For some reason I've really struggled with reading this month. I've been distracted and just not been able to concentrate for long. Instead I found myself watching a few series on Netflix in my spare time. I looked back on my posts and February last year I had read 6 books but this February I've read 4 which isn't actually that bad really.
The Puritan Princess by Miranda Malins
Yesterday I shared with you about Love Corn a delicious and crunchy snack that is suitable for the whole family. They are a healthier alternative to crisps, crackers or pretzels so an ideal swap.
Today I am able to giveaway a Love Care Package which includes 12 bags of the 4 fab flavours and smokin' Love Merch.
Don't forget If you can't wait to find out if you have won and fancy getting on the Love Corn bandwagon shop now as I have a discount code to get 20% off all you have to do is use code CRUNCH20 at the checkout.
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Staying at home during lockdown has certainly meant keeping the cupboards stocked with snacks, especially if you have kids. If you are wanting to opt for a healthier alternative to crisps, crackers or pretzels than Love Corn is the perfect swap.
Love Corn are delicious corn kernels packed with flavour. The ingredients are simple just roasted corn that’s then seasoned. They are also plant based, vegan, gluten free, verified kosher and non GMO.
This week on Monday morning we woke to snow and text message from Blake's school saying they would be closed for the day. We were glad to stay in the warm most of the day as it was pretty cold out there.
Blake even though he doesn't normally like snow really wanted to be outside. So after lunch we wrapped up warm in coats, hats and gloves plus wellies and went into the garden.
Ad – review. I was sent a copy of this book for review purposes and all thoughts are my own.
Ad – review. I was sent a copy of this book for review purposes and all thoughts are my own.
Happy Friday, today I am involved in the book tour for the historical fiction The Puritan Princess by Miranda Malins.
About the Author:
Miranda is a writer and historian specialising in the history of Oliver Cromwell, his family and the politics of the Interregnum period following the Civil Wars. She studied at Cambridge University, leaving with a PhD, and continues to speak at conferences and publish journal articles and book reviews. She is also a Trustee of the Cromwell Association. Alongside this, Miranda works as a commercial solicitor in the City and began writing historical novels on maternity leave. She lives in Hampshire with her husband, young son and cat Keats.
This week was mine and Stuart's 9th wedding anniversary. Due to lockdown it felt pretty much like a normal day. We usually try and go out for our anniversary for a meal but instead we ordered in a Chinese that was about it.
We did swap gifts although I did find it hard to know what to get Stuart this year. I ended up getting him a salt and pepper mill set, that was finished in copper. Stuart likes being in the kitchen and experimenting so was happy with his gift. Turns out he had considered getting a set like the ones I had purchased him anyway so that's a win.
I've loved roses since I was little girl and my Grandad would cut me one from his and my nan's garden. Whenever I think of roses they make me think of him which was another reason for having them in my wedding bouquet.
The forever rose is a rose that has been preserved in a special way and plated in gold so it will never die. It comes in a beautiful box which you can keep it in or there is an acrylic stand in the box so you can have it on display like I have done.
If you are currently having to homeschool or even if you aren't, you may want to help encourage your child/ren to practice phonics. After all reading is such an important skill to have. Time for Phonics is an online educational games website that helps to encourage children to practise phonics in a fun way.
This week we've been doing dinosaur related activities. You may have seen that we joined in with Dino Escape Week with Wonder Adventures which you can read about here. The event gave us something to do after school. We loved the wide range of activities to do.
I decided to keep the theme going by getting out Blake's Galt Dino Lab kit that he got from his auntie, uncle and cousins for Christmas. So yesterday Blake put on his goggles that come in the kit and we got to work on the 3 fun but simple activities that were in the kit.
Reading wise this month has been a great start to the new year. I've decided to not do the Popsugar reading challenge this year as the prompts just don't interest me. I have however set myself a goal to read 75 books. I've read six books this month which I feel is a great start.
Bibliophile by Jane Mount
January has been a long and tough month. I've felt constantly tierd and unmotivated, lockdown 3 is much harder due to the weather amongst other things. Usually I have plans of things to look forward to for the year such as days out, meals out, a holiday etc. We don't have plans this year yet as we didn't want to end up having to cancel things as we don't know if there will be more lockdowns etc. With that said there are still things I've liked and loved this month.
Netflix:
The Ripper
If you are into true life crime than The Ripper is a great one to watch. It is based on the serial killer of the late 1970's named The Yorkshire Ripper.
Reckoning
Keeping with the crime theme I came across Reckoning which is a crime drama.
Bridgerton
I'm sure quite alot of you have heard of this one due to it's popularity. During the Regency era in England, eight close-knit siblings of the powerful Bridgerton family attempt to find love.
The Bureau of magical things
A wonderful fantasty where humans and magical creatures co-exist. Teenager Kyra accidentally discovers the magical world and gains powers.
Fate The Winx Saga
Fairies attend a magical boarding school in the Otherworld, where they must learn to master their magical powers while navigating love, rivalries and the monsters that threaten their very existence.
Surviving Death
I strongly believe that when you die that you don't just disappear. I found this documentary so interesting about life after death.
This week we had snow! Unfortunately Blake isn't keen on it, so it means no making snowmen for us. Blake has only experienced snow a few times now and each time he has been very upset.
Thursday morning it started snowing and by lunch time it was coming down a lot more so school rang us to let us know that they were shutting early. He was eager to get home in the warm by the time we was almost home he was in floods of tears.
Once he was in the warm and changed out of his uniform he was fine and loved watching the snow come down.
What a confusing time it is right now, especially for children. Monday lots of children went back to school for one day to be told that we are back into yet another lockdown. Only children of key workers or who are vulnerable are allowed to go in. Luckily for us specialist schools are allowed to stay open too. Blake's school did close for two days to prepare and that was enough to completely confuse Blake.
It's especially important for children like Blake who need that routine. Children with additional needs may require 24 hour care and can't simply be left alone to watch TV, as even slight things can cause a meltdown. Even a simple change of routine can cause Blake to have an outburst where he kicks, screams, pinches scratches and headbutts.
First of all Happy New Year! Last year we had celebrated the New Year whilst visiting Stuart's family as usual. This year though has felt rather quiet compared. Last year we fitted in quite a bit with walks, soft play etc but covid has meant that this new year we didn't visit family and have just been at home. We've not really gone out either as it has been so cold and we've had a bit of snow too.
I usually set myself some goals for the year ahead but decided to be a bit more relaxed this year. Once places are open again there are a few things I want to do such as get my hair dyed, a new tattoo and get my nose pierced. But other than that I'm pretty relaxed as far as goals go and just going to take things as they come.