My beautiful daughter turned 5 years old in June. She knew immediately that she wanted a unicorn themed party. As a ‘this girl can’ type of mum, I definitely assumed this would be a walk in the park. I was so confident. It then dawned on me that I had never planned a kids party before… ever. Her friends would …
Crash and Burn
“You can’t wait until life isn’t hard anymore, before you decide to be happy.” – Nightbirde What a few weeks it has been. I would love to tell you that my diary has been full of engagements, parties and shopping trips but that hasn’t been the case. My brain has been very busy, constantly processing and perhaps over processing at …
The Prayer
“This can’t be. This can’t be. I can’t breathe”. My husband and I stared blankly at the positive pregnancy test in shock. So many thoughts filled our heads; bad timing not prepared too old Not to mention, the awful memories of the previous pregnancy that were still horrifically crystal clear. I was always told that you forget about the pain …
Party Rings
How delightful! Another party invitation! These 5 year olds certainly know how to let their hair down. Gone are the days of pass the parcel in your mum’s lounge and sauntering by the colourful buffet of cheese sandwiches and party rings! Today’s little pickles are hiring venues, organising entertainment and forget those soggy triangles of quiche, the caterers are on …
The Breakdown
I‘m usually able to keep my crazy in check, I’m the girl that is often asked, “How do you do it?”. I’m not sure what people would think if I told them the truth. I guess on the outside, I do present a very different persona, to the whirlwind that’s happening inside. I don’t like to cause a fuss or …
Me and my CV
Well it’s about that time. Time to dust off the ole CV and put myself out there again. My plan to venture out into the workplace has been delayed due to Covid and the 3 lockdowns, that took place but now as the mist of that begins to clear; I am daring to dip my toe in the waters of …
Mary Poppins
I used to love the summer. The beautiful blue sky, the warm sunshine in the morning pouring through the windows. My hair swept back in a ponytail, wearing any old shades that worked with my outfit. The smell of sunscreen. The sound of ice cubes clinking in a glass of something fruity. Catching the sun on my shoulders. Driving …
Mother’s Day
This weekend we celebrate Mother’s Day. I still have to pinch myself, that this day actually includes little ole me. There may be some grand titles around but the title of Mum, is the one I always wanted and I will always treasure. At my daughter’s school, they had a stall set up so the children could come in and …
Back to School
Behind every amazing child, is a proud and slightly fried adult! This week is the last week of homeschool. Many parents are breaking out the wine, counting down the days and sprinting to the finish line; with a sense of accomplishment and relief. It’s been a trip! No one could have predicted that March 2020 would change everything for us …
Bucket List
A wonderful list of amazing things to do, see and achieve before we die or rather bluntly, kick the bucket. Usually we start preparing this list on receiving confirmation that our time on this earth is coming to an end. This was my first thought when my friend casually dropped into conversation, that she was working on her bucket list. …