Aidan

Aidan is our young son, he’s our dream. You can read more about how he came into our lives here. He’s clever, funny and at some point everyday he drives me mental.

Aidan

Lullaby

09:05PM | May 20, 2013 | 1 comment

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“T’was a sweet song that filled the night, her hand pressing softly against my back as I was lulled to sleep. Her warmth surrounds me as fear slips away and the night is yet again claimed for silent slumber.” – Aidan, 3.5 years old At least thats how I hope Aidan feels about me at [...]

Cheap Easter Gift in Less than 1 Minute

07:42PM | March 24, 2013 | 6 comments

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We’d spent all weekend up the coast relaxing and forgetting about the real world only to return home to a never ending to-do list. One of those things was Easter, the time of year when mothers across Australia get their craft-on and buy all the feathery, shiny and crepe-papery things from the $2 shop. I [...]

You got to have friends

11:16AM | February 19, 2013 | 18 comments

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Bette Midler had it right. There’s something about that special non-sexual relationship between two people that is utterly addictive. Friends can consume you, lift you higher than you’ve ever known, drag you down with harsh reality until your bawling and make you laugh until you wet your pants. I have friends, many actually but as [...]

Simone Perele and BGM Models Lingerie Couture Plus Size Model Search

06:00AM | February 13, 2013 | 15 comments

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When Darrianne Donnely of BGM Models invites you to spend the day at her Pyrmont apartment otherwise known as BGM HQ, you go. I was offered the opportunity to go behind the scenes during the ‘final five’ photo shoot for the Simone Perele & BGM Models Plus Size Model Search back in November last year. [...]

First Day of Pre School

10:35AM | February 4, 2013 | 9 comments

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Today is Aidan’s first day of Pre School and we were both so excited. I’ve been prepping him for this day for months and so far the transition has gone smoothly. Even Steve skipped out of work for an hour so he could come too. It was a big morning full of excited giggles, lots [...]

Lunch Boxes

05:25PM | January 4, 2013 | 12 comments

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You think you have it all sorted, you have a plan and everything will just pan out as it should, but it doesn’t and you’re left standing in the lunchbox aisle pulling your hair out. That was me at 8:45pm last night, in BigW clutching the giftcard that Mum & Dad gave us for Christmas, [...]

Driving Holiday

11:21AM | December 28, 2012 | 40 comments

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Driving in the holidays can seem daunting but since we don’t own a private jet or a helicopter we’re kind of used to it. Preparation on my part is pretty easy, pack the bags, arrange for the neighbours to take care of our bins for us and clean the house so we have something pleasant to come [...]

Christmas 2012

02:31PM | December 27, 2012 | 2 comments

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Everyone is currently napping and I’ve stolen a few moments to myself to blog. I’m not sure exactly what I want to say as my brain is still slightly switched off. I’m learning that taking a break is ok, actually it’s necessary. March is fast approaching and with it a new fashion season. If the last [...]

Thomas Steam ‘n Speed

06:00AM | December 13, 2012 | 51 comments

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Sponsored by Nuffnang Australia. Quite often an opportunity for Aidan to review a fancy new toy arrives in my inbox and I hover over the reply button, trying to decide whether or not I should. Will it help Aidan learn anything through play? Will it suck up too many batteries? Does he really need it? [...]

Sunday Driver

09:02AM | December 5, 2012 | 33 comments

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Sponsored by Nuffnang & Baskin-Robbins My sister Stephanie is going to be staying with us for a few months until Uni starts back up again in the new year. It’s nice having her around and not just for a week, we’ll really get to hang out and just be, together. Let it be said though, [...]

Dinner, a Birds Eye View

06:00AM | November 21, 2012 | 5 comments

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Sponsored by Nuffnang Australia The last few months have been manic. In order for me to balance out my work flow, the housework, playtime and downtime a few things have had to slide… fancy elaborate meals at dinner time were one of them. I don’t feel guilty though as I made sure they were still [...]

Chobani FroCHO Pops

10:10AM | November 15, 2012 | 2 comments

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Earlier this week Chobani sent us a great big crate of yogurt awesomeness, this stuff is crazy good. They sent us a package around this time last year and Aidan was thrilled with it so I was keen to see what was in this one as they’re always a surprise. In case you’re wondering Chobani [...]

Canteen Bandanna Day

06:00AM | October 26, 2012 | 3 comments

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Today is Canteen’s National Bandana Day, the annual fundraising initiative which helps to support Australian youths with cancer. Canteen and Girls Night In are two my chosen charities so I’m always thrilled when they reach out and ask me to collaborate in raising awareness of their fundraising efforts. Even Steve and Aidan got in on the fun! [...]

