Parenthood
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Primary School Series: State vs Independent Schools
As if looking at local primary schools isn’t challenging enough, what if you throw independent (private) schools into the mix? Some thoughts on state vs independent schools. In the U.K., you can either…
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With Gratitude on Thanksgiving
In addition to turkey, pumpkin pie and American football, Thanksgiving is about gratitude and spending time with family and friends. My daughter is a big fan of Frozen. No surprise here; I think…
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Primary Schools Series: US vs UK Educational System
Another milestone is fast approaching in our parenthood journey: selecting a primary school, so what is the difference between the US vs UK educational system? Although London has been home for the past…
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Show your support through small acts of kindness to anyone who has been affected by cancer. I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that October is…
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Anniversary Lunch at Sushi Samba
Another year of marriage together with my No.1 partner and best friend. This year we celebrated at Sushi Samba. In a blink of an eye, thirteen beautiful years went by. I can’t believe…
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Happy Father’s Day 2021
Happy Father’s Day to all the wonderful dads out there! I hope you had a lovely day with lots of love, laughter and fun. We just returned from holiday on the Dorest Coast…
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The Threenage Year: Hello Miss Independent
Terrible Twos? How about Terrible Threes! The Threenage year is real — full of attitude, independence, and personality together with some big emotions. The “threenage year” is the blissful phase when irrational emotions…
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Growing Pains: Toddler Growth Spurts
“It’s true what they say: kids grow like weed and the toddler growth spurts are real. This year alone, we watched our toddler daughter grow about 8cm/3in during lockdown.” With another toddler growth…
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Toddler Milestone: Starting Nursery
Another milestone for our little toddler: starting nursery! A magical time for new friendships and social development in toddlerhood. It’s an exciting day in our household: Lady Yeya is starting nursery! After spending…
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Happy Easter 2021
Easter is a time for reflection, hope, and new beginnings. Hope you had a joyful Easter weekend with lots of chocolates and Easter eggs. We have always looked forward to Easter as it…
