Big kids, little kids – if we’ve tried the toys they’re in here! Sharing our views on the latest toys, games and hobbies.
I mentioned over the Summer holidays that I was a little worried about Little Bean as she had said on more than one occasion how she was feeling lonely and desperately wanted a Sister. I explained to her that whilst I couldn’t provide her with a Sister, I could invite some of her friends around … Read more
Are you looking for ways to improve your job prospects and eventually get the job you really want? If so, the internet has the potential to answer your prayers. Below are some of the best ways the internet can help you stand out from the crowd when it’s time to apply for the job of … Read more
I have suffered with nasal allergy, congestion and infections for as long as I can remember. Trees, cats, grass and various pollens will set me off and when I’m especially sensitive it can be hell to live with. I have had lots of tests carried out at hospital and they concluded that Rhinitis was to … Read more
A few weeks ago we were sent the 60-piece Finding Dory Giant Floor Puzzle and the 72-piece Finding Dory 3D puzzle both by Ravensburger and the Beans couldn’t wait to get started on them. All of the Beans have always been keen puzzlers and I think it’s a great past-time for them to enjoy because … Read more
Growing up I remember playing garden games with my family late into the Summer’s evening and they bring back happy memories. Croquet was favourite game, my Grandad had a beautiful Wooden Croquet set on a trolley with large solid wooden balls. We had the perfect garden for playing out in as a family, it had a … Read more
Last Wednesday morning Jelly Bean and I arrived early at Queensgate Shopping Centre to attend the launch of the beautiful #SkyofPoppies Art installation to commemorate the centenary of The Battle of the Somme in 1916. The #SkyofPoppies will be on display until 13th November 2016 in North Square Queensgate Shopping Centre. Charron Pugsley-Hill said: The … Read more
Ravensburger is famous for its amazing range of puzzles for children aged 0-99 years and in particular the Ravensburger 3D Puzzle range which includes famous buildings from Around The World. We love a challenge and so were excited when not one, not two but FOUR Ravensburger 3D Puzzles landed at our door to review. Within each … Read more
I have always had a love of crafts right from being a young child and so it pleases me that my Beans all love to do crafts too. On the whole we have mostly stuck to painting, drawing and paper crafts up until now but as they get a little older I’m hoping that will … Read more
When Little Bean was a small girl, say 4 or 5 years old she played with ‘baby dolls’ but only really to undress them and then leave them somewhere generally with their head trapped in a box or behind a door. I used to think to myself ‘she doesn’t seem very maternal’ or ‘girly’ when … Read more