the ground. Bernard Cribbins might not have made the best Pop star, but his portrayal of lovable grandparent Wilfred Mott in the recent Doctor Who revival bought …
Are You Drink Aware?
Tis’ the season to be merry and many of us will be if reports are to be believed. It doesn’t take a rocket scientist (or a study) to tell us that our alcohol consumption rises …
How’s Your Christmas Shopping going?
How’s your Christmas shopping going? According to the papers record numbers of us took a sneaky break from work yesterday at 10am to Christmas shop online. Known as Cyber Monday, this was the day that …
It’s gloves off for the economy as shoppers shun the sales.
As I was rushing round this morning making four different breakfasts (ok, so one of them was a cup of tea and half a tangerine)… I realised that it’s not the hand that rocks the …
My name is Amanda, a journalist and mum of four. I have been writing about family finance since my first baby was born. I will be sharing my financial triumphs and hiccups with you and helping ensure KidStart helps you find the smartest ways to save.
I’m Anita, a mum to two under 5s, a blogger, journalist and author. I’ll be blogging about all things family related whether that’s ranting about legislation, or a general heads up about something to make family life happier and less stressful. 
