tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31852668813958517702024-02-06T18:54:27.591-08:00Love on a small islandAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-59412342797160802502014-08-19T12:08:00.001-07:002014-08-19T12:08:49.339-07:00It's been a while
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Well it’s been a while
since I’ve visited this space. To be honest with the instant photo and message
sharing apps it’s so easy to keep up with friends and family, to send a picture
and share a snippet of our day, that I was beginning to think this blog was
redundant. However I was looking through photos, remembering days out and play
afternoons and thought how I missed having a written record of our life
together so here I am! <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Life at the moment is
great. Really great. I never thought that seeing 5.30am on the clock would be
an achievement or that my favourite way to spend an evening would be homemade
pizza, wine and a good film (ok that’s a lie, I’ve always enjoyed that!) but
I’m very happy. Of course the highlight of the summer has to be my sister’s wedding.
It was a perfect, beautiful, fun day overflowing with love. Sorry for the slush
but this is little sister getting married! Kate looked radiant, serene,
graceful and so so happy. Mike made the most wonderful speech and I just feel
so grateful to know my sister has got herself a top notch husband. Everyone
deserves a life full of love and I’m really happy to think of Kate and Mike
sharing theirs together. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">Back on St. Martin’s
this summer has not disappointed. There have been weeks of sunny, hot days. The house has been full of light and flowers. We’ve
spent hours on the beach, playing in the paddling pool and hanging out with
friends. One afternoon I even dared to get the finger paints out… <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">We’ve invested in a
couple of new carriers now that Marcus is getting bigger. I’ve rediscovered a
new coastal path that is a safe distance from the cliff edge (I don’t trust
myself on some of the paths when I’m walking on my own!) and love getting on
the back of the island. Barney has been working very hard at the bakery but as
we have more staff due to me needing to be at home, I’ve got to spend more time
with Barney this summer than ever before. We’ve had a fab few <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>family days out to Bryher, Tresco and
St. Agnes. But we’ve also just enjoyed being together playing at home, on the
beach, in the garden and eating together, sometimes even at the pub! It makes
me feel so fulfilled to see Barney enjoy fatherhood so much. He is such a
fantastic Dad.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">As for Marcus, well he
is such a little monkey. His little character really is shining through and he
is such a joy to spend time with. Sometimes in the evening I think I can’t wait
to see him the next day. This is largely due to the fact we have cracked his
sleeping- touch wood! He is very happy pottering and playing on his own, his
favourite thing is the washing machine but he still loves his jungle gym, all
be it climbing it rather than lying under it! He is getting the hang of the
walker but mainly enjoys sucking the wooden bar. Story time is a big hit and
any book with flaps is reading material of choice. Who knew ‘playing ball’ was
so very exciting? Lots of squeals and arm flapping bless him. However nothing
beats blowing raspberries. It’s a lovely stage to be at. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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There have been lots of trips to the beach with group baby sitting so we could take it in turns to swim in the sea. Marcus is a real water baby. We have spent leisurely afternoons in friend's gardens, been on trips to St. Marys and we have even had a girls night out to the pub without any babies! We've taken advantage of Marcus being on top form and taken him to the pub for dinner and had a BBQ in the garden. I just feel so lucky to have such lovely people in my life to share all of this with.<br />
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Tomorrow we are heading off to the mainland for the first of two very special weddings. A little part of me is sad to leave St. Martin's but I can't wait to catch up with friends and family. I'm also looking forward to having some time with Barney away from all of the every day distractions. Goodness life is pretty darn good. </div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-66737383596645714402014-05-20T00:54:00.001-07:002014-05-20T00:56:11.356-07:00May Bedside PosyI loved the idea shared by <a href="http://sewsweetviolet.blogspot.co.uk/" target="_blank">Jools</a> in her (very lovely) blog to treat yourself to a bedside posy each month. Here is my little posy of anemone flowers in the most stunning, vibrant purple. I love these flowers and despite how delicate they look they are still going strong a week later.<br />
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I brought two bunches of these lovely flowers from our local butchers shop for £2 and have spread them between three vases in three different rooms. Now that's value for money. I also brought three other bunches for various friends just because. I think flowers brighten anyones day no matter what else is going on. </div>
