As this is our second baby, we have already ‘tried and tested’ several essentials the first time round. Some were life savers, others we hardly used. I will write a separate blog post about the top three most useful and useless baby bits later. We didn’t find out the sex with George, so most of … More Baby purchases so far…and recycled essentials.
So this is a slightly reflectional piece. I need to up my blog game and I’m thinking that 3am night feeds might inspire some ‘interesting’ musings in the up and coming months. They might be complete jargon and full of emotional outbursts, but could be entertaining to read nevertheless. So, 10-years-ago this week, I embarked … More How travelling brought me back to where I first started
This is the question I am constantly asked after trying to explain our fertility journey. The answer is no but I find myself just agreeing, especially when met with the baffled expressions of numerous midwives and consultants. I have read so many inspiring blog posts and stories written by strong couples, who have experienced a … More “So, you’ve had IVF?”
So, I am absolutely skint at the moment. However, that doesn’t stop me from window shopping and writing a monthly wish list. Should anyone want to treat me, please feel free… 1. La Redoute ‘Afaw Berber Style Rug’. The instagram rug of dreams. Look at any Nordic styled home on insta and you’ll find this … More Five Things – July Wish List
I desperately wanted to make an Easter cake. I spent 3,000 hours and my life savings on George’s birthday cake, so therefore I now qualify as a master baker. I spent hours browsing and salivating until I came across a recipe for chocolate mini egg brownies, that I already had most of the ingredients for. … More Recipe // Delicious Chocolate Brownies
Planning and styling our nursery was/is definitely an ongoing process. We didn’t find out the sex beforehand but knew we wanted something neutral anyway. The obvious place to start was Pinterest but searches of ‘white and grey nurseries’ only brought up images of huge American bedrooms, something which our tiny little box room would never … More Nursery Styling
Prague is easily one of the prettiest cities in Europe – with its beautiful cobbled streets and fairytale-like gothic architecture. However, its quickly becoming one of the hippest food capitals in the continent. Many people know that Prague is already famous for its cheap beer, attracting many a stag or hen do. Czech cuisine is … More Eating Our Way Through Prague
Our first encounter with the Lake District was a memorable one. We were so unbelievably lucky with the weather! Read about what we got up to here, otherwise, enjoy our photo diary. Photos by @foreacharoad. Stunning skies over Crosby Ravensworth: Ullswater: Gowbarrow: Aira Force: The beautiful night sky: What is your favourite destination in the … More The Lake District – A photo diary
This year was all about exploring our own country, as well as our adventures abroad. Luckily, we have had several weddings in opposite ends of the country, which has inspired us to make little mini-getaways. This time, after a lovely wedding in Newcastle, we hired a car from the airport and drove 90 minutes across … More A taste of the Lake District
When you live and work in London (and have done your whole life), it’s important to plan an escape now and again. Where better, than The Cotswolds? This rural area covers six counties, notably Gloucestershire and Oxfordshire, and is an absolute beauty of an escape from the city. Two of the best hotels: Barnsley House, Barnsely Do … More A weekend in The Cotswolds
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