• Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake
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    Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake

    October 13, 2020 - By 

    It’s that time of year when I really need a slice of cake, especially if I’m watching Bake Off! Tuesday evenings are definitely the time for cake and the whole family love my Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake with special Streusel topping. Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cake With our delicious Pumpkin Spice Coffee cake you can make a simple streusel topping which really finishes the cake off. Streusel ingredients 2 Cups of flour 1 ⅓ Cup of sugar 2 tsp ground cinnamon 1 ½ Cup of unsalted sweet cream butter, melted How to make Streusel topping: Preheat the oven to 180° and…

  • Decorating our home for Autumn
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    Decorating our home for Autumn

    October 12, 2020 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a sponsored post So far 2020 has been a bit of a write off. When you’re just not sure what’s around the corner I think it makes you appreciate home more than ever. During March and April we spent a lot of time at home and although we’ve been out and about over the Summer months, we are once more back at home during Autumn. Our week days are busy with school and work but come the weekend and we are ready to be at home and enjoy it. Last weekend we ventured out to pick…

  • L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App {review}
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    L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App {review}

    October 11, 2020 - By 

    Little Sis has always loved L.O.L. Surprise! toys. I’m not sure what she likes most, but I know the unboxing element has always appealed to her. She has quite a collection so I knew she would enjoy the chance to feature in her own official L.O.L Surprise! Movie! with the L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App. L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App My daughter loves playing on her tablet and couldn’t wait to download the L.O.L Surprise! Movie Maker App. The app lets you unlock L.O.L. Surprise Dolls to include in your movie, choose backgrounds, props, and even music tracks. Then, press record…

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    Delicious Japan Candy Box {giveaway}

    October 8, 2020 - By 

    We love some happy mail and were delighted when a Japan Candy Box landed on the doormat. The Japan Candy Box are always really eye-catching and something my children seem to spot straight away! They are the most amazing monthly subscription box all the way from Japan, and something we always look forward to. Delicious Japan Candy Box We received the September 2020 Japan Candy Box. Each box contains themed treats and the theme for the September box was Japan Shinkansen Tour.  With the contents of the box you can hop aboard the bullet train and travel across the many…

  • AD/Ben 10 Power Trip video game {review}
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    AD/Ben 10 Power Trip video game {review}

    October 6, 2020 - By 

    My daughter loves watching Ben 10. Ten-year-old Ben Tennyson discovers a mysterious device named the Omnitrix on a family holiday. This device allows him to transform into 10 different alien forms replete with unique superpowers. He has lots of adventures and is a great character to inspire my active 8 year old. Fans of Ben 10 will be excited to hear about the new Ben 10 Power Trip video game which is released on Friday 9th October. We were given a sneak preview of the game and my children have been playing it ever since! Ben 10 Power Trip video…

  • A Family's Guide to Personal Injury
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    A Family’s Guide to Personal Injury

    October 2, 2020 - By 

    Keeping our little ones safe and well is an ever-present concern for parents. From child-proofing the home to teaching them about road safety, we do what we can to protect them. Accidents, however, do happen, no matter how much we try to prevent them. In this guide, we look at some of the common causes of personal injuries that can affect families and offer safety tips and advice on the support available. Personal injuries in the home At home is where many of us feel the safest, but unfortunately this is also where accidents are most likely to occur –…

  • A trip to Iver Environment Centre
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    A trip to Iver Environment Centre

    September 30, 2020 - By 

    Iver Environment Centre is located in the Colne Valley between Uxbridge and Slough. It is one of four environmental education centres across the UK which are owned by the National Grid. Set up in 1990 the 4.5 acre site includes a poly tunnel rainforest, an orchard, woodland area with a fire pit, two allotments, mud kitchen, ponds and more. They run a series of educational events, family activities and volunteering opportunities. A trip to Iver Environment Centre I’m not sure where I first heard about Iver Environment Centre but I wish we’d found out about it sooner! During the Summer…

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    What to do during half term in Hillingdon

    September 26, 2020 - By 

    Regular readers will know that I live in the London Borough of Hillingdon. This has to be one of the best London boroughs and is perfectly placed to enjoy all that London has to offer, as well as easy access to the countryside. We’ve lived in Hillingdon for 7 years and always find plenty to do. This school term is a strange one. My fingers are crossed that schools will remain open as home learning was really hard for all of us. I’m hoping that by planning a little now we will have some lovely events to look forward to…

  • Exploring Woodhenge with kids
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    Exploring Woodhenge with kids

    September 24, 2020 - By 

    We love exploring and on a recent road trip we stopped off at Woodhenge for a picnic and a little geocaching. We’ve been to Woodhenge before and it’s well worth a visit if you’re in the area. Exploring Woodhenge with kids I don’t think it will surprise you that Woodhenge is very close to its more famous neighbour, Stonehenge. Whereas Stonehenge is an amazing prehistoric stone monument, Woodhenge is slightly different. The scale is smaller and today concrete pillars mark where the wooden posts once were. Built at around the same time as Stonehenge, this was a timber monument with…