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Erin’s First Ski Lesson

I’ve always wanted Erin to learn to ski, mostly because I really fancy a family ski-ing holiday! After visiting Xscape to see Santa we decided that we really fancied giving SnowFactor a go. I’ve never skied on real snow before … Continue reading

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Are We Ready For 7?

Another year, another birthday. Already? I used to scoff at mums who went on about how quick the years go and here I am doing the same. Seven has arrived, and with it one direction, opinions, a bigger bed and … Continue reading

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Why I Love Having a 6 Year Old

I’m sure it’s great having a big family with lots of kids around. And there are days when I hanker after baby cuddles. But mostly I’m very happy with my six year old and here’s why; 1. She likes the … Continue reading

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Pony Riding

Erin’s found a hobby she loves. We’ve done a few clubs at school – gardening, games, art. She’s also been a Rainbow for nearly a year which she absolutely loves. We’ve considered sport hobbies like judo, gymnastics and karate but … Continue reading

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Six and a half

You’re six and a half and I want to stop the clock. I can’t imagine it getting any better than it is right now. You were unwell here so I made special hot chocolates with ‘squirty cream’ and haribo, the … Continue reading

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Caring Hands

She’s six and a half and has the most caring nature. I have to give credit to my husband for that. I love looking in on her sleeping, she always looks about two years younger than she is and for … Continue reading

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Dear Erin…

It felt about time to write you a litte update (you can read all the blog posts about you here). If mummy remembers to renew her blog URL hopefully you’ll have a chance to read this and all the other … Continue reading

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My Proudest Moment

They rolled me into a dimly lit room, as far as I can remember I was the only one in there, I was high on drugs and could make out one nurse rushing around. I’d just had the most surreal … Continue reading

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Wordless Wednesday: Erin + Scissors =

Because cutting is a life skill…..

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Countdown to Nursery

Only two days to go and Erin begins nursery. I’m trying not to sound too relieved, but I am. It’s been a long three years and we’ve had lots of fun and I’m glad that I did it (stayed at … Continue reading

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“Mum, I’m Really Tired”

Erin loves dancing. I promised her last year that we’d start a dance class in the village along from us. Many months of her reminding her playgroup teachers (every day) that she still hadn’t been to dancing was seriously threatening … Continue reading

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A Year in Pictures: 2008

Mummy: I don’t know if you can tell (!) but you weren’t too impressed with the snow. This photo was taken in January, and as I write this in December you are far more keen on the snow. In fact, … Continue reading

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She’s Growing Up

Being away last weekend helped me see ‘my baby’ in a new light. Surrounded by family, she thrived on the new experiences presented to her. From playing the piano to feeding fish in the garden pond, from eating and playing … Continue reading

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