In short. Not that bad… My husband and I put our Christmas Tree up on the 23rd. Part laziness and part damage control. Nothing rips through an immaculately decorated lounge, quite like a toddler. Christmas Eve was surprisingly relaxed. My South African family put together a lovely festive soiree. There was the odd eye roll moment but all in all, …
The Christmas Plan
This year, my little family will be having a 3 day Christmas. Gone are those leisurely two weeks off, where the New Year finds you nicely Gin baked, with chocolate round your face. I have 3 days people! Fun starts on Christmas Eve and not a moment sooner! For me, Christmas is about the simple things. Good food, good company and …
Nursery Time
After much debate, my husband and I, have decided to let our daughter go to a nursery. Only for one morning a week, starting officially in January. After researching the local area, checking Ofsted reports and food options – we selected our place. They offered free taster sessions, so children can be eased into their nursery routine gently. This was …
High Chair Drama
I thought weaning my child from formula to cow’s milk was tough. Nothing prepared me for the tears and tantrums, that would occur, with the introduction of solid foods. Oh the tears I have cried. I’m surprised I still have teeth left, considering the amount of time, I grind and grit them every day. ‘And even though a cookie may …
Ode to the Big Mac
On the radio this week, I heard a discussion about Millennials (individuals born from 1980). According to recent research, 20% of them, had never had a Big Mac. With all the political and painful news filling my eardrums lately, I do love a good bit of fluff. As happy and jovial as this all was, I was bloody mortified. 20% …