The Halloween is fast approaching, the pumpkins were finally in the shop and James was excited to make some homebrew wine. Only this wasn't just another wine he was making, it was very special indeed - it was Ron's very first batch!

If you had asked me a couple of weeks ago what made me truly happy I may have said a nice hot bath, good music, a nice meal. . . And whilst those things are still great, nothing makes me happier than hearing burps, farts and poops! Motherhood has really scrambled my brain!

​​Parenting: First aid questions​
Lesson Learned: Front facing swim in the bath!

We live on a remote island, a place where our son is free to play, explore, experience and enjoy being a child! Is it really so bad to hope that he becomes a bit of a trouble maker? What does that even mean?

Just a nice quiet Sunday, trying to stay warm and spending time with the baby. Oh, and doing some internet shopping too, because . . . well, because hats and blankets!