This seasonal production of Julia Donaldson’s ( Gruffalo) ) Stick Man by the amazing Scamp Theatre company proved to be a real hit. Something for adults and children alike, they manage to add their usual sparkle yet again.
The three actors bring the Stick Man to life in imaginative style. With a smattering of good jokes, catchy songs, brilliant voices and live musical accompaniment, you can’t help but enjoy every minute.  Continue Reading

    
Every child needs to learn to ride a bicycle, don’t they? Scooters are fine and dandy but riding a bike is a life skill!

Balance bikes seem to have become much more popular than they ever were abd rightly so because they teach the first element of riding perfectly and that is balance.  Continue Reading

I hate to break it to you but the season is upon us. We are seeing somewhat of an Indian summer so far. First weeks back at school a distant memory; my little one now in ‘big school’ which effectively is just a change of building with reception to come next September, (he’s a November baby) so we are in luck with only half day fees to pay for one more year! Continue Reading

This is just a quick post to tell you all about my new obsession! I’ve been looking for a hand-held vacuum for a while now. The nesting instinct well and truly here and my OCD for cleanliness is cranked up to ‘high’.

Whilst doing my research for something cheap, effective and cheerful I came across a cordless stick vacuum that houses a handheld within it, so, two for the price of one. After each meal or upon seeing any specks of dirt on my cream carpet, I whisk it out. The fact that it is light and cordless is amazing and makes it so easy to use. I think of it as a DustBuster that I don’t need to bend down to use. Coming in a £50 it’s a bargain for anyone wanting a spotless home! By Von Haus. Or buy here with free delivery. Continue Reading

I know that it might sound a little crazy but bear with me on this. I’m talking from experience here, with one newborn experienced and one to come. In fact, my newborn is now nearly four with his sibling  following in a very few weeks from now. Continue Reading