And just like that, Christmas is here! Our tree is And just like that, Christmas is here! Our tree is up, the Santa hats are out and the first doors on our advent calendars are open.

I love this time of year. It is my favourite. And it’s one of the few times still full of magic even as an adult. I’m going to be soaking up every minute of joy the next few weeks bring and I hope December is full of moments of joy for you too.

Happy December! 🎄
AD | Christmas has arrived at @thelexiconbracknell AD | Christmas has arrived at @thelexiconbracknell and there’s so much to entertain the whole family whilst you do your Christmas shopping! 

Visit The Lexicon Glow Room for a magical light experience that will dazzle you with 20,000 LEDs. It feels like the room goes on forever! Then, take a dip in the Light Pool, a magical ball pool with golden balls to be found and prizes to be won!

If that wasn’t all, have a photo in the giant Christmas bauble ‘sparkling selfie station’ and follow the Twinkle Trail, spotting baubles in shop windows to collect the clues and enter to win fabulous prizes this Christmas. Plus, share your sparkling selfie station pictures, tagging #thelexiconbracknell or email them to marketing@thelexiconbracknell.com and you will automatically be entered in a competition for the chance to win a restaurant gift card too. 

There are also special performances from local choirs, bands and singers and even the chance to meet Bluey, Hey Duggee and Chase from Paw Patrol! You can be sure that a trip to The Lexicon will have something for everyone over the festive season this year. We loved our visit to The Lexicon last weekend and know we’ll be back again before Christmas!

Find out more on @thelexiconbracknell website.

#TheLexiconBracknell #Merry&Bright
AD - Press Trip | What a lovely evening that was! AD - Press Trip | What a lovely evening that was! We had our first Glow Marwell experience tonight - and we loved it. It may even be the best light trail we have been to.

We spent well over two hours at @marwellzoo, enjoying the light installations, indulging in the food stalls and cafe, toasting marshmallows and even meeting Father Christmas! 

Glow Marwell was such a nice way to kick off the festive season - and it’s on all the way through December! If you’re looking for a really nice festive activity the whole family can enjoy, this could definitely be it!
AD | Are you looking for gifts for the grandparent AD | Are you looking for gifts for the grandparents this year? @famileo_uk is a wonderful gift, giving the recipient a personalised gazette of family news regularly throughout the year - and it costs from just £5.99 a month. 

Multiple family members can use the same subscription, all posting messages to be added to one gazette - and sharing the cost of the subscription too! It’s great for parents, siblings and children to all share their news with grandparents each week, fortnight or month. 

We’ve been sending my dad Family gazettes for a while now and he absolutely loves them. It means we tell him all the little things that are happening and not just the big news you remember to mention in phone calls. The children get to upload their own messages to their grandad and it’s definitely made them feel closer, building a stronger relationship despite living far apart.

Find out more about Family over on the blog - link in bio - and buy a subscription for your nearest and dearest this Christmas. It’s a gift they will definitely love to receive.
Two weeks of Fred & George! I won’t be doing the Two weeks of Fred & George! I won’t be doing these updates every week but I like having somewhere to put all these photos!

They’re now three months old, super loving and happy, making biscuits and purring constantly.

They stay in ‘their’ room overnight but explore the house during the day, getting more confident as time passes. They even got to the point of relaxing on the sofa with us last night.

Fred & George are now very much part of our family and I can’t imagine them not being there now - even at 7am when they’re miaowing at the door for breakfast!
AD | Stuck for screen-free entertainment that your AD | Stuck for screen-free entertainment that your kids will love? Claim your FREE Banjo Robinson activity pack today!
 
Reading for pleasure is a key indicator of a child’s future success, but if your child doesn’t love to read, what can you do? We know it’s not always easy keeping kids entertained and away from screens, so we’ve partnered with the award-winning @banjorobinson to gift you a FREE activity pack, worth £9.99.

Here’s a little look at the Banjo Robinson subscription - Troy loves it! Travelling to world with Banjo is so much fun! You can read our full review over on the blog and claim your free activity pack too - link in profile.
A whole week of Fred & George. We weren’t meant A whole week of Fred & George.

We weren’t meant to get more cats just yet but sometimes the universe sends you things when you don’t expect them.

These little guys needed a home and a family to love them. And we had a home and a lot of love to give. We still miss Leia but this pair are definitely helping make me feel whole again.

They are both used to us now, and love us. They’re less nervous, give us cuddles and let us pick them up. They’re still living in our spare room but starting to explore the rest of the house under supervision. 

They play fight constant. Love toys, especially a crinkly feather thing on a string attached to a stick, and love being up high. They are an awesome pair and we are so glad to have them.

Thank you @millbrook_rspca @rspca_official for trusting us with ‘Lonestar and Starfish’. We could not love them more. 

#catsofinstagram #catstagram #catsofig #catsofinsta #catlovers #adoptdontshop #rspcarescuecat #kittensofinstagram #kittens_of_instagram
[AD - Press Trip] I’ve just finished writing abo [AD - Press Trip] I’ve just finished writing about our half term break at @pottersresort and it’s over on the blog if you want to go have a read.

I wanted to put some of my favourite photos on the grid too as the kids did so many fun activities - they had THE best time. 

