The Friday Focus – 13/05/16

Friday 13th is traditionally considered to be unlucky.  This time five years ago, it was the worst day of my life – the day when we were told that our…

Family Fun linky

This week I am delighted to join Diary of an Imperfect Mum as a co-host on her fabulous Family Fun linky.  Family Fun is a fun, friendly community for bloggers…

Parenting Pep Talk #13 – Single Mum Speaks

Parenting Pep Talk is a weekly series of guest posts all about encouraging other parents by sharing some of our happy moments, the advice that has worked for us and…

Staying safe in the sun with Boots Soltan

We’ve always been a family who like to get outdoors as much as possible, especially when it’s warm and sunny.  Staying safe in the sun is extra-important at this time…

Making grasshoppers using clothes pegs and craft foam

Insect-themed crafts for toddlers and preschoolers

Our latest craft theme was insects and we’ve been busy creating various mini-beasts out of paper plates, egg cartons, craft sticks and other materials.  Here you can find out how…

From the mouths of babes #70

From the mouths of babes is a weekly linky which invites you to share a post, old or new, about something your children have said. Those adorable mispronounced words, the…

Blue waters of a lagoon with the text #366daysofgratitude

#366daysofgratitude – Week 18

Throughout 2016 I will be posting a photo on Instagram each day, sharing something that I am grateful for each day as part of my #366daysofgratitude project.  Here are the…

My Sunday Photo – 08/05/16

History and mini-beast hunting at Ankerwycke

Ankerwycke is just across the river from Runnymede and home to the ancient Ankerwycke Yew – a 2500 year old tree which is said to be where Henry VIII wooed…

The Friday Focus – 06/05/16

I have to say I’ve been floating on cloud nine this week having discovered that this blog of mine has been shortlisted for a BiBs award!  To be one of…