I was invited in October to take a look inside the Laura Ashley Manor Hotel in Elstree, the journey through London from Kent to Hertfordshire made more enjoyable in the bus provided for our 9 mile journey from Kings Cross- a vintage ride that had everyone stopping in the street and staring. Very much my way of travelling. … [Read more...]
Circus Pillow from The Little White Company #Giveaway CLOSED
Circus Pillow from The Little White Company #Giveaway Ends 26/11/14 The Little White Company has some lovely bed-ware for Little Ones this winter, from the dear little Safari collection in muted grey and neutral tones, to the vibrant Knights of the Round Table motif. There's sure to be something that suits the Little Ones in your home. I got to see some of the fabulous products when The Girls and I went to watch Frozen at the sumptuous … [Read more...]
Dutch Store HEMA opens in Bromley
Hema is a huge brand in Holland. So huge that 50% of all babies born in the country will wear a Hema babygrow. There was a point when Woolworths could have claimed similar figures but since the store disappeared from the high street I have been looking for something to replace it. Which is why I was attended Dutch store Hema'sopening in Bromley last month. It was worth it. I can see why some articles have referred to it … [Read more...]
Squerryes have reason to celebrate
A few weeks ago I was given a rare opportunity to visit Squerryes, former local attraction, and landmark to taste what is hoped will be the jewel in the crown of the Squerryes Estate. This weekend brings to fruition, literally, plans that began in 2004 with a conversation with a French vineyard. And now, ahead of it's release, the 2010 Brut has a trio of awards to bear proudly on the label. Made exclusively from grapes grown on the … [Read more...]
Mother’s Day Survival Tips from Middle Class Mamas
Thanks so much to Hayley for sharing some great Mother's Day Survival Tips: I'll be sure to keep them handy for Mother's Day next year! And thanks to Tots 100 and their counterparts for the chance to be involved in the International Blog Swap. … [Read more...]
In which I become an SEO ninja: ten SEO tips
Some time ago I was a test-case. Exciting as I have never been unusual in any way shape or form (Granny M would disagree because I am her baby and therefore very special and so on....*waves* Hi Mum!) But on that day I was unusual, a test-case, a trend-setter. Along with a dozen other bloggers from the food and parenting arenas, I got to try out the TOTs 100 latest brain child: the SEO summit. That day, people of the internet, and … [Read more...]
Tesco Mum of the Year Awards 2014
I have only one complaint about the Tesco Mum of the Year event at The Savoy on Sunday: there should have been more tissues. I started off well: I got all giggly catching up with blogging friends. I was thrilled beyond measure to be sitting with Lifetime Achievement winner Pam Clarke, and I *may* have done my best impression of a screaming teenager when I almost walked into Ronan Keating on the stairway. By the time I got to my table and … [Read more...]
