A pocket of my life

February actually went by in a flash for me, we had so much going on I don't feel like I stopped. There has been parties, half term and work being crazy busy too, I feel like I need another half term to refresh. Our month started quite slow with just school, the girls clubs and meeting family, but once Valenitnes hit the month went full speed. We had a lovely chilled Valentimes, I got the girls some small gifts and me and Liam shared gifts and a meal together at home, we watched a film and went to bed. The week after was half term which was lovely, I really enjoyed the time of and the time with the girls, we took some trips and had some time at home too. the week started woith a trip to the cinema to watch paddington in Peru, we took a trip to Sissinghurt Castle   and Olivia made her Rainbow promise on world thinking day. Then it was straight back into school and work and what a week it has been at work, its been a busy one for many reasons so I was glad that the w...

With half-term term officially starting next week I wanted to share a few ideas that don't break the bank. Trying to keep the kids occupied for a week can be tricky when they are out of routine but I am one of those Mums who loves these weeks, the time to have a slower week and make memories if possible.  1. Cinema: This may sound crazy but I have just got 3 tickets, 1 adult and 2 children for under £10 with ODEON Kids. Throw in a shop bag of popcorn or some of their favourite sweets then we have a morning planned.  2. Make a den: We love making dens in our house with mattresses on the floor with blanket and sheets for a roof. I try to make these as cosy as possible as sometimes they like to sleep in them too.  3. Baking: This is great in many ways, it's good bonding time, they are learning maths if you help them with weighing and you get a yummy treat at the end. We love baking from scratch with many  recipes  on my blog, but we also lov...