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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Days Out and Attractions/Events, London, Reviews · June 13, 2019

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie – Apollo Theatre, London Review

Disclosure: We were invited to see this show for the purpose of this post however all opinions are my own.

A few weeks ago Lauren and I went to a press night of Everybody’s Talking About Jamie at the Apollo Theatre in London to welcome the new stars of the show Faye Tozer from Steps and Bianca Del Rio from Rupaul’s Drag Race. Before the show I didn’t know much about it, just that it had won awards and that everyone who had seen it raved about it. I couldn’t wait for the performance to begin.

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie follows the title character through his final year at school. He’s working out what he wants to do in life, who he wants to be and where his future should be taking him whilst juggling school and home life.

Everybody's Talking About Jamie - Apollo Theatre, London Review

Through the story we learn that Jamie is gay and he also wants to be a drag queen when he leaves school. Despite that, the show isn’t as flamboyant as you would imagine. It definitely has some very camp moments but it has a story which is so real and full of emotion too.

Jamie starts creating his drag queen persona and that, along with his sexuality, bring him a lot of abuse and ridicule from his peers at school, teachers and even his own father.

Thankfully, Jamie has one friend who loves him unconditionally, accepts him for everything that he is and champions everything that he wants to be and accomplish in life. His mother and her best friend are a constant in Jamie’s life and their relationships portrayed on stage were so emotive and heartfelt. Some songs brought tears to my eyes and we felt like we were there with Jamie and those closest to him on every step of his journey.

Everybody's Talking About Jamie - Apollo Theatre, London Review

Some scenes in Everybody’s Talking About Jamie were hard to watch because they were sadly so true to life. So many people face oppression when trying to be themselves and stand up for what they believe in, especially through their school years. It showed how horrendous formative years at school can be. But, it also showed that anyone can be anything they want to be if given the opportunity and a little support along the way.

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie was full of song from start to finish and Jamie had the most incredible voice. He could also walk in heels better than any woman I have ever seen! The show kept the whole audience enthralled from start to finish and the grand finale had everyone up out of their seats.

Everybody's Talking About Jamie - Apollo Theatre, London Review

The one thing that stayed with me long after watching Everybody’s Talking About Jamie was the thought that we are all a little bit of Jamie at some point in our lives. We may not all have aspirations to dress up as the opposite sex or perform on stage but I’m sure many of us have experienced tough times, have really needed a friend at some point and have all pushed away the people closest to us.

Everybody’s Talking About Jamie isn’t just a story about coming of age and sexuality. It’s a story about relationships, about self discovery and about standing up for what you believe in. It had such powerful messages throughout that I know it will stay with me forever and I am sure it’s one of the best shows I have ever seen – if not the best.

Everybody's Talking About Jamie - Apollo Theatre, London Review

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