Giant swing, segways, climbing, archery, laser clays… there was so much to do that we couldn’t fit it all in - we need another trip!
And there ends our October half term - well, apart And there ends our October half term - well, apart from Troy who has a bonus week off!

This half term has been pretty lovely. Troy had his school residential the first weekend and then we had a really lovely few days in Norfolk before heading home and picking up two new members of our family - Fred and George. 11 week old rescue kittens who have pretty much stolen our hearts.

It’s been so nice to have a chunk of quality time with this pair and now I’m looking forward to the Christmas holidays. These two are the best company and I really do live for the school holidays. 

How has your half term been?
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6 Thoughtful Mother’s Day Gifts Any Mom Would Love | AD

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Mother’s Day gifts are a great way to show a dear mom how much you love her and appreciate everything she does for you day in and day out. That’s why gifts for mum in London should always come from the heart and convey a personal message.

In this article, we will describe thoughtful gift ideas, with which you are guaranteed to make your mom smile.

Mother’s Day: What It Is And Why It Is Celebrated

The celebration of maternal virtues is not a new idea, it dates centuries back. Ancient Greeks, for example, they paid homage to Rhea, the goddess of earth and fertility, during spring festivals. British had “Mothering Day,” the tradition of which began in the Middle Ages. Later, on this day in spring, children in the service of wealthy families were allowed to return to their mothers. As a small gift, they brought them flowers picked on the way.

Over the centuries, the spread of the Mother’s Day idea became unstoppable. Adopted by the Americans, this new tradition quickly spread to the UK, Norway, Sweden, Austria, Germany, and other countries.

6 Thoughtful Gifts Any Mother Might Like

If you struggle with gift choices, we are here for you. Below are 6 gift ideas that you can use to make this year’s Mother’s Day truly special.

Mono Bouquets

Flowers are probably the most common gift on Mother’s Day. We have listed for you the flowers to create a mono bouquet from and their symbolism:

  • Roses. The classic among flowers and throughout the year the most popular cut flower. A suitable color for Mother’s Day is, for example, orange – the color of warmth, happiness, and hope. Yellow is also a good choice as it represents appreciation, gratitude, and joy.
  • Orchids. These flowers look elegant and symbolize admiration and wisdom.
  • Gerberas. Choosing these in yellow or a bright spring color expresses affection and friendship.
  • Tulips. In a sunny yellow they awaken spring feelings, love of life, and cheerfulness. If you choose them in white, tulips represent eternal love – in this case, between mother and child.

But probably the most suitable for Mother’s Day are lilies because they stand for beauty, purity, respect, and love.

Flowers in a Box

If you want to give your mother a unique and at the same time eye-catching gift, you should go for a flower box. In addition to fresh blooms, such a box can contain chocolates or a bottle of nice wine.

What is important, the box will delight with its unique design – it is usually hand-decorated and has a unique personalization. With this gift, you can easily convey the most important wishes or thanks. They can take any form – serious or humorous.

Gift Baskets And Sets

Lovingly crafted Mother’s Day gift baskets combine all the things a beautiful gift needs. It can be a thoughtful gift with delicious contents that will make any mouth water or high-quality products that every mom will find useful. All decorated together in magical packaging, it conveys your love and says that you appreciate your mother and everything she has done for you.

Inflatable Balloons

Balloons are a traditional decoration for birthdays, parties, weddings, baptisms, business openings, anniversaries, or any other event. But how about making it a proper gift for Mother’s Day?

Nowadays, balloons come in all kinds of shapes and designs so anyone can find something suitable. You can get one big balloon with “Thank You, Mom” written on it or get a bunch of smaller ones that convey the message you want.

Fruit Baskets

The fruit baskets are a real classic among Mother’s Day gifts. Its robust design makes it just perfect for taking a nice walk through the market and buying an apple or two here and there. You can fill such a basket yourself or find options created by a professional, the choice is up to you. This is definitely a more original gift.

Moreover, perhaps the recipient wanted to buy fruit baskets or is simply happy to have a basket that provides excellent decoration.

Sweet Bouquets

Sweet bouquets are another delightful gift. This edible bouquet of fruit (sometimes with chocolate coating), candies and other sweets delights not only the eyes but also the stomach. Most often you can order sweet bouquets online and the courier will deliver them wherever you want, by choosing the date and time.

These bouquets are an original gift for any occasion, especially suitable for Mother’s Day. Give a sweet bouquet to your mom and please her with a gift that looks, smells, and tastes beautiful.

FAQ:

  • What Should I Buy My Mom To Make Her Happy?

Any woman will be glad to receive a beautiful bouquet of flowers. But Mother’s Day gifts should surprise and bring joy to your mom, and only you know what exactly that could be. Use the gift ideas described above for inspiration.

  • How Can I Make Mother’s Day Extra Special?

Spend the whole day with your mother. Go with her to the theater or a nice restaurant.

  • How Can I Show Kindness To My Mother?

On Mother’s Day any attention, even a single flower, can show your mother that you appreciate her.

  • What Is A Mommy Push Gift?

A push gift is a present that marks the occasion of a mother giving birth to her child.

  • How Do I Make My Mom Feel Appreciated?

A thoughtful gift and kind works are the best way to make any mother feel appreciated.

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