Do you always imagine how you are going to treat your dad on Father’s Day & before you know if, it is right around the corner & you’re out of ideas or budget? Relax. I have teamed up with Consol Glass to bring you some easy DIY gift ideas for this Father’s Day – coming […] Read more…
Finding Friends In Your 30’s {Part 2}
In August 2015 I wrote Part 1 of Finding Friends in your 30’s. Only now can I tell you that I was really sad & depressed back then. It was mid-winter, so I was often cold & sick, plus I felt so terribly lonely. We relocated in April of 2015, so by August 2015 I […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #21 {Talks on work & pet peeves}
Hi. Here are some fun bits that I’ve lined up for you from the WWW: How gorgeous is #WisteriaHysteria? (Featured image via) Multitasking is a myth. How to know your life purpose in 5 minutes. One minute trick for pretty eyes. 25 Questions for your future boss. Secrets of organised women. 10 Talks On Work (via […] Read more…
Instant stress relief: The 5-minute dance party
A few weeks ago, my dad went in for an operation. It was the third since he had a freak accident in January, so it has been a stressful time for my mom but also for the whole family. After I popped in at the hospital, I drove to my parents’ home & on my […] Read more…
WIN with Love Milo [Closed]
**This competition is now closed. Congratulations to the winner, Debbie Halliday.** Love Milo is one of those gorgeous South African brands that you just have to take note of. Their products are made with such care resulting in gorgeous, quality proudly local ceramics, hand-crafted plates, fabrics & even living wall frames. Plus they are committed to job […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #20 {Setting up for the perfect nap, a Rainbow Unicorn Party & more}
Hallo lovelies. Here are some great bits that I collected from around the web for you: A mouthwatering green bean recipe. Check out this awesome (affordable) day-time date spot in Cape Town. Thanx for sharing Natalie. Love this little Woodstock apartment. A rainbow sparkle unicorn party. How gorgeous! A fun read. For moms of tots: why age […] Read more…
35 things I’ve learnt in 35 years
Even though it is not my birthday month, I’ve been thinking about birthdays & age a lot lately as we’re planning Oli’s 4th birthday. In his four years on earth he learnt to walk, talk, eat (sometimes), jump, brush his own teeth, sing, sleep in his own bed, wee in the loo, feed himself, share […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #19 {A beautiful Cape Town home & life lessons}
Hihi. How are you doing? Are you taking a break soon? Here are some recent favourite links from the web: This really made me smile. (Does anyone still play leapfrog?) How would you describe your family in three words? Love this, thanx Joanna! What is your décor style? This 5 minute chickpea recipe looks so delicious. […] Read more…
Everything is awesome with LEGO (& DUPLO)
When Oliver was still a tiny baby, we were given our very first set of DUPLO (which is basically LEGO for tiny tots aged 1,5 – 5 years). I thought yay another lovely gift. But I had no idea how amazing it really is. I never played with LEGO as a child, so I honestly […] Read more…
Internet Inspo #18 {Quotes on ageing, getting your home ready to sell & more}
Gorgeous quotes about ageing. I have to try this Brie Baked with Honey very soon. How to be excruciatingly polite – made me giggle & cringe. Hooray for Toasted Coconut Ice Cream. Easy ways to get your home ready to sell. If you have a baby, then chances are you will relate to (& possibly […] Read more…