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    Relax with Rennie #ad

    March 22, 2018 - By 

    It’s fair to say that things have been a little busy in our home recently. March is a crazy month with my son’s birthday, my birthday and Easter. Our house is currently sporting birthday cards, Easter eggs are hidden everywhere, and we’re in the midst of throwing my son a Minecraft party at home this weekend. I’m feeling a little stressed, especially as my daughter has been off school sick so I haven’t had as much time as I need to get organised. Stress can trigger acid reflux, and therefore heartburn and indigestion. This is something I also suffered with when…

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    Spring cleaning with the Laundryheap app

    March 21, 2018 - By 

    This time of year is the perfect time to start thinking about Spring cleaning the house. The hours of daylight are noticeably longer, the days are warmer and I feel hopeful that Winter is over for another year. It’s also the perfect time to be thinking about deep cleaning your house, getting the Winter duvet dry cleaned and perhaps even washing the curtains. I love airing the house and have been taking every opportunity to open the windows and let the fresh air in, when the weather permits. Spring cleaning with the Laundryheap app Last week some friends came over…

  • Ocean Liners: Speed and Style at the V&A
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    Ocean Liners: Speed and Style at the V&A

    March 21, 2018 - By 

    Last week I took myself off to the V&A for the morning. I really wanted to go and see the Winnie the Pooh exhibition but unfortunately tickets had sold out for the day. My second choice was Ocean Liners which had just opened. I bought myself a ticket, with a hefty discount, thanks to my National Art Pass, and went right in. Ocean Liners: Speed and Style at the V&A I love visiting the V&A. They have some amazing exhibitions and I was really looking forward to seeing Ocean Liners. We went on a cruise a few years ago and…

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    Minecraft Master Builder World Tour {review and giveaway}

    March 20, 2018 - By 

    It’s no secret around here that my 8 year old is a huge Minecraft fan. I can’t remember when he was first introduced to it but he loves it. It was his birthday last week and there was a definite Minecraft theme going on. I managed to find Minecraft inspired tablecloths, plates, cup and napkins for his party, and had fun making him a Minecraft inspired chest to hold some of his birthday presents. We also made some Minecraft inspired wall art for his bedroom which he really liked. Not only does he enjoy playing Minecraft but he pretty much…

  • Aquabead minions
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    Aquabeads Minions Playset review

    March 20, 2018 - By 

    My children love Minions, so today I’m going to share with you how much fun they had with the Aquabeads Minions Playset. You know that they love crafting with Aquabeads as we’ve reviewed lots of the sets over the last few years. They are basically beads which fuse together with a spray of water and are dry in 10 minutes! They are seriously simple to use which is why they are very popular in our house. Aquabeads Minions Playset We received the Aquabeads Minions Playset to review. This is playset so comes with everything you need – a plastic tray with…

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    Easter treats from the Disney Store

    March 19, 2018 - By 

    How do you celebrate Easter? With the children being off school for 2 weeks (yippee!) we are looking forward to lots of family time. I’ve been busy arranging play dates and days out but I know we’ll have some down time at home too. Easter treats from the Disney Store I’m hoping the weather will be a little warmer so we can spend some time in the garden. My 6 year old is desperate to be outdoors and she loved playing in the snow yesterday. Fortunately my children love to be creative and craft so are always happy to spend…

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    Monday mindfulness – 5 happy things

    March 19, 2018 - By 

    Happy Monday everyone. Hope you had a great weekend. I love starting off each week by writing my Monday mindfulness – 5 happy things blog post. It’s a great chance to reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week. I can’t believe I’m on Week 180 already! Monday mindfulness – 5 happy things I’m a Section Leader at Beavers and both my children attend our local group. My 8 year old is waiting for a place in Cubs as he’s been a Beaver for 2 years. He’s been working his way through all the badges and last week…

  • Putting together an Easter crate for kids
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    Putting together an Easter crate for kids

    March 18, 2018 - By 

    How do you celebrate Easter? We get together with family, enjoy delicious long lunches and eat chocolate eggs. This year our family are coming to us and I’ve been planning some family friendly Easter days out in the local area to help everyone walk off those big lunches. I love to put together an Easter crate for my children. I usually bring it out at the start of the Easter holidays as it’s packed with crafts and activities to keep them busy during the school holidays. My children love to be creative so hopefully I have filled it with things…

  • FurReal Shaggy Shawn review
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    FurReal Shaggy Shawn review

    March 18, 2018 - By 

    What’s the next best thing to getting a real dog? A toy plush dog which you can look after, pet and groom.  Little Sis really wants a dog but it’s just not practical right now. Instead she has to make do with trips to the Dogs Trust London and her cuddly toy collection. Thankfully for her she was kindly sent the FurReal Shaggy Shawn from Hasbro to review. FurReal Shaggy Shawn FurReal Shaggy Shawn is a cute canine in search of a new look! Kids can enjoy styling him over and over again with the help of a buzzer accessory that really buzzes! Kids can…