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.
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They See Me Rollin’ With CarShop GB
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
Are you curious about what questions to ask a newborn baby photographer when looking to book a newborn shoot? My trusted photographer friend Jess Wilkins has stopped by to bring you mamas some great advice in regards to questions you should ask when booking your precious angels first photoshoot...and if your anything like me this is… Continue reading
Decking The Halls
Fa la la la la la la... 'Tis the season folk and every year more in our home means every year more that we collect Christmas decorations, rearrange furniture and maybe add a gingerbread house to the "decking". This year is the first time I've found a wreath pretty enough to put up...and that was… Continue reading Decking The Halls
Thankgiving at The Cates ft Mortons Traditional Taste
Its that time of year again and you're debating continuously whether or not to put up the Christmas tree. For the English, I believe they start celebrating and prepping for Christmas the day after Halloween...well at least the retail world does. But hey wait...Thanksgiving is first for us Americans! I am not sure that the British… Continue reading Thankgiving at The Cates ft Mortons Traditional Taste
My Skin Care Collection: The Good and The Bad
I've been majorly sucking in the skincare department for far too long now and I've been trying my best to at least cleanse, tone and moisturise a few times a week. I love buying skincare but often forget to use it as often as I should. I always try new products and making sure I… Continue reading My Skin Care Collection: The Good and The Bad
I have to admit to not being particularly frequent with facials as being a new mom my time for skin care has been put on the back burner. But as my skin changes with motherhood, so will my skin care regime. I struggle for time mainly and to remind myself to take some time for… Continue reading
My slightly addictive skin loving breakfast... Granted if you have a nut allergy I apologise in advance as this isn't going to be a great recipe for you. This granola is my go to breakfast! Sure I love eggs & smoked salmon but this is the main stay of my weekday breakfast & we… Continue reading
Whether you’re a new mom or you’ve been momming hard for several years, we all have one thing in common — not enough time for ourselves. Plus, you’re probably more than a little tired. In your pre-mom days, you may have had an elaborate skin care routine to produce a perfect complexion, or had the… Continue reading
Pumpkin Patchin’ 🎃🎃🎃🎃
Last weekend we attended Hill Farm Shop just outside Norwich to do Weston’s first pumpkin patchin’ We captured a few pictures and made some lovely memories along the way. I invited a Photography friend of mine who is also American and has his own blog... http://a-story-from-dad.blogspot.co.uk His wonderful wife Jodie, who I made fast friends… Continue reading Pumpkin Patchin’ 🎃🎃🎃🎃
