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The arrival of the New Year also meant the return to school for children up and down the country. For most it meant new school shoes and this is certainly something that is true for us. I have to admit it’s not one of my favourite tasks either as with… Read more“The hunt for the perfect school shoes”
I can’t believe we’re into February already, January whizzed by at an amazing speed and left us feeling rather stunned in some ways. The weather has been atrocious which I’m sure hasn’t gone unnoticed by you either. The storm systems have left us feeling battered since December and there has… Read more“Hello February we’re coming to get you …..”
It may have escaped your notice but the last two months seem to have consisted of nothing but rain. It rains a lot here in West Wales however its been relentless over the last few months. In fact Egwlyswrw, a village local to me has seen 82 days on rain… Read more“Rain, Rain and more Rain”
If you saw my preview post last week then you will be dying to know what was inside this box … The younger two have seen the new series of Teletubies which hit our screens in November and were quickly enthralled with them. I remember the original series of Teletubbies… Read more“Uh-oh here comes the brand new range of Teletubbies Toys”
Over the last few years we have had several holidays right here in the UK and this year we are hoping that this will continue. We are lucky enough to live an a fantastic area and despite having lived here for many years there are still places I myself am… Read more“Our UK Bucket list for 2016”
Do you remember the Teletubbies? Well they are back and I am thrilled to announce that I will be reviewing some brand new Teletubbies toys. So keep your eyes peeled as I will be revealing all on January 11th 2016 but in the meantime here is a teaser …. … Read more“Something exciting is coming …..”
Over the Christmas holidays we have realised that as the children grow we need to adapt more to their changing needs. The main one being the need for space and privacy, which isn’t always an easy thing to find here! With Luc now in Secondary school and feels that he… Read more“Adapting the bedrooms to the boys changing needs”
Being a Foster Carer can be hugely rewarding. During my time working in Social Services I have had the privilege of working with some amazing people who have dedicated themselves to making a difference to children’s lives and have helped them learn and develop. Fostering can also be very challenging… Read more“Have you ever thought about becoming a Foster Carer?”
There is nothing I enjoy more than spending time with my family over Christmas. It’s a time to relax, eat chocolate, play board games and watch some Christmas TV. This year there has been a great selection of programmes on offer including some of my favourite programmes. For many year… Read more“What Christmas television viewing means to us”
Sainsbury have teamed up with Save the Children to help promote child literacy. Reading with your child can help spark imaginations and also boosts the bond between parent and child. We have always read with our children, it’s become one of our rituals and something we all thoroughly enjoy. So… Read more“Sainsbury and Save the Children’s Storyteller Campaign”