A one child family is really a strange phenomenon to some. "Really? You just have the one?" "Shame, she must be so lonely." "Don't wait too long, its not nice to have a big age gap." "So, when's the next one coming?" "You should tell mommy and daddy to get you a brother or sister." … Continue reading An early decision, and the other reasons why we only have one child
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So… How old are you?
Remember when we were kids, and someone would ask, "how old are you now?" Excitedly, proudly even, we'd answer, "nine, and I'm going to be ten in four months!" I was reminded of those days during the holiday. There were two older girls where we were staying, who were really sweet to Zee. Chatting to … Continue reading So… How old are you?
Black Horse Brewery
During our recent stay in Magaliesburg, we found Black Horse Brewery in a "things to do" brochure. I recognised the name from a post I'd seen on The Blessed Barrenness. Sharon had written about how fantastic the place is, so I was keen to see for myself. We headed to Black Horse late one afternoon for an early … Continue reading Black Horse Brewery
2016, you got me all reflective and stuff.
2016 has been quite a year. Everyone you talk to, and all over social media, people are more than ready to bid farewell to 2016. And our family? Well, Shawn has had one of the roughest years at work,... I did a phenomenal job of breaking my toe, and for a little while there found … Continue reading 2016, you got me all reflective and stuff.
Zeeview | Johnson’s Baby Gentle Protect Bath
We were in Dischem recently, with Zee happily pulling the little wheeled basket around, and daddy close by reminding her to be alert and not run over anyone's toes. We were in the baby aisle, and I think it was the first time I noticed that the only other moms and dads there were those … Continue reading Zeeview | Johnson’s Baby Gentle Protect Bath