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What an adventure we had this afternoon! We went f What an adventure we had this afternoon! We went for a walk across local fields, full of squelchy mud and huge muddy puddles. The kids obviously loved it.

We wandered for about an hour, playing and chasing the drone. The families new game. I got some funny footage actually (if you scroll to the last 10 seconds of my video) swipe for the little video I made. Just a family walk. In the puddles.

Of course our walk resulted in Isla falling, backside first, into the stream and mud. Why do they never listen when we say stay away from the streams & large puddles?

We got home and she had a nice warm bath, complete with bath bomb which made her feel just right. However, when it came to my bath, the boiler went off again! Despite the engineer being here all morning yesterday replacing pipe work. I can’t reset it or do anything. It’s gone. So we’re now without heating again. Only until tomorrow morning though... phew! Fingers crossed British Gas can find the issue as that’s the 3rd fix which hasn’t fixed it now.

Anyway, this photo was one I managed to capture on the drone. It’s not perfect, I need to practice my flying skills, but I still love it. Something a bit candid and crazy about it. Kind of sums up our day...

How has your Saturday been?

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #dronie #droneselfie #familyselfie #familywalk #outdoorsadventures #familytime #outdoorlife #winterwalks #aerialphoto #aerialfamilyphoto #fromthesky #dronephotography #dronestagram #djimavicmini #droneoftheday #videoleap #beatleap #videooftheday #photooftheday #dronelife #dronevideos #dronefootage #ourfamilywalk #ordinarymoments #aquietstyle #magicofchildhood
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I love this photo. A break in the rain and the blu I love this photo. A break in the rain and the blue skies revealed themselves and the sun shone through the white fluffy clouds. This was taken from our break to Devon back in October.

If I was going to choose my favourite #horizon, it would be a beach one. Miles and miles of possibilities. You know at one point there would be land, there’s so much in between too.

I’ve always thought of horizons as something that shapes my view, that puts into perspective my foreground. It’s not a limitation. But perspective. As sure enough, with every step your perspective changes. Your view changes. The horizon changes.

Taking each step slowly, means the perspective changes slowly. But it is changing.

Even taking baby steps can get you in the direction you want. Can paint you a different picture. And I think taking each day as it comes is the right mindset for a lot of people right now.

Here’s to the weekend...

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #fstuk1 #devon #visitdevon #sunscape #lockdown3 #mindfulness #wellbeing #lockdownlife #positivevibes #postivemindset #believe #bestrong #bekind #bebrave #cloudscape #wintersun #beachsun #beachhorizon #beachvibes #devonscenery #freshair  #outdooradventures #outdoorlife #outdoorsfamily #familyholiday #familywalk #dogwalk
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Today has been very #wintery. It’s been raining Today has been very #wintery. It’s been raining and I think trying to snow all day. It prompted a long discussion about sleet as the kids were entirely certain id made “sleet” up. So guess what I’ll be showing them tomorrow... 😂

Has anyone else been using the primary school resources on CBBC at all? Might try them tomorrow morning with the kids so I can do my work too. Trying to get out of the habit of 10pm finishing times as it’s just not sustainable.

Getting out for a lunchtime dog walk is definitely on the agenda though. Fresh air. Break up the bickering. A mindful walk.

Tomorrow we’ll have the gas engineer here replacing pipe work... 2 kids homeschooling and 2 adults working. I’m sure it’ll be fine 🤣🤣🤣

