Work to Live, Don’t Live to Work
I've always been a firm believer in this saying, and I've always tried to stick to it. But recently, things have flipped and it's killing me.
Tag: homelife
Year 2 at the Smallholding
We recently passed 2 years at our 2.5 acre smallholding. It's been another busy year where we got loads done; here's what we've been up to.
I Want to Strangle Him...Sometimes
I love my sons, but my goodness there are times I want to strangle them. Then, sometimes, they show us why it's worth it.
Emma Mattresses Are Crap
My wife and I recently bought an Emma Mattress, but it's since gone back because, frankly, it's shite.
Why Do Kids Lie?
Why do kids think they can get away with the most ridiculous of lies? Sometimes it's funny, but other times I want to strangle them!
Ending the PenPals Experiment
I've decided to end my PenPals experiment. It's been 9 months, and it's been a lot of fun, but it's time for it to end.
How Much Does It Cost to Charge My EV for a Month?
Back in June I wrote about whether I've saved money by switching to an EV. But I charge my car at work quite a lot, so how much does it actually cost to charge my EV For a month?
Flailing About With My Mower
Back in May I wrote about an evening stroll in the field and leaving the grass to grow. Since then, things have escalated...A LOT.
Did Switching to an EV Save Me Money?
Back in February, I switched from a dinosaur drinking Land Rover, to an EV. But has switching actually saved me money?
Building a Home Gym
I haven't done a FatBoy update in a little while, so I decided to do a double-whammy and talk about how I've been getting on, along with my new little home gym.
An Evening Stroll in the Field
We've been trying to decide what to do with our larger field. I think we have a plan, now.
The Long Way Home
You know what? After a long day in the office, sometimes it's nice to take the long way home.
The Bum Gun
My wife and I recently discovered a bum gun in one of our bathrooms at home. It gave me quite the shock!
The Day of Rest
Sunday. The day of rest. Yesterday, Saturday, was a busy day chock-full of household chores. But today, *today*, is different. I can sit on my lazy fat arse and bask in the fruits of my labour from yesterday, right?
Wi-Fi + Old Houses = Painful
Since moving to our 200 year old converted barn, we've had nothing but problems with our Wi-Fi signal. Here's the saga...
First Cut of the Year
It's that time of year again. Spring has sprung and it's time to break out the mower and cut the grass. Sooo much grass!
My First Month With an EV
I recently bought my first electric vehicle (EV). It has been an interesting adjustment, but am I glad I switched from diesel?
Mow Is Me
And once again, the mower has shit the bed and I'm having to spend what little spare time I have fixing it. At least this time it isn't a belt...
⚠️ Severe Snow Warning ⚠️
So last night it was all over the news that there were going to be \"*Severe Snow Storms*\" across North Wales today. In true British fashion, the entire country lost its shit.