I wondered how Jessica starting school would affect the bond between my girls, but being separated during the day seems to have brought them even closer. Pick-up time always brings so much joy. It is wonderful to see their delight at being reunited again. Sophie has adjusted well to being on her own at home… Read More
Jessica’s birthday at the beginning of September always feels like the big transition point in the year. Somehow the change in seasons always feels more acute in September than at any other time. Maybe it is the change in the weather as summer ends and autumn starts. It’s a change that always brings a feeling… Read More
One of the things I miss most about summer is those beautiful warm afternoons. Afternoons when the sky was so wonderfully blue. When it seemed as if there was all the time in the world to go and explore. Watching my girls running off in front of me, hand in hand with each other, dressed… Read More
A summer full of fun and adventure is coming to an end. This week especially has been about trying to savour the little moments, trying to slow down time, to fully enjoy the moment and make the most of it. We’ve done so much together this week and always at the back of my mind… Read More
I can’t quite believe we’re at the end of August. The summer holidays have whizzed by far too quickly for my liking. In just under a week’s time, my big girl will start school and celebrate her 5th birthday. This summer has felt incredibly precious – making the most of this time before Jessica takes… Read More
This summer has felt like a significant one – the last summer before Jessica starts school and I’ve been determined to make the most of it. Thankfully the weather has been mostly been on my side and we’ve enjoyed getting out and about, having little adventures. Seeing my girls heading off on an adventure together,… Read More
It’s been a bittersweet week. Jessica had her last day at preschool on Wednesday – the end of an era for her. Emotionally, I’ve been up and down like a yo-yo. The littlest things have had me in tears – emptying her preschool bag for the last time and finding her “I’m in today” photo… Read More