The Happy List #6
Ah Monday. I’m tired today, I’ve not been sleeping well and my anxiety is sky high lately. I have a huge to-do list and am busy procrastinating. Trying to get...
Year: 2023
November Journal Prompts
“The house was very quiet, and the fog—we are in November now—pressed against the windows like an excluded ghost.” E.M. Forster A little late sharing these, the first two weeks...
50 Ideas for A Family Activity Advent Calendar
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....
A Seasonal Gift Guide 2023
Christmas is fast approaching and my household is definitely thinking ahead to the festive season. My activity advent is almost ready to go, the tree booked for delivery and I’ve...
The Happy List #5
Mondays seem to roll around quickly right now! We’ve just gotten home from Beastie’s swimming lesson, the kids are playing for an hour while I do some work, then they’ve...
6 Reasons Why Journaling is a Great Idea for Teenagers
Journaling is something people have done for decades. It’s a great way to jot down your thoughts and feelings, and for adults, it can help you process your day. Journaling...
Simple Living
What if all I want is a small, slow, simple life? What if I am most happy in the space of inbetween? Where calm lives. Krista O’Reilly Davi-Digui For the...
Journaling for Stress Relief: A Practice for Parents and Kids
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...
October Mornings
When I woke up this morning, the air was chilly, the windows damp with condensation. There was the tiniest hint of frost on the grass outside when I went out...
memoriegenie – keeping families connected
For the last couple of years, my girls and I have been using a WhatsApp group to chat and share photos, questions, etc with each other. It works pretty well...
Monthly Mindfulness Challenge
This month’s mindfulness challenge Mindful Breathing Something that you can do anywhere and anytime. Just for one minute, do nothing but focus on your breathing. Begin by slowly breathing in...
Fun Autumn Crafts for Kids
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...
October Journal Prompts
“Listen! The wind is rising, and the air is wild with leaves,We have had our summer evenings, now for October eves!”― Humbert Wolfe Ah October! Do you love it?...
A delightful Zine for Kids
I’ve known the amazing Dotty Delightful for many years, and have long been a fan of her beautiful artwork and the positivity she spreads online. I’ve several of the zines...
A Little Love List
This week’s felt hard. I’ve felt overwhelmed, and lonely, and a little lost. It’s strange feeling how I do at the minute – life is good, and I’m not unhappy...