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• Stress Free Sun Protection From Ambre Solaire's Easy Peasy Kids Range

  

  Living in Devon, our immediate go-to for days out is always the beach. We are totally spoiled for amazing beaches nearby, with several just down the road from... Read more

  Posted on 18 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• The Realities Of Photographing 3 Under 4: Wicked Wednesdays

  

  As you may have noticed, I love joining in with photo projects on my blog...particularly the monthly Siblings project which involves sharing a photo of your... Read more

  Posted on 17 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Devon Days Out: Pennywell Farm

  

  Last week, we headed off to visit Pennywell Farm - an award winning tourist attraction just a short distance from where we live in Torbay. Read more

  Posted on 16 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Siblings In August

  

  Back when I just had two children (Which was actually only for 10 months before number 3 was born!...), I developed a bit of a love of matching outfits for my... Read more

  Posted on 15 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• #SundayBest - A New Linky To Showcase Your Best Posts!

  

  Lately I have really been enjoying joining with some linkys and have discovered a real love for them. A couple of years ago, I ran my own linky for a few... Read more

  Posted on 14 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Blogging 101: How I Earn Over £1000 A Month From Blogging

  

  Last week, I wrote a post all about Working With Brands and Not Underselling Yourself As A Blogger. I had decided to write the post after having a few... Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• #LittleSpenders - What Would Your Child Do With £5000? Your Chance to Win £200...

  

  Thinking back to my childhood, one of the overwhelming memories that has stayed with me is that feeling of being completely and utterly carefree. Read more

  Posted on 12 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• What Is The #SoundOfHappy?

  

  What does happiness sound like to you? It's a surprisingly difficult question isn't it? If you asked me what happiness looked like I'd be able to answer much... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• A Share Too Far?: Desensitization & Social Media

  

  There's been no shortage of atrocities in the world in recent years. The horror is seemingly never ending - it seems like every day there is another massacre,... Read more

  Posted on 10 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• How We Afford An Extravagant Christmas On A Tight Budget

  

  Christmas - my ultimate favourite time of year. Always has been, always will be. When I think back to the Christmases I experienced as a child, my mind is... Read more

  Posted on 09 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Dads Have Body Confidence Issues Too! How I Finally Found A Path To Fitness...

  

  As a Dad of three small boys, my energy levels and fitness are both important for various reasons. The desire to stay healthy, to be around for as long as... Read more

  Posted on 09 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Ready For The Day Ahead With Ready Brek

  

  It's often said that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and that's a sentiment that my children certainly agree with! Read more

  Posted on 08 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Things They Don't Tell You About Having Boys

  

  Since my son was born, followed closely by his two baby brothers - I have had no shortage of negative comments and remarks directed at me about their gender.... Read more

  Posted on 08 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Seconds Matter: Living With Arthritis

  

  What difference does a second or two make in your average day? If you're running behind schedule a little, what effect is that likely to have on your day? Will... Read more

  Posted on 06 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• How We Escaped The Hottest Day Of The Year

  

  Last week, after days of already blazing sunshine and humidity, we heard the newsreader report that the following day was set to be the hottest day of the year. Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• #effitFriday - A Link Up For All Your Rant Posts!

  

  Hello Welcome to #effitfriday! This is one of my favourite linkies, which I hosting for 3 weeks to help out original host Life With Baby Kicks as she jaunts... Read more

  Posted on 05 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Perfect Gifts For Baby Number 2, 3, 4 and So On!

  

  Baby Gifts by hayley-mclean on Polyvore When it comes to buying a gift for a new baby, it's always hard to know what to go for... Read more

  Posted on 04 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Working With Brands & Not Underselling Yourself As A Blogger

  

  Working with brands is something that many bloggers aspire to do, and is also the cause of many a debate in the blogging community. Read more

  Posted on 03 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Breaking Barriers For The Elderly

  

  Did you know that by the year 2050, 15.6 % of the UK population will be made up of people aged 65 and over? Thanks to advances in healthcare and improved... Read more

  Posted on 02 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION

• Helping to Ensure a Healthy & Balanced Toddler Diet with SMA PRO Toddler Milk

  

  *This is a sponsored post Food Toddlers. Just the sight of those two words together in one sentence can strike fear into the hearts of many! Read more

  Posted on 02 August 2016 DIARIES, SELF EXPRESSION