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #dogwalk #craghoppers #outdooradventures #outdoors #adventures #outdoorfun #walkinguk #fstuk1 #winterwalks #wintertime #greyskies #greyclouds #outdoorlife #mindfulness #mindfulliving #wellbeing #mhfa #mentalhealth #lockdownlife #lockdown3 #workingfromhome #homeschooling #landscape
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I’ve had so many messages about my “𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘬 𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵” on the #morning of my interview this week. So thought I’d share it for a laugh!⁣
⁣
One peril of working from home is that couriers and postal workers do not know when you’re in a meeting. When the ring doorbell goes the dogs bark. Natural instincts I guess. So, I thought I’d try and negate any dog barking by alerting people with my quick poster. I also unplugged my @ring Chime for the hour.⁣
⁣
I then used it as a quick example of risk management in my interview, as a project manager must do this regularly. It made them chuckle!⁣
⁣
It’s amazing how many risk assessments, as parents, we do from the beginning of pregnancy throughout life. I’m sure I’ll be an old lady, still doing them to make sure my babies are safe.⁣
⁣
What’s the funniest thing you’ve done this lockdown? Let’s spread some 𝐠𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬!

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #lockdown3 #riskassessment #riskmanagement #funny #share #viral #funtimes #frontdoor #interviewprep #lockdownlife #workingmum #lockdown2021 #lockdownchallenge #workingfromhome #workingfromhomelife #mademelaugh #makeyoulaugh
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Yes, this is me posing for a “Good luck” photo Yes, this is me posing for a “Good luck” photo! Anyone else do that or just me? 🙄 Yesterday morning I had an interview and today I heard that I got it! It was an interview for my job... confusing I know.

I work for local government and I was lucky enough to be seconded into a role that I’ve wanted for years: Project Manager. I proved myself, learnt a great deal and delivered changes. I’m now in my role permanently. I am so happy and feel so proud of myself.

Having an interview, after 7 odd years, is really nerve wracking and interviewing with people you know is even worse. I was so nervous. I waffled. I made silly jokes. But I did manage to get the right points across. Thankfully.

It was the first time I’d had an interview in jeans and slippers! I felt terribly dressed down but the truth of it is: no one could see below my waist so it didn’t really matter.

It’s my new #challenge. As is making sure my new #houseplant stays alive and I look after her. I had a shuffle around of my plants on Sunday; rehomed a few, trimmed dead leaves and wiped the bigger leaves down to remove the dust. They appreciated it I’m sure.

What’s your most cringey comment in an interview? I think mine has to be that I did a risk assessment pre-interview. I put a sign on the door for delivery drivers and everything. Sad!!!!! But true. 🤣

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #home #plant #newplant #mirror #reflection #newjob #newstart #freshstart #bighair #livingroom #boho #smartcasual #inmyslippers #freshlookonlife #newjobmonday #jobhappy #career #workingmum #workingmother #workingfromhome #remoteinterview #interviewtips #interviewprep #interviewlaughs
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I completely forgot to post this yesterday. We got I completely forgot to post this yesterday. We got back from our very foggy dog walk, we helped Daddy do his 9km walk. I fell asleep for 2 hours! I was obviously in need of a bit of #relax time.

We watched the end of Star Wars episode 1 and started episode 2... then I sat in the bath for hours reading my book. I’m gripped.

The book I’m currently half way through is “Good Girl Bad Girl”, it’s a book club choice and written by Michael Robotham. It’s brilliant. I can’t wait to finish it.

It’s also the last physical book I’ll read for a while as I got a new Kindle for my birthday. So, along with box set recommendations, I’d love your favourite Kindle recommendations too please! I love books like the one I’m reading: crime, investigation, sci-fi, spooky and true crime. Or if a book is just amazing! Books I loved reading over the last year are: Rebecca, Killing for Company, I’ll be gone in the dark, The Accidental Tourist, Frankenstein, Something in the water, The Salt Path and Our House.

A bit of a mix of book genres but I loved them all for different reasons.

What’s your favourite book genre?

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #foggywalk #familywalk #bookrecommendations #bookreads #bookclub #weekendreading #goodgirlbadgirl #crimefiction #fiction #truecrime #netflix #recommendations #familytime #relaxing #chill #amomentofcalm #foggymorning #fogphotography #familytime #outdooradventures #ourdoorlife #lockdown3 #weekendvibes #foggyskies
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Sometimes #learning isn’t just about taking in f Sometimes #learning isn’t just about taking in facts on a particular subject. Sometimes it’s about adapting to your environment, working around each other and building awareness of yourself and others.

