Today was Oscar’s first school nativity play. He was an angel and he sang his heart out – bless him. I was super proud! And yes, there was the odd tear! It was a little disappointing the we couldn’t take photo’s during the production or of the whole cast, but…
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So, a few weeks ago, I posted some tips for having a stress free Christmas, which I’d pledged to follow. Well it’s not quite going to plan! Life appears to be getting in the way of my plans! Our extension is now almost finished (full post and pics coming soon),…
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In our house it’s that time of year again…time to arrange the childrens’ birthday parties! Oscar’s birthday is the beginning of January and the twin’s is the beginning of Feb (great planning there!). Kids today appear to have a jam-packed calendar of parties to attend. I’m sure when I was…
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Last Friday it was my lovely mum’s birthday. She does so much for us, so I always like to make sure I buy her something extra nice. This year I decided to treat her (and me) to a day at Eden Hall Spa at Nottingham, the week after. I love having…
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Apparently today is ‘Black Friday’. And yes it is… in AMERICA! I just don’t understand why it is suddenly a thing here in the UK. Everyone seems to be jumping on the bandwagon and my twitter feed was full of Black Friday deals this morning. I remember when sale times…
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Getting in the Christmas spirit has had me thinking about the things I would like to receive from my loved ones. So, in the spirit of making things easier and less stressful, I’ve put together my wish list. Hopefully Simon will appreciate the helping hand..! Whistles Duffy Satchel…
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You may recall that a few weeks ago I was on the hunt for the perfect parka. Well I’m delighted to report that I’ve found ‘the one’ – it was the Oasis coat, which was number 1 in my shortlist. The really great news was that John Lewis were offering…
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Yesterday, me and my friend literally ran for cake. We took part in a 10k race and when we finished our prize was a Christmas pudding! It was a great race – nice and scenic with a good mix of hills and flat – and I achieved a 10k personal…
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As I’ve mentioned before I work a 28 hour week. Now this normally works well for us and provides the perfect balance. However, throw poorly kids into the mix and it all goes a little bit wrong. Say hello to guilt! Guilt that I’m not at work and missing important…
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We spent this weekend at the Sherwood Forest Center Parcs, with Simon’s family, celebrating his Mum and Dad’s 40th Wedding Anniversary. We’ve been to Center Parcs a few times, particularly since we’ve had kids. It’s just so easy – we can load up the car and we’re there is 40…
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Personally I find Christmas quite stressful. Don’t get me wrong, I love Christmas Day and the excitement from the kids. It’s the run up that gets me stressed. Life’s already pretty frantic, but throw in present buying, wrapping, card writing and distributing, baking and house decorating and I’m literally on…
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