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What I… Kath from Kathcake

Posted on 22nd February, by Kathryn in Interviews, what i .... No Comments

Today I am featuring an Interview with Kath from Kathcake! She is one serious A-type lady who bakes, blogs, paints and is nearly finished her 6 year medical degree! I know!!!! Whew! Thank you Kath for squeezing me into that hectic schedule and finding the time to answer my questions…. Take it away….

What I….

Know

It seems to me that the more I learn the more I realise how little I actually know. So it’s just one big lesson after the next. I feel like I will never be satisfied with the knowledge I have, and it’s always driven me to do lots of activities, interests and little adventures. I did mean that I had a very hard time even picking a topic to study in University. At least I am glad to say that I chose one which certainly keeps …



Cute Coin Necklaces from COLLECT!

Posted on 21st February, by Kathryn in Inspiration, jewellery, pretty things. No Comments

COLLECT! jewellery is one of my favourite local jewellery designers and they have just launched a brand new line of cute coin necklaces inspired by the move towards owning pieces of jewellery that have a personal story: a historic keepsake to be safegaurded for future generations.

These necklaces are ‘heirloom’ style pieces with intrinsic value and longevity. All the coins sourced for the necklaces are rare and beautiful antiques from around the world and are set in sterling silver frames hanging on ‘pocket watch’ style silver chains. They exude olde worlde charm!

”… Consider the journey of coin, the tales it could tell, the
people it has seen, carrying with it a collection of precious memories
over time….the French Franc that bought an entry to the Moulin
Rouge, an Indian Rupee that perhaps Ghandi purchased spices with, the
Mexican Peseta that Frida Khalo bought roses …



25 words toddlers should know by 2

Posted on 21st February, by Kathryn in kids, Life. No Comments

I found this list of words that toddlers should be able to speak by 2 quite interesting as I am just at that stage with my daughter. I thought I would share it as I know that many moms stress out that their children aren’t speaking enough or haven’t developed as quickly as their friends. Anyway the idea is not to make you stress more… it is purely to help you feel informed and to reassure you that your toddlers is mostly likely right on target!

These 25 words that toddlers should know and use have been listed by scientists and includes everyday items such as toys, food, animals and, of course, ‘mommy’ and ‘daddy’. Being slow to talk can sometimes be a sign of bigger problems such as dyslexia, deafness or autism so it is important to be informed. The …



Family Movie Night – Cars 2 review

Posted on 20th February, by Kathryn in families, Family Movie Night, films, Inspiration, kids, Life. No Comments

Living in a home with a boy under 5 you are sure to have become a fan of “Lightning McQueen”…. It’s hard to escape the bright red branding in every toy shop you enter! We became converts about 4 years ago when my son (then almost 2) become the biggest die-hard “Cars” fan you’ve ever seen. His second birthday followed a “Cars” theme and most of his presents did too. He still treasures his collection of “Cars” character dinky cars – although some are looking a little worse for wear…

When we heard there was a sequel coming out we were all very excited and made a family trip to the movies to watch “Cars 2″ on the big screen. What a fun outing – and not just for the 5 year old! Both mom and dad enjoyed the action …

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