This week has been tough, and for the large part I was on leave, we have had to learn about each other and try to work as best as we can together.

Unlike the spring/summer, we do not have an office space as the conservatory is -2 during the winter. Our first Reno job this year is to make it a part of the house: walls and insulation! Phew... Then at least we have an office space.

My next grand idea is to make a 4th bedroom above the garage so that we can use Noah’s bedroom as another office.

I bet there are lots of families whirring over how to make office space this year. Do you have any renovations planned?

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #fstuk1 #homereno #renoplans #familyhome #landscape #throwingstones #mummyconstant #parentingtribe #freshair #dogwalk #winterwalk #stonethrow #lake #grafhamwater #cambridgeshire #cambslive #renoideas #renovationplans #siblings #outdooradventures #homeschooling #outdoorlife #outdoorfamilyfun #familyfun
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#happy birthday to me... 🥰 I’ve officially jo #happy birthday to me... 🥰 I’ve officially joined the lockdown birthday club! Who would have thought turning 38 would be in a national lockdown, not being able to see my family or friends, not being able to go out and have a meal or not even being able to go birthday shopping!

Instead I did homeschooling, cleaned and moved Islas room around. I did have fun learning to use my new drone. I’m so excited to take it out properly. I got some footage in the house which I can share but it’s nothing exciting. I can’t wait to get sunset videos.

I’ve had a lovely day. It’s been nice that I’ve spent it with my babies, furbabies and hubby. They’ve spoilt me and given me lots of lovely surprises. I’m very lucky. 

Has anyone else had a lockdown birthday? What did you do?

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #lockdownbirthday #birthdaygirl #familyday #familybirthday #birthdayjump #jumpintobirthday #birthdaysurprise #celebrationjump #celebration #happybirthday #luckyme #birthdaylove #jump #happyface #smile #lockdown3 #smilingiscontagious #mindfulness #wellbeing
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What an adventure we had this afternoon! We went f What an adventure we had this afternoon! We went for a walk across local fields, full of squelchy mud and huge muddy puddles. The kids obviously loved it.

We wandered for about an hour, playing and chasing the drone. The families new game. I got some funny footage actually (if you scroll to the last 10 seconds of my video) swipe for the little video I made. Just a family walk. In the puddles.

Of course our walk resulted in Isla falling, backside first, into the stream and mud. Why do they never listen when we say stay away from the streams & large puddles?

We got home and she had a nice warm bath, complete with bath bomb which made her feel just right. However, when it came to my bath, the boiler went off again! Despite the engineer being here all morning yesterday replacing pipe work. I can’t reset it or do anything. It’s gone. So we’re now without heating again. Only until tomorrow morning though... phew! Fingers crossed British Gas can find the issue as that’s the 3rd fix which hasn’t fixed it now.

Anyway, this photo was one I managed to capture on the drone. It’s not perfect, I need to practice my flying skills, but I still love it. Something a bit candid and crazy about it. Kind of sums up our day...

How has your Saturday been?

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #dronie #droneselfie #familyselfie #familywalk #outdoorsadventures #familytime #outdoorlife #winterwalks #aerialphoto #aerialfamilyphoto #fromthesky #dronephotography #dronestagram #djimavicmini #droneoftheday #videoleap #beatleap #videooftheday #photooftheday #dronelife #dronevideos #dronefootage #ourfamilywalk #ordinarymoments #aquietstyle #magicofchildhood
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I love this photo. A break in the rain and the blu I love this photo. A break in the rain and the blue skies revealed themselves and the sun shone through the white fluffy clouds. This was taken from our break to Devon back in October.

If I was going to choose my favourite #horizon, it would be a beach one. Miles and miles of possibilities. You know at one point there would be land, there’s so much in between too.

I’ve always thought of horizons as something that shapes my view, that puts into perspective my foreground. It’s not a limitation. But perspective. As sure enough, with every step your perspective changes. Your view changes. The horizon changes.

