I always have a lot of questions about accommodati I always have a lot of questions about accommodation when we stay anywhere as a family so I thought I’d share this little tour of our room at @windjammerlanding which was a pretty perfect place to stay.

It’s the ‘Ocean View Two Bedroom’ which was like a little house, with an upstairs and downstairs, built into the hillside. Both rooms had outdoor space and their own shower rooms. Such a great option for a family.
A little photo dump from our holiday in St Lucia. A little photo dump from our holiday in St Lucia. We’ve been back a few days now but still miss the heat, the food, the pool, the constant sounds of wildlife and the lovely people. It was such a great holiday and I’m sure we’ll be back one day.
And just like that, Athena is 12! What a joy it is And just like that, Athena is 12! What a joy it is watching her grow and what a wonderful young woman she is becoming. We could not be more proud. Love you Pickle, have a great birthday.
We’ve just got back from two glorious weeks in S We’ve just got back from two glorious weeks in St Lucia staying at @windjammerlanding and it was just the holiday we needed. Two weeks of sunshine and relaxation in what must be one of the most beautiful islands in the world. 

We can’t wait to go back again in the future. Here’s just a little snippet of our trip.
AD - Press Tickets | We had such a nice day at @na AD - Press Tickets | We had such a nice day at @national_motor_museum despite the rain! The children loved the Little Beaulieu play area and we loved exploring the National Motor Museum and Top Gear exhibit before having a ride on the monorail! We went on an old open topped bus, explored the Beaulieu Manor House and loved the gardens. 
Beaulieu is always a great day out - whatever the weather. This summer they have a whole ‘Summer of Fun’ planned, with activities most days - parades, bird shows and hundreds of sculptures within the grounds too. If you’re looking for a day out this summer definitely think about heading to Beaulieu.
AD - Press Tickets | Tonight we took the kids to t AD - Press Tickets | Tonight we took the kids to their first concert - but it was so much more than just a concert! @abbavoyage is incredible. With CGI ABBA and a live band, it’s like being at an ABBA concert 40 years ago but with modern lighting, effects and sound. ABBA look and sound real, it’s a mind blowing experience.
The set includes all the songs you know and love as well as a few less familiar ones.
You can’t take photos during the show which actually made a refreshing change. A whole arena focused purely on the show and soaking up the moment. It’s definitely something the four of us will always remember.
Now, I’m off to sing Dancing Queen all the way home.
AD - Press Trip | We had such a great day at @phdo AD - Press Trip | We had such a great day at @phdockyard today. They have a fantastic Ultimate Explorer ticket that lets you visit all the attractions as many times as you like for 12 months - and after a day at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard we can see that you need more than one day to really do everything!

We explored HMS Warrior, HMS Victory and the Mary Rose Exhibition - which is incredible! We also saw where ships are built and restored and spent time in Action Stations where the kids climbed and did an assault course.

Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is such a fun, educational day out with something for all ages - we can’t wait to go on their harbour tours next time we visit!
AD | WIN!! Would you love to win a holiday? To cel AD | WIN!! Would you love to win a holiday? To celebrate #100YearOfARoads National Highways have launched their #ARoadsToSummer competition! It's all about celebrating summer holiday moments, time together, fun in the sun, days out and more.

So why not be in it to win it? To enter, all you have to do is send @nationalhways a DM on here with a photo or video of your favourite holiday moments. You can also comment on their Facebook or Twitter #ARoadsToSummer posts with your holiday photos. I've shared a few of our favourite photos to give you some inspiration.

The best six entries will each win a £500 @nationaltrust holidays voucher! SO what are you waiting for? Dig out your favourite holiday photos or take some new ones to share!

The #ARoadsToSummer competition runs from 24 July to 10 September 2023. Winners will be announced in September 2023.

Good luck!
Oh these two! Every day I feel lucky to have them. Oh these two! Every day I feel lucky to have them. As school draws to a close at lunchtime, I’m looking forward to a whole summer with them. My favourite people.

