Thursday, 27 August 2015

My Captured Moment #31



I'm linking up with Heledd at Running in Lavender for My Captured Moment. I love doing this each week as I really look at my photos and I actually give the simplest ones meaning.

This picture was taken last week on our bus trip back from town. Finley looks deep in thought and this was how he was most of the journey, before he fell asleep!

The bus route was through places which we haven't been before so he was just taking it all in. I really do love this photo, so simple but so meaningful to us.

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Tuesday, 25 August 2015

The Bus Ride

Last Thursday we had plans to have lunch in town with a friend and then head to the park. I would normally have driven but as Wednesday had been a total washout we needed to get out so we walked. It's a good 30 minute walk, up a huge hill but then down the other side. Finley walked nearly all the way and I had promised we would get the bus home. We have been on a bus before for not for a while.

When I first suggested this they were both so excited. Noah proceeded to sing 'The wheels on the bus'. So after lunch and a play in the park we headed to the bus station.

So we got to the bus station and I had done my research so knew which bus we needed but not which bus stop number to go to. So I scanned all the timetables until I found the right bus we needed to get on.

We were about 10 minutes early and a kind lady gave her seat to Finley, which I thought was very sweet of her. Finley was pretty excited to be sitting in the bus station seeing all the buses and so was Noah. He was asking a million and one questions which I didn't mind answering as he couldn't wait to get on the bus.

A bus arrived into the bus stop that our bus was going from but it had 'Out Of Service' on its screen but loads of people were getting on it. So we made our way over and I asked the driver if it took us to Sainsburys, which is the nearest bus stop to our house. He was pretty rude and grunted along with nodding his head so I took it that it did as he let us on. Also he told me it was £2 and tutted at me giving him a £10 note. Oh well this didn't bother Finley or Noah so that was the main thing.

I had to laugh because as I was putting the brake on the pushchair and getting Noah positioned Finley had got himself into the seat and was putting his seat belt on. He asked me to put it on and told me 'I'm safe now aren't I Mummy!'. I had to giggle as his excited little face that couldn't wait for the bus to move. I looked around as everyone could hear his excitement and Noah's singing and smiled but was greeted with straight faces or ignorance. Not to sure why people are like this but its sad when you feel you cant even greet someone with a smile. Maybe I am just too friendly.

Loving the bus

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Finley was still asking questions and was asking about the bell. I told him you only press it when you want to stop. He turned around to look at it and the lady behind him told him in a very stern voice 'No!'. This made him sit back down very abruptly and I was a little annoyed as he hadn't actually gone to touch it. 

When we started to move the boys faces were a picture, it was like they had never been on a bus before. Finley was so excited to be sat in his own seat and had asked if I had my seat belt on, then looked around the rest of the bus to see if others had theirs on too. Thankfully he didn't ask anyone as I don't think he would have got a response.

When we approached the next stop there was a lady with a pushchair with a newborn in and a little girl. I got up and moved next to Finley and squeezed in the buggy in front of so she could get on. The lady behind had moved and a little girl sat there while her mum sat with the pushchair and baby. The lady then muttered, rather loudly, 'I moved for an older person and a younger one sat there.' The girl wasn't older than about 8 so didn't want to sit too far from her Mum. Not sure why some people have to be so mean and rude.

Mesmerised

Noah loved watching the world go by.
The boys were enjoying themselves and Noah was singing his song. We were about 5 minutes from our stop when I turned round and next to me Finley was asleep. All the excitement had tired him out.

Sleepy head
I had promised he could press the button so I woke him up so he could, and also we needed to get off the bus. Normally it takes a while for him to wake up properly but with the question of pressing the button he woke up instantly.

He pressed the button and 2 minutes later we got off the bus. I think the bus driver was a wannabe racing car driver as he took the corners and roundabouts rather quickly. Despite this the boys absolutely loved it and it was the best £2 I spent that day!
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Monday, 24 August 2015

My Week At A Glance 17/08 - 21/08

 
This week has been just what we needed - chilled and relaxed with some fun thrown in.
 
On Monday we enjoyed a trip to Westonbirt. My friend was poorly so I said I would look after her little girl so she could get some rest. All three loved running around and we spent 5 hours there!! Couldn't quite believe it when I looked at my watch and it was 4pm.
 
Tuesday saw us spend the day with my old school friend. She has two boys like me and after they got on so well last week we organised another play date. Again they enjoyed themselves and there was lots of play fights - which is what boys do!! I then headed to the gym to burn off all the chocolate I plan to eat at the weekend with it being my birthday.
 