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of my favourite blogs about the need to justify what you do as a stay at home
Mum and whilst this is a subject I feel passionate about (come on ladies we all
make our own decisions based on financial/ and or emotional reasons so lets give
each other a break!) it got me to thinking about how I feel the need to justify
living on a small island. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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idyllic (although I’m pretty happy with it) but it certainly isn’t boring. In
fact I would love to have enough time to get bored!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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No doubt the biggest draw back about living on this rock in the Atlantic is the
distance from all the other people I love. I so wish I could arrange a last
minute day trip to catch up with my friends or family and there are countless
reunions and events that I miss. Arranging to see people involves a boat, plane
and train and is costly and time consuming.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">* Costa Coffee/
Anonymity there is no such thing as a trip to Costa to flick through a magazine
over a coffee. This is because there is no Costa and there is nowhere on St. Martin’s
where you aren’t known. This is lovely but sometimes it’s nice just not to
talk!<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">* Shopping. I admit
it. I really miss having a wander around the shops. Internet shopping is
amazing and has improved so much in the time I’ve lived here but it just isn’t
quite the same…<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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decision there are benefits to living where I live. These ultimately outweigh
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">* Walking. I do a lot
of walking, even more so now I have Marcus. There is only one road but it is
literally on my doorstep. I don’t have to drive anywhere, I don’t have to negotiate
any main roads, it’s just there. Whilst the road is not very long, the
hedgerows are always changing, different flowers are out, different light at
different times of day and year, different views depending on the weather. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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from the above theme, the Isles of Scilly are stunning and well worth a visit
if you’ve never been. St. Martin’s has some of the most amazing beaches in the
country, some say if not the world. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="mso-ansi-language: EN-GB;">* Community. At the
heart of any village is a community and our island community is something
special. Yes there is lots happening from gig rowing and cricket to bowls and
badminton, charity coffee mornings to road improvement working parties. But
mainly I have learnt that people on this island really care. We never have to
worry about going away and finding someone to feed the cat. When we returned
from our honeymoon our house had apparently flooded whilst we were away. However
we would never have guessed, islanders got together and cleaned it all up. And
then there was the time we came home from the mainland and our lovely neighbour
had mowed our lawn! Barney and I have been through some pretty life changing
stuff (happy and sad) and there has never has been a shortage of people
offering to help. There is an overwhelming feeling that someone has your back.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the wonderful community I really have made some fantastic lifelong friends.
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been very lucky to not only get to know some very interesting people but to
count them as good friends (one of them even married me). <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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honesty we couldn’t afford the lifestyle we have, our house, business, me being
able to stay at home with Marcus, on the mainland. For some reason I always
feel a pang of guilt about this. But mainly I feel lucky. What if I’d never
applied for a 6 month seasonal job on St. Martin’s on a jet lagged whim?
Goodness it doesn’t bear thinking about.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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We decided we wanted to make an effort to eat dinner with Marcus, this means having a meal ready by 5.30pm which is a bit of a sweat! But it really is worth it and a time of day I really look forward to. Of course there are days when Barney and I eat later but it is noticeable that Marcus doesn't eat as well when we aren't sitting down together. We're lucky in that Marcus has so far eaten anything put in front of him. I know this will change as he gets older but for now I'm making the most of exposing him to as many flavours as possible, he's had curry, tagine, fish you name it! The only thing I avoid is salt but by cooking with baby stock cubes (salt free) Marcus can pretty much just eat what we eat.</div>