They’ve both had a great year at school this year. Troy’s first without his sister by his side and Athena’s first at secondary school. 

They both had great reports, always did their best and have made some really lovely new friends this year. I could not be more proud of them.

Now, let’s go and enjoy the next six weeks before school starts all over again!
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Guest Posts · April 7, 2017

6 Top Tips to Make Co-Parenting Work | AD

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After a separation, co-parenting and being forced to raise the children in two different homes can often leave you struggling to manage a complicated situation. Don’t worry, it’s possible to continue to be a great parent, all while ensuring the well-being of the children, as well as avoiding a breakdown.

6 Top Tips to Make Co-Parenting Work

Here’s six ways to make co-parenting with your ex a success:

1. Remain in the same town

Deciding to co-parent with your ex is the best option for your kids, who need to see their two parents getting along in order to grow up happy and confident. However, living in two houses usually involves switching homes every few days/week and spending a fair bit of time in transit. It’s important, therefore, that you and your ex remain in the same town, or at least nearby.

Children need stability, and maintaining their regular routines and habits – their school, friends, extracurricular activities – will help them to feel secure, as well as to better accept their new situation.

Living nearby will also allow your kids to enjoy interesting and fun activities, rather than spending most of their time in the car. Additionally, living close to your co-parent means that you won’t waste so much money on things like petrol or bus tickets.

2. Make a co-parenting plan

Depending on your children’s ages and personalities, you need to make an agreement with your co- parent about how to organise shared custody. It could be a week with Mum and a week with Dad, or two days with Mum, two days with Dad and then alternate the weekends with Mum or Dad. Your children need consistency. Therefore, their schedule needs to remain the same every week. It also must be adjusted from time to time when the kids grow up and their needs change.

3. The rules should be consistent

Living in two different houses doesn’t mean that the rules are going to change. Keep the routine as it was before the separation with your ex. If you need to make some readjustments, that's fine. Just be sure to agree on a common set of rules for the two households with your co-parent. As mentioned above, children need structure and a routine. Bedtime, mealtimes, when to do their homework and when they can watch TV, as well as what chores they are expected to do: the rules need to remain the same, regardless of whether they are living with Mum or Dad.

4. Don’t suffer in silence

Co-parenting after a separation or a divorce is complicated. There might be unresolved issues and feelings between you and your co-parent. However, for the well-being of your children, you should always keep your resentment to yourself and never show it to your children. Instead, talk about your emotions with your friends or a therapist, someone you feel confident opening up to. For your children’s welfare, it’s vital that you feel better and free yourself of any anger or bitterness.

6 Top Tips to Make Co-Parenting Work

5. Try to understand things from your co-parent’s perspective

After all the hurt and frustration that led to your separation, it’s sometimes hard to understand things from your ex’s point of view. Unfortunately, this lack of comprehension can create tension and anger. Try to put yourself in your co-parent’s shoes in order to better understand their own feelings. They might be suffering from the absence of their kids too.

Communicate directly with him or her whenever you can, mainly about the children, but also about other stuff. Your kids will be pleased to see that their two parents are capable of having a discussion without screaming at each other. Don’t forget that you are their role models.

6. Update and share as much as you can

With your children spending half of their time or so with your ex, you might feel that you’re missing out on a lot of things. Your co-parent probably feels the same. It’s important that you keep seeing each other regularly to talk about what's going on in your children’s lives, for instance, school, their achievements or any problems that they may be having.

Also, why not take some pictures of things you do with the kids and then send them on to your co- parent? You will both feel more involved in their lives, which is important for your kids’ welfare. They need to feel loved and secure.

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  1. Karen, the next best thing to mummy says

    April 7, 2017 at 5:56 pm

    I have written on absent parents, as a way of sharing my experience of divorce and re marriage as far as children go

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