Mission Deli Wrap’s ‘A Lunch Less Ordinary’ – Challenge #3 ‘What’s In That Wrap’ – the Quiz Show.
It’s Sunday night, so here we are again, desperately trying to upload the finished ‘Lunch Less Ordinary’ challenge, NO.1 son having given up his Sunday evening to editing it. Again. We have been LOVING these challenges – the children took on the competition with enthusiasm, and every week have amazed us with their skill and geniosity. This week was different however. This week they felt they had to really pull...
Mission Deli Wrap’s ‘A Lunch Less Ordinary’ – Challenge #2 Write a Wrap Rap.
We were absolutely thrilled to have won last week’s Lunch Less Ordinary challenge with our den building (and please note, I seriously under-sold No.1’s contribution with the video editing – he spent ages creating the fabulous finished video from our dodgy den-building technique. He told me that one passing mention of his efforts did not cut it. At some – justifiably – indignant length), and naturally the...
Four ways to keep your children entertained on holiday
Taking your children on holiday can often be a daunting experience as you’ll be under pressure to keep them constantly entertained. Whereas you may consider a trip away a chance to relax and unwind, away from the stresses of work, your kids will see it as a chance to have some serious fun. Here are some ways to save your little ones from boredom on your travels. Go on a bike ride Although your children may cycle...
Mission Deli Wrap’s ‘A Lunch Less Ordinary’ – Challenge #1 Make a Den.
We were pretty excited to be asked to take part in Mission Deli Wrap’s ‘A Lunch Less Ordinary” blogger challenge. And no, not just because the prizes are pretty cool. Lunch is always… a chore, quite frankly. I’m trying to fit in running a business as well as homeschooling four different aged children. Lunch itself always sneaks up on me, and hungry children start prowling LONG before I’m ready to...
How to survive a house viewing with small children
When it comes to moving house, sometimes the best option might seem to keep small children out of the process altogether. However, having recently moved into a new home, I can confirm that it is possible to include little ones and maintain your sanity at the same time. From turning box packing into a game to letting them pick out new features for their rooms, there are plenty of ways to keep the kids interested and feeling...
How to create a grown-up bedroom
As your children get older, it’s only natural for them to ask for a grown-up bedroom. Both dinosaur and princess wallpaper sets will quickly be replaced with something less ‘childish’ and castle and racing car-themed beds will be swapped for something more traditional. Regardless of age, the bedroom is an important room in the household. If you have young girls, this is where a number of sleepovers will take...