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Some days I make mini extra portions for the freezer, perfect emergency meals for days when 5.30pm rolls around too quickly! As well as salt, Marcus so far has not had any sugar, just fruit and natural yogurt. This has also made me think about how much sugar I eat but this can wait for it's own post!<br />
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Marcus is spelt out in wooden letters on his bedroom door, each depicts an animal and Barney tells a little story about each. It's just one of those funny little things he's done since Marcus was very little. But the other day Barney carried him into the room and passed him straight to me. Marcus wouldn't feed, he kept looking at the letters so Barney had to tell the story first. Now it is a nightly ritual. Very cute. </div>
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* The arrival in the post of some lovely fabric and the beginnings of a new project.</div>
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Spending the weekend with my family and very good friends. We went to cheer Barney on as he rowed in the World Pilot Gig Championships with the St. Martin's men. It was such a fantastic weekend, 140 plus crews took part, the sun shone and the sea was calm. </div>
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-11874828145471360432014-04-27T06:00:00.000-07:002014-04-27T06:00:49.785-07:00A few makesI've finally finished a few projects that I have been pottering away with between baby naps and in the evenings.<br />
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I decided I wanted to give our living room a bit of attention. Unlike the other rooms in the house I really don't know what colour I want to paint it, even after 3 years of living here. I think I like it neutral but I'm not really ready to repaint all of the walls (it is a large room!) just to change the peachy shade of magnolia for something more chalky. It will have to wait! So I thought a few little changes would bring everything together. I decided to start with cushion covers. I wanted to make some without spending any money, I used left over fabric from previous projects and an old red throw-blanket.<br />
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There was lots of gentle strolling around town and along the seafront, stopping for either breakfast, lunch or tea and cake. Marcus absolutely loved the attention and was a complete star. He was fascinated everywhere we went. I was discussing with Dad child friendly days out but really Marcus was more than happy in Costa Coffee, people, machines, noises, windows, what more could you want!<br />
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It was lovely spending time with my family and friends. It is the first time in ages I have been back to Devon without Barney. Being out and about with the girls and stopping at the Summer Shop for an ice cream was like going back in time 10 years.<br />
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I love St. Martin's but a piece of my heart will always belong to Devon.<br />
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A trip to Tresco, enjoying a trip to the play park for the first time and lunch at the pub.<br />
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Meeting the new baby of very good friends. So so exciting!<br />
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I am also enjoying the longer evenings. I have just finished planting some primulas and stacking the logs left from winter.<br />
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And chilling with Barney, ideally with a G and T in hand....Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-22484387649314146392014-04-01T12:07:00.000-07:002014-04-01T12:07:32.534-07:006 months My gorgeous boy, 6 months old today.<br />
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You are such a smiley, friendly little man and charm anyone you meet.<br />
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You adapt to any new situation I put you in, absorbing new places, faces and tastes, your expressive eyebrows giving you away.<br />
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You love it when I kiss your feet and hands. When I forget you put your hand in my mouth and give me your beautiful smile.<br />
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You think daddy is the funniest person and you have a special giggle reserved especially for him.<br />
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You are already a sociable little man and love spending time with your friends.<br />
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Every day I look forward to our new adventures, every day is different and every day we both learn something new.<br />
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You make me burst with pride.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-58847296853733921142014-04-01T12:01:00.000-07:002014-04-01T12:01:09.301-07:00Ready for business!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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We've done it/ Barney has done the majority of it! Last week was a sweat getting the bakery ready in time to open for the season. Barney assured me we'd get it all done but it's the type of job that involved turning the bakery upside down and then piecing it all back, only really coming together on the last day.<br />
