Under a self imposed quarantine, we have decided to make a list of fun activities we will be attempting over the next couple weeks.

1. Homemade play dough

2. Obstacle course

3. Water balloon fight

4. Wash the car

5. Paint outdoors

6. Make brownies 

7. Camp out in the lounge

8....

I am so excited to launch Lunchies: lunchbox notes for boys and girls! As I mentioned on my instagram account, I always love letting my children know how much I love and care for them. Sending them off to school with a little extra love in the form of a little note tuc...

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