Christmas preparations have been in full swing this week. Ensuring that the last of the gifts have been ordered or are ready to be purchased when I head to the supermarket next week. With everything wrapped up and the final Christmas cards are written. It’s as though I’ve finally realised that despite life in lockdown Christmas is just around the corner and I needed to pull my finger out.… View Post

The Month That Was… November 2020

The Month That Was… November 2020

It’s time to pack away the birthday goodies for another year after all three of the children celebrated their November birthdays. They each enjoyed their birthdays in their own way. Although it was sad that due to the Lockdown 2.0 restrictions we were unable to enjoy a day out or family trip as we would normally.… View Post

Life In Lockdown | Best Laid Plans {Week 37}

Life In Lockdown | Best Laid Plans {Week 37}

The past week life in lockdown has felt like a long one, the days never-ending and far too much whizzing through my mind. Certainly, one that I’m thankful to bid farewell to and hope that the feeling of failure I’ve held on to all week subsides much sooner than I expect it will.… View Post

Monthly Goals | December 2020

Monthly Goals | December 2020

At the beginning of the year, I decided to start focusing on monthly goals. Sharing them on here as an opportunity to inspire you to set your own goals. As well as a way to make myself accountable for them. … View Post

Nana Malone Books, Pyjamas and Birthdays #LittleLoves

Nana Malone Books, Pyjamas and Birthdays #LittleLoves

As busy as November has been there have been lots of chances for celebrating life’s #littleloves. This year has been unlike anything we have experienced before, yet one, for the most part, we are stronger for. Whilst I wouldn’t wish the virus on anyone, the prolonged time together in lockdown as a family this year has been much needed.… View Post

Life In Lockdown | Chasing my tail {Week 36}

Life In Lockdown | Chasing my tail {Week 36}

Hands up, who stole at least two days of my week? I can’t believe how quickly this life in lockdown week has flown by. Although I have been quite productive this week, there are still things outstanding on my to-do list which is frustrating me. … View Post

Life In Lockdown | Birthday Time {Week 34}

Life In Lockdown | Birthday Time {Week 34}

The first full week of November has brought us the start of another lockdown. As well as two of the children’s birthdays. Not to mention the returning to schooling the Autumn half-term holidays. A busy week around I’m sure you can agree. We were somewhat ready for the chaos of the birthdays and luckily were prepared for the closure of non-essential shops during life in lockdown.… View Post

Life In Lockdown | Autumn Half Term and Halloween …

Life In Lockdown | Autumn Half Term and Halloween at home {Week 33}

This week we greeted the half-term holiday like a long lost friend. The week long break from school is always welcome after the beginning of the new school year. Having been off school between March and September, I think that Roo and Tigger were looking forward to the time at home with open arms… View Post