Non-dairy milks are pretty poor when it comes to calories, so we make our own mixed nut milk, which sits in the fridge and used in blends when needed. The constitution varies as generally it’s handfuls of whichever nuts we… Read more ›
We had our first date night tonight, a family date night! Mr T and I really needed some time together, my intention was to get the kids in bed, fed early and then cook something just for us. I know… Read more ›
My garden in May. Quick tour of the flowers just bursting through. Read more ›
In the Summer of 2007 we had a camping holiday on Mullacott Farm in North Devon (which I highly recommend, btw) and while we were dreaming about what it would be like to have a bit of land like that,… Read more ›
Suitable as a main meal on the Herbalife Nutrition plan. Recipe created as part of the Herbalife 21 Day Challenge. Ingredients 1 large red chilli, deseeded ½ a finger-length piece fresh root ginger, roughly chopped 1 fat garlic clove small… Read more ›
A big dirty burger with everything but the bun! And definitely not dirty 🙂 Serves 4 (2 adults and 2 children) Ingredients: Burgers 500g 5% minced beef 1 free range eggs Handful fresh parsley Splash of worcestershire sauce Toppings (we’re… Read more ›
Every now and again I get an overriding urge to leave Facebook for a while. Usually when I’m pissed off with stuff going on and people start annoying me. But also because I feel I share too much of my… Read more ›
I can’t believe I’m doing this. I’m sitting next to my 5 year old’s bed as she struggles with secretions in her sleep, waking so regularly that there’s no point in me going to bed. This isn’t usual, this is… Read more ›
Well, it came and went, or first week home educating The Boy. This is how we started: Slower, more relaxed mornings make for happier everyone. Having seen his reactions and how he’s struggled with a few basic concepts that I… Read more ›
We’re actually doing it, we’re leaving the South East too hear back Northwards. We’ve talked about it for so long it hardly feels real but now it’s happening, it’s happening quick! Mr T has a new job, our house is… Read more ›