I feel almost guilty for writing a ‘positive post’ as the past three months or so have been pure hell, yet here I am trying to look on the bright side – it doesn’t seem nor feel right considering current circumstances (by which I am not referring to the pandemic nor the lockdown). I, however, feel that I owe it to my kids to wear a brave face and for that reason alone, I will continue to blog upon the brighter aspects of what is an incredibly dark time. So without further ado, here are a few of the things which I have #LikedandLoved throughout March… Kitchen Blinds Having repainted our dining room and kitchen with a beautiful shade of sage green, I could no longer cope with the straggly, stained roller blinds – they weren’t fit for purpose nevermind presentation!…
As the kids are no longer at school both due to the recent ‘coronavirus lockdown’ and of course the easter holidays, I decided to cut them a little slack and let them go loose with some hair dye. It’s not as if either of them has to adhere to any uniform regulations for some time so why not? J has been desperate to dye his hair green ever since we chalked his hair green a few weeks ago, E on the other hand quite fancied a touch a pink but given that we had ‘green on the go’ she too opted to ‘go green’.…
I’m not sure whether I am suffering from a severe case of cabin fever or whether I’m just finding myself all over again. Either way, I’ve recently returned to my roots and have relit my love and devotion for divination. I’m currently in the process of collecting a number of new tarot and oracle decks, one of which arrived earlier today and I have already fallen head over heels in love with. Designed by Chris Anne, The Light Seers Tarot is one of the most beautiful decks I have ever come across. Although, saying that, there are still other decks (including Danielle Noel’s ‘Star Child Tarot’) to arrive and to add to my collection. …
Welcome to this week’s #MySundaySnapshot post, which is part of a snap-sharing-blog-linky series that you are very welcome to join. Click here for further information and guidelines upon this linky should you wish to take part. Due to the current ‘coronavirus lockdown’, I have been unable to take any scenic, outdoorsy shots other than from my back garden, which is precisely where this photo was taken earlier this evening. For the past three months, we’ve had nothing but bad weather. We literally had storm after storm each and every weekend from the start of January to mid-March. Typically, as soon as the entire UK was ordered asked to ‘stay inside’ the sun began to shine and we’ve had the most wonderful weather.…
Like the rest of the UK, we are currently in lockdown and having been isolated for almost a fortnight now, cabin fever is beginning to set in. The kids have kept themselves busy with homeschooling activities, baking, painting, drawing, board games, movies and of course their beloved technology, which for once I’m quite thankful for. In order to battle the boredom, I’ve been sure to keep a bank of resources set aside for those moments when the kids don’t quite know what to do with themselves, one of which is a ten-minute test both upon your eyes and your knowledge of endangered species.…
I’ll level with you – there isn’t much that I’ve particularly ‘liked’ nor appreciated throughout March nor the current year if I’m honest. People are forever telling me to look at the positives but right now, at this moment in time, it’s not that easy. I’m well aware that the UK is on lockdown and that the entire world is suffering and struggling with what has very quickly grown to be a pandemic. Covid 19 however, is the least of my worries at present. This statement itself (without illustrating my issues any further) may give you some insight into just how tough times are.…
Due to the recent coronavirus (covid 19) outbreak, the schools here in the UK officially shut on Friday for what could be for the foreseeable. We are quite lucky in that I am a qualified and experienced teacher, thus homeschooling is no ‘biggy’. In fact, the kids were so excited to start working from home this morning, that if it weren’t for the kids’ social and our financial requirements, I’d quite consider keeping it this way. Loving Learning At Home Marvelous Maths Luckily we aren’t completely ‘stuck inside’ as we have a large-ish garden, the kids are therefore able to play out and to enjoy the fresh spring air in-between their learning.…
Well, that was officially one of the strangest Mother’s Days I have ever had. Don’t get me wrong, it was enjoyable and as always, I was spoilt rotten by my kids (with a little help from my husband) with cards and presents. However, I rather missed seeing and passing on presents and cards to our own parents, though this is simply not possible at present due to the covid 19 (coronavirus) pandemic. Although I’m quite a happy hermit and am very comfortable when at home, confinement due to coronavirus isn’t ideal. Don’t fret, I’m not ignorant nor stupid thus plan to stick to our solitude by staying inside, staying safe and ensuring that we follow all government guidance given.…
Welcome to this week’s #MySundaySnapshot post, which is part of a snap-sharing-blog-linky series that you are very welcome to join. Click here for further information and guidelines upon this linky should you wish to take part. Given that my family and I are currently self-isolating thanks to me having symptoms of mild flu (a high temperature, aches and pains and a tight chest) I haven’t actually been out of the house since Thursday. I have therefore pinched a picture from my good friend J, who regularly posts and shares her scenic pictures which she shoots around our local area. This picture really sums up my current mood; the thick, dark trees looming overhead, shielding the light from passing through.…
Now that spring is well and truly in the air, there is so much fun to be had outdoors with your family. Instead of staying cooped up in the house right now, why not make the most of your beautiful backyard? There are so many exciting, energetic and artistic ways to have fun outside with your little ones. Having fun with your children in the garden is so important especially as the weather starts to improve. Whether you’re getting creative or going wild with water, there is so much fun to be had right now with the whole family. Make the most of these little glimmers of sunshine using some of the following ideas.…
