Growing Up
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Wicked: The Musical
In parallel universe, the beloved musical Wicked is the background story of the Wicked Witch of the West and the unlikely friendship between good witch Glinda and the often misunderstood, Elphaba. Our expat/repat…
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Kids Week Theatre: Room on the Broom
Another classic Julia Donaldson’s Room on the Broom hits the West End for a fun day at the theatre. Iggety ziggety zaggety zoom! Whoosh! They were gone. It is never too early to…
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Little Milestones: First Sleepover
One of the joys of parenthood is witnessing your child’s many milestones, and this summer we enjoyed many, including our four year old’s first sleepover. Many moons ago when our kiddos were toddlers,…
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Lavender Fields at Castle Farm, Kent
Lavender is always a happy reminder of summer. But if you can’t get to Provence, you can always take the Thameslink to the gorgeous lavender fields at Castle Farm in Kent. I love…
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Broadstairs: Bucket & Spades Fun
A lovely sandy beach on the Kentish coast, Broadstairs is the perfect place for some classic bucket and spade fun. Summer days are here with a long stretch of hot weather. When we…
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Happy Father’s Day 2022
Wishing you all the wonderful Dads around the world a very Happy Father’s Day! It’s the third Sunday of June! And it’s Father’s Day 2022! Every Father’s Day, Lady Yeya and I like…
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Super Hero Fun: MCM Comic Con London
For the superhero-obsessed kiddo, it’s time for a family outing to MCM Comic Con London at the Excel Centre. Here are some tips for a successful day out. The secret is out. In…
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The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee
It’s been 70 years since Queen Elizabeth II ascended to the British throne! And it’s time to celebrate this remarkable occasion: The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. The Queen makes history as the longest serving…
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Hampstead Heath for Families
A mini-guide to Hampstead Heath for families. From Golders Hill Park to the Kenwood House and Parliament Hill, there’s so much to explore in this very fashionable neighborhood in north London. Hampstead Heath…
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Surviving Long Haul Travel with Pre-School Kids
With summer around the corner, it’s time to think about travel plans and how to survive long haul travel with pre-school kids. With summer around the corner and the pandemic behind us, I’m…
