Smurf’s theme party

I loved The Smurfs as a kid. Only three apples tall, and blue with white clothing, they lived in a communal utopia of mushroom houses deep in a medieval forest.

Gargamel, an inept local wizard, hated their happiness, and his flea-bitten cat and sidekick Azrael (who was, indeed kicked to the side a lot) was forever hopeful that he could capture and eat one of them. …Read more

Get a Life

Following recent financial crises, there is a growing realisation in society that friendships, family and hobbies are more important than money. People are slowing down; they are making less money but having more fun. There are lots of ways this can be achieved. Here are a few examples of strategies that work: …Read more

8 Steps to Financial Freedom (Part 2)

Last week we looked at the first four steps you need to take if you want financial freedom; something that most Kiwis aspire to. They were: (1) Spend less than you earn; (2) Join a subsidised superannuation scheme; (3) Pay off short term debt and (4) Set up an emergency fund. Here are the last four steps that will help you be financially free: …Read more

Take it to the Cooking Classroom: Kids’ Cooking Party Ideas

Sometimes letting the kids go right to a classroom works best, and cooking is no different. As an alternative to your home, let the kids learn how to cook in a fun and organized business made for this.

You can find a local cooking school, a health store that specializes in this, or even a food preparation business that host children’s classes. …Read more

Let Them Eat Cake! Kids’ Cooking Party Ideas

Kids love food and many of them also love to cook! This type of theme party is such fun for the kids and for you as the parent as well. Not only can this teach them some important life skills to work their way around the kitchen, but it is also a great way to invite others over. …Read more

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