Taking each step slowly, means the perspective changes slowly. But it is changing.

Even taking baby steps can get you in the direction you want. Can paint you a different picture. And I think taking each day as it comes is the right mindset for a lot of people right now.

Here’s to the weekend...

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #fstuk1 #devon #visitdevon #sunscape #lockdown3 #mindfulness #wellbeing #lockdownlife #positivevibes #postivemindset #believe #bestrong #bekind #bebrave #cloudscape #wintersun #beachsun #beachhorizon #beachvibes #devonscenery #freshair  #outdooradventures #outdoorlife #outdoorsfamily #familyholiday #familywalk #dogwalk
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Today has been very #wintery. It’s been raining Today has been very #wintery. It’s been raining and I think trying to snow all day. It prompted a long discussion about sleet as the kids were entirely certain id made “sleet” up. So guess what I’ll be showing them tomorrow... 😂

Has anyone else been using the primary school resources on CBBC at all? Might try them tomorrow morning with the kids so I can do my work too. Trying to get out of the habit of 10pm finishing times as it’s just not sustainable.

Getting out for a lunchtime dog walk is definitely on the agenda though. Fresh air. Break up the bickering. A mindful walk.

Tomorrow we’ll have the gas engineer here replacing pipe work... 2 kids homeschooling and 2 adults working. I’m sure it’ll be fine 🤣🤣🤣

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #dogwalk #craghoppers #outdooradventures #outdoors #adventures #outdoorfun #walkinguk #fstuk1 #winterwalks #wintertime #greyskies #greyclouds #outdoorlife #mindfulness #mindfulliving #wellbeing #mhfa #mentalhealth #lockdownlife #lockdown3 #workingfromhome #homeschooling #landscape
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I’ve had so many messages about my “𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘬 𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵” on the #morning of my interview this week. So thought I’d share it for a laugh!⁣
⁣
One peril of working from home is that couriers and postal workers do not know when you’re in a meeting. When the ring doorbell goes the dogs bark. Natural instincts I guess. So, I thought I’d try and negate any dog barking by alerting people with my quick poster. I also unplugged my @ring Chime for the hour.⁣
⁣
I then used it as a quick example of risk management in my interview, as a project manager must do this regularly. It made them chuckle!⁣
⁣
It’s amazing how many risk assessments, as parents, we do from the beginning of pregnancy throughout life. I’m sure I’ll be an old lady, still doing them to make sure my babies are safe.⁣
⁣
What’s the funniest thing you’ve done this lockdown? Let’s spread some 𝐠𝐢𝐠𝐠𝐥𝐞𝐬!

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #lockdown3 #riskassessment #riskmanagement #funny #share #viral #funtimes #frontdoor #interviewprep #lockdownlife #workingmum #lockdown2021 #lockdownchallenge #workingfromhome #workingfromhomelife #mademelaugh #makeyoulaugh
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Yes, this is me posing for a “Good luck” photo Yes, this is me posing for a “Good luck” photo! Anyone else do that or just me? 🙄 Yesterday morning I had an interview and today I heard that I got it! It was an interview for my job... confusing I know.

I work for local government and I was lucky enough to be seconded into a role that I’ve wanted for years: Project Manager. I proved myself, learnt a great deal and delivered changes. I’m now in my role permanently. I am so happy and feel so proud of myself.

Having an interview, after 7 odd years, is really nerve wracking and interviewing with people you know is even worse. I was so nervous. I waffled. I made silly jokes. But I did manage to get the right points across. Thankfully.

It was the first time I’d had an interview in jeans and slippers! I felt terribly dressed down but the truth of it is: no one could see below my waist so it didn’t really matter.

It’s my new #challenge. As is making sure my new #houseplant stays alive and I look after her. I had a shuffle around of my plants on Sunday; rehomed a few, trimmed dead leaves and wiped the bigger leaves down to remove the dust. They appreciated it I’m sure.

