Last night was not a good night. Which is why I became aware that Spring may have sprung. Sitting with Dimples as she fretted, tossed and turned in her sleep I was aware that the night was not as quiet as it has been of late. It took me a while to realise that there were birds chirping in the trees outside the bedroom window. They are back from wintering overseas. Then there was bright sunshine this morning. All day in fact. And I noticed … [Read more...]
How to make a Welsh Dragon
I've seen these easy fire-breathing dragons around, particularly because it is the Chinese Year of the Dragon, and I thought they'd be perfect for making at playgroup tomorrow to acknowledge St David's Day. And they really are simple. Let me show you how to make a Welsh Dragon: … [Read more...]
Ban Captcha. No, really.
I love coming across new blogs, particularly those taking part in the #366 Project. It's amazing to me that on any given day so many people can find so many varied moments to capture for posterity. And I am driven to comment on the image, whether the content, the light, the comedy, the cuteness. So I type out my comment, then spend a moment filling in my details: you know, email, name, or profile-you-wish-to-use. Next, you click comment and are … [Read more...]
60? Not yet, surely?
The Mothership turns 60 today. Our very own Jubilee in the family. I was going to write a whole bunch of stuff about things that have happened in the World since the auspicious day in February 1952. Then she sent me this and I thought I'd publish it instead. It will probably make her cry less. Happy Birthday Mummy. I love you. ........................................................................................................ You want to … [Read more...]
Cubby Kit Review
There is no doubt that the concept behind CubbyKits is brilliant. I have seen Kiwi Crates talked about on some of the American blogs that I read so had an idea what would be involved. And when we got back from holiday there was a seriously smart looking package on the doorstep addressed to the Little Big Girl. Inside was a bunch of pots and pieces of paper, all of which after careful reading (my job) and mixing (her job) led to a fun … [Read more...]
Project 366 Week 8
Top tips for Potty training
I sit here, as the temperature plummets, with the fire on in the sitting room. The floor is littered with the toys that Dimples, naked from the waist down, has cast aside. So far today she has had two changes of clothes. But I'm fairly relaxed about it, and this has nothing to do with the fact that I have been through this once before, or that I am far more slovenly than I would have you believe. Neither is it anything to do with following a … [Read more...]
