Happy Fathers Day

These quotes are for my Daddies (yes I have more than one!) and my hubby on their special day today.

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Love you all lots and lots xxxxxxx

100% Support for Martha Payne School Dinners Blogger and Charity Superstar

No doubt you have seen 9 year old Martha Payne from Argyll in the news recently, this inspirational young lady has proved how powerful social media can be regardless of age or location.

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Martha is the author of NeverSeconds blog where she takes pictures of her school dinners, gives each one a ‘food-o-meter’, in depth description, health rating, how many mouthfuls it took her to eat it and I love this one – how many pieces of hair! Jamie Oliver our school dinner’s revolutionist has endorsed this site – not bad for a 9 year old!

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This Thursday Martha posted her head teacher had told her not post any more photographs for the blog and the council had imposed the ban. This caused an absolute outrage, she now has had over 4 million hits (and growing by the second) on her blog and made the headlines worldwide.

10/10 for this one. 

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Roddy McCuish council leader for Argyll and Bute Council instructed an immediate lift on the ban – and rightly so – what happened to freedom of speech?! What she is doing is positive NOT negative, she even rated one meal 10/10!

Her blog is also a platform to raise money for a Mary’s Meal kitchen in Malawi. Mary's Meals is:

“an international movement that sets up school feeding projects in communities where poverty and hunger prevent children from gaining an education.” 

Is this the work of a troublesome youth? Err I think NOT!

I’m ecstatic to say due to the coverage she has had, she has managed to raise a WHOPPING £45,889.46!!!!!! NA NA NA NA NA!

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If you would like to help Mary’s Meals visit Just Giving.com NeverSeconds to donate to this incredibly worthy cause.

As you know I am passionate about what we eat and what goes into our family’s tummies is right near the top of the priority list – loving each other to bits comes first!

It’s so reassuring that our future mummies and daddies are taking a keen interest on their health. Keep up the good work sweetie you have my 100% support - oh and when reading this out to my 6 year old son - he said you have his too!

xxx

Home Made Beauty Rituals - Natural PMT and Menstrual Pain Remedy

If like myself you suffer from that monster called "PMT" taking over your body every month or have a daughter going through puberty or approaching it; then this easy peasy recipe could help. 

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1 drop of good quality Roman Chamomile Essential Oil in your body lotion every day throughout out the month regulates the hormones and can help reduce or alleviate symptoms of PMT and menstrual pains. For pre-teen and teenagers add 1 drop to 20ml of body lotion.

Interesting Fact:
Girls start hormonal changes approximately 3 years before their period's start - WOW am I glad I have a son?!!

Take a look at my other articles on Essential oils including some great companies to buy from:
Amazing Essential Oils - Not Just a Pretty Smell
Tips on Using Essential Oils & Diffuser Blends

PLEASE ALWAYS take note of the contraindications (condition or factor in which the use of a particular product or treatment is not advised) of the various oils. Always do the patch test before applying the oils to detect the reaction of your skin. For use on pregnant women (or trying), babies & children, or if you have any medical condition, please refer to a qualified Aromatherapist first. 

Why I'm Happy For My Hubby to Watch Euro 2012

