The small things that are making me happy this week….

March 5, 2014 By Cassandra
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I’ve not been online very much over the last few week – mainly because real life has required much more time and attention that usual but also because it’s always nice to take a little bit of a break every now and again.

Anyway, I’m back now and the fact that I can see a blue sky as I’m sitting drinking my morning Chai Latte (get me!) makes me feel very happy and optimistic that we’ve seen the back of the dreadful weather we’ve been having.

Feeling so happy about such a small thing naturally made me think about Cas at Mummy Never Sleeps as she hosts a fab weekly linky about sharing the small things that make you happy. It would be rude not to join in when there are so many little things that have made me happy this week so I thought I’d share a few of them with you along with some of my favourite photos from the week….

We got the decision on Miss Frugal’s senior school

After my post a while ago about having to decide which senior school to choose for Miss Frugal, we found out at the weekend that she was allocated a place at the one we put as our first choice which is a fantastic school that I know will encourage her to be the best she can be. The downside to this is that none of her friends will be going there but she’s coping well with that at the minute so I’m trying not to focus on how bad I feel about that right now.

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The fact that my house is still standing

A small kitchen fire incident earlier this week could have been so much worse than it actually was so I’m focusing on that rather than the fact that there actually was a fire. An actual fire! In my kitchen!

Making it past level 70 on Candy Crush.

Don’t stop reading – I’m not a Candy Crush addict but I do like to play it in the car when I’m waiting for the kids to come out of school or when I’m sat around with a couple of minutes to spare. Level 70 was a nightmare so when I completed in, I may have let out a little ‘whoo hoo’ and felt irrationally pleased with myself.

I have a new dinner set

After years of having mismatched plates and bowls, I finally went out and bought a new dinner set – nothing fancy but it all co-ordinates and my cupboards look lovely. I know it’s sad but I smile every time I open the cupboard and see everything organised and matching.

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Some of the things that the kids have been saying

Probably funnier to me than they’ll sound to you but some of the things the kids have said this week have had me in stitches laughing.

Mam! Look there’s that Rhinos Belt!
– Miss Frugal after I shared my limited knowledge of constellations with her.

This one’s easy – it’s the Lord of the Rings.
Master Frugal’s answer to the quiz question ‘ What movement did Lord Baden Powell start?’

I don’t understand why you would need that jug to get pregnant Mam.
Miss Frugal after I said I would utilise a jug (she thought I meant fertilise).

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maggy, red ted art · 578 weeks ago

I LOVE your kids' quotes!! Genius!

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mummyoftwo2 55p · 578 weeks ago

Some great 'little things' there to be thankful for! Great news about your daughter's school place and I am sure she will make new friends quickly - it is always a worry though isn't it. Glad your kitchen fire didn't cause too much damage, it must have been very scary.

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becky · 578 weeks ago

smashing small things post Cass. x

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Donna · 578 weeks ago

I think you should link this to Actually Mummy's Wot so funee :-) xx (not the fire bit obvs)

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globalmouse 57p · 578 weeks ago

The quotes are so funny...I must try and write down more of the things my kids say as they can be hilarious! Great news about the school too.

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cheetahsinmyshoes 36p · 578 weeks ago

Not sure which I'm laughing at more, the Lord of the Rings or the jug. That's made me smile today Cass xx

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greenmum2 1p · 578 weeks ago

hah, they are pure genius, hilarious!!

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Activities4kidz · 578 weeks ago

Love the things kids come out with!

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Kirsty · 578 weeks ago

Goodness me, a kitchen fire is so scary. I'm glad you are here to tell the tale and that the house sounds like it is ok. When things like that happen you definitely do start to appreciate the small things x

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mummyneversleeps 35p · 578 weeks ago

Oh your kids are hilarious! Am snorting at rhino's belt and the jug! :D What a fab post, and this is proof that even when you have AN ACTUAL fire you can still have a good week :) Thanks so much for joining in! (psst - damn right celebrate Candy Crush - level 69 is a BEEP!)

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@etspeaksfrom · 578 weeks ago

congrats on the school choice! it is always great to get the first choice.

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Kirsty Hijacked By Twins · 578 weeks ago

I love the Lord of the Rings comment and well done on getting your first choice of senior school!

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Jo Bryan · 578 weeks ago

Love the comments, so funny! Congrats on the school, she will settle well, mine did away from their old friends.

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youbabymemummy 57p · 578 weeks ago

Congratulations on getting the 1st choice school. I hope you are all ok after your fire, sound scarey x

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spicers1976 50p · 578 weeks ago

Love the responses to the questions

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Kara · 578 weeks ago

Haa haa - great comments. Well done to your little lady getting into her school!

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@MyLittle3andMe · 578 weeks ago

Congratulations on getting the school of first choice. we didn't unfortunately and am now planning the appeal. Yuk!

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Healthier Mummy · 578 weeks ago

Wow, sounds like a week of ups and downs. I can celebrate with you for Candy Crush and the new crockery - I love getting new china too. Great news re your daughter getting in to your first choice school. Sorry about the fire. Sounds awful.

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mellissa williams · 578 weeks ago

kids are brilliant, my son used to say the funniest things when he was young

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fiolunka 38p · 578 weeks ago

Kids quotes are hilarious ;-) Hope your kitchen is alright ;-)

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shellbe 51p · 578 weeks ago

Small things are the best things!

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fritha · 577 weeks ago

yay! congrats on your first choice! xx

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pamperedmummy 57p · 577 weeks ago

Great news on senior school, my eldest went with about 89 others from primary school and barely sees them now so tell her not to worry. Love the quotes they are similar to what my daughter comes out with!

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Emmys Mummy · 577 weeks ago

Great news on the school. A daunting experience but only briefly. They make friends so quickly and those made at secondary school are the best

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Livesey girl · 577 weeks ago

Love the kids chat! My 4 year old said 'and can you PLEASE put your shoes away Mum' (so that's what I sound like)

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