I can’t help thinking that children are most happy playing with homemade toys and natural play areas. They do love other toys, but there is a different level of fun. This week, I offered to take Middle One to the village play park as we waited for her brother’s coach. […]
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I made pots
Somehow, I missed out on pottery at school. Apart from the odd coiled pot or ambiguous animal models, I really can’t remember making anything that had to spend time in a kiln. More recently my children have creating clay masterpieces and I have looked on with quiet envy. Hoping that […]
Read moreAlphabetPhoto: H is for
There is something heart warming about a nature find or seeds cupped in a child’s hands. Offered up for the camera lens to capture. For a parent to admire. I will never ever tire of seeing this wish to share. Linking up with #AlphabetPhoto. My H is for hands.
Read moreAlphabetPhoto: F is for
Always something very satisfying when I can combine healthy with thrifty. I had slipped into the habit of buying pre-prepared fruit for the children. It made packed lunches easy in the morning. They love melon, pineapples and grapes, so buying a pack of these was quick and made life easy. […]
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