As the country descends into corona-virus chaos by bulk buying bog roll and showering in sanitiser, I am utterly dumbfounded by the decisions being made by our government regarding our children and their safety. Why oh why haven’t schools shut as of yet? Seriously, it’s the one place where germs are bound to spread yet Boris doesn’t seem to give a hoot about our health. I myself have been back and forth to Preston Royal most of this week, needless to say, this hasn’t helped my pandemic paranoia, though I’ve plastered myself in Purell each and every time I’ve passed a pump. …
In the last few years, mindfulness and mental health practices have increased substantially in the consciousness of many around the world. With things like social media, work stress and more having a bigger impact on our daily lives than ever before. So, people have flocked to use mindfulness in their day to day lives to keep their mental wellbeing in check. Without healthy mental health, physical health and more can be negatively impacted and that is not good in the long run. It can especially difficult for parents to keep tabs on their mental wellbeing, being so focussed on making their kids ok, but it is super important that you do keep a check!…
It’s not been the easiest month for so many reasons, yet my beautiful children continue to surprise me with endless amounts of resilience and positivity. From baking biscuits to colouring pictures and even leaving me little messages of love, my kids have truly kept me going and for that, I cannot thank them enough. I feel so bad that I haven’t been around quite as much as I should be for my kids of late. I swear that my Mother-in-law deserves a medal as, without her, I simply do not know how we would have managed this past month. The kids, bless them, have spent most afternoons with her followed by evenings with my husband as I’ve been occupied dealing with other issues that require my support. …
I swear to god I wish that I could reboot 2020, so far it has been nothing but stress, tears, upset and worry. There is nothing ‘ordinary’ nor enjoyable as such about this year whatsoever, I would like to think that things can only get better but have you watched the news recently?! Whilst we are all meant to be staying three metres apart and covering our faces with masks, it doesn’t really work that way when you’ve got kids. Whatever germs they may have I will inevitably be gifted at some point thus I may as well ignore the panic and embrace the cuddles.…
Welcome to this week’s #MySundaySnapshot post, which is part of a snap-sharing-blog-linky series that you are very welcome to join. Click here for further information and guidelines upon this linky should you wish to take part. I haven’t been about much this week as I’ve been busy with family matters. Whilst I was away I kept my mind occupied by looking through pictures from the past including this shot of the shore which I took back in January. So much has changed since then, these past few months have gone by in the blur. Although things aren’t quite what they were (and I doubt they will ever be quite the same again) life is beginning to look the tiniest bit brighter.…
While education deals with very concrete facts, figures, dates, concepts, thoughts and ideas, it’s also important to note that not everyone learns in the same way, nor do they always arrive at the same place at the same time. This means that education is a much broader topic than we might expect itself, and that gives us room for a healthy and interesting discussion. For instance, many people have managed to do very well in the academic system, while others may struggle in school, leave, then ply their hand at a craft they were born to partake in. Education is intimately tied to success, but just what the education is and how it’s delivered can be up for debate.…
It’s been a big week or two for E as she has lost not one but both of her front teeth. It wasn’t easy either as each and every mealtime she’d struggle with tooth-trauma and there were tears, oh there were tears! She has, however, had two rather special visits from the tooth fairy (who apparently pays big bucks for front teeth) and as a result, E is now “rich” or so she thinks at least… Thankfully now the teeth are out our little lady is pain-free and gappy happy! Gappy Happy J is the kindest, most caring and considerate little man I’ve ever known.…
During difficult times I find that people often say similar things and some of those things I really could do without as they are neither useful nor helpful. Whether it’s something that you’ve once said yourself or something that you’ve been offered during a tough time, I’m sure that you’ll recognise a few of the following lines: “Every cloud has a silver lining.” “Try to think positive.” “Don’t give up hope.” “What doesn’t kill you makes you stronger.” “Small Steps – take it a step at a time.” “Try not to think of your glass as half empty – it’s half full.”…
Whilst most kids were excitedly getting themselves costumes and caper to dress themselves up in to celebrate world book week, my kids, on the other hand, were busy ransacking my cupboards for fruit and veg to paint and decorate… No costumes were required (nor have been required for over two years now) as the kids were instead asked to decorate a piece of fruit or veg as a character from a book.. Actually as a parent it’s quite a relief not to have the stress and cost of costume creation, my kids however thought it was all a load of radish… Our little lady was far from impressed as she desperately wanted to dress up whereas our son didn’t seem bothered either way given that he’s Mr Mature being in year six and all.…
Welcome to this week’s #MySundaySnapshot post, which is part of a snap-sharing-blog-linky series that you are very welcome to join. Click here for further information and guidelines upon this linky should you wish to take part. To say this week has been a rollercoaster is an understatement. I guess the idea of a rollercoaster would imply that life has been up, down, up, down but in reality, there haven’t really been many if any ups at all. Everything seems so surreal at present, at least it does for the first five minutes after I wake, that is until reality smacks me hard in the face.…
