As Halloween is rapidly approaching shop entrances are full of pumpkins. Whilst pumpkin carving is a tradition which is widely celebrated in the US it has also grown in popularity elsewhere. It is an activity which my family really enjoys and, over the years we have had quite a variety of designs for our Halloween …
Whilst looking for photographs for the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party blog I came across tons of photographs from other holidays. I was specifically drawn to those of New York City, a place which holds very special memories for me. New York is where Dani and I got engaged. We also spent part of …
Welcome to the third instalment of our Halloween party planning series. In this spooky edition we are diving in to the world of Halloween drinks. Whether you are hosting a family friendly gathering or an adults only party we’ve got you covered. Vampire Blood Punch Children love the idea of disgustingly named food and drinks …
Those who know me well know how much I absolutely love Disney. Since we had children we have visited DisneyLand and Disneyland Paris (twice) and been to Disney World three times. A lot has changed over the years (some things not for the better!) But, one thing Disney always guarantees is…FUN!! Whilst I have yet …
As Halloween approaches, why not immerse yourself in some of the best witch books out there? Ever since I was a child, reading about witches and their magic has been my favourite form of escape from the mundane. As an adult, not much has changed. To this day, if given the choice between contemporary fiction …
Can you believe we are already at the end of September? Now that the kids are back in school and the mayhem of after school activities is in full thrust, time really does seem to fly! Speaking of flying, soon it will be time to look to the skies for witches, ghosts and other ghoulish …
There is nothing I love more than gathering around the table with my family for a delicious home-cooked meal. However, the fast pace we live our lives means that this is not a daily (or indeed a weekly) occurrence. On weekdays there is always something going on. We rush home from work and on most …
Whilst in this heat it may still seem like autumn is some time away, the days are already growing shorter. Soon the air will become crisper and nature will begin its beautiful transformation. As summer surrenders to autumn, the trees begin to undergo a breathtaking metamorphosis. Their leaves will change from vibrant greens to a …
Let’s talk about my favourite season of the year: Autumn. With the leaves transforming into a stunning array of colors, the crisp and invigorating air, and the breathtaking red and orange sunsets, it feels like an invitation to snuggle up on my sofa with a delightful book and a warm cup of tea. Autumn brings …
