Latest posts

Sophie standing in the long grass near the Chinese bridge at the arboretum in Langley Park

My Sunday Photo 04/06/17

 

Jessica and Sophie digging in the garden

#30DaysWild – Planting and weeding

I have to confess that gardening really isn’t my forte. I go through spells of being a little more enthusiastic about working in the garden and then leave the weeds…

A rainbow nature hunt sheet with some leaves and rhododendron petals stuck to some of the colours

#30DaysWild – A rainbow nature hunt

Having a trail to follow or things to look out for always makes a walk more interesting. Little legs never seem to tire quite as quickly when there are things…

A doodle of the word "unwell" with a cartoon version of me leaning on the 'w', looking unhappy with my head resting in my hands

Friday Focus 02/06/17 – Half-term bugs

Half-term has been somewhat overshadowed by being unwell. I’ve had a horrible cough since the start of half-term which has made me tired and grumpy. Hubby’s away working on an…

Jessica and Sophie painting outdoors in the garden

#30DaysWild – Outdoor painting with natural brushes

This year we’re taking part in #30DaysWild – a challenge from the Wildlife Trusts to get outside each day in June, do something wild and connect with nature. I love…

A fairy princess riding a unicorn

Fairies, fauns and unicorns: an adventure in an Enchanted Museum

A little imagination combined with a walk in the woods can turn a day out into a fairytale adventure for my girls. An evening at one of their favourite places,…

A family "totem pole" photo - from top to bottom - Sophie, hubby, Jessica and me

Me and Mine – May 2017

We’re now into one of hubby’s busy periods at work. This means that he’s been working away on events for several days at a time. Even when he is home,…

Jessica as a toddler with a speech bubble saying "From the mouths of babes" and the text "A linky for sharing the things kids say"

From the mouths of babes #121 – Rain, rain, go away…

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…

A sunset in Malta with the text "#365daysofgratitude"

#365daysofgratitude – Week 21

#365daysofgratitude is my challenge for 2017 to share one photo a day on Instagram of something I am grateful for. I took part in a similar challenge last year and…

Jessica and Sophie having a cuddle

My Sunday Photo 28/05/17