One of the questions I get asked alot Is why do we home educate our children The truth is that it is not something I ever thought I would do I loved school as a child I loved my primary … Continue reading
Home Education: Why We Do
Sailing Through Summer with Water Wipes
It is hard to believe that the summer holidays have only just started The welcome reprieve from the recent ongoing heatwave this weekend Felt like the end of summer But the forecast tells us of more warm weather and sunshine … Continue reading
Family Utility Room Goals: Boot Room and Laundry
In 2016 we renovated and extended our home The bulk of the work was finished In approximately seven months But there are still a few jobs to complete Decorating the hallway and coming up with some clever storage ideas Creating … Continue reading
Eighth Birthday Eve: A Twin Update
In July 2010 Eight years ago I became a mummy To two tiny babies It was not the beginning of parenting I had hoped for Dreamed of It was not at all how I wanted it to be But on … Continue reading
Fighting Obesity – What Is Healthy Living All About?
Obesity as a phenomenon is growing in epidemic proportions. This article describes the importance of leading a healthy lifestyle with healthy nutrition as well as why being healthy is important, and possible solutions for those individuals who can’t lose weight … Continue reading
Italy in Autumn
Summer is racing on We are facing three birthdays Over the coming two and a half weeks The twins will turn eight And Bea is about to be four As they have so many toys And have made no real … Continue reading
Active Kids: Wobbly Worm Review
We have been making the most of the recent good weather To play out in the garden with our friends We have been in the paddling pool mostly But also trying out some new toys and games Including Wobbly Worm … Continue reading
Preschool Play: Ice Ice Fairy
The last few weeks have been so hot That we have been enjoying daily water play And on the hottest days we have been adding ice We freed frozen dinosaurs And also rescued fairies stuck in ice To let them … Continue reading
Bookish Play: Bumpus Jumpus Dinosaurumpus
Shake Shake Shudder Near the sludgy old swamp The dinosaurs are coming Get ready to romp! This week we had a playdate With a special friend A friend who loves the book Bumpus Jumpus Dinosaurumpus A book that we love … Continue reading
Why Should you Always Choose a Small Dog
As we are moving away from the baby daze Conversation in our house has turned To the possibility of getting a dog I have my heart set on a black labrador Daddy wants a lovable mongrel While Esther and William … Continue reading