Life in Lockdown. I never thought I would have to write those words. But over three weeks ago, like much of the world, we were told we had to STAY HOME. It isn’t optional and we are doing our very best to protect our health care system and stop the spread of a virus that […]
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How to parent your teenager during a stressful period
*This post does contain an affiliate link. Marked with **AF. This may earn me income if you click and make a purchase* This post is titled how to parent your teenager during a stressful period, but I need to make clear that this is not me telling you what to do, it’s more a series […]
READ MORECan-Do. Little cans of fun and kindness.
*This is a review post. We were sent an item to share on our blog* As a family, we try to be positive and kind and to help our children (and the adults in the house) to be calm. Can-Do is a great little tool to help with that. What is Can-Do? Can-do was created […]
READ MOREGetting creative with Yorkshire Fabric Shop
*This is a review post. We were kindly sent some fabric to create a collaborative post* I am not a naturally crafty person but I do love sewing and knitting, and my teenager has inherited this from me, and she is far more creative. Yorkshire Fabric Shop asked us to get creative with some fabric […]
READ MOREOur week in photos – carry on as before
Welcome to Our Week in Photos. Our way of sharing our week and what we get up to with our family abroad and grandparents who like to keep up with our life and antics. Last week we were told we could ease lockdown slightly. For us, it hasn’t made much difference, and we are carrying […]
READ MOREThe top 10 gifts to give a pet lover
*This is a collaborative post we hope will be useful* Our pets are important to us, and part of our lives. We treasure the memories we have with them, and the special relationship they give us, and if you are a pet lover or know someone who is, then we think these gift ideas might […]
READ MORESpring planting. Helpful tips on how to and what.
Sharing a lovely guest post about spring planting by Carly. Carly is a beekeeper in Hampshire hand making 100% natural skincare utilising beeswax & honey. All ingredients are selected for their therapeutic properties, all products are preservative free & packaged in recyclable packaging. Spring is definitely here, we’ve had a few weeks of brilliant sunshine, the odd dash […]
READ MORELife in Lockdown – not much has changed
Life in Lockdown. I never thought I would have to write those words. But over three weeks ago, like much of the world, we were told we had to STAY HOME. It isn’t optional and we are doing our very best to protect our health care system and stop the spread of a virus that […]
READ MOREWild Days – getting kids thinking about nature
*This is a collaborative post* Part of our homeschool curriculum is learning about nature, the world, our environment, and what we can do to help by being a greener family. Wild Days from Earth Watch Europe is a great site with lots of activities and resources to help parents, teachers, and kids learn and do […]
READ MOREDoodle Maths – making maths challenging & fun
*This is a review post* I am a big fan of apps and programmes that help me supplement the educational skills my children are developing and Doodle Maths is something we use to help with all sorts of number skills for homeschooling. A home learning programme that adapts to your child and helps them to […]
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