Well Wednesday was a total washout weather wise. We had a friend over for lunch with her children so at least the boys were entertained while we sipped tea and ate cake. They must have been so worn out from the playing they both fell asleep in the afternoon.
 
We needed to get out the house so on Thursday we headed in to town for some lunch with another friend and a play in the park. We took the bus home which the boys loved! I'll be writing about our bus trip next week.
 
To end the week we headed to Westonbirt again, but this time with a fully recovered best friend which I had missed all week! We also met my sister in law and nephew. Seeing all the children play was lovely. We found the new Gruffallo's Child and I obviously had to have a selfie.
 

I'm all refreshed now for my birthday weekend - yay!
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Saturday, 22 August 2015

It's My Birthday So Here Are 28 Things I Have Learnt In 28 Years

Today I turn 28! This isn't a post to moan about how old I am getting, as I don't think I am or how old I am feeling. I thought I would write a list of 28 things that I have learnt in my 28 years of life.

1. Labour hurts!

2. Having a Mum & Dad who get divorced isn't that bad, they end up much happier.

3. Watch out where your going when driving. If you don't you will end up bumping your car, or writing it off (it was the sun's fault lol).

4. Don't drink Sambuca, it's vile and will make you sick, in a club, in Cyprus!

5. Along the same lines, don't drink 5 Jager bombs in one go, again you will be sick and get a very very bad hangover.

6. Spend as much time with your Grandparents as you can and cherish them, because one day they wont be there to give you a hug anymore.

7. Don't let a boy tell you want you can and can't do, be your own person.

8. Eat what you love, in moderation, because if were honest life is too short to eat a lettuce leaf for lunch.

9. Let your hair down every once in a while.

10. Travel while you are young or if you can't make sure you travel at some point in your life. You will have so much fun while wondering around places that you have no idea of where you are going.

11. Let your children be little, because soon they will be big and you will cry.

12. Grow your own cucumbers, they taste so much better than the shop bought ones.

13. Dance. Whenever and wherever, even if you feel silly because dancing makes you feel so much better.

14. Same as above, sing. Whenever and whenever. Even if you can't sing a single note.

15. Laugh even when you want to cry, it helps, it really does.

16. Try not to cry at everything because you will be called a cry baby. I have toughened up since having the boys but I used to cry at EVERYTHING!

17. Eat pancakes for breakfast at least once a week. I am yet to do this but I will do this by the time I am 30, preferably on a Saturday morning, cooked by the hubby.

18. 1001 is the god of all carpet cleaner, it cleans up everything and anything.

19. Ironing is not fun, but something that has to be done when you have a husband that wears a new shirt every day.

20. Make sure you get outside everyday, because a day at home will make you go stir crazy.

21. Don't beep at white van drivers that cut you up, or any vehicle for that matter, as they may stop the van, get out and shout abuse. Even if it was their fault for the beeping!

22. Listen to what Peppa Pig says, she makes some valid points sometimes.

23. Stay in your pyjamas until lunchtime at least once a week, go one better every once in a while and stay in them all day.

24. Talk to your Mum at least once a day, even if its just a text. She will make everything better.

25. Don't turn away help when you have children. People aren't being rude they are there to help.

26. Don't be afraid to ask for help, in any situation however silly you may think it is.

27. Kiss your children goodnight, every night.

28. Drink prosecco with Rhubarb cordial - you haven't lived until you have.

Happy birthday to me!

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I'm The New Co-Host Of 'Just Another Linky' - Welcome To Week #17

Hello and welcome to week 17 of Just Another Linky but my first week of co-hosting along with Beth who blogs over at Life As Mum.


I'm really excited to be joining this great linky and reading all of your fantastic posts!

Today is my birthday, yay!! That means we can all eat as much cake as we like and its calorie free, because I said so. And as it turns out, it is also Beth's birthday too, spooky! Happy Birthday Beth my birthday buddy. I will be celebrating with a family meal and then a takeaway & drinks with our best friends.


Now onto the linky.

Meet your hosts

HOST - Beth | Life-As-Mum | @lifeasmumblog

C-HOST - Kirsty | SomethingCrunchyMummy | @crunchy_mummy

Rules

- No more than 3 posts a week
- Comment on at least 2 other posts (more if you have time)
- No reviews
- Giveaways, Sponsored posts allowed
- Keep it friendly please!

We would really appreciate it if you could grab the badge below onto your post or blog, or even just a link somewhere on your blog would be great!

Feel free to tweet your post along with the hashtag #justanotherlinky and tweet your hosts @lifeasmumblog and @crunchy_mummy and we will Retweet you.

By linking up to this linky you are giving Beth & Kirsty the right to copy one of your photos if you are chosen for Featured Post of the week.

