One of the things we really like to do as a family at Christmas is to spend time with each other. Each year at the end of term I like to organise a few ‘surprise’ outings for the kids that we can all enjoy. So this weekend saw us heading […]
How to Host a Dinner Party with No Stress
Published on :I’m lucky to have lots of great people people in my life, but I know I’m guilty of not prioritising time for them. But honestly, even a phone call with a friend brings more happiness than anything I could buy. And whilst I enjoy eating out with friends, I always […]
The Seuss Spirit Comes to Fort Kinnaird
Published on :Watching a Christmas Movie has to rate as one of the top activities of the holiday season. It’s an excuse to get teary, feel good, and something that all the family can enjoy. The Grinch, is a festive animation based on the Dr Seuss book ‘How the Grinch stole Christmas.’ It’s not always easy […]
Celebrate Christmas with Rare Birds Book Club
Published on :My discovery of the season has to be the Rare Birds Book Club. It’s essentially the joy of a independent bookstore combined with the convenience of online shopping – with a sprinkling of sass thrown in for good measure. After subscribing, members get a surprise book through their letter box at […]
Visiting Santa at The Centre Livingston 2018
Published on :Throughout the year as you know, we’ve headed over to The Centre Livingston for various family days out – so recently we returned for a spot of Christmas shopping but also to drop in to see Santa. As we walked through The Centre, the kids saw the big Christmas tree […]
Have a Plastic-Free Christmas in Edinburgh
Published on :How are you feeling about plastic this Christmas? I think many of us are feeling a bit uncomfortable with not only the plastic many kids toys are made up, but also the amount of packing they come in, the huge boxes they’re sent it… and that doesn’t even include the […]
Motown the musical – Edinburgh’s answer to winter blues
Published on :Just as winter has come to Edinburgh, this lively jukebox musical has arrived at the Playhouse to brighten the long nights and warm our souls with a huge range of Motown hits and dazzling dancing. The show tells the story behind the Motown record label, founded by Berry Gordy in […]
Cupcake Class with Stella Pumpkin
Published on :Always looking for an opportunity to try something new, over the October break I took the kids to a cupcake decorating class run by the fabulous Jennifer – of Stella Pumpkin. This particular class was held at The Wishing Tree Play Café, and was aimed at 3+ so perfect for […]
5 Ideas for Birthday Gifts
Published on :October seems to be the month of birthdays amongst our families and friends. It can be hard to think of things that they don’t already own and won’t simply become ‘land fill.’ An obvious idea is to give ‘experiences’ rather than material gifts – perhaps a voucher for a meal […]
50 Things To Do With Kids in Edinburgh this Autumn
Published on :With the October break now here, I thought I’d share a few of our favourite things to do now that the leaves have truly turned! Not everything is within the city boundaries but it’s always nice to venture a little further afield. Whilst the weather in Edinburgh may be a […]