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I Have Three Crushes

July 17, 2010

No, I’m not talking about me. Although, David Tennant’s Scottish accent is pretty cute. Ahem, but seriously, I’m recalling a conversation I had with my then seven-year-old daughter. I remember it clearly because it was a triumph moment for me as a mother. Flossie: Mum, I have three crushes. Now, just imagine me. I’m driving the car. At these words, my [...]

Be A Fun Mum Cards: Imagine . Inspire . Enjoy

June 16, 2010

I’m pleased to introduce the Be A Fun Mum Cards: Imagine . Inspire . Enjoy. My daughters and I brainstormed fun activities and positive rewards, and the end result is the Be A Fun Mum Cards. How to use the Be A Fun Mum Cards 1. Print, laminate, cut and place in a Glad Bag. Keep the cards in your [...]

We Play : Blu Tack

June 8, 2010

I discoverd Blue Tack Colour. It costs about $3 and is a fabulous moulding material. It’s less messy than play-dough and not sticky like clay. Blue Tack holds its shape and is easy to work with. The children I was with today (2-5 years) enjoyed this activity with little adult intervention. My older children loved it too! When you [...]

10 Mistakes

June 6, 2010

I was interested to read the recent post from Good Goog. Good Goog’s author, Zoey, quotes from an article on Lifescript titled, 10 Biggest Mistakes Parents Make. Here is the list I like to call the Guilt Trip List: Sharing a bed with baby. Putting your child to bed with milk or juice. Buying second-hand toys or baby [...]

Theme It : Babushka Dolls

June 5, 2010

What is so special about Babushka Dolls? Is it their cute shape or sweet faces? Is it the secret they hold inside or the various colour combinations they come in? To me, Babushka Dolls capture a lot about what’s simple, sweet and fun with a hint of intrigue. Read the doll’s history here. 1. Russian Dolls [...]

Guest Post : Reading

June 4, 2010

Many of us have wonderful childhood memories of being read to, and reading favourite books. I have a lasting memory of the pride I felt when I read a book in its entirety at the age of 6. It was called Mortimer K Saves the Day! [by R Gelman]. My love of books has been passed on [...]

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