Ask any parent out there what they fear the most and I bet sleep features in there somewhere. We all get that when we become parents that little sleep is to be expected. Some of us unfortunately experience sleep deprivation on a totally different scale to others, all depending on how our little angels sleep... Continue Reading →
Monday’s meals #8. Salmon and sundried tomatoes with lemon spaghetti.
It can be hard to find motivation to cook dinners during this gorgeous sunshine we are experiencing right now but if you are fed up of barbeque and salads, and are lusting for pasta then this quick and very easy pasta dish is for you. This a a regular in our house given it is... Continue Reading →
One for him, one for her and one for Mammy. Friday fashion.
Happy Friday and I hope the impending heat wave brings lots of sunshine , fun and laughter( don't forget your sunscreen!). I have a few pieces from around the shops to show you this week. There are lots of sales on currently so here are my picks of new and sale stocks. Heatons continue to... Continue Reading →
Where were we? when kids interrupt mid conversation.
I made the mistake the other day of trying to have a conversation with my husband during the witching hour. I had my calculator and paperwork in hand. yes I know you are already saying she is a mad woman and yes I reluctantly hold my hands up, what were we actually thinking! It wasn't... Continue Reading →
Monday Meals #6. Surf and turf salad with a sticky red onion chutney and rustic bap.
With the fine weather it is hard to get in the mood for cooking dinner but this one is literally finger licking good and takes no time at all. You can make the chutney beforehand and have it as a fridge staple , meaning dinner can be on the table in a little over ten... Continue Reading →
You know you are a seasoned Mother when
Your shoe pile grows in terms of flats and runners and not heels. Hoodies and rain coats are fast outnumbering your other jackets, short leather coats aren't known for their waterproofness. The first thing you do after a holiday is to get the washing on and then sit down for a glass of wine. Not... Continue Reading →
One for him, one for her and one for Mammy. Friday fashion.
It's the long weekend, whoop! Who can believe it is June already ! I am in complete denial as it means in little over a month's time the twins will be four! I love supporting Irish where I can and I am delighted to share with you a new online children's boutique called http://www.Jackanory.ie, which... Continue Reading →
Maternity leave expectations versus reality as a twin Mammy.
I am nearly four years in being a multiple mam and as friends have their own babies and head off on their maternity leave, I have been reflecting back on how my expectations versus the reality of maternity leave were very far removed from each other. I write this not to induce fear for any... Continue Reading →
Riverfest 2018. If Limerick is on your list to visit then you could not pick a better weekend.
Without fail every Limerick person loves the May bank holiday weekend for one main reason,after the fact that it is a long weekend and that sometimes the sunshine breaks through, it's because that weekend is when the Riverfest festival occurs. If you have ever wanted to visit Limerick, then you should consider paying that... Continue Reading →