We are incredibly lucky to live where we live Our tiny village is surrounded by fields and woodland We live very close to lots of lovely National Trust properties And other stately homes and gardens Our nearest visitor attraction Which … Continue reading
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027/366 Wind the Bobbin’ Up
Dear William Some days you are incredibly hard work, but every single day you are worth it. Because of moments like this. I love you, William x Every day. Love Mummy x
Peek A Shoe Octopus: A TRU for Toys R Us
For the last few months we have been rigourously testing a Leap Frog Peek A Shoe Octopus for Toys R Us. Testing in the way that only twin toddlers can! We are a big fan of Leap Frog toys in … Continue reading
Edspire Festive Forecast: My Wonder Cube!
If you are looking for a last minute present for a baby or toddler I have the perfect gift recommendation for you, My Wonder Cube. My Wonder Cube is an innovative learning toy for babies and toddlers. My Wonder Cube … Continue reading
Advent Book Review 12: The Big Christmas Book
The Big Book of Christmas is a compilation of stories, songs, scripts and rhymes chosen by Gaby Morgan. I love her collections, Read Me 1 and Read Me 2, and read them to Esther and William every day when they … Continue reading
Edspire Festive Forecast: Star Stacker from Toyjeanius
Earlier this year we were honoured to be chosen as a Toy Genius family for Toyjeanius. Each toy that we have been sent has been perfectly suited to Esther and William’s age, ability and interests. Our most recent delivery was … Continue reading
Edspire Festive Forecast: WOW Toys Turbo Twins
This year WOW Toys have answered my need for stocking fillers for twins perfectly. This British brand has provided the perfect twin toy for family fun on Christmas Day, and best of all, not a single battery is required! All … Continue reading
Playskool Elefun Busy Ball Popper: A Toys R Us Toyologist Review
Wow! We have been so lucky to be selected as toyologists for Toys R Us in 2011. It is such a privilege and also a responsibility, reviewing toys and recommending our favourites to the nation. We have had some great … Continue reading
Edspire Festive Forecast: Orchard Toys Review and Giveaway
Today on the Edspire Festive Forecast we have two great products from Orchard Toys, a British brand very popular in primary schools and homes across the UK. I have used their games in maths lessons with my old year 2 … Continue reading
Jungle Cuddly(?) Animals: A Toyjeanius Review
When we were sent this toy to review by the lovely Jean at Toyjeanius it confused me for a while. How were the wooden animals that make up this puzzle cuddly? Surely hard wooden animals are anything but cuddly? But, … Continue reading