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

Country Kids 15/08/18

Welcome to Country Kids. Country Kids was one of the first linkies I joined in when I started my blog four years ago. It helped inspire me to enjoy so…

"adjusting" - this week's word of the week

Friday Focus 14/09/18 – Adjusting to new routines

With Sophie at school, I’ve been adjusting to being at home on my own during the day with Thomas. The house feels so very quiet without Sophie and it’s been…

Sophie and Thomas lying on Jessica's photo blanket

Siblings – September 2018

September. The start of a new school year and adjusting to the change in routine. With Sophie having started school last week, I’m now on my own at home most…

A space-themed mobile with polystyrene stars and "planets"

Crafting with kids: a simple space-themed mobile

This month’s #BostikBlogger craft theme is “space”. We were inspired to make this simple space-themed mobile using polystyrene balls and stars, string and a paper plate.   You will need:…

Hubby, me, Sophie and Thomas with a picture of Jessica and her birthday cake at her forever bed

Remembering Jessica: a special birthday picnic

Jessica’s birthday was always such a milestone moment. As well as being her birthday, it was also one of her heart days – the anniversary of her first open heart…

A drawing of me holding a placard reading "Vote for me. Little Hearts, Big Love. #BiBs2018"

I’m a BiBs finalist!

This little blog of mine is my space to capture memories and reflect on the ups and downs of life. Blogging has been a way of updating friends and family…

A double rainbow over houses - "#365daysofgratitude"

#365daysofgratitude – Week 36

For the last two years, I have taken part in a daily gratitude challenge – sharing one photo a day on Instagram of something I am grateful for. It’s taught…

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

Country Kids 08/09/18

Welcome to Country Kids. Country Kids was one of the first linkies I joined in when I started my blog four years ago. It helped inspire me to enjoy so…

"Firsts" - this week's word of the week

Friday Focus 07/09/18 – Emotional firsts

This week has been a particularly emotional one as two big firsts have come together: the first of Jessica’s birthdays without her and Sophie’s first day at school. We’ve also…

Sophie in her school uniform

To Sophie on her first day at school

Darling Sophie, Today is your first day at school. A big step for you and one that you are ready to take. I know that you will take it in…