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But now the bakery has been thoroughly scrubbed, painted, rubbish removed and new purchases put in place. We have a new sink and splash back, not sure when that type of thing became exciting but it is! We only had a few spats and I was only sent out of the bakery once (maybe twice...). Marcus has been a complete star, lucky the spotlights and shiny ovens are very interesting, but it was very difficult to get a job finished as really there is no where safe to put him what with machinery and a terracotta tiled floor. Our very lovely friend Natalie took Marcus for a morning to play with her little girl which was a godsend and really gave us a chance to finish the cleaning.<br />
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On Monday Barney was up and baking at 5.30am so that is that, the season has started. It' s sure to be full of surprises and of course a bit of madness (eg. 'how walnutty is the walnut bread?') but that's all part of the fun.<br />
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The bakery opening is also the end of our extended 'babymoon.' Marcus and I have been so lucky to spend the past six months with Barney at home the majority of the time. The past five years that Barney and I have been together have been amazing, getting a house, getting married, buying a business, finding out we were having a baby. But we have also faced some difficult times, nearly being homeless and leaving St. Martin's, Barney loosing his job and of course loosing our dear Dan. It makes my head just spin thinking about it all. However the past six months have been magical, a time to adjust to life as a family and a time to just stop and focus on one thing, Marcus.<br />
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Whilst my heart feels a little heavy that this time has ended I also feel excited for all that is to come and all that the three of us still have to share. I will be working bits and pieces at the bakery and doing a few hours for Scilly Flowers but mainly I will be at home with my little man and I feel extremely lucky to have the chance to spend my days with him.<br />
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If my blog were a book, we'd now be at Part 2- Home Alone....<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-24058108831111412772014-03-20T07:23:00.000-07:002014-03-20T07:23:19.587-07:00Food glorious foodMarcus has had his first taste of food, mashed banana.<br />
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Narcissi growing in the garden and daffodils cut from the fields. They are springing up all over the island, their cheerful heads nodding in the wind.<br />
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* Admiring my some of my lovely birthday presents, including this lamp and these soap dispensers my clever sister made. The Kilner jar obsession continues!<br />
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There is a water dispenser but of course to reduce waste people have labelled their plastic cups, very St. Martin's.<br />
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* Loving the sunshine, loving the beautiful place where we live and loving my family.<br />
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I was flicking through last month's Delicious magazine and there was a four page spread on how to make Seville orange marmalade.<br />
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We had been considering where to go, whether to even attempt a little trip abroad. However after much discussion we decided to have a break in Cornwall. It was just as well we made that decision as we were fog bound on our first day and the rail line up country was destroyed during the recent storms.<br />
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Barney and I have had some really nice breaks exploring Cornwall in the past, plus it had the advantage of avoiding extra travel with Marcus. We spent the first three nights in a very cosy self catering cottage in Malpas, near Truro.<br />
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We walked past this playing field which is very significant to us. This is where the helicopter landed the night Marcus was born on board. It's hard to recall clearly the events of that evening- I remember it was raining and there were trees! However looking at this field brought home how scary everything must have been for Barney, so out of his control. It was almost therapeutic revisiting the place where our adventure unfolded.<br />
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At the weekend we had a visit from my sister Kate and her fiancee Mike. It was so great to see them. As usual there was lots of food and laughter and Marcus was spoilt rotten by his Aunty Kate.<br />
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We waved goodbye to Kate and Mike and then settled into our next place of residence for three nights, Watergate Bay Hotel.<br />
