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 →
One for him, one for her and one for Mammy.Friday fashion.
Another week down and we are in the throes of rainy Ireland here but we won't let that drag us back into Winter clothing, let's keep positive the rain is a minor blip so we can get back in our Summer buys asap. The gremlins are out in force this evening so apologies if there... 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 →
One for him, one for her and one for Mammy. Friday fashion.
Depending where you are in Ireland right now you are either basking in twenty-five degree heat or else you are staring in disbelief at the torrential rain of the thunder-storm outside your window! I'm sticking with the sunshine theme as it's still warm outside and there is lots of lovely summer wear around,especially for the... 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 →
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 →
Mondays meals #4. Spanish chicken,prawn and bean casserole.
This is a batch cook dinner favourite of mine and outside of the prawns you can freeze everything and just stiryfry up the prawns fresh to add in for the next mealtime. This does take a little longer to cook, but because its a batch recipie I think it's worth the time. I like to poach... Continue Reading →
My fears for my children in an always on world.
The school bell rings and no matter what fun or drama I faced in school that day, as I packed up my bag, put on my coat and walked out the gates to either cycle or catch the bus home, my day was over. Putting my key in the front door and entering my childhood... Continue Reading →
One for him, one for her and one for Mammy. Friday fashion
Happy Friday, St Patrick's day in advance and long weekend:) I was zooming around the high street shops on my lunch breaks desperately trying to find the twins green hues of clothing for St. Patrick's day so snapped a few pictures of cute kids clothing as I was whizzing by. Marks and Spencers currently... Continue Reading →