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

Country Kids 18/05/19

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 'sunshine'

Friday Focus 17/05/19 – Making the most of the sunshine

It’s been so lovely to have the sunshine this week, especially for my birthday barbecue at the weekend. It was so lovely to be able to celebrate my birthday with…

The Bell Inn in Imber

A visit to the ghost village of Imber

Once upon a time, there was a small isolated village in the middle of Salisbury Plain called Imber. One day, the people who lived in the village were called to…

A picture of Jessica wearing a princess dress; Thomas in a Harry Potter sleepsuit; Sophie in a princess dress

Siblings – May 2019

It is lovely to see that how that sibling bond between Sophie and Thomas grows and develops. The way his little eyes light up when she talks to him; the…

A double rainbow over houses - "#365daysofgratitude"

#365daysofgratitude 2019 – Weeks 18 and 19

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 11/05/19

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 'forty' surrounded by small numeral '40's

Friday Focus 10/05/19 – Entering my forties

I turned forty yesterday. The start of a new decade in my life. It’s made for a bit of an emotional rollercoaster of a week. Not because turning forty bothered…

My 40th birthday cake

40 thoughts on my 40th birthday

If I could sum up my 30s in one word, it would have to be ‘family’. I got married at the start of my 30s, lost my dad a few…

Sophie sticking leaves on her fairy picture

Fabulous fairies and fun at Iver Environment Centre

We first discovered Iver Environment Centre last summer and have been back several times. Sophie loves exploring the different garden areas there and the various activity sessions that they offer…

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

Country Kids 04/05/19

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…