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I've always loved September. I think it's the whole 18 years in education, followed by five years of working in higher education, that always makes it feel like the start of a new year. It's the changing seasons too; it's kinda magical! Here's a look back at our September. I started the month with a… Continue reading My life in photos: September 2017
When you're visiting somewhere the urge is always there to arrive at your destination as quickly as possible, but have you ever thought to take the scenic route? I've travelled by boat between Falmouth and St Mawes twice and also taken a trip down the river to Truro (read more here and here). It beats… Continue reading Travel around Falmouth, Truro and the Roseland Peninsula by boat [Fal River giveaway]
Recently I went to Dolly's Tea Room & Wine Bar in Falmouth for my friend's hen do. The venue was so beautiful and the food so tasty that I just had to photograph everything and post a review. If you like a traditional afternoon tea, gin served in teapots and labradors wearing pearls, this is… Continue reading Exploring Cornwall: Dolly’s Tea Room & Wine Bar
It's been a pretty great week, packed with family time, birthday treats and an epic blogging opportunity. Sure, the week started with a broken fridge freezer (we had to replace that and all its contents - just what you want right before Christmas!) but I've also been able to catch up with friends and family… Continue reading Friday Favourites #24
I turned 29 on Sunday and the best present of all was the most epic of treats: a night at St Michael's Hotel and Spa* in Falmouth. We have never had a baby free night (he's 18 months old!) and haven't been out in over two months, so this evening was very much needed. The… Continue reading A night at St Michael’s Hotel & Spa, Falmouth
I'm using this post as a referencing point for anyone looking for my Cornwall posts. I'll be adding to it as we visit new places. Got some tips? Leave a comment. This summer I want to get out and about a lot more in Cornwall. It was difficult last year with a newborn and this… Continue reading A round-up of Cornish favourites
Just Delights is a lovely little store in Falmouth and they've got these super-cute notebooks in at the moment. They're £2.50 each and I kinda want them all... You never know when you might need another notebook!
In addition to last week's awesome dinosaur excursion, I also joined the family for a day in Falmouth. As part of Falmouth Week, there was jousting at Pendennis Castle and the Red Arrows flew over Falmouth harbour - plenty to see and do! Pendennis Castle is rather spectacular. The views were incredible - even though… Continue reading Exploring Cornwall: Family day out in Falmouth
Plenty of recipes to try this week, along with blogging tips and days out in Cornwall. Lifestyle Pastel bedroom - Not on the High Street Chocolate Lego is made to make your mouth water - Creative Bloq I believe in you - Sailboat Thoughts :: On Being A Product Of My Family - She &… Continue reading Highlights of the week
New blog discoveries The Peppermint Pencil Jennypurr a little opulent One Sheepish Girl Blogging How to make your fortune writing about stuff you love - BBC News Amy Writes: Why have we become so disillusioned with blogging? - Love AmyBecca Giffysnap: Create animated GIF images for your blog - Wonder Forest The best blogging advice… Continue reading Highlights of the week
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