London Life
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July in Review: Special Visitors in London
With the summer tourist season in full swing, it is always a pleasure to host special visitors in London. We’ve had a busy few months with end-of-school activities, special visitors, and summer travels.…
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Happy Mother’s Day (US Edition)
Second Sunday of May marks Mother’s Day in the US. Happy Mother’s Day to all you beautiful mamas and those in heaven. Mother’s Day this year is bittersweet as it is the first…
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Days Out: Saturday Afternoon at the Young V&A
Re-opened in July 2023 after a £13m renovation, the Young V&A is beautifully curated with toys and objects that define childhood over the decades. I have been meaning to visit The Young V&A…
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Happy Lunar New Year 2024
Lunar New Year is upon us! Wishing you peace, health, and prosperity for the Year of the Dragon. Happy Lunar Year to all celebrating around the world. 2024 is the Year of the…
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Cirque du Soleil: Alegría at the Royal Albert Hall
Cirque du Soleil’s Alegría is an amazing production blending comedy, acrobatics, fire show, story telling, and beautiful music against a colourful backdrop. Seeing Cirque du Soleil is simply a fantastic experience with its…
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The Nutcracker Ballet on Kings Day at the London Coliseum
Watching The Nutcracker ballet is a Christmas tradition and tells the classic story of young Clara’s adventure to a magical land on Christmas Eve. I have been wanting to take Lady Yeya to…
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Ice Rink Canary Wharf
To kick off the festive season, it’s time for some classic winter fun with some ice skating at the Ice Rink Canary Wharf. The festive season is off to a fun start with…
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Thanksgiving Weekend
On Thanksgiving weekend came and went, and we are grateful for our good health and family and friends, near and far. So much gratitude for life’s blessings. For the past 15 years, Kenz…
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A Crystal Anniversary Celebration at Taku
Cheers to our 15th ‘crystal’ anniversary! Crystal symbolises the lightness, clarity, and durability of love and affection. To many more anniversaries. Kenz and I celebrated our “crystal” 15th wedding anniversary this week. It…
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March On to the National Army Museum
A dose of British military history and soft play, the National Army Museum is a perfect place to spend the afternoon in fashionable Chelsea. There are so many wonderful museums for young children…