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!
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!
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Blogger Behind the Blog · January 12, 2017

Blogger Behind the Blog {Steph’s Two Girls}

Here’s this week’s instalment of Blogger Behind the Blog where I interview a blogger all about their reasons for blogging and what it means to them. This week I’m joined by Steph from Steph’s Two Girls.

Blogger Behind the Blog {Steph's Two Girls}

Here’s Steph with what blogging means to her:

Where did your blog name come from? 

My blog name wasn’t very inspired sadly – it’s kind of obvious why I chose it. I’m Steph, and I have two girls!! 😀

When did you start your blog and why?

I started my blog in January 2010 after an appointment with a paediatrician where she told me our youngest daughter most probably was autistic.

What did you do before you blogged?

My main job before having children was a Buyer – of stationery, toys, baby products and homewares. I miss it but I love being able to spend so much time bringing my girls up. Now I fit work in around school hours, including some voluntary work, but my passion is running courses to help other parents of children with Pathological Demand Avoidance.

What was your first post?

It was about the shock diagnosis of autism.

What inspires you to blog?

My two girls, and what sort of life I can give them – the more understanding out there for both of them, the better. So my main goal is to educate, but I now also really appreciate the fact that I help others in a similar situation along the way too.

What post has had the best response, which post are you most proud of and which post did you enjoy writing the most?

My most read post is a one-off about making giant bubbles.

I’m most proud of my series of posts about other families who also have children with the same type of autism my girl has (PDA) – This Is Our PDA Story – and I’ve enjoyed writing all my review posts which have generally involved fun for me and/or the girls!

Have any of your posts not had the response that you expected?

I never really expected any response to my posts, so I’m always just quietly pleased if I know people have been reading them

Where do you see your blog in a year’s time?

Probably more of the same, as I just don’t have time to change much – I know what I need to do, but no time to do it!

What is your favourite thing about blogging?

The network, the community – other bloggers who understand, in short.

…and your least favourite?

The competitive side that seems to have crept in from others. I’m just not like that.

What’s the best blog post you have ever read?

Honestly? My brain is like a sieve so nothing sticks in there since having children 😉

What blog do you love to read and why?

Soooo many! Top favourites have to be those that make me laugh – Northern Mum and Hurrah for Gin – and all those from other families with children with additional needs who face some of the same challenges we do, too many of them to mention. It helps us to feel less alone.

Do you do anything differently now to when you started blogging?

I think about it more…. but have less time to act on those thoughts!

Is blogging what you expected it to be?

Again, I never expected anything, it was a personal diary for me at the start. So I guess it’s become so much more than that – and a hard habit to break now.

What’s been your favourite blog collaboration to date?

Soooo many. Warner Bros and the Harry Potter tour is one that springs to mind, but there’s probably nothing I’ve enjoyed more than seeing both my girls have fun at Center Parcs.

Are there any brands you would love to work with, why?

Center Parcs again, and again.

Have you had any blogging fails so far?

Probably just not being techie enough to know how to do the fancy stuff which might attract or keep more readers!

What is your biggest blogging hope, dream or ambition?

To find someone to collaborate with our our house renovation project – so much potential out there, but again, so little time to harness it.

What do you do when you’re not blogging?

Run around after my girls. As from September, I aim to get fit so my next plan is to find a good dance class if I can squeeze it in between girls and work. Would love to do more indoor skiing too.

and lastly, tell us all a random fact about yourself

I lived on an oil tanker in the Bahamas for 6 months when I was 9 years old. Oh to be that young and carefree again!

Blogger Behind the Blog {Steph's Two Girls}

Now that you know all about Steph from Steph’s Two Girls, make sure you go and read her blog. You can follow her on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram – thanks so much Steph for being involved!

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Comments

  1. Steph Curtis says

    January 12, 2017 at 11:40 am

    Oooh look, it’s me! And my beautiful two babies *not biased at all*. Thanks for this, it’s lovely to have somewhere to remind me why I’m doing it all! 🙂

    Reply
  2. A Cornish Mum says

    January 14, 2017 at 12:27 am

    I really do think that one of the best bits about blogging is the experiences it gives our children 🙂 Lovely interview.

    Stevie x

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