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Rhythm, Repetition & Reverence

Posted on November 21, 2013 by

I really enjoyed the third session of the Education for a Happy Childhood course with Joy De Berker. The theme was rhythm, reputation & reverence. Here’s the view of Bath as we walked to the venue. We made felted animals … Continue reading →

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Katie’s Birth Story: Letting Go

Posted on October 31, 2013 by

Thankyou for checking out my blog. This post is one which I’ve written as the first of a few exploring our birth & breastfeeding experiences. I think this is closely linked to our parenting style & our decision to peruse … Continue reading →

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Mommy Wars

Posted on October 26, 2013 by

I love being a Mum. Why do parents get anxious about what other parents around them are doing though? What feelings does it raise within parents on hearing about the choices if others that creates a defensive or critical response? … Continue reading →

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Felting for fun

Posted on October 17, 2013 by

I forgot my almost finished needle book today, so I made a new piece using wet felting, and had a go at wet felt balls. Here is my first layer…. Here is the second layer before adding any soapy water…. … Continue reading →

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Mucking In, Giving Back

Posted on October 16, 2013 by

We attended our first school work day recently. Workdays happen roughly every 1-2 months on a Saturday. Parents and children are invited to attend, contribute & help to maintain the school. As a lot of work has been completed on … Continue reading →

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Love Thy Cat

Posted on October 7, 2013 by

I first fell for a cat at my Granny’s house. Norman was a heavy set tortoise shell with serious eyes and a cheeky, knowing wavy tail. I would watch his behaviour curiously. During the night Norman the cat and Toby … Continue reading →

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From the Mouths of Babes

Posted on October 6, 2013 by

This post is pure & simple one. Here a few of the enchanting, thought provoking and imaginative things our daughter (dd) has said. 4.10.13 Dd’s friend: ‘I went to Legoland once. My brother went on a fast ride it went … Continue reading →

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The Bear Necessities

Posted on October 6, 2013 by

Let me introduce you to The Bears. These cards are great for my work with children & families, but I love nothing more than playing with them at home. It makes for great practice. I learn something new every time. … Continue reading →

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Perseverance

Posted on October 5, 2013 by

I’ve been digging up old projects that need finishing including this sweet image. I probably have four or five half finished-cross stitch projects. Another project that required perseverance is my knitting (getting there albeit a bit lobsided). I have learned … Continue reading →

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September Sunrise

Posted on September 17, 2013 by

Daughter: (6.30am this morning, whilst watching the sunrise from her bedroom window) “The chickens are awake….. But they are silent!” I have become quite obsessed with capturing these moments, for various reasons. But hopefully not to the point where I … Continue reading →

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