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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Competitions · February 3, 2023

Conquering Shyness for Kids – and Win!

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Shyness can cause so many issues for kids and block them in so many ways.  Today’s guest post looks at this issue and offers tips to help a child conquer shyness.

Conquering Shyness for Kids

About Create Your Own Confidence 

Create Your Own Confidence is a new book by wellbeing author and children’s psychotherapist Becky Goddard-Hill. It is part of a series of wellbeing books for 6–12-year-olds designed to boost kids’ emotional health. 

The book contains 50 topics such as confident body language, accepting compliments and asking for help. Each topic is underpinned by science and research and includes an exciting activity for a child to put their learning into practice. 

Here is an extract around conquering shyness:

Feeling shy

Over 50% of people say they are shy. This means people are more likely to understand and support you if you explain that you are feeling shy because most likely they know how it feels.

How it works 

Scientists have discovered 15% of babies are born with a tendency toward shyness. Even if you were born shy though there are still things you can do to overcome it.

5 ways to overcome shyness

  1. Choose an affirmation (a positive statement) like ‘I can handle this’ and repeat it silently in your head when you feel shy. It will remind you that you are strong. 
  2. Wear a big smile – it helps others see past the fact you are blushing or quiet and lets them know you are  warm and friendly 
  3. Rehearse your opening line – Knowing what you are going to say first stops you feeling panicky
  4. Think about when you have been shy before but then had an amazing time and take that confidence that it will all be okay with you 
  5. Realize it is okay to feel awkward but do it anyway. Don’t let feeling shy stop you or you’ll never get past it. 

Activity  – so much more than shy 

Think of 10 positive words other people use to describe you (ask them if you struggle) words like funny, kind, friendly. 

Make a list of these words and keep it safe.

When you are facing a new situation and worry you might be shy, read this list beforehand – maybe even pop it in your pocket and take it with you. Remind yourself you are so much more than shy. 

Create your own confidence is out now

Conquering Shyness for Kids

I have teamed up with Becky to give away two fantastic books to one lucky reader – Create Your Own Confidence and Be Confident Be You. To be in with a chance of winning, just complete one or more entries on the Rafflecopter below. Good luck!

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Comments

  1. ashleigh says

    February 3, 2023 at 1:40 pm

    For my niece!

    Reply
  2. Margaret Gallagher says

    February 3, 2023 at 4:50 pm

    Love for my nephew

    Reply
  3. Leanne Baker says

    February 3, 2023 at 6:01 pm

    Because its sounds like some great books

    Reply
  4. Rebecca Sutton says

    February 3, 2023 at 9:00 pm

    My step daughter struggles with anxiety and her confidence is so low, she is getting support but maybe something like this may help too.

    Reply
  5. paula meadows says

    February 4, 2023 at 8:34 am

    I would like to win these for my daughter who works with young people

    Reply
  6. Adrian Bold says

    February 4, 2023 at 12:50 pm

    I’d like to win as they sound like books that could help my nephew.

    Reply
  7. MICHELLE O'NEILL says

    February 6, 2023 at 10:06 am

    for my granddaughter

    Reply
  8. Siobhan N says

    February 12, 2023 at 6:48 pm

    To use with a shy student that I teach

    Reply
  9. Lisa D says

    February 12, 2023 at 7:42 pm

    I’d love to win these books for my little cousins, one of whom is rather shy and lacking in self-confidence.

    Reply
  10. Elizabeth Hinds says

    February 12, 2023 at 11:55 pm

    My daughter really struggles with anxiety, I would love to win them for her 🙂

    Reply
  11. John Taggart says

    February 13, 2023 at 9:45 pm

    It would be a really useful book for my grandson

    Reply
  12. Wendy Lam-Vechi says

    February 17, 2023 at 11:49 pm

    My son has very little confidence. If I was to ask him something like “what is your favourite colour?” then he would ask me back “what is your favourite colour mummy?” and then repeat the colours I said. He hates not fitting in, scared to be different and scared to stand out. He has always been a follower in his class, never a leader and he spends a lot of time with the teachers rather than his classmates. So I would love to go through this book with him so he learn how be brave and ambitious

    Reply
  13. Jess Eccles says

    February 20, 2023 at 4:47 pm

    My daughter has been really struggling recently she has autism and is finding it really difficult to fit in and find friends would love to try help her build enough confidence to make friends

    Reply
  14. Troy Easton says

    February 23, 2023 at 8:53 pm

    I would love to win this book set so I could give this to my brother, he would love it.

    Reply
  15. Laura Whittle says

    February 24, 2023 at 9:42 am

    I have 2 daughters so would love to win for them. My youngest is usually full of confidence but is starting a new school soon and is starting to worry about not knowing anyone so these would be great. My other daughter is just a year older and really suffers with her confidence. She is very shy and a constant worrier. I really think these would be great for her too.

    Reply
  16. Rachel Butterworth says

    February 25, 2023 at 5:24 pm

    I would love to win this for my nephew. He starts secondary school later this year and struggles around new people.

    Reply
  17. Rich Tyler says

    February 26, 2023 at 11:34 pm

    For my 2 boys

    Reply
  18. Natalie Gillham says

    February 26, 2023 at 11:51 pm

    I think these would be great for my niece x

    Reply

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