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Jessica standing in front of a tree looking out over a big branch - "Country Kids"

Country Kids 01/06/19

Welcome to Country Kids. Country Kids, originally hosted by Fiona at Coombe Mill, is all about sharing outdoor family fun. It was one of the first linkies I joined in…

The word 'firsts' - this week's word of the week

Friday Focus 31/05/19 – A few firsts

We’ve had a few firsts this week, starting with one I could have done without: Thomas’s first trip to A&E. Sophie was a little over-enthusiastic with her love when playing…

Me wearing a 40th birthday sash, Sophie holding a picture of Jessica and hubby holding Thomas at my 40th birthday barbecue

Me and Mine – May 2019

May is my birthday month. This year is a big birthday year for me as I turned forty. My birthday celebrations were spread out over a week, starting with a…

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

30 ideas for doing #30dayswild with kids

This year we will be taking part in #30DaysWild for the third time. #30DaysWild is a fun challenge organised by the Wildlife Trust to encourage people to connect with nature…

A paper heart with "Jessica" on it hanging from a tree and #365daysofgratitude

#365daysofgratitude 2019 – Week 21

Since 2016, I have taken part in a daily gratitude challenge, sharing a photo of one thing I am thankful for each day on Instagram. There have been days when…

Jessica standing in front of a tree looking out over a big branch - "Country Kids"

Country Kids 25/05/19

Welcome to Country Kids. Country Kids, originally hosted by Fiona at Coombe Mill, is all about sharing outdoor family fun. It was one of the first linkies I joined in…

The word 'superheroes' - this week's word of the week

Friday Focus 24/05/19 – My little superheroes

Yesterday was Superheroes Day for Sophie at school. The children in Reception have been learning about superheroes and this was an opportunity for them to come to school dressed as…

Sophie, and hubby with Thomas in the buggy walking around Petersfield Heath lake

A family day out in and around Petersfield

Two 40th birthday celebrations (mine and a friend’s) in Hampshire over the May bank holiday weekend provided the perfect excuse to spend a weekend in Petersfield, where I grew up.…

A rain gauge made from a plastic bottle outside in the garden

Crafting with kids: Making a rain gauge

I love craft activities that can be used as learning opportunities for children. One of the things that Sophie and I have done recently is to make a rain gauge…

A paper heart with "Jessica" on it hanging from a tree and #365daysofgratitude

#365daysofgratitude 2019 – Week 20

Since 2016, I have taken part in a daily gratitude challenge, sharing a photo of one thing I am thankful for each day on Instagram. There have been days when…