Maggie, apparently according to the calendar today you are 10 months old today but I mean REALLY? Really?! How can that be? She's obviously not concerned by the rapid time vortex thing we are spinning in, in fact, she's delighted to be this big now. And what a big month it's been for her. … [Read more...]
Accidentally Active
March 15, 2016 by 31 Comments
The exercise activity has been on the low to non-existent front since whooping cough arrived in our house a few months ago. It was a valid excuse, but now just appears to be an excuse and with the intake of complex carbs spiralling out of control as we head towards Easter, I really need to get back … [Read more...]
Curiosities
March 14, 2016 by 44 Comments
I've learnt a couple of new things over the past week. Isn't it good when you learn something new? I always love finding new things out, or having someone teach you something new...I think we should always be pushing ourselves to learn new things - to be curious and open our minds. While these … [Read more...]
Beth Says: Pop a Prosecco!
March 11, 2016 by 34 Comments
If there's one thing I am good at, besides making a bed or keeping my floors clean it's drinking Prosecco. Oh, and eating butter. I have been rabbiting on about Prosecco for many years now and I often get asked what's good, or what's the best one to get etc so I thought I'd share some of my … [Read more...]
My old friend
March 10, 2016 by 32 Comments
I heard earlier this week that Ray Tomlinson the inventor of EMAIL(!) and the @ symbol died this week. What a legacy he left for us all - changing the way we communicate, shop and keep in touch with our loved ones with each other forever. My children would find it hard to believe that when I … [Read more...]
Over the Back Fence Podcast {Season 5 ep 6}
March 9, 2016 by Leave a Comment
This week is an action packed episode in which Neighbour and I chat about my success at the local show (of course we do), Leo's big win (with a flash back to Titanic), the Donald, the new Mrs Murdoch, fashion trends, angry SIRI man, Elizabeth Gilbert and special travel food experiences. And more … [Read more...]
Just a girl
March 8, 2016 by 17 Comments
Today is International Women's Day. A day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievement of women. While many of us will (and should) do this, we know that progress is slow in many parts of the world and we are still a long way off things being equal for men and women. I'm … [Read more...]
Monday water cooler catch up
March 7, 2016 by 25 Comments
You know the thing I actually miss about working in an office? The social catch up with other, you know, adults. Sure I wouldn't give up for ANYTHING what I've got going on here at home now, but I do miss the old walking to the bathroom, making a cuppa or filling up your water bottle and having … [Read more...]
Monday meal ideas: Breakfast for dinner
March 7, 2016 by 6 Comments
You know what one of my favourite things is? Breakfast for dinner! I manage to get away with it at least once a week and it just makes me happy. These weeks are so busy that I manage to get to the afternoon and realise that there is no dinner ready to go but there are ALWAYS eggs and bacon so that … [Read more...]
One thing: The outsource
March 6, 2016 by 28 Comments
I am a fan of the outsource where I can. Sure it may be laziness, but a lot of the time if I have a problem and have some money available, I will throw it at the task and actually get the job done. Rather than just sitting and thinking about or talking about it. This means getting the odd man in to … [Read more...]
Hot cross Bun Bread & Butter Pudding
March 5, 2016 by 22 Comments
As I mentioned somewhere this week, seasonal baked goods really are one my favourite things. I'm talking fruit mince tarts and I'm talking hot cross buns. Neither of which I could be bothered to make, but both I attack with gusto. Because the Hot cross bun acts as a vehicle for my beloved … [Read more...]
Miscellaneous 82
March 4, 2016 by 14 Comments
As Harps said to me last week "this week has been a quick one Mum" and hasn't it just? I can wipe out the extra day of the year that we got thanks to the leap year as Rob and I went down a snake Sunday night at EXACTLY the same time with a 24 gastro bug. Never a good thing when the two adults go … [Read more...]
Important days
March 3, 2016 by 64 Comments
Yesterday morning at 2.30am I was awake. Maggie still hadn't woken for a feed (sure 45 times for coughing fits while she still slept) but still asleep! Shit, don't tell me she's starting to work out this sleep thing? In any case, there I was...PING! Wide awake. I started thinking. Too much. About … [Read more...]
How to make pita bread
March 1, 2016 by 19 Comments
Saturday night we had some friends over for a casual dinner and a bit of family board game action. When the Mums were texting about it my friend said that she had tzatziki and the makings of a greek salad so I quickly decided on slow cooked lamb and pita bread and dinner was sorted! I've been … [Read more...]
Monday meal ideas: Quick and easy mid week dinners
February 29, 2016 by 3 Comments
Oh Monday, it's you again. Why is it that weekends go by so quickly? It's a very sad business indeed. But here we are, ready to tackle another week. I'm hoping for a healthier baby, organisation for me to get what I need done while she sleeps because when she is awake? It's OH like donkey … [Read more...]
One thing: a little trim
February 28, 2016 by 14 Comments
There's two things I love most about #onething. For those of you not playing along, #onething is where I do just ONE THING from my to-do list, but not your every day to-do list. Oh no, this is the list of non essential items that sort of kind of need to get done but it’s no biggie if they don’t … [Read more...]
7 ways to make your house more homely this weekend
February 26, 2016 by 42 Comments
My Mum has taught me many skills over the course of my life. To cook and effortlessly feed many people. To laugh at myself. To work hard. The joys of a good gin and tonic. A well made bed. To love fiercely and loyally. And to make a house a home. Wherever we have lived (with no money, or sometimes … [Read more...]
Life lesson #389: self awareness
February 25, 2016 by 28 Comments
Last week I was laying down on my Ob's (or is she my gyno now?) bed in her office, spread eagled getting that lovely appointment done chatting away and talking about how my hormones seem to be SO out of whack since having Mags. Still breastfeeding, night waking, baby wrangling PLUS dealing with two … [Read more...]
Baby Files #7
February 24, 2016 by 64 Comments
Note: the Monkey & Mum necklace giveaway winner has been chosen. The lucky winner was Belinda with this comment: "Absolutely yes to all the things baby. My big boy was swaddled til he was over 7 months, and my little boy until 9 months and will still get swaddled on occassion now at 10months+. … [Read more...]
Things I like {The 23rd February 2016 edition}
February 23, 2016 by 22 Comments
The sun is SHINING in the Highlands this week (maybe a little too much...come on Autumn I say!) but when there is full on sunshine it's hard not to stop and soak it up and feel a little brighter about everything don't you think? There's LOTS to like around these parts, and I thought I better share … [Read more...]
