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    June crafting

    July 3, 2023 - By 

    So somehow we are half way through the year already. This is the sixth time I’m sitting down to hold myself accountable for my crafting over the month. This is a busy time of year and our diary feels full of end of term events – which is my excuse for not crafting much! Let’s see what kept me busy during the month of June. June crafting Both my children were awarded a few Scouts activity badges so I spent a happy hour stitching them on their uniforms. I also finished adding my daughter’s old Cubs badges to her badge…

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    Five Happy Things {Week 455}

    July 2, 2023 - By 

    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 {Week 455} I managed to go and watch my daughter’s Sports Day on Monday. This was the first time I had gone to watch her and it was lovely to see her having so much fun and taking part in a few races. She took…

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    4 Essential Tips for Keeping Children’s Bedrooms Tidy

    June 30, 2023 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a collaborative post Maintaining a tidy bedroom is a valuable life skill for children to learn, promoting organisation, responsibility, and a sense of calm. However, keeping a child’s bedroom clean can sometimes feel like an ongoing battle. In this post, we will discuss four essential tips that will help you create an organised and clutter-free space for your little ones to enjoy. Simplify and Declutter The first step towards a tidy bedroom is decluttering. Encourage your child to sort through their belongings and donate or bin items they no longer use or need. Make it a…

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    {AD} 2-Way Cards and 2-Way Words from The Happy Puzzle Company

    June 28, 2023 - By 

    We are a family that loves to play games together so are delighted to team up with The Happy Puzzle Company who kindly gifted us a selection of their new games to try. The Happy Puzzle Company offers a fantastic range of over 300 award-winning puzzles, games, challenges and puzzle books to both families and schools. We received 2-Way Cards and 2-Way Words to try, both games can be played by 2 players and are great for ages 8 and over. Find out more about these two puzzle games and look out for my unique discount code for my readers…

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    Reasons Why You Should Lease a Mercedes for Your Next Road Trip

    June 26, 2023 - By 

    Disclosure – this is a collaborative post Are you planning an exciting road trip this Summer? If so, why not consider leasing a Mercedes for your journey? A Mercedes offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and performance, making it an ideal choice for a memorable road trip experience. In this blog post, we will explore the reasons why leasing a Mercedes for your next adventure is a fantastic idea. Flexibility and Cost-Effectiveness with Lease Deals Leasing a Mercedes offers flexibility and cost-effectiveness for your road trip. With Mercedes lease deals, you can enjoy the benefits of driving a luxury…

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    Monday Happy List

    Five Happy Things {Week 454}

    June 25, 2023 - By 

    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 {Week 454} Last week felt busy with lots of end of term activities for my children. My daughter took part in the District Athletics competition and came home with a medal for throwing which she was very pleased with. Then on Friday she was awarded…

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    {Giveaway} The Lost Bear Cub

    June 22, 2023 - By 

    This month Little Tiger published the latest middle grade book by Holly Webb, The Lost Bear Cub. I’m delighted to team up with Little Tiger and have a copy to giveaway! This is perfect for children aged 7-9, and would make a great book to kick of a summer of reading. The Lost Bear Cub by Holly Webb Lucy is excited to spend the summer holidays with her cousins in Canada, but when they tell her to watch out for wild bears in the forest, her excitement turns to fear. One day, she stumbles upon a bear cub on its…

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    Why you should visit Draughts London

    June 19, 2023 - By 

    A board game cafe offers a unique and enjoyable experience that combines the social aspect of gathering with friends or family and the excitement of playing board games.  We are huge fan of playing family board games and visiting board game cafes whenever we find them. A few weeks ago our kids were away at Scout camp, so we took the chance to visit a board game cafe without them! We chose Draughts London as it’s a great central location near Waterloo. Why you should visit Draughts London If you haven’t yet visited a board game cafe, here are some…

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    Monday Happy List

    Five Happy Things {Week 453}

    June 18, 2023 - By 

    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 {Week 453} Last week I finished a sunflower cross stitch from the latest Craftpod sub box. I don’t usually choose to cross stitch but I actually enjoyed the repetitive nature of the pattern. Although we planted our sunflowers a few weeks ago they are not…