You might have noticed that over the last month or so I've started to share a post every Sunday about a day out that we've enjoyed as a family together recently.I was inspired a little bit by some lovely days out that we've had as a family since we got our annual family membership to the English Heritage but also I thought it would motivate me a little bit more to make sure that we continue to get our and about now that the Summer's over.Yesterday we went back to a local forest that we discovered last weekend - it's less than 15 minutes drive from where we live but we've never visited … [Read more...]
Five super simple things you can do right now that will make you feel happier….
At this time of year I need all the help I can get to stay positive and Smile It's hard not to be happy when you're smiling and the feeling is even nicer if you're smiling at someone else or thinking happy positive thoughts. Reach out to an old friend or someone you haven't spoken to in a while Sometimes life gets in the way of keeping in touch with friends and family and I always feel happier after a good catch up. Get a good night's sleep If I don't have a good nights sleep then I feel grumpy all day the following day so it follows that a good nights sleep will make for a much happier … [Read more...]
6 things you should say to your children EVERY day….
I tell my children that I love them every single day and I can't imagine not saying these three words to them or ever not hearing them say it back to me.But I Love You isn't the only phrase than I make sure that I say to them every day....I love you! I want them to feel safe and loved and although words aren't as important as actions, they're a pretty good start! How was your day? I want to share in their lives as they grow up and I like knowing what they've been up to. We usually talk about our days while we're having tea each night and usually share the best thing that's … [Read more...]
#ThriftyThursday – How to make a homemade photo booth…..
We had a last minute 13th Birthday party for Miss Frugal last weekend and in true Miss Frugal style, she decided on a beach party theme (despite the fact that rain was forecast) and invited 12 of her friends to come round promising an afternoon of beach party fun.I'll be writing a little bit more about the party at some point but while we were planning it, Miss Frugal jokingly suggested that we hire a photo booth as she and her friends are keen instagrammers and all love a good selfie!Obviously that's waaaaay outside my budget so I decided to go with a homemade version which is what … [Read more...]
What I want my children to achieve this school year….
After a lovely Summer, the kids went back to school last Thursday looking very smart with big smiles on their faces although they had no intention of smiling for our annual back to school photo - I think I'll be lucky to get them to even pose for one next year!We talked about what they wanted to achieve this year at school and it surprises me (although it really shouldn't) that the things they want to achieve are completely different to the things I want for them this school year. Miss FrugalMy beautiful almost-teenager would like to get a level 7 grade in maths, skydive and have an … [Read more...]
Get fit the fun way….
Did you know that 10 minutes of jumping on a trampoline is the equivalent of a 30 minute jog?That’s an amazing fact if you ask me and considering Miss Frugal spends at least half an hour every single day on our trampoline then there’s no wonder that she’s so fit – I could do with spending some time on it myself. ;-)But as much as I value the health benefits of our trampoline, that’s not what makes me love it so much, it’s the pure enjoyment I see on both children’s faces when they’re out there together that makes me happy.They play on it whatever the weather and I’ve often … [Read more...]
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