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Now staying at Watergate really was a special birthday treat. I was spoilt rotten with dinner at Jamie's 15 and a 'full works' massage, facial and pedicure treatment. The hotel is very baby friendly, they have a baby web cam monitoring system so we could even enjoy dinner on our own. Of course I also loved spending time with Marcus in the days. We swam lots and hung out reading and playing games as well as enjoying walks on the beach. He really does love having our undivided attention.<br />
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The Watergate is my favourite hotel I have stayed in and I have already started saving for my next visit, although this may take some time! The decor is a gorgeous beachy shabby chic (right up my street) and there is a real mix of people who stay there. It is the perfect setting for chilling or getting involved in some sea based activities. But mainly it was great because I was with my two boys.<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-43209075862555544732014-02-14T10:56:00.001-08:002014-02-14T10:56:48.401-08:00Happy Valentine's DayThis time last year I had no idea I would be celebrating the next Valentine's day with another man in my life. X<div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiBMSquPni0zhRNUDPZQHm2mZ5O_zabuv6Al2gIe4kabBTDP3WY90qrpMeJTl5-FixBi8_BgssVbSi5WSFR16cZkDCbSS7BgVsJiuwRbJ5syuK2dIOywxgSho7bmkYNg7LjjGMYWlZ7Lg/s640/blogger-image-1168338658.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiBMSquPni0zhRNUDPZQHm2mZ5O_zabuv6Al2gIe4kabBTDP3WY90qrpMeJTl5-FixBi8_BgssVbSi5WSFR16cZkDCbSS7BgVsJiuwRbJ5syuK2dIOywxgSho7bmkYNg7LjjGMYWlZ7Lg/s640/blogger-image-1168338658.jpg"></a></div><br></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-2644346219993834582014-02-09T04:23:00.000-08:002014-02-09T04:23:33.026-08:00Banking memoriesIt's all my fault, I admit it. I wrote a blog post bemoaning the weather and how restrictive it can be. Well that was the least of it, the elements have proven that destruction is much more of a problem. We are lucky, we are safe, dry and warm. I feel so sorry for those who have suffered the loss of their homes and businesses. I promise never to moan about the weather again.<br />
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I was chatting to a friend, who is a mother of three, who was saying things about your little one you think you will remember forever soon slip to the back of your mind. As this blog is meant to be a diary of sorts I thought I would document some of what I love about my baby boy right now, aged a whole 4 months.<br />
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That face.<br />
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Feeding time. Taking a moments break to stare up and smile at me, 'This meal is just amazing mummy.'</div>
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It's the best feeling in the whole world knowing I'm giving my baby everything he needs. I got off the a rocky start with breast feeding but so glad I persevered and would urge anyone else to stick with it and ask for help if you need to.</div>
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Having a glimpse into the future. Hanging out with daddy watching the rugby and learning the national anthem already. Makes my heart melt. But I've made them promise to let me join in beach cricket even though I know they will both get annoyed with me!<br />
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To be honest I could go on and on and whilst I haven't specifically mentioned 'that smile' I think it is clear in the photos and really too beautiful for words. Of course we have grizzly times and moments of extremely frustrated crying, but I feel more relaxed about dealing with it now. I know he is a happy boy and a flash of that smile is enough to forgive anything.</div>
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One of the lovely things about winter is having more time for craftiness. I'm brimming with ideas of things I would love to make. As Marcus has become more settled I've found I have been able to steal some time for myself. I've been baking, sewing and crocheting in between naps. My crochet blanket is coming along and the granny squares are piling up.</div>
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Of course I couldn't leave Marcus out of all the fun. We had a great morning at the island hall with the babies doing footprints. Obviously I got much more enjoyment out of this than Marcus. He was as good as gold but quite baffled by it all! </div>
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I turned the footprints into hearts, bees and ducks. They now have pride of place on our kitchen cupboard. I really enjoyed making something quick that looked effective. It was a nice change from my usual type of fiddly craft project that that takes weeks if not months to complete!</div>
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Talking of being crafty, look at this gorgeous handmade wedding invitation that we received this week, so exciting!<br />
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Today I had mummies and babies over for tea and lemon drizzle cake. One of my friends turned up with a little present for Marcus, tiny welly boots covered in helicopters. Apparently she couldn't resist. They are so cute and now have pride of place on our boot rack. Thank you Natalie.</div>
