Category Archives: parenthood

“Technology is both our saviour and our doom” Olaf: Frozen 2. This is possibly the best and weirdest quote, to describe technology for parents. Do you feel that you are relying too much on technology such as tablets and TVs? If so, you are not alone! I feel that I rely too much on tv,Continue reading “The technology conundrum”

If anyone asks me, what should I get a two year old. I have an answer for you! A gym mat! No joke, it’s one of the best things we have bought for James. He loves to tumble and roll around on the floor, sometimes wrestling a cuddly toy etc. We have laminate flooring whichContinue reading “What to get a 2 year old”

Does this sound like you? Cut/ dyed my own hair Made banana bread Walked more often did some diy Decluttered numerous times Zoomed Re/Discovered a music act Binged watched numerous shows Learnt all the words to the Frozen songs Get excited about new episodes for children’s shows Then you my friend are in my ownContinue reading “Since lockdown I have…”

“Why don’t you listen to me?” Is probably heard through every household. More so than ever! Parents are tasked with the hardest job ever. Where they are not only a parent, but, a teacher, doctor and most importantly a friend to their little ones. I honestly take my hat off to every parent who isContinue reading “Parenting during lockdown”

When I was little I loved watching the adventures of Thomas the Tank Engine, and, the heroism of Fireman Sam. Luckily, this has passed down onto James! Just now he loves watching Fireman Sam! He knows who the characters are and likes the theme song. I can’t complain! As it is a pretty decent song,Continue reading “Children’s Programmes”

Happy new year! Ok, so 2021 hasn’t started well at all! With the increase of covid cases which meant another lockdown for us in Scotland, as well as world politics causing more of an uproar than ever. The world is becoming more scary. I feel for the people who are on their own. I feelContinue reading “Conquering the fear”

Bet ya you will start singing the song now! This year has been particularly hard for everyone so I think we have a right to celebrate. For this family all of our birthdays were either at the start of lockdown or during. So, we really didn’t really celebrate our big days. However, Christmas can beContinue reading “It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas”

Everyone thought 2020 was going to be “their year”. For me, it was just another year. I wasn’t really into celebrating new year. I remember lying asleep in bed when my husband and I awoke to the sound of fireworks. Both of us turned to each other and had a quick kiss and wished eachContinue reading “2020 woes”

So, a few months ago I introduced James to the world of baking. You know what? He loves it! As soon as I get the equipment out he knows what we will be doing and joins in! He will run to his stepladder and watch and help me. He loves copying at what I do.Continue reading “Baking mad”

So I am currently snuggled up on the sofa with my little man watching The Rescuers. In my opinion one of the best Disney movies! However, I am not thinking about Disney movies. I am thinking if I ever want to add another addition to my amazing family. When I was 16 I learned thatContinue reading “My little family”