June recap | 2025

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Well that flew by, it feels like only yesterday I was writing Mays post. We have had a really good month, busy but good.

The weather for the most part has been beautiful, hotter than we would like some says but the sun has been a welcome part. It meant that we have had a lot of time outside, either in the garden or for days out. 

The month started with getting back to work and getting to know snowy better, we spent a lot of time in the garden and making sure that it is fully ready for summer.

The following weekend, me and Lilly took part in our second race for life in our local park, this one I wanted to beat lasts year time and we did that by 5 minutes in total and together we raised over £150, after Liam decided on a last minute BBQ, the first one of many at the house.

Father's day was quiet this year, we had another bbq fhe night before as Liams mate visited and then we spoilt hkm the next day with some gifts and a meal he liked in the evening. 

Last weekend we took a trip to Hever Castle, a place that I have never been to before but one that we definitely will visit again. It was a 1940s event when we visited so we also have the added bonus of seeing a spitfire, learning about some rifles and watching so 1940's lindy hop dancing.

We have ended the month with a trip to the beach where Liam taught Lils how to body board, Olivia paddled and we just enjoyed so quality time together. 

We have been taking full advantage of the weather but hiding when it has got a little too hot, we've been keeping cool with ice creams, fans running and enjoying the shade in the garden.

How has you June been?

Victoria x

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