The Moon in our lives
The Moon is a celestial object that we all take for granted, but not many people have the time to think about the part that the Moon played in life
Dissociation
LAST FRIDAY, Toddles, our friend’s little pup, was killed by a car near where they live. As the family cried about their beloved dog, their 5-year-old son played quietly in
Escola virtual
MY DAUGHTER is ill today, that is to say… she did not go to school. She attends a local Portuguese school and the timetable is impressive. With gymnastics, music and
Stop targeting our kids!
Two-thirds of parents aren’t aware that junk food manufacturers are using internet games to target children, according to the British Heart Foundation (BHF) and the Children’s Food Campaign (CFC). Half
Baby bottle alert
Scientists have warned parents putting warm milk in plastic bottles could have a harmful effect on their children. A study showed that heating the plastic bottles or filling them with
Growing great boys
By: SUZY TURNER suzy@the-resident.com Suzy Turner has lived in Portugal for 22 years and works as a freelance writer. As well as putting pen to paper for our Beauty and
The March 2008 Night Sky
Welcome to the March night sky. This month, winter officially ends at the spring equinox and it will happen on March 20. What exactly determines the date is the position
Caffeine increases risk of miscarriage
By: SUZY TURNER suzy@portugalresident.com PREGNANT WOMEN who consume caffeine are increasing their risk of miscarriage, according to new research. Over 1,000 pregnant women in their early 20s were studied and
Improving family harmony
By: SUZY TURNER suzy@portugalresident.com Suzy Turner has lived in Portugal for 22 years and works as a freelance writer. As well as putting pen to paper for our Beauty and
Metal detectors in UK schools
By: SUZY TURNER suzy@portugalresident.com AIRPORT-STYLE metal detectors are to be installed in a number of secondary schools across the UK. Details of the scheme are emerging as the Home Secretary,