Wednesday 25 January 2012
When we had kids, I was pretty sure our days of nice holidays were over – at least for the next ten years! I know some families enjoy luxury holidays where the kids are catered for in their own special program, but when we have time away I want us to be together as a family. So when the Hilton Hotel at Surfers Paradise on the Gold Coast invited us* to trial their “Doing It For The Kids” family holiday package, I jumped at the chance to find out if family-friendly luxury breaks actually exist.
Thursday 12 January 2012 -
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Miss 5 went to see the ballet today as a special treat with her Aunty. The plan was for Mr 3 and I to hang out at the Queensland Museum for the morning – but it is currently closed for renovations in preparation for the 150th Birthday Party in just over a week. (There will be cake. Two METRES of cake. You heard it here…)
So, while the girls were doing this:
Monday 14 November 2011 -
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The last month has been challenging journey for our little family through some ups and downs.
One of us came down with the flu, just as the other recovered.
One of us flew away from Brisbane, just as the other returned.
One family said hello to us, just as we say goodbye to another.
One friend welcomed a new baby, while heartbreakingly another will bury hers this week.
Tuesday 18 October 2011 -
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A friend of ours was recently discussing diamonds with us, after proposing to his girlfriend It’s been over ten years since we went engagement-ring-shopping but I still remember learning about the 4 Cs – cut, clarity, colour and carat! Our friend laughed about the fact that synthetic diamonds are often of equal beauty to natural diamonds… the only problem is that they are too perfect!
Monday 26 September 2011 -
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How do you feel today?
How do you feel today?
If you’re feeling happy then clap your hands
Feeling happy then clap your hands
Feeling happy then clap your hands
Clap your hands like this.
How do you feel today?
How do you feel today?
If you’re feeling grumpy then stomp around
Feeling grumpy then stomp around
Feeling grumpy then stomp around
Stomp around like this.
Tuesday 06 September 2011 -
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Some of you may already know that I have started writing for Kleenex Mums. My articles over there are a little longer and more in depth than you usually find here at SquiggleMum, but I hope you enjoy them and find them informative. Jump over to read my articles on Water Wise Families or School Projects, or read this one below on chemical free cleaning:
Tuesday 30 August 2011 -
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I believe that kids and nature belong together, so I encourage my children to play daily outside, exploring their backyard and the natural elements in it. I believe that tree climbing is one of childhood’s greatest joys. I believe that happy kids require both freedom and boundaries. I believe children’s environments should be as safe as necessary, rather than as safe as possible. And I believe that...
Monday 29 August 2011 -
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Every now and then I have great idea, followed closely by
“Why didn’t I think of this sooner?”
The simple ideas are always the best. I simply screwed a couple of old brass hooks (which were lying unused in the bottom of a toolbox) onto the fence at child height. We were already using the two green baskets for outdoor toy storage. I love them because:
Saturday 27 August 2011 -
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There are certainly some perks to being a blogger. I receive lots of products to try, get invited to some pretty cool events and even get to meet some amazing people. Lately I have been on the receiving end of some products and services that have helped me to feel good, and look good this winter. And given how much sickness there has been in our little family – I’ve needed it!
Monday 11 July 2011 -
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This post is sponsored by Kidspot and I received payment for the review.
A kids’ program about a sweet monster named Squiglet who loves to squiggle – how could SquiggleMum resist a review?! Get Squiggling airs on the CBeebies channel, weekdays at 8:30am.
