Project 52 2019 week 3 – new sofa day
We’re onto week 3 of Project 52, and it’s been a fairly busy week. Straight onto what’s been going on with us. On Sunday N had his birthday ‘party‘. We took 3 friends to Riverside Hub for a lot of…
Author: Emma
Mum of 1, farmer's wife and living a guilt free family lifestyle with a school child.
A playdate birthday party at soft play
It’s not quite N’s 8th birthday yet, but tennis matches, swimming and other events, meant we brought his birthday forward a bit. I’d left planning it a bit late – he mentioned going to the Riverside Hub for a party…
Things to do in Northamptonshire with children
Family days out and things to do in Northamptonshire with kids. Check out the country parks, stately homes, wildlife and more in the county
Kids birthday party ideas – at home and elsewhere
When I was a child, birthday parties were always held at home, until I was old enough just to take a couple of friends out for a meal or ice skating. Now few people hold parties at home once children…
Project 52 2019 week 2 – Wasgij 29 Catching Wedding Fever puzzle
Week 2 of the new year and Project 52, and it’s been a frantic one. Back to work and school for N and myself. And full of frustrations (and a bit of fun). Sunday we didn’t get up to much….
High expectations – am I turning into Victor Meldrew?
When I was younger I always joked I’d be a Victor Meldrew (or maybe Victoria) when I was older. I find a lot of things that irritate me, but this seems to be increasing as I get older. This, even…
Walks in Cliveden National Trust gardens
Usually I wouldn’t take N to a National Trust place if it’s just gardens. He’s not a house fan, but usually for gardens I visit for photography in suumer he would hate and get bored. Neither of us are particular…
Visiting All Things Wild out of season
We’ve been on so many days out over the years, and all the obvious places within an hour, sometimes you get a bit lost and run out of ideas where to go. Add in that you need to entertain 2…
Project 52 2019 week 1 – faces
Welcome to the first Project 52 of this 2019. Yes, I’ve decided to keep going. It’s nice to choose a photo of the week, and to have a look back on what we’ve done for the week. Like last year…
End of December school days update
Better late than never here’s the end of December monthly school update on how things have been going. Obviously December is full of fun and Christmas themed events and it’s one of the times of year that N loves. Reading…
Say no to mum guilt over lazy holiday time
This Christmas has been the laziest Christmas holiday for as long as I can remember. We’ve done hardly anything. And that’s ok. There’s no reason to feel mum guilt. But it’s hard not to feel bored or want to do…