One of Edie’s favourite picture books is Three Little Monkeys Written by Quentin Blake and Illustrated by Emma Chichester Clark It is a brilliant book Full of joy and mischief and laughter Imagine her delight When last Christmas Day She … Continue reading
There is something magical about London at Christmas The icing on our Christmas cake this advent Has been a trip to a very festive Royal Albert Hall The building is stunning inside and out Arriving at the hall feels incredibly … Continue reading
Yesterday we were invited to our favourite theatre The Marlowe Theatre in Canterbury To see The Storm Whale A theatre show inspired by The beautiful picture books By Benji Davies We were so excited and intrigued Longing to see how … Continue reading
Last week we were invited to The Marlowe Theatre To review their 2022 pantomime Sleeping Beauty We went as a whole family And to truly review the show I should have filmed the children’s faces Their expressions of joy Their … Continue reading
“For mamas everywhere You don’t need to be perfect. You must be yourself. You have the right to fail, To be exhausted, And to ask for help when You need it. Does the perfect mother exist? She does. She’s you.” … Continue reading
Bea’s favourite animal is a fox After reading Through The North Pole Snow I think it may become an arctic fox This is the story of one young fox Hunting for food in the North Pole snow And finding so … Continue reading
Are you starting to feel festive? Are you getting ready for a family Christmas? I have the perfect picture book for you To read when things are feeling crazy When the Christmas overwhelm is real Take a cup of cocoa … Continue reading
Two new Christmas books Have stolen my heart this year I feel as though they were written For me and for mine Both books are filled with The wonder of winter The magic of Christmas The power of books The … Continue reading
Christmas is not Christmas without … For us it is The Snowman I have so many magical memories Mixed up with this famous Raymond Briggs story From childhood to motherhood The Snowman has been part of my festive season I … Continue reading
In a National Gallery first, you are invited to join us as larger-than-life characters step out of a masterpiece and embark on a magical Christmas adventure. A tale of friendship, mystery and festive spirit set in the 1600s. This 60-minute … Continue reading