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The rain came back on Sunday and it has sort of been on and off all week. We still managed to get out and about here and there, meeting friends, going to a baby massage course, seeing the health visitor. Barney managed a whole day of gardening, cutting the hedge and even planting our four new fruit trees, very exciting. Marcus and I offered moral support, during the breaks in the rain of course.<br />
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2013 also saw a big lifestyle change for me. I went from working an 8-5 office job, to running the bakery and working with my husband along side working a few hours a week at Churchtown Farm in a new flexible job role. It is fair to say I was quite apprehensive about the bakery. It was very exciting having a new challenge and getting the business up and running how we wanted but also pretty daunting! However the season was great and I learnt so much, especially about my wonderful husband.</div>
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This year I am looking forward to developing a few new recipes and changing some things in the shop but now I know what is in store I can enjoy this process much more. Compared to last year it feels like much less pressure.</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-51911668745922556072014-01-03T23:16:00.001-08:002014-01-03T23:32:23.512-08:00Christmas time, mistletoe and wine<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwoPl16VZoG9gNgt-fc1JJ_2BsddncNanxmF9V9-nA7-jNGUAIQG72MKEzHa9Dc_-fjrlHSgeqYZKpJvrLSFYQDDZQubf_fwrHVULI7v9azgcfBlitd7GFXt_8sROmHq1PUbMLrppeqyc/s640/blogger-image-823748567.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwoPl16VZoG9gNgt-fc1JJ_2BsddncNanxmF9V9-nA7-jNGUAIQG72MKEzHa9Dc_-fjrlHSgeqYZKpJvrLSFYQDDZQubf_fwrHVULI7v9azgcfBlitd7GFXt_8sROmHq1PUbMLrppeqyc/s640/blogger-image-823748567.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>Not long after we found out I was pregnant we decided that we would take a long break to the mainland over Christmas, making the most of me being on maternity leave and the bakery being closed for the winter.<br><br>Barney and I had no idea what taking Marcus away for nearly 4 weeks was going to be like. However it turned out even better than we could have imagined.<br><br>I have taken so many photos and we have many happy memories. Our first week was spent with my family in Sidmouth. We enjoyed braving the stormy weather for walks along the seafront, wandering around town, impromptu pub lunches and getting out of the house early in the morning to enjoy breakfast in a local cafe. </span><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOKJbUztfB3RkwH6dtWbiY1OcvLwU2x50_H_nRIt9U6ESBg-y4xlC8bOB6p2lT9nqse0ScE9j0iCKpdHWtE07448Mr5hXlLYrMTQYVXkVj2ltNk48Tv_Xn0zeWG6Xc5F5I5h9fRYrZ47M/s640/blogger-image-704129027.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOKJbUztfB3RkwH6dtWbiY1OcvLwU2x50_H_nRIt9U6ESBg-y4xlC8bOB6p2lT9nqse0ScE9j0iCKpdHWtE07448Mr5hXlLYrMTQYVXkVj2ltNk48Tv_Xn0zeWG6Xc5F5I5h9fRYrZ47M/s640/blogger-image-704129027.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div>Of course most precious was time with family, mainly in front of the fire and sharing Marcus's bath time with granny and grandad. We got to introduce our little man to my old school and university friends and spent a lovely couple of days with my sister and her fiancée jaunting around Devon.</span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL9E6xUQEJLz-aOCn2_oOWzdXDIPM4j6p3AKDVci4E9wzAzhhxGnLNvdI5VJVYBn8Auk8TptoTDNnlNBmrT8NGJ534kDH7NhqnfCKatZylaxTwpRRQcEGwMi3Txh_foBMXCosIz_zys-U/s640/blogger-image--1516533954.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL9E6xUQEJLz-aOCn2_oOWzdXDIPM4j6p3AKDVci4E9wzAzhhxGnLNvdI5VJVYBn8Auk8TptoTDNnlNBmrT8NGJ534kDH7NhqnfCKatZylaxTwpRRQcEGwMi3Txh_foBMXCosIz_zys-U/s640/blogger-image--1516533954.jpg"></a></div><div><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0);"><br></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJqOUjybth2q2MD_qFXAdq9y5m8blkXxIHTmFM2x7hBcpm-Xr26sCjfYVoVqNrPS8bZm3n_-M1o5yIkYDiJ1q5diPffd9YSgezRCYEPJmztTlOWQby-yG_B56hh4ACXh6JDQFWCvBq7mY/s640/blogger-image--1354630719.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJqOUjybth2q2MD_qFXAdq9y5m8blkXxIHTmFM2x7hBcpm-Xr26sCjfYVoVqNrPS8bZm3n_-M1o5yIkYDiJ1q5diPffd9YSgezRCYEPJmztTlOWQby-yG_B56hh4ACXh6JDQFWCvBq7mY/s640/blogger-image--1354630719.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC68naAXmsGgveF34mHgDnO-InaacCkU2WbkFwe8Ajcf-kEaExjfpiA-JaTLmlrukg_v-RY4sT-eWhck40yiWsLBfHapTIz9iqSXQsGMgTGoRznLaALPmw0e1Pfwkg7wqbGzstcyNhShs/s640/blogger-image--1413229712.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC68naAXmsGgveF34mHgDnO-InaacCkU2WbkFwe8Ajcf-kEaExjfpiA-JaTLmlrukg_v-RY4sT-eWhck40yiWsLBfHapTIz9iqSXQsGMgTGoRznLaALPmw0e1Pfwkg7wqbGzstcyNhShs/s640/blogger-image--1413229712.jpg"></a></div><br></div><br>On the 22nd we headed to Shropshire to stay with my in laws. We had the most lovely Christmas with all the family. Eating lots of fantastic food, sitting in front if the fire, enjoying Christmas TV and occasionally venturing out for walks. Jo really did make it magical.<br><br><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH6ghdDTgmmze5H0ZULw0qT6S7sMU4C3kSEJStytNjMMmYq8WVIZUn-lICMT1oA7Z6TNV1NEQrx5FExNWDyUOFZ_ymPzDMB8voJz37vz34hoCpQIIKYTpGDXYAmSyuFWjO2husjU5vJEk/s640/blogger-image-1375263529.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH6ghdDTgmmze5H0ZULw0qT6S7sMU4C3kSEJStytNjMMmYq8WVIZUn-lICMT1oA7Z6TNV1NEQrx5FExNWDyUOFZ_ymPzDMB8voJz37vz34hoCpQIIKYTpGDXYAmSyuFWjO2husjU5vJEk/s640/blogger-image-1375263529.jpg"></a></div><br>We had a big family party and Marcus got to meet the majority of Barney's family, including his second cousin who is only a few months older than him. New Year was a low key affair but it was very special for us to see in 2014 with Jo, Stuart, Tom, Ellen and Duane. 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However as a parent your 'firsts' come thick and fast, even the smallest activity having an extra significance. Of course there is the important milestones, the first smile (although this was debated!).</span><br />
