Over the summer holidays, Iver Environment Centre ran some regular family activity sessions. Sophie enjoyed creating a fairy garden in the last session we attended. In the last week of the holidays, we returned for some flower-themed crafts. We arrived a little early for the craft session so we could have time to… Read More
I’ve been told a few times since Jessica died that I need to have counselling. I’m sure the people who tell me this mean well, but it leaves me wondering why they think I need it so much. Is it because they feel like I’m not coping with my grief? Or that I’m not… Read More
For the last two years, I have taken part in a daily gratitude challenge – sharing one photo a day on Instagram of something I am grateful for. It’s taught me to look for the little things and has made me a more positive person. It has not always been easy to find something to… Read More
Welcome to Country Kids. Country Kids was one of the first linkies I joined in when I started my blog four years ago. It helped inspire me to enjoy so many outdoor adventures with my girls and create happy memories. It is an honour to be taking over hosting Country Kids from Fiona at Coombe… Read More
With Sophie at school, I’ve been adjusting to being at home on my own during the day with Thomas. The house feels so very quiet without Sophie and it’s been a very long time since I just had a new baby to look after. It’s very strange being back at this stage again. I feel… Read More
September. The start of a new school year and adjusting to the change in routine. With Sophie having started school last week, I’m now on my own at home most of the day with Thomas. I love the way Sophie gives her baby brother a kiss as she heads into school and is so happy… Read More
This month’s #BostikBlogger craft theme is “space”. We were inspired to make this simple space-themed mobile using polystyrene balls and stars, string and a paper plate. You will need: Polystyrene stars and balls (8 in total) Paint Paintbrushes Scrap paper or newspaper PVA glue (we used Bostik White Glu) Cocktail sticks Blu tack Craft… Read More