Things that are to do with the life of a family. Including discussions, home, education, clothing, shoes, etc
Is it hard to admit when you are a bad parent and your child isn’t perfect? Where do bad parents go for advice? So I was reading an article about sexual predators – about how hard it is for them to put their hands up and say – you know what I need help? Once … Read more
When our oldest son took the 11+ we were naive enough to believe that it did not matter which school he went to, and that sitting the test would determine which school would be right for him. Maybe tutoring would have been on our radar if we had thought any differently, but truth is that … Read more
Making decisions about parenting is probably the most difficult thing I have had to do. There’s so much conflicting advice and there never seems to be any right answers. Some areas seem to have more support for a particular method than others, but some topics are just an absolute minefield. Most parents just want their … Read more
Education plays a key role in the survival of adversity. I truly believe that I would not be the survivor I am today without it. I think one of the most important parts of this is the ability to read. The ability to read also provides you with the tools to write; as it expands … Read more
My son has just started secondary school, his homework was to pick a book to read for ten minutes at school today. This was really easy for him as he loves reading and finds it all too easy. Reading has opened up a whole new World to him, he can immerse himself in fantasy and … Read more
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day so I was delighted to be asked to take part in the Regis Stone Non-Stick Breakfast Challenge. I was interested in the pans ability to be used with no additional oils or butter as I am a Zero Waste Ambassador. I was asked to create my … Read more
So here it is National Zero Waste Week. This year the theme is One More thing. Well I already reuse my bags at the supermarket, compost , own a Mooncup, used real nappies, breastfed, have a soda stream machine; Last year I looked at my recycling habits and this year I am shopping naked! That is that have pledged to do … Read more
Back to School for the Unorganised So I have just started thinking about getting the school kit ready. I try to get organised I really do, but it usually ends up with an idea, or even a list and I just never seem to find the time to get around to it. People being ready … Read more
My older two boys were booked in at Cotswold Archery, which is located in the grounds of Farncombe Conference Centre, which is in the stunning Farncombe Estate, (Broadway, Worcestershire, WR12 7LJ). Everything was provided (including a drink during an interval) and they had 2 hours of demonstration and practice – with around 3 or 4 bows. The initial day … Read more
Go Canoeing provided us with a tailored family canoeing experience in Bath as part of their Family fun on the water campaign. With special thanks to Go Canoeing and Paul from Bath Canoe Club, who was our instructor and guide. We went as a family of 6, or varying ages and needs. Paul made the … Read more