My house is very untidy - it's reached that tipping point where I can't bear to take any more photos of it until I've had a massive clean out. Goodness knows when that will be with all the end of term madness. So, this week, I'm not going to invite you into my home. Instead, would you like to ...
Punting on a sunny afternoon
Yesterday we were at a garden party in Cambridge which included punting on the river. I've never been punting before, despite visiting Cambridge hundreds of times! It was the boys' first time on the river too and they absolutely loved it. Although it was busy, it was really calm and peaceful - and ...
My Week
There's no denying it, summer has well and truly arrived! We've been sweltering in a typical June heat wave all this week. On Saturday we finally put the new fence up! It was a very hot day, but James managed to get nearly all of it done, with just a little bit of help from me and the boys. It's ...
Legoland for beginners
Last Friday the boys' school had a training day. A lovely, random day off - instant long-weekend! We normally have our training days on a Monday, the day before the start of a new term at school - which is never the best time for a big day out. We decided to make the most of it and head to ...
DIY one-strand shell mobile
You may remember we came back from our recent trip to the Isle of Man laden with shells and driftwood. I can never resist bringing things back from the seaside, but I never know what to do with them once I get home. Something of the beside-the-seaside joy is lost, and they tend to be left in carrier ...
A little summer wish list
1. Shea Butter Ultra Rich Body Cream by L'Occitane. This is my favourite moisturizer of all time. It smells and feels wonderful. I have very dry skin, even in summer, so this is perfect for me. 2. Personalised Pastel Stretch Bead Bracelet by Lily Belle at Not on the Highstreet.com. I've been ...
My Week
Last Saturday was a strawberry day. Gabriel was invited to a friend's strawberry picking party (what a lovely idea!) and we all tagged along to gather lots and lots for jam-making. Unfortunately, just as we arrived at the farm, the heavens opened and it rained and rained and rained. In spite of ...
Review: My Little French Riviera Box
Last month I reviewed my first My Little Box. I was a little disappointed as the contents were mainly L'Occitane samples, which I love but are already very familiar. For me, the real selling point of these subscription boxes is the element of surprise. Life can be a bit dull in the Fens and a little ...
What I wore for a sunny coffee date
Last week, James and I had a free morning together and headed out for a coffee date. It was a lovely sunny day in our beautiful little city. We walked around the market and then headed for coffee at The Old Fire Engine House. Morning coffee there is a sweet, informal affair where you help ...
Scented play dough
My four-year-old son absolutely adores play dough. We often buy the shop-bought stuff and sometimes we make a big batch of plain, uncoloured home-made dough. This time, though, I decided to go to town with flavours and colours. It was such fun and he loved it! Whenever I make play-dough I end up ...
My Week
This week has felt much less stressful than the last. James hasn't been away, and we haven't had too many appointments to keep. The weather's been better too, and that always sets the tone for the week, doesn't it? It's not been particularly hot, but it has been sunny and that's good enough for ...
Vintage art for under £10
Have you ever come across these vintage Ladybird books about the seasons? We have a set and the boys love to look at them. I absolutely adore the illustrations and it seemed a shame that they were shut away on the bookshelf. I always thought they'd look beautiful framed. I've been ...