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Catching the Magic 2 weeks ago
Exploring the new Matairangi Nature Trail, Wellington - I first stumbled across the enticing play areas of the Matairangi Nature Trail, along the ridge line of Mt Victoria, on one of my long runs. I couldn’t wait to grab an opportunity to bring my two youngest children to... Continue reading →
Happy Mum Happy Child 2 weeks ago
Kids & Kissing - Kids & Kissing There’s a lot of controversy around the whole “should parents kiss their kids on the lips” and all that jazz. When I read stuff like that, I honestly just roll my eyes. Like seriously – they’re... Continue reading →
Empowerment Coach 2 weeks ago
Life changing benefits to limiting our kids screen-time. - We have all heard that kids shouldn’t watch so much T.V, but it’s not just T.V that’s taken our kids over, it’s all forms of electronic technology, such as IPhone, tablets, toys and home computers. It’s turning bright, creative and... Continue reading →
Crazy K.A.L.M 2 weeks ago
Forbidden Dance – Deanna Roy - Forbidden Dance Deanna RoyForbidden Dance Deanna Roy(Lover’s Dance, #1)Publication date: March 28th 2017Genres: Contemporary, New Adult, RomanceShe was hidden from the world. Then he arrived.An emotional new novel from six-time USA Today bestselling author Deanna RoyFor four years, I’ve lived... Continue reading →
tiny happy 2 weeks ago
plant life and mist - Our city has been hiding under a blanket of mist for the past couple of days, which (I think) looks beautiful (especially from our front door) but it's not fun for travellers stranded at the airport. It's supposed to clear... Continue reading →
The Beauty Foodie 2 weeks ago
Max Factor Masterpiece Rose Nudes Eyeshadow Palette Review - ye I did a quiet little geeky dance when Max Factor’s Masterpiece Rose Nudes Eyeshadow arrived. How lucky was I to get sent this? Thing is, I’d already eyed the palette up TWICE in Farmers and resisted it. Yeah, I know,... Continue reading →
AMummysLife NZ 2 weeks ago
Blake’s Recovery | An Update On Blake After Surgery - It’s been 3 days since Blake’s eye correction surgery. So I thought it was about time I updated you on how Blake’s recovery has gone. To be completely honest, the recovery has gone much better than the post-surgery had. Monday... Continue reading →
The Parenting Place 2 weeks ago
How to cultivate the art of listening - A friend recently asked me, “When was the last time someone really listened to you?” It was an interesting question and one I pondered for some time. It made me think of how many times a day we say to... Continue reading →
Create Hope Inspire 2 weeks ago
Bookish – Her Mother’s Secret - Hi, hi again,Six weeks off screen entertainment has indeed been good for my 'to read pile'. I recently received Her Mother's Secret from my reviewing wishlist. I picked up the book about 8pm one night and closed it at 11.20pm.... Continue reading →Lulastic and the Hippyshake 2 weeks ago
Seven Ways to Bleed Well (and why honouring your moontime isn’t just for hippies) - I got my period the very day we moved from our home in London to the South Coast. I… The post Seven Ways to Bleed Well (and why honouring your moontime isn’t just for hippies) appeared first on Lulastic and... Continue reading →
PaisleyJade 2 weeks ago
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On A Crafty Adventure 2 weeks ago
Dinosaur Coat From an Upcycled Blanket - Nearing the beginning of the month my nephew turned two. What! That means that in less than 6 weeks (more like 3 now) Addison will be three. What!Anyway the weekend before I had inherited a couple of beautiful woolen blankets... Continue reading →
My Kids Party 2 weeks ago
Loaves and Fishes Catering - Email Facebook Website Helen from Loaves and Fishes Catering is happy to do a menu and quote up for you and your special little persons party. Have a browse of the Loaves and Fishes website and then get in touch.... Continue reading →
Running the Race 2 weeks ago
Here’s to the ones that suck - As I write this, I'm just starting to emerge from the fog of my post-Round the Bays slump. And I can tell you one thing: It's been a looooong month and ten days... As hard as I've tried to cowboy up and... Continue reading →
