Last weekend saw the return to our screens of the wonderful Britains Got Talent, I don’t watch much weekend television, but there’s something about this show that captures the entire family. You may remember a few years ago the very fabulous Jamie Raven who wowed the audience with his magic, well, if you have a … Read more
This year we have been in our home 10 years, I really cannot believe where the time has gone, it only seems like yesterday we came to look at the house. We had sold our house and after two houses had already fallen through, we decided to rent for a while and take our time … Read more
Last week we were invited along to review Drayton Manor, we had never visited before but after reading Boo Roo and Tigger Too and Adventures and Play reviews as part of the Ambassador programme. I knew the younger children were in for a real treat, although I was unsure on the 11+ age range, but I needn’t … Read more
Sitting in the waiting room of an infertility clinic, strangers find themselves connected by a shared thread of anxiety, frustration and grief. Though the specific circumstances may be different, everyone is there for the same reason. Many people may think that getting pregnant is an easy, fun and joyful experience, but looking around that waiting … Read more
So, today I celebrate my birthday, so far I am having a lovely day, and tonight the children, Asa and I will be sitting down to watch Fantastic Beasts and eating a Chinese, that’s how we rock and roll when we have seven children and no babysitter, plus three of them are still at school … Read more
I used to work in the office next to the Height and Weight measurement team, you know the dreadful people who go round and take measurements of all reception and year six children. I know there is mixed opinions on this scheme, and I must admit I was a little dubious to begin with, however … Read more
Well I am so behind, you have three weeks today! Day 64 – Timber! Today Asa lopped off the top of the conifers, they were way too tall and were shading the play area, and the vegetable patch behind it. The difference it has made to the entire garden is amazing! Although we did have … Read more
Another two weeks, as life was too hectic last weekend to post, I really must get into the habit of adding a photo a day, that way it will be much easier on a Saturday! Anyway, here we go… Day 50 A Long Night! This was taken about 4am on Sunday morning after I finally … Read more
There are some parents who consider video games to be quite destructive for children especially when taken in the light of the growing concern about childhood obesity. While the issues raised are valid, it doesn’t prove the fact that playing video games is the only reason why children are growing fat and obese. New studies … Read more