A beautiful place to close your eyes

How amazing would it be to wake up here (image via Pinterest ) There is nothing better than a beautiful bed to lie down on after a long day, it's a place where we spend a lot of our time so surely investing in it's comfort and visual appeal is not only good for your physical wellbeing but also your soul. I could spend all day looking online at beautiful beds and inspirational bedrooms, especially since we are in desperate need of a new bed ourselves. As a family we have long outgrown our bed as the little man still jumps in between us mod nights and a double is just not cutting it anymore, a king size I feel is the only way to go. Simple, beautiful, practical There is so much choice and so many different types of style's. Personally I love vintage french metal beds or vintage inspired in an old victorian house, but in a clean, scandi-design flat I also like the minimalist look. Since we are in currently living in a cottage that is more than 100 years ol......

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Reflections of the day

We are back from London and back to the typical Welsh weather - Rain,  I think this photo captures the mood today ...

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Family sports when travelling

I am a member of the Collective Bias® Social Fabric® Community. This shop has been compensated as part of a social shopper amplification for Collective Bias and its advertiser.  #CollectiveBias Just because your on holiday in some exotic location or exploring a new city it does't mean you can't stay fit and healthy and indulge in some fun family sports and activities. We have spent the past few days in London and as soon as we arrived the first thing we did was head off to Hyde Park to have a run outside and get our limbs moving after a 2 hour train trip. After a very early start and lots planned it was great to get all the pent up energy out and also recharge ourselves with some snacks and the super nutritious Zico Coconut Water which is perfect for replacing potassium and magnesium and giving you a natural energy boost - something we all really needed. John and Mr A rehydrating with some Zico The little man is really into running races at the moment and c......

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London Life - A short break in the city

We have been in London for the past few days, staying in Covent Garden in a rented apartment - you always feel alive in this city and despite what some people think it's a great place for kids, as well a adults of course. We have been indulging in bistros, cafes, craft beers and raw food. On Monday we woke up to a sunny day - so rocked the shades, loving London The Wild Food Cafe in Neal's Yard is lovely - such good food John enjoying some Bethnal Pale Ale at Honest Burger ...

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Winter Sun

It already seems like long ago but last sunday we had a whole day of blissful and beautiful winter son, what a welcoming break it was from this constant rain and we were not going to let it slip by without a trip to our favourite part of Cardiff - Pontcanna. It's a lovely place to walk around, the houses are beautiful, there is a lovely collection of independent Deli's and boutique shops and is a wonderful place to spend a relaxing sunday. It also has a great park that connects to the Taff trail and runs alongside the Taff river. A real Salad fest to start our adventure - at Kemis, Pontcanna First we started the day with an early lunch at Kemis - they have the best salad in town and everything is so fresh and tasty. They also have some delicious cakes and Kemi the owner is so friendly and welcoming and it's very accommodating towards young children. After lunch we headed straight over to Pontcanna Park - it was great to be able to run around without h......

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Reasons to Consider Building an Outdoor Entertainment Area

What a dreamy place to eat during the summer (image via Pinterest ) As soon as the sun starts to shine I know we will be flocking to the local hardware store to create an improve our outdoor area. For a small investment families can create a great outdoor space where the whole family can relax and have fun together. It’s a good idea to explore the multitude of outdoor entertainment area designs available before you build. With a bit of homework you are sure to find something to suit your tastes and your budget. Talk to builders, landscapers and even your local hardware staff about design ideas. Ask lots of questions. The sky is the limit in what you can incorporate into an outdoor area, from a swimming pool if you live in hotter climates such as Australia/South Africa  or water feature, to gazebos, outdoor kitchens, fireplaces or fire pits, landscaping, decking and outdoor lounge areas. You can turn your outdoors into your own personal oasis with a bit of planning. A......

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A beautiful Bath City break

John outside the Francis Hotel Earlier this month we managed to have a night away in one of our favourite cities - Bath for a little us time - a rarity when you have a child but I feel very important as after a while as we all crave an uninterrupted meal, a little drink, a lie in and a relaxing sunday spent without any tantrums and what better place to do it in than the wonderful and majestic City of Bath. We stayed in the Francis Hotel , this beautiful Georgian townhouse is located right in the centre and from the moment we arrive all our stresses fell away. We love anything that is a bit different and quirky but also stylish and the hotel was all of those things wrapped in one. The bed was amazing - I literally could live in that bed and I loved all the little touches such as the strawberries, macaroons and little box of chocolates in our room. Really loved our hotel room and all the small touches  After we settled into our room we decided to start our Saturday ni......

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His and Her outfit post

So last weekend we had a wonderful night away in beautiful bath (post to follow) and the rain pretty much held off for most of the time which meant we got to have a lovely walk around the city, through all the pretty streets, do a little window shopping and soak in the atmosphere. It was chilly but walking around keeps you warm and I wrapped up with some lovely cosy accessories such as my Etre gloves and knitted snood. John also stayed warm in his Barbour wax jacket paired with his Red Wings and Edwin salvage denim jeans - perfect for winter. I opted to wear my thick Fred Perry Pinafore dress with a Nine West tee underneath, Topshop boots, Fred Mello jacket and Paul Costello bag....

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Mini Adventures

With the weather being so up and down we have tried to make the most of every dry opportunity given to us, which has meant lot's of mini outdoor adventures. Most of the time we have just run outside, leaving my camera at home and making the most of it. From exploring local parks to playing in our garden, climbing trees as well as watching the workmen up on our roof trying to fix our leaky chimney. Those moments of sunshine have been precious and a beautiful sight, actually seeing our shadows on the ground or it peeping through the trees have been priceless. We try and keep as active as possible in winter although this season has felt like a bit of an endurance and I really cannot wait for a break in the weather and I always feel terrible wishing time away but I can't wait for spring to raise it's head and see the bluebells again. Hopefully this coming week will bring us more chances to enjoy the outdoors and have fun. ...

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Adventures in London with Tulipop

Mr A with Bubbles at the Tulipop Press day We were lucky enough to be invited to the UK press launch of the wonderful children's homeware brand all the way from Iceland - Tulipop . The event took place at the Icelandic Embassy in London and  it was a fantastic little day out for Mr A and I. We ventured to the big smoke from Wales, despite flooding and the underground strike our travel was pretty stress free as the little man loves nothing more than going on the "fast train" to London. He is so fascinated by that city and who would't be - London is an amazing place for big and small and is a creative hub which made the perfect place to view the quirky and inspiring Tulipop collection. That's us on our way to the big smoke So what is the Tulipop all about? Let me start from the beginning, during the rescission this colourful company was born by the talented Signy and Helga in their home country of Iceland in 2010, with a joint dream to create somethin......

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Empowering Fashion from Beulah

I love to feature fair-trade and ethical brands on the blog and this is totally from an unbiased perspective - this is not a sponsored post neither has Beulah asked me to mention them on the blog, I simply came across their Spring Summer 2014 collection and have fallen in love with the simple, chic and flowing designs. The brand came to be after the founders spent some time in India working in an aftercare home for those effected with human trafficking. On return to the London they developed the idea of Beulah - a brand that helps provide a sustainable livelihood for those who have come out of sex trafficking. It's always wonderful to hear about companies such as Beulah, who are doing so much good but in a very stylish way. Here are my favourite picks from there Spring Summer Collection ...

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