A Family Day Out to Holyrood Palace
I’m ashamed to say that despite living in Edinburgh for almost ten years now, I had failed to visit Holyrood Palace until now. However, with… Read More »A Family Day Out to Holyrood Palace
Laura Crichton
Söderberg Jazz Festival
Sometimes in life, it really is good to try new things. To take the opportunities to form memories rather than staying in comfortable routine. Which… Read More »Söderberg Jazz Festival
What Should Education Look Like?
Over the last month or so we’ve had to make some very difficult decisions about Thomas’ nursery care. We had been really happy with the care provided, but when management announced a number of major changes we really had to re-assess whether it was the right place for him.
We were incredibly saddened that ultimately, the nursery appeared not to be listening to it’s own staff. Which gave us little confidence that they would bother listening to parents either. Everything just really seemed to lack common sense and has left us feeling really quite sad about the whole thing.
Thomas really adores the people who look after him and they provide excellent care. But we came to realise that no matter how well intentioned those people are, there’s just no way they could continue that level of care in the environment the management are attempting to introduce.Read More »What Should Education Look Like?
Family Activity Day at The Queen’s Gallery
We’re incredibly lucky to live in a city with such a varied program of events for children. This weekend is of course, no exception to that. I think it’s always good to try new things and embark on different adventures. Somehow we’ve never been to The Queen’s Gallery before so this one really caught my eye.
If you’re free on Saturday afternoon why not head to the Family Activity day at Holyrood Palace? Read More »Family Activity Day at The Queen’s Gallery
The Perfect Gift for Father’s Day
In the UK, Father’s Day is rapidly approaching so once again, I’m faced with the question – what do you get the person who has… Read More »The Perfect Gift for Father’s Day
Review: Messy Me High Chair Cushions
Anyone who knows me well will be aware that I’m a little fussy about what we have in our house. I’m not a massive fan… Read More »Review: Messy Me High Chair Cushions
Review and Giveaway: The Saviour To Kid’s Music
If you follow me on Instagram at all, you’ll know that we recently embarked on an epic road trip South. Usually, we’d just fly down to Gatwick but for some reason we thought it would be fun to drive.
It will be no surprise this was successful for as long as Thomas slept. The rest of the time, he was pretty grumpy.
We did however find a solution.
A solution that entertained both kids, caused them hilarity and happiness for Mike and I.Read More »Review and Giveaway: The Saviour To Kid’s Music
Edinburgh Real Nappy Week – 4 Reasons to Opt In
Let’s be honest. Changing nappies is never going to rate highly in anyone’s favourite activities. It’s just one of those things that you just get on… Read More »Edinburgh Real Nappy Week – 4 Reasons to Opt In
BoConcept Comes to Edinburgh
As with everyone with an interest in design, I’m always looking for ways to bring new ideas into my home. It follows that I was therefore delighted to find that BoConcept had opened a store in Edinburgh, featuring their beautiful designer furniture.
I headed along to the store on Rose Street to check out what they had in way of inspiration. We’ve recently repainted our living room and redesigned our playroom; and I’ve been working on finding things to finish off these rooms. I was keen to spy some accessories and gain some insight as to what I could do to make these spaces work better. Although my house may not be full of designer furniture, visiting the store was a great place to get some ideas.Read More »BoConcept Comes to Edinburgh
Edinburgh Family life in a Ford EcoSport
We were recently asked to test drive the Ford EcoSport to see how it stood up to family life in Edinburgh. I don’t cover a massive amount of mileage a year around Edinburgh but equally I wouldn’t survive long without a car. A car is crucial for our school-run and getting the kids to all their various activities throughout the week. So, I have three key features that I look for in cars – safety, comfort, and coffee cup holders – the more the better.
Early on Saturday morning, I took Katie and Ben off to Peoples Ford Edinburgh to pick up the Ford EcoSport. We had arranged to meet Marc Jacobs who would show us round the car and get all the tech sorted.
For fear of looking like I knew nothing, I had swotted up in advance. But on being shown round the car, I quickly realised that the main thing I had noticed was the colour availability. There was a lot more than I realised.Read More »Edinburgh Family life in a Ford EcoSport