Mother’s Guilt

Caring for baby chickens

I Cried for the Chickens

This story begins a few months ago, when we realised that one of our baby chickens was a Rooster.  Well we have had a Rooster before, he was fondly known as Roostey.  He was rather noisy or should I say very noisy at all hours of the early morning.  So with much fuss and a… Read more…

First Day of School

First Day of School

Ahhh! The first day of school……. I have three boys and this year my youngest Kace 5yrs started school. Like all Mums I had mixed feelings with sending the last of my boys to school. Leading up to it I realised that my days are literally numbered, but then I also felt that twinge of elation (freedom!!)… Read more…

The Technology Trap

The Technology Trap

It’s strange now to think back when my eldest was born and I was worried about TV and making sure I monitored how much time he had. Now with all the technology and devices there is a completely new worry and I now hear myself saying “I’d rather you watch some TV” We all know… Read more…

Boys and their Motorbikes

Yes there are 5 sets of motorbike gear….. I know what some of you are thinking; “Why would you start riding motorbikes?” and “Why would you let your boys ride them?”   I am fortunate that my husband actually knows motorbikes.  He can ride them. He has raced them. He can fix them.  Above all… Read more…