My eldest will be on school holidays this time next week. We will packing and getting ready for a three day break by the beach. Just the little boys and I as my husband still needs to work. But before the relaxing can begin there will be a mad flurry of activity. Excursions, christmas cards, contraband candy canes and end-of-school get togethers. Read more
The Party Kit
It’s that time of year where the invites start rolling in and texts are flying about finding “a good time to catch up before year end”. I love it. I love the catching up and the excuses to dress up. I love the rare opportunity to forget about being “mum” for the evening and just have fun.
But all that partying can take its toll on a girl who doesn’t party with any regularity during the year.
Because I’m not party fit, I have a party kit. A few pre-packed things in a cute little bag to help me through the season. Read more
The Tough Wardrobe Questions
It’s the season for clearing out and making way. As the weather warms up and spring fashions beckon, wardrobes over the country are being reviewed and re-thought.
There are great posts out there on clearing out your wardrobe. Lots of good ideas about sorting and piles and only keeping the things we love.