Linky is open every Saturday morning until Wednesday 11:55pm.

Featured Post

Beth and Kirsty will choose their favourite post each week.

My favourite post last week was by Emily at Twin Mummy and Daddy with  #thechokeables Choking Baby First Aid - Win a First Aid Kit. It has a very important message along with the St Johns Ambulance advert. As parents we all need to know what to do when our children choke. 

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Friday, 21 August 2015

10 Thing You Didn't Know About Me

Thank you to Shannon over at Shannonagains, Lisa over at The Love Of A Captain and Crummy Mummy over at Confessions Of A Crummy Mummy for the tag for 10 Things You Don't Know About Me.

As I was tagged three times I will answer all 3, I couldn't decide which to answer. Head over to read Shannon's, Lisa's and Crummy Mummy's 10 things as they are great.

 


So here goes......

Shannon's questions:

1. What was your first job?

I was a Saturday and holiday girl in a hairdressers. I was never interested in hairdressing but loved talking - still do haha!

2. Pancakes: thin or fluffy?

Both! Any types of pancakes are good.

3. Showers or baths?

I have a shower everyday but I love a good old bath. Don't get to have one as often as I like since children.

4. Geeky question: what would your patronus be? (Transalation for non Harry Potter fans: what animal best represents you?)

Lion. I will do anything to protect my pack - my family and friends.

5. Do you have any tattoos? If yes, what are they? If no, have you ever considered getting one?

No but I was talking about this today with my best friend and we have decided to rebel when we are 30 and I am going to get one. A tiny one. Don't know if it will ever happen as I am a wimp haha.

6. What’s your favourite blog post you’ve written?

A recent one, You Are My World - To Both My Boys.

7. What’s your favourite sweet treat?

Chocolate.

8. Describe your perfect piece of toast – type of bread, how “done”, what toppings?

Granary bread, just right with butter and proper jam.

9. What’s your favourite colour to wear?

Oh I don't know. Something floral, not just one colour.

10. What song reminds you of a happy moment?

Snow Patrols 'Chasing Cars'. It was our first dance song.


Lisa's questions:

1. What is your guilty pleasure?

Eating chocolate biscuits for breakfast.

2. If you had a super power just for a day, what would it be?

To stop time so I could sleep all day and regain some energy. The time would stop for everyone else but not for me so I could stock up on sleep hours.

3. Your favourite day of the week and why?

Saturday. It's the start of the weekend, hubby is home and we see my Mum & Nan on a Saturday.

4. If you could re-live any day in the past, what would it be?

My wedding day. I wouldn't change a thing but it really was one of the happiest days of my life.

5. What was your last blog post URL?

6. Movies or books?

Books.

7. What song reflects you the most?

Now that's a hard one, Happy as I think I'm a pretty happy person.

8. What is your favourite blog to visit?

I have two, Run Jump Scrap and Twin Mummy Daddy, their girls are gorgeous and I love reading their blogs.

9. Twitter or Facebook?

Twitter for my blog, Facebook for personal.

10. If you could meet anyone, dead or alive, who would it be?

Gary Barlow, for the one reason that I actually love him!

Crummy Mummy's questions:

1. Fry up or cereal?
Cereal.
2. Have you ever met anyone famous?

I have met Harold Bishop, well the guy who plays him but to me he is Harold Bishop from Neighbours.
3. If you had an hour to produce a signature bake, what would it be?

A birthday cake!

4. When did you start your blog and why?

6 months ago as I wanted a place to document and vent motherhood. And I love the blogging community.

5. What’s the best thing you’ve been asked to review or try out as a blogger?
I was asked to review Folly Farm in Wales, the boys loved it and we got to have a family day out.
6. Have you ever turned down a review or experience?
No.
7. Is there one blogger you particularly admire, and why?
Brummy Mummy of 2 because she's not afraid to document how hard being a mother is.
8. Where do you see your blog in five years’ time?
Don't have a clue!
9. What’s your favourite holiday destination?
Australia as it holds so many memories.
10. You couldn’t get through the weekend without…?
My husband being home!!
I now nominate these lovely bloggers if they would like to join in:

Michelle at Misunderstood Mummy
Ami at My Mummy Spam
Helen at Beautiful Things

Here's my questions for you:

1. Tea or coffee?
2. Where is the furthest you have ever travelled?
3. What is your favourite film?
4. Sweet or savoury?
5. What was your favourite subject at school?
6. What is the best advice you have ever received?
7. Where is your dream destination and why?
8. Describe yourself in two words.
9. What was your last blog post?
10. Did you have a nickname at when you were younger, if so what was it?

Hope you can join in.

 
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