Half-term was rather a hectic time for us with Sophie’s birthday in the middle of it, plus trying to juggle work and other commitments whilst making the most of being able to have time with Sophie. I didn’t manage to find time to write our weekly update last week and nearly didn’t manage it this… Read More

This week has felt like a constant battle against insomnia; struggling to try and get a reasonable night’s sleep. I feel like I’m permanently tired at the moment in spite of doing my best to go to bed early and try to catch up on sleep.     I go off to sleep easily enough,… Read More

I’m tired and feeling somewhat jaded this week. It’s been one of those weeks where everything just feels a bit too much. Too many things to juggle; frustrations over things going a bit topsy-turvy. Add in several nights of bedtime battles, a wakeful toddler, and a nice dollop of grief insomnia and it’s no wonder… Read More

Last weekend was my twin sister’s wedding and it was such a beautiful, if bittersweet at times, day. Sophie and I were bridesmaids and Thomas was a page boy. He looked absolutely adorable in his little suit and Sophie looked beautiful in her bridesmaid dress. Jessica wasn’t forgotten – her picture was on a little… Read More

We’ve been making the most of the lovely sunshine this week and have spent most of the time out in the garden. I have a few jobs on my to-do list that have been put off as a result. If they can’t be done while sitting outside and are not urgent, they can wait. Weather… Read More

We’re gradually adjusting into the old routine again and getting used to Sophie being at school during the day. She’s enjoying being back with her friends and although the house still feels very quiet during the day, it has been nice to have some one-to-one time with Thomas too.     Some of the changes… Read More