You don’t need to go broke in the summer holidays….
I don’t know about you, but I find the summer holidays can be a bit expensive. My kids seem to eat more (anyone else feel like they are running a 24/7 cafe for what seem like permenantly hungry small hobbits?) we do more days out, and when it’s rainy and miserable, we are at home […]
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We love pretty things – A giveaway with PomPoms & Pretty Things…
I love social media. It’s been such a fabulous way for me to connect with some amazing bloggers and brands, and I have got to know some really lovely people through Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. I first came across PomPoms & Pretty Things on Instagram, when I spotted that they make rather adorable Unicorn Key […]
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Celebrating International Cat day with some fascinating facts about cats & dogs…
If you read our blog you know that we LOVE our pets and we are cat lovers, although we are seriously considering getting a puppy or a dog next year (the cats WILL NOT be happy) Today is International Cat Day, so of course we are celebrating in our house with cans of tuna […]
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Bringing Home Your First Dog – What You Need to Do to Prepare Your Home
For many people out there, a family isn’t complete without a dog. If that sounds like you, and you’ve made the big decision to adopt your first dog, then there’s no doubt that the household is filled with excitement and anticipation. Before you bring home your new furry family member, however, there are a few […]
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Breastfeeding – I did it. Would I do it again?
It’s world breastfeeding week. Social media is flooded with the promotion and discussion of breastfeeding and all the issues surrounding that. The good, the bad, the ugly, the happy, the sad. The why and why not. I don’t talk about breastfeeding much on my blog any more. It’s been almost 5 years since Matthew weaned, […]
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Stuff we loved – July
Wow, July went fast, didn’t it? Or at least it did for us. I think my having a knee operation and the children breaking from school seems to have made it go much more quickly. So here we are, in the summer holidays! A quick round up of things we have liked and loved […]
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A Family Kitchen Is For More Than Just Cooking
The kitchen is often the center of the house. It’s a multi-functional space that is for much more than just cooking. When you’ve got a family, the kitchen is more important than ever. It’s a space where you can prepare meals and enjoy them together as a family. But it’s also a place where the […]
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Sometimes I don’t want to be the village…
This blog post should be entitled "dear mother who hasn't organised childcare for the summer holidays, it's not my job to pick up your mess" but that's too long. Before I launch into my rant, I will point out that I LOVE being the village for other mums. I will willingly help out those in […]
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Decorative lighting doesn’t have to be complicated
This blog post contains an affiliate link to Amazon which earns me income if you click and make a purchase. The link is marked with * Decorative lighting is an easy way to add character and light to any space in a house. I love decorating our home and finding pieces that fit with our […]
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Boss Baby is here…
There is a new boss in town. He’s not your usual type. He’s a bit different from what you would expect. He’s still in nappies but that won’t stop him from trying to get what he wants… Boss Baby is here, and despite the fact he’s not potty trained and still needs a bottle, he […]
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