Category Archives: working mother

My #GoodEgg Nomination for Easter

Posted on April 14, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

I was invited to participate in the #GoodEgg campaign with Co-Op food. They asked me to think about the friends and family members that are always around to help, and for me to gift a box of chocolate eggs to … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Maternity Leavers by Soozi Baggs

Posted on March 27, 2017 by SpookyMrsGreen

I recently received a copy of Maternity Leavers from the author with a request to read and review it. This book would have been very useful to me about six years ago, when I was pregnant with my first child … Continue reading →

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We Got the #FrubesMoves

Posted on October 17, 2016 by SpookyMrsGreen

My girls love to dance. I do too, and so when I received this invitation from Britmums and #FrubesMoves to join in the blogging challenge, I danced at the offer (see what I did there?!) Now, my dancing is questionable … Continue reading →

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Autumn Breaks and Holidays #MyHavenDays

Posted on October 7, 2016 by SpookyMrsGreen

I know it is growing colder, and our sunny days are fading away, but there is still time to fit in one more holiday before the season turns completely. You can book an Autumn holiday with Haven and get some fantastic … Continue reading →

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She’s Not my Baby any More

Posted on October 3, 2016 by SpookyMrsGreen

Ah, motherhood is a trial, indeed. One moment we are sobbing because our babies will not stop crying and we cannot soothe them, and the next we are mourning the loss of our babies. I had such a moment earlier … Continue reading →

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A Warming Brew as the Season Turns

Posted on September 30, 2016 by SpookyMrsGreen

This week we have seen a definite move towards Autumn here in the North West. We had a particularly dull start to the day on Tuesday, but eventually it did brighten up and we saw some sunshine. I have been … Continue reading →

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A Fairy Quest in Queen’s Park, Crewe

Posted on September 26, 2016 by SpookyMrsGreen

Last weekend, my eldest daughter and I set off on a fairy quest. We took her dad and younger sister, and the dog, to Queen’s Park in Crewe, Cheshire. This is a beautiful place to visit. I love its history … Continue reading →

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My Family Holiday: Poole Harbour Cruise

Posted on September 19, 2016 by SpookyMrsGreen

During the school summer holidays, we took the family away to Poole in Dorset for a week. On our first full day, we decided to embark on a Poole Harbour Cruise. Our first choice was to take the boat to … Continue reading →

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My Family Holiday: Peppa Pig World

Posted on September 14, 2016 by SpookyMrsGreen

We could not take a holiday in Dorset without visiting Peppa Pig World. Our daughters have grown up with that little pig and her antics, and I have to confess, my husband and I were more than a little excited … Continue reading →

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Finding Magic in Your Local Environment

Posted on September 12, 2016 by SpookyMrsGreen

A few days ago, I found myself in a most peculiar situation. I was able to take my dog for a walk, alone, for the first time in about two months. Usually we have children in tow, and our walks … Continue reading →