AD - Press Trip | I had such a great weekend at @p AD - Press Trip | I had such a great weekend at @pottersresortsfivelakes with @slwilson84. It was an action packed three nights with a full activity and entertainment programme, great food, lovely drinks and beautiful surroundings. 

The staff go above and beyond to make everyone feel at home and they ensure that everyone has the best time possible. I don’t think I stopped smiling all weekend.

The best thing about Potters holidays is that everything is included in the price you pay. Four meals a day, all your drinks - including wine, Prosecco, most spirits and soft drinks - great accommodation and so many activities. 

I’ll write a full review soon but for now here’s a little Reel of our weekend
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!
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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!
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School · September 18, 2016

And So It Begins {The Ordinary Moments}

I knew this day was coming but I didn’t think it would come round so soon. I spent the whole summer focusing on 10th October, my Birthday, the day Little Man would start preschool but, at the start of September, when we had his school home visit, I was told they’d got the dates wrong.

Little Man starts preschool tomorrow and it is such a big thing. It’s the start of my last baby’s school days, it’s his first experience of proper childcare and it’s the first time I’ll be without a child by my side every day of the week since LP was born.

I was hoping for a few more weeks of adventures, weeks where Little Man and I could go on play dates, see friends and go to new places. But, the time has come for Little Man’s very own new adventure to begin.

Tomorrow Little Man will go to preschool, his backpack holding a change of clothes, his water bottle with his name on and a pair of wellies to keep at school ready for the mud and rain.

We’ll go to the same place we went to with LP when she started preschool and instead of waiting patiently at the door, this time Little Man will be stepping over the threshold into a whole new world – one that I have no doubt he will thrive in, full of lovely teachers, new friends and so much to learn.

Little Man will no longer be the one left behind with Mummy, he’ll be the one trying new things, playing with different toys and having his own little adventures each day. Preschool will be his time and he is very much ready for it.

So tomorrow, we’ll wave LP off at the school door and walk round the corner to preschool where Little Man will hang his coat on his peg, put his name on the board and give me that last big hug before going off to play.

And me? I’ll get used to my own new routine – dedicated time to go to the gym, to blog and to sit in coffee shops with my laptop, watching the world go by. Until midday, when I can have my little sidekick by my side again.

And So It Begins {The Ordinary Moments}

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  1. Laura's Lovely Blog says

    September 18, 2016 at 9:27 am

    Aww I hope he loves it. We decided to send Aria early for two mornings per week and she started a couple of weeks ago, she loves it, but like you I have always had someone by my side and it takes some getting used to. But you do get things done in that time and every time I pick her up she runs at me with the biggest grin and that’s magic 🙂

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  2. Emma Plus Three says

    September 18, 2016 at 11:32 am

    Good luck! I hope he enjoys it. My littlest is at preschool and although there are usually a lot of tears when I leave her, she always has a great time there and can’t wait to tell me all about it x

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  3. Laura @ Little Ladies Big World says

    September 18, 2016 at 12:55 pm

    Ah I hope it all goes well and he enjoys his first day. I am sure it will take some adjusting but a hot coffee and some time to watch the world go by sounds amazing!

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  4. Laura - dear bear and beany says

    September 18, 2016 at 6:50 pm

    Oh Donna this is such a big moment for you. I bet you can’t remember a time where you didn’t have a little person with you. I hope Little Man is excited for his next adventure. Enjoy your time and that hot coffee x

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  5. V says

    September 18, 2016 at 7:31 pm

    Aww good luck to you both!

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  6. Kim Carberry says

    September 18, 2016 at 8:02 pm

    Aww! I hope he settles in well at preschool. It’s such a big moment.
    Good luck x

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  7. Emma - Life According to MrsShilts says

    September 18, 2016 at 10:12 pm

    Aww good luck T, I hope he loves it Donna. Can’t wait to hear how he gets on xx

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  8. Katie @mummydaddyme says

    September 18, 2016 at 10:34 pm

    Such a big step for you both and it must feel weird knowing this is the start of your last baby’s school journey. I am sure he will absolutely love preschool and although you will miss him terribly, I am sure you will enjoy having bit of time to yourself before you are reunited together again. xx

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  9. Plutonium Sox says

    September 18, 2016 at 10:34 pm

    Aw bless him, I hope tomorrow goes fabulously for him, I’m sure it will. And I hope you enjoy the extra time to yourself.
    Nat.x

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  10. Emma T says

    September 19, 2016 at 10:31 am

    Hope it’s gone well and he has a great time. I’d love to have that time free, but it feels strange to be doing stuff. I’ve got a half day flexi leave to take – usually I’d try and get them so they’re in school holidays, but this one is random…and I’m not sure what I’ll do having time off without N.

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  11. Caro | The Twinkle Diaries says

    September 19, 2016 at 2:18 pm

    I hope it went well and he had a lovely time Donna! My boys love pre-school — I’ve got them at home on a Monday and they can’t wait for Tuesdays when they’re back there!!! 😉

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