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Book Review :: Rock Pool Secrets by Narelle Oliver - Rock Pool Secrets - Narelle Oliver"At first glance there’s nothing much to see. But the rock pools are full of secrets. Nestling in crevices ... hiding in the seaweed ... camouflaged against the rocks ... What creatures will you find? Rock... Continue reading →Thus and Therefore 3 weeks ago
How to read what a job ad’s not saying - Most people understand that when a real-estate advertisement promotes a property as ‘ideal for first-home owners’, they mean ‘nobody would live here if they could afford somewhere else’. And when those ads label a house a ‘DIY dream’, they mean... Continue reading →Wendy's quilts and more 3 weeks ago
Even more embroidery - Yesterday I chose my fabric and threads for my other major embroidery class - Holey Moley. Again, I'm a student, not the teacher. I took my inspiration from the beautiful verigated Stef Francis threads and just picked complimentary colours. This... Continue reading →Happy Mum Happy Child 3 weeks ago
The Lowdown: The Way We Do Things - The Lowdown: The Way We Do Things We all do things differently in life, and parenting is no exception. I’m one of those people who find’s it fascinating what other’s do. I take inspiration from all things in life,... Continue reading →My Kids Lick The Bowl 3 weeks ago
Starting Solids The Food Allergy Foods - Starting solids can sometimes be a nerve-wracking time for parents. The food allergy foods can make many parents worry. When should they be introduced, how should they be introduced and could they make my baby sick! Are all things parents worry... Continue reading →Amaorican | Waiting for Forever 3 weeks ago
Graduation. - Graduands entry. Tyler graduated today with her Cert. in Maori Performing Arts.It's been a long time coming and was a pretty proud moment considering it took her longer than the actual certificate takes.A great incentive to continue and look ahead.It... Continue reading →The Migrating Swans-Feedburner 3 weeks ago
Throwback: Family Visit in December 2014 Part 2 - While we were staying in Matapouri, we did a few hikes around the area - and one of those hikes was to Whale Bay: Grant and I also did the Whananaki Coastal Walk one morning, and boy, were there some... Continue reading →Mia Bella Passions 3 weeks ago
Arhaus – And The Dream Lounge Room… - There comes a time when tiredness creeps into the decor...this is exactly what has happened with my lounge room.There are parts I still love, but also parts I would love to change.But what exactly would I do?This is where 'Arhaus' home... Continue reading →All New Adventures 3 weeks ago
Chuck E Cheese’s - Practicing and writing stories about his experiences on this trip is the assignment Kien was set by his teacher, Sally.Alba Rosa 3 weeks ago
Sweet Coffee Body Scrub - This simple scrub uses a mix of sugars to exfoliate and stimulate skin, while coffee can help to draw out impurities. Plus a little cinnamon to warm and aid circulation.Sweet Coffee Body ScrubTo make this you will need:½ cup ground... Continue reading →Happy Mum Happy Child 3 weeks ago
Cookie Dough - COOKIE DOUGH Sometimes you want to eat a cookie – but not a baked cookie; a raw one. But you don’t want to get sick from the ingredients being raw (like an egg). Eating cookie dough doesn’t have to be... Continue reading →Stamping Susan 3 weeks ago
Step it Up Sketch – Fancy Friday Blog Hop - Hello and welcome to another Fancy Friday blog hop! We're a group of past and present Stampin' Up! Artisans who love to bring you inspiration each month. We hope you take these ideas and CASE (Copy And Selectively Edit) them... Continue reading →Ditch The Carbs 3 weeks ago
Low-Carb Pumpkin And Coconut Soup - Did you know just how easy it is to make low-carb pumpkin and coconut soup? Throw it all together in the morning, and it will be ready and waiting for you when you step in the door tonight. And to... Continue reading →AMummysLife NZ 3 weeks ago
Dani The Monkey | Friday Favourites - Dani the monkey learns a new skill 2 days before her birthday. Celine joins netball. The first mufti day of the school year and Captain Cuddles gets fixed. It’s another Friday Favourites linky with Maria and Lisa. If you missed my... Continue reading →Empowerment Coach 3 weeks ago
How To Increase Children’s Confidence With Aromatherapy - Aromatherapy blend for strength, inner power and confidence. As we already know, essential oils are very healing for both adults and children, and I don’t think a day goes by where we don’t use at least 3 essential oils in... Continue reading →