In general, having a good life balance for me is not an evenly dispersed kind of thing but more like all-consuming-projects...like being a mother also means that taking a few hours for yourself is an important part of self care so you can care for your family. Something I could do better is managing my… Continue reading Serene Yoga Retreat with Lotus Flower Retreats at Titchwell Manor
Today I had a little photoshoot with my friend Rachel, whom I've met in the past from modeling. I have been looking at getting back into my "posing" swing...and get cracking on with my photography skills. Rachel was a star and was happy to be able to work with someone who is understands the look… Continue reading Fashion Edit- Vintage Groove City Jungle
Halloween is has come and gone but that doesn't mean you can't get planning...or use this for inspiration or help planning children's parties. I love a good spooky soirée, however this year I decide to do a Not-So-Scary get together for my son and his little friends! With each attended under 3 years old I… Continue reading How to Throw an Epic Kids Party
We all know that cleaning can be a bit of a drag...but it has the potential to be fun. With winter approaching it's important that you clean and dust any stuck in dust and dirty so that you can use your radiators safety. Ive had the pleasuring of being sent a "Andrée Jardin cleaning bundle"… Continue reading Autumn Cleaning
This year we thought we had to skip out on the romance to celebrate our Wedding Anniversary as my sons birthday falls nearby in the same week. We haven't had much ‘romantic’ time in the past year..or ever had a date since the birth of my son. As the flame burns quietly in the background… Continue reading
This past weekend was Weston's first birthday. Where has all this time gone? From squirmy wormy to toddling tot. As I wiped my burning teardrops...I asked myself...how do I keep my mind off thinking about how fast my little boy is growing? Put all my energy it planning a fun, engaging and epic 1st Birthday? Of… Continue reading The Ultimate 1st Birthday
Follow this link to read my guest blog post on Shellie Wall Photography's Blog. https://shelliewallphotography.co.uk/cake-smash-checklist-by-mama-cates/
I had an elective C-Section I studied the books. I learned how to breathe. I took all the courses that I might need. I had an elective C- Section I practiced Hypnobirthing. My lung clasped. A week in the hospital with tubes running out of my back. I had an elective C- Section Extreme anxiety… Continue reading April: Cesarean Awareness Month
Is it true what they say? Does it really take a village to raise a child? I am nearly 12 months into taking motherhood by the basket balls and just trying to do my best at raising our son. Today was one of those days were I just felt so alone in this. Blogging/Instagram has… Continue reading Expat Seclusion, Motherhood and The Real Nitty Gritty of Raising A Child Without a Village.
Last week we had a great opportunity to borrow an Audi Q3 S-line from The CarShop in Norwich, Norfolk for the week because our family is at the stage of wanting a second car after receiving my UK licence...WOO HOO! We had a great experience with Carshop, who is considered the best-used car retailer… Continue reading They See Me Rollin’ With CarShop GB
