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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Clothing, Footwear and Accessories - Childrens, Reviews · August 21, 2017

Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann | AD

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Each year, as the children get older, we start to think of them going back to school and I think it’s only natural, as parents, to prepare, plan and get things ready just to make life as easy as possible. But this year our back to school plans take on a whole new emphasis as in September Little Man starts school for the first time.

Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann

We have already started getting uniform for him, knowing he won’t grow a huge amount in the next few weeks before school starts. He’s inherited LP’s school jumpers as she much prefers cardigans and Deichmann sent both Little Man and LP new school shoes to finish off their back to school wardrobes.

Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann

I can’t believe how smart they both look – in matching uniform, side by side. Little Man cannot wait to follow in his sister’s footsteps and his new shoes really do complete his uniform perfectly. I was worried that school shoes for him would be too grown up, with laces or a really formal feel to them. But, his new shoes are perfect for his age – they are made of real leather but have velcro straps so he can be independent, taking them off and putting them on by himself – something so important for any child starting school.

Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann
Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann

They’ll also be easy to wipe clean and look like they’ll stand up to the test of time with a four year old starting school – they’re well made, solid but comfortable. He was happy to run around the garden in them, climbing and jumping everywhere. They’re the perfect shoes to ease him into school.

Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann
Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann

LP is going into Year 2 in September and now, after two years at school, she is hardly recognisable from the tiny dot of a girl who put her uniform on for the very first time. She now knows her own tastes – and will always prefer to wear a dress to school than a skirt, and loves summer dresses more than pinafores. But, her taste in shoes has stayed the same throughout the last two years.

Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann
Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann
Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann

Her new Deichmann shoes suit her perfectly, with velcro straps with cute little flowers on them. They are just girly enough to please her but look both smart and comfortable. She’ll be able to wear them through the seasons and they’ll fit with both socks and tights. They really are lovely school shoes – not looking too grown up, having a traditional feel but keeping a young girl happy.

Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann
Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann

LP and Little Man are all set for September and they are so excited to be going to school together for the first time. For me, I’m just glad we’re organised this year and that Deichmann helped complete the children’s school uniform.

Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann

If you’re still organising school uniform for September, Deichmann shoes are all real leather, they have a great range of styles and they have a fantastic Buy One Get One Half Price offer on – perfect when you have siblings to buy for!

Preparing for Back to School with Deichmann

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  1. Janine Dolan says

    August 21, 2017 at 9:39 am

    I love Deichmann shoes. How can I not, being a German company. 😉
    I always end up buying shoes for the whole family there using a UK address.

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  2. Karen, the next best thing to mummy says

    August 21, 2017 at 6:06 pm

    Your children do look very smart you must be proud!

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