When you’re gearing up for a perfect beach day with the kids, what’s the one item you can’t forget? That’s right – it’s your trusty beach towel! You choose it, but have you ever given it much thought? Yes, there is more to choosing a beach towel than just looking at how pretty it is….
In the age of digital convenience, the charm of a printed calendar remains unmatched, especially when it’s a personalised one that reflects your unique style and preferences. Creating a calendar can be a rewarding and creative endeavour, allowing you to craft a schedule that suits your life. However, as time passes and pages flip, these…
October was a busy month for us. With the kids back at school and settled I applied for a new job – and got it! Thankfully I only had to give one weeks’ notice. I found I turned to crafting to help keep me focused on the interview as I really wanted the job. I…
Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. This is my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. It’s a post I love to sit down and write….
Chronic pain is a relentless and burdensome condition that affects millions of individuals across the globe. Unlike acute pain, which typically arises from a specific injury or illness and subsides as the body heals, chronic pain persists for an extended period, often lasting for 12 weeks or more. It can stem from various underlying causes,…
As it’s half term I wanted to share a fun day out we had recently in London. We went right across London to see the Thames Barrier on one of its monthly testing days. Exploring the Thames Barrier The Thames Barrier has been on our London bucket list for years. Earlier this year we saw…
Yesterday we headed into London to King’s Cross so we could take part in the King’s Cross Monster Trail around Coal Drops Yard. I love this part of London and it was a great excuse to get some fresh air. The trail is free but only on until the 31st October – so hurry if…
Starting the week by writing the Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. This is my chance to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. It’s a post I always love to write. Five Happy Things…
A few weeks ago we booked a table at The Grim’s Dyke Hotel for afternoon tea. We were celebrating our 15th wedding anniversary so wanted to do something special. We last visited The Grim’s Dyke Hotel on an Open House weekend when the house was open to the public. It’s a gorgeous Arts and Crafts…