The little dog whisperer
N loves dogs. In fact he loves the animals on the farm in general, wanting to help out, going to speak to the cows at the fence, looking at the piglets. It always amuses me that if I take him…
outdoors
School days – the one about wellies and water
Week 3 of school is complete. I’m surprised at how many children only started school this week, when so many others started 3 weeks ago. But then, so far it doesn’t seem that N’s done anything on phonics, maths (other…
Let loose on a bike ride
A first bike ride out in the countryside roads for a preschooler.
Project 365 2015 week 33 – outdoor life
It’s another week of Project 365, and we’re into week 33. This week’s been a busy one, and I was pleased to have a couple of days off work. It’s always good to have a short working week, although it…
A summer of barbecues – plan vs reality
It seems that having a barbecue in our house is a lot harder than I’d ever anticipated when I said I’d review one from True Shopping. We love barbecued food (what’s not to love about meat, meat and more meat according to…
Camping holidays – friends, frolics and fun
When I heard mention of a mums and kids camping trip this school holiday I was quite surprised, but I was in there straight away. Not one to miss out, I wasn’t going to let the fact that I’d not…
Fun with friends at a non-birthday party
With N’s birthday being in January and having amongst about 10 other friends’ birthdays, it’s nigh on impossible to a) find a date that works and b) to not have to spend a fortune on a venue versus being able…
Month of firsts 10 – June 2015: cycling, driving and new teacher
June was a funny month of firsts. Nothing that was obvious, but some really random firsts for N. July will definitely be a big month as it’s when he’ll be going for visits to the school he starts in September….
Walking cool and comfy with Bridgedale socks
Socks. They seem to take up a lot of our conversations in our house (sounds exciting doesn’t it?!). I think most families have issues – well, at least the person who does the washing does. Single socks galore, although I…
Staying dry in summer showers with Trespass waterproof jackets
Being on a farm, and also getting out and about so much, I find I really struggle with finding suitable clothing. I have to admit that on the farm I just bumble around in whatever because I’m usually just escorting…
Buying new wellies suitable for welly wangling
Buying new wellies is always exciting for children. But not so much for me. N tends to have 2 pairs on the go at once. One pair left at nursery ready for forest school at any time, and another pair…
