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I really do not know where the time goes – Half Term over before I even knew it. I have been so busy that I realise that I have let my boys play more computer games than is probably good for them. So I was really pleased to be asked to take a character from … Read more
I have been inspired to write this post following the news of the death of Maya Angelou, an inspirational woman. Please be aware that this post deals with some issues of a sensitive nature and some readers may find them upsetting. The first time I really felt that I took control of my life was … Read more
Imaginative play is really important for so many areas of development. If you can engage the child in doing something they enjoy they will learn without even realising it. Playing with an adult is good because children can learn the social rules. If parent and child are both interested in the play then it is … Read more
Some days are dark and you cannot find your way. Sometimes you wish that someone would shine a flash light and just give you a helping hand. When the help does not appear and you think what is the point, lying in the dark hoping that death will come. But even death is not your … Read more
With the Sun coming out it’s made me realise that I need to start planning for those long School Summer holidays. With my oldest just taking his A-levels I have learnt a thing or two over the years about surviving those long 6 weeks. Here is a Entertaining the Kids this Summer Dos and Don’ts List: … Read more
I’m going to be straight with you from the start that this is a review post of the e-cloth for kitchen and windows. I received free e-cloths but have not been compensated in any other way and all words and opinions are my own. Now to tell you What’s the Story. We used to live … Read more
Lego Photography with Wyldstyle was inspired by Eurovision winner bearded lady Austrian drag queen Conchita Wurst. I simply changed Wyldstyle’s head to one with a bit of facial hair, she is also wearing sunglasses as we were venturing into the garden on a hot day. My family and I have become more and more into playing with Lego … Read more
The power of dance is amazing. I know that my Sensory Seeker has been having dance lessons at school and he has learnt so much from them including listening skills, patience and movement. But it is much more than that and this is why I was pleased to hear that Acraladanza’s magical dance theatre show … Read more
Micro-Scooters for Schools At my youngest children’s school last week we had a Family Night and raffle where over £1,200 was raised. I would like to take this opportunity to say a big Thank you to Micro-Scooters UK for donating a Maxi Micro Scooter with T-Bar as a prize. A little boy who is turning 6 very soon … Read more
UK Festivals 2014 Outside of London So you fancy going to a Festival but don’t want to go to London. This post was hugely inspired by Mammasaurus DO go check out her blog for more information on festivals. Special thanks for letting me use her images – do click on them to go back to … Read more