We had a great day and night visiting family, it was nice to get out the house, even though the streets were like an ice rink. The council really need to get better at gritting local side street roads and pavements.

Happy new year everyone,

It's been a busy start as kids school resumed on the 2nd with some early appointments, but grateful we are in this new year in good health.

It’s nearly the end of 2024.

Looking back I can’t even express my emotions how hard this year has been. I am still reminding myself that we will start the new year with new resolutions, hopes, ambitions and aspirations. I really hope it brings hope, sunshine, warmth, love and peace for everyone. Sending all best wishes and prayers for New year.

Happy Christmas to you all. It,s Christmas morning, no snow here but maybe for some around the UK. This Christmas day is going to be a good one for myself and my daughter. As a bit of a hoarder we have limited space but I am so happy that I have managed to find space for a table so we can have lunch together. There are obviously a lot of families across the UK that are in a far worse position than we are now but myself and my daughter will be thinking and praying for you all.

On Wednesday, my family and I headed to Edinburgh to kick off our Christmas celebrations. The city looked amazing with all the lights and festive vibes. We wandered through Prince Street streets, grabbed some tasty treats, and just had a blast together. The Christmas market was definitely the best part, making memories that we'll always remember but i was really expensive and the train tickets were a bit too much!

The weather has been worrying, especially windy weather, Im always worried incase it leaves something damaged which I dont have the money to repair.

Looking forward to the break, staying indoors and enjoying family time .

For a change, this is the first time in 13 Christmases that I haven't accrued additional debt. It hasn't been easy but I just go without to try and make the next year a more positive 1. I envisage I will be needed in a car this year and I am dreading a loan repayment when things are already quite tight. What on earth can you give up to afford a car?

It was a very cold day. Baby was so crying. But I don't enjoy watching soccer at the moment. Yeah it was a blessed day.

Where has Christmas come from this year, it has certainly crept up on me. The pressure on me has eased this year as my daughter has finished her A levels and is a bit more independent, unfortunately I won't be using the heating again this winter due to the cost, we do have plenty of blankets now to wrap up in. I always try to look on the brighter side now and have been keeping busy with Changing Realities and CPAG, which I am looking forward to campaigning more in the coming year. I think I once wrote in a diary entry " if there is light at the end of the tunnel, how long will it take to reach", But after recent events and meetings involving Changing Realities, I believe we are heading slowly towards that light ! I do wear glasses though 🤓

This month feels a little better as I've managed to save 40 via the asda xmas savers pot started it in may/June it's become so hard to reach your goals but I'm happy as every little helps towards the xmas food shopping

"Growing up and living in communities where families often struggle to make ends meet, I’ve seen firsthand how social security can be a lifeline—not just for survival but for building hope. Politicians and media need to shift the story from blame to dignity, showing how these investments uplift entire communities. Sharing stories of resilience and tying them to the broader benefits for society could inspire empathy and drive urgent action on child poverty."

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I'm unemployed and have no job, making life extremely difficult