Category: FAMILY

Fire in the Mountain Festival

June 6, 2024

The first festival of the year, and probably our favourite one we go to each year. Fire in the Mountain, set in a glorious spot in the mountains near Aberystwyth is the best way to start the summer. We spent 8 whole days there camping, whilst I worked and then enjoyed the festival then worked...

FAMILY

A summer Bucket List for 2024

May 24, 2024

With June looming on the horizon, and our first festival this coming week, we’ve started thinking about summer. The weather here has been a little rubbish the last few days but we’re holding out for a warm and sunny summer. I love summer time, and always try to fill it with lots of fun for...

FAMILY

Rise and Shine: 10 Tips For a Healthy Morning Routine for Mums

May 21, 2024

The way you start your day often sets the tone for the hours ahead. A well-crafted morning routine can be a powerful tool to kickstart your day with positivity, focus, and productivity. For busy mums, having a morning routine can make a huge difference to the day, and can help you begin your day without...

FAMILY, TRAVEL

5 Fun Family Festivals for 2024

February 14, 2024

I’ve been taking the kids to festivals since the girls were little. Camp Bestival and Just So were two of our favourites when the girls were little – they have such amazing memories of weekends spent in a field with friends, old and new. There are so many great festivals for families on offer –...

FAMILY

Christmas, New year and a birthday

January 3, 2024

Christmas came and went in a blur of fun, family, laughter and food. We celebrated with our nearest and dearest and had a very merry time. The house was full to the brim with new gifts and games. We hosted family and friends, ate so much food, played lots of games, laughed, danced and made...

FAMILY

50 Ideas for A Family Activity Advent Calendar

November 15, 2023

I have been making activity advent calendars for the last decade, ever since my girls were little. It’s a really fun tradition that I love as much as the kids. I’m glad that I can continue it with the boys, even now the girls are grown up, although they still join in with some of...

FAMILY

Journaling for Stress Relief: A Practice for Parents and Kids

October 24, 2023

Life can get stressful for both parents and kids. Between school, work, extracurricular activities, and family responsibilities, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Finding healthy ways to process stress is important for maintaining mental and emotional wellbeing. Journaling is an excellent outlet that can benefit both parents and children, including foster children who may find it...

FAMILY, HOMESCHOOLING

Fun Autumn Crafts for Kids

October 6, 2023

Autumn has fully arrived, and with the girls all back to Uni/College it’s just me and the boys at home most days. We’re finding a new home educating groove, changing things up to do what suits the boys best. We try and have a couple of days at home each week, so they can do...