The Ultimate TrackMaster™

03:54PM | October 24, 2012 | 6 comments

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Sponsored by Nuffnang Aidan likes presents just as much as the next kid. You can probably tell from the gigantic grin on his face that he loves big presents more. In our house we have very limited battery operated toys. Working from home I just can’t bear the inane noises and flashing lights from toys [...]

Aussie Curves – Picnic

12:01AM | October 1, 2012 | 26 comments

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Last week’s ‘Stripes‘ theme was fun, it pushed me a little bit out of my comfort zone and I’m not even 100% sure I pulled it off. This week’s theme is ‘Picnic’ which basically means no rules so I was determined to keep my look laid back and simple, everyday Danimezza style. I packed ‘the [...]

The Dark Door

06:00AM | September 28, 2012 | 11 comments

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Aidan is amazing. Honestly somedays (even the tough ones) it’s hard for me to believe I’m a Mumma, especially Aidan’s as he’s the coolest dude on the planet. I may be biased. There will be a moment everyday, without fail, when I will whisk him up into my arms, smoosh my lips into his chubby [...]

The Zoo and BIG W

01:52PM | August 30, 2012 | 21 comments

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Sponsored by Nuffnang Australia. After splashing out on Aidan and giving my little dude some affordable quality kids clothes last week, BIG W also sent us a $100 VISA gift card to spend at Taronga Zoo on the weekend so we could really test out the clothes. Saturday just so happened to be Aidan’s third birthday… [...]

A is for Awesome

06:00AM | August 25, 2012 | 16 comments

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I’m in denial that Aidan turns three today. That everyday he grows older, smarter, cuter. That soon he’ll be travelling the world, falling in love and breaking hearts… … but I may just be getting ahead of myself. Happy Birthday Little Dude. Always remember: “A is for Aidan, A is for Awesome.” Love Mumma xx

Aidan’s BIG W Style

07:00PM | August 22, 2012 | 15 comments

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Sponsored by Nuffnang Australia Earlier this year you might remember that BIG W gave Aidan a voucher for some boys clothes and then we all headed out and had a rough and tumble photoshoot with Rachel Devine. It was probably one of the more memorable family sponsored posts I’ve done so when they contacted me [...]

Dinosaur Haircuts

08:43AM | August 21, 2012 | 8 comments

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Usually Aidan has no problem getting his hair cut but for the last couple of months he’s been chucking up a fuss whenever we take him to the hairdresser. So I decided to take things into my own hands and bought a pair of scissors from the pharmacy, giving him one last chance to go [...]

Room for Living

06:00AM | August 4, 2012 | 4 comments

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So after yesterday’s post I was feeling pretty slack. Really, there was no excuse for me to use use those grainy instagram photos to show you the living room in it’s newfound state. So Aidan and I got to work snapping photos of our new space. The pink couch looks so good there bathed in [...]

I Love Being Around You

11:56PM | August 1, 2012 | 1 comment

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“I Love Being Around You” is the name of Aidan’s Threadless T’shirt. So true little dude, so true. Mamma loves you.

Embrace the Winter Sun

11:51PM | July 11, 2012 | 10 comments

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This is a tired yet ecstatic me returning home from Blogopolis… post coming soon. ASOS Peppermint Swing Dress 17 Sundays Take Me Away Crop Jacket – gifted SWAK The Perfect Leggings – gifted Payless (USA) Gold Glitter Flats City Chic Bangles Forever21 (USA) Sunglasses Lane Bryant Neon Pink Nail Polish – gifted The sun was still shining [...]

So Many Ways To Play

01:23AM | June 4, 2012 | 70 comments

Over Christmas break our playtime mainly revolved around Aidan’s new found obsession with Duplo, something I was quite happy to indulge him with. If I’m completely honest, I’d been waiting for the day he’d fall in love with those brightly coloured plastic blocks just like I did as a child. As soon as he’s old enough [...]

Colour Correction at Stevie English Hair

10:47PM | May 24, 2012 | 26 comments

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Over the Christmas holidays I did something very silly… I box dyed my hair. I know, I know, lots of people do it and I used to do it for years, it’s an OK thing to do but my hair hates it now. I switched to Original Mineral hair care had a lot of luxurious [...]

Kidspot Ford Territory Top 50: Childhood

06:00AM | May 23, 2012 | 38 comments

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If you’ve voted, commented or shared any of my posts for the Kidspot Ford Territory Top 50 Competition, thank you so much. If you haven’t there is still time, just click the link, click on my face and enter your email address to go in the running to win $5000 cash! This week’s post is [...]