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<span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">First swimming lesson, first Christmas Fayre, first afternoon tea outing to Polreath. It is amazing watching Marcus absorb all of the new sounds, people and lights when we take him somewhere different. His little furrowed brow just melts my heart.</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><br /></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="border-collapse: collapse; color: #222222; font-family: arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px;">Unfortunately not all of the firsts are that enjoyable. This week Marcus had his first injections. He is now suffering with his first cold, heartbreaking and exhausting for us all! The best cure of all being snuggles on the sofa.</span><br />
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Barney and I couldn't be happier for a more lovely couple!<br />
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Plus Jo needs some help with all those boys! That is slightly unfair, they all managed very well with a week full of baby and wedding talk!<br />
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We had some lovely weather when everyone was here and spent a particularly nice day on Tresco. It felt more like spring than autumn with the hydrangeas coming into flower already.<br />
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We had hoped to spot the red squirrels that have been recently released on Tresco but instead we saw this very colourful and confident pheasant!<br />
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We had lunch in the New Inn, I will always have a special affection for that pub given it's where my waters broke! We spotted this signed picture of the Culdrose navy helicopter and of course Marcus had to have his photograph taken next to it. Poor thing, he's never going to live down his arrival into this world!<br />
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Marcus loved the week with his family. Grandma got lots of smiles, Ellen got lots of cuddles and Uncle Tom got hi-fives. But one of his favourite times was being sung to by Grandpa.<br />
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Barney and I are now desperately trying to remember the songs of our childhood to sing to the little man because he really does love it. However I don't think it will be a patch on Stuart's rendition of The Rose of Tralee!<br />
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Everyone has left now but it is less than a month until we head back to the mainland for Christmas. We can't wait for more memory making times with our families.Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09278514220250845872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3185266881395851770.post-78110073565230307952013-11-02T06:47:00.001-07:002013-11-02T06:47:23.803-07:00Against the oddsAs October came to an end these gorgeous narcissi have come back into season.<br />
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Of course it wouldn't have been a Halloween party without a pumpkin, a joint sisterly effort!</div>
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Thank you Scotts, it's been fab!</div>
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Now for the McLachlans to arrive. So it turns out there are storms this weekend too... Against all of the odds and a rather bumpy flight Tom and Ellen made it to St. Mary's this morning. However the sea is too choppy for the crossing to St. Martin's. We have our fingers crossed they will make it over tomorrow!</div>
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(This photo doesn't do stormy weather justice but trust me I had sand blowing in my eyes!)</div>
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Our little boy is now one month old. He has grown and changed so much. This photo was taken in hospital and it does make me a little emotional when I see it. Such a small little thing!</div>
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The main change is his strength, he can lift his head and is not far from being able to roll over. He has also found his lungs, boy can he make a noise! He also loves looking at light and every day seems to be taking more and more in. One thing is for sure, he still a real cutie.</div>
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He is also a very lucky boy to have such dedicated family travel all this way to see him.</div>
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