The time has come. After almost exactly eight years as a stay-at-home-mum, next week I am heading back to the (paid!) workforce. Eek!...

The kids discovered a little nook behind the armchair and declared it immediately their clubhouse . Several happy afternoons and...

Mark was sitting on the couch and Miles jumped up for a big cuddle then after a few moments, sat back and proclaimed ' My BOY!!!...

She has reached the level of bookworm where she walks around the house with her nose in a book. No major injuries.... yet! What c...

Lily writes her memories of Papa, beautiful flowers from Claire reminds us of the love and support surrounding us today, while three littl...

It's the day before the one year anniversary of the loss of my beloved step-father, David . "They" say t...

One of my most contented places to be with my family is out pottering around our garden.  After weeks and weeks of rain, we w...