What’s your most cringey comment in an interview? I think mine has to be that I did a risk assessment pre-interview. I put a sign on the door for delivery drivers and everything. Sad!!!!! But true. 🤣

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #home #plant #newplant #mirror #reflection #newjob #newstart #freshstart #bighair #livingroom #boho #smartcasual #inmyslippers #freshlookonlife #newjobmonday #jobhappy #career #workingmum #workingmother #workingfromhome #remoteinterview #interviewtips #interviewprep #interviewlaughs
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I completely forgot to post this yesterday. We got I completely forgot to post this yesterday. We got back from our very foggy dog walk, we helped Daddy do his 9km walk. I fell asleep for 2 hours! I was obviously in need of a bit of #relax time.

We watched the end of Star Wars episode 1 and started episode 2... then I sat in the bath for hours reading my book. I’m gripped.

The book I’m currently half way through is “Good Girl Bad Girl”, it’s a book club choice and written by Michael Robotham. It’s brilliant. I can’t wait to finish it.

It’s also the last physical book I’ll read for a while as I got a new Kindle for my birthday. So, along with box set recommendations, I’d love your favourite Kindle recommendations too please! I love books like the one I’m reading: crime, investigation, sci-fi, spooky and true crime. Or if a book is just amazing! Books I loved reading over the last year are: Rebecca, Killing for Company, I’ll be gone in the dark, The Accidental Tourist, Frankenstein, Something in the water, The Salt Path and Our House.

A bit of a mix of book genres but I loved them all for different reasons.

What’s your favourite book genre?

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #foggywalk #familywalk #bookrecommendations #bookreads #bookclub #weekendreading #goodgirlbadgirl #crimefiction #fiction #truecrime #netflix #recommendations #familytime #relaxing #chill #amomentofcalm #foggymorning #fogphotography #familytime #outdooradventures #ourdoorlife #lockdown3 #weekendvibes #foggyskies
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Sometimes #learning isn’t just about taking in f Sometimes #learning isn’t just about taking in facts on a particular subject. Sometimes it’s about adapting to your environment, working around each other and building awareness of yourself and others.

This week has been tough, and for the large part I was on leave, we have had to learn about each other and try to work as best as we can together.

Unlike the spring/summer, we do not have an office space as the conservatory is -2 during the winter. Our first Reno job this year is to make it a part of the house: walls and insulation! Phew... Then at least we have an office space.

My next grand idea is to make a 4th bedroom above the garage so that we can use Noah’s bedroom as another office.

I bet there are lots of families whirring over how to make office space this year. Do you have any renovations planned?

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #fstuk1 #homereno #renoplans #familyhome #landscape #throwingstones #mummyconstant #parentingtribe #freshair #dogwalk #winterwalk #stonethrow #lake #grafhamwater #cambridgeshire #cambslive #renoideas #renovationplans #siblings #outdooradventures #homeschooling #outdoorlife #outdoorfamilyfun #familyfun
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#happy birthday to me... 🥰 I’ve officially jo #happy birthday to me... 🥰 I’ve officially joined the lockdown birthday club! Who would have thought turning 38 would be in a national lockdown, not being able to see my family or friends, not being able to go out and have a meal or not even being able to go birthday shopping!

Instead I did homeschooling, cleaned and moved Islas room around. I did have fun learning to use my new drone. I’m so excited to take it out properly. I got some footage in the house which I can share but it’s nothing exciting. I can’t wait to get sunset videos.

I’ve had a lovely day. It’s been nice that I’ve spent it with my babies, furbabies and hubby. They’ve spoilt me and given me lots of lovely surprises. I’m very lucky. 

Has anyone else had a lockdown birthday? What did you do?

#mummyphotoaday #amwfparentingtribe1 #lockdownbirthday #birthdaygirl #familyday #familybirthday #birthdayjump #jumpintobirthday #birthdaysurprise #celebrationjump #celebration #happybirthday #luckyme #birthdaylove #jump #happyface #smile #lockdown3 #smilingiscontagious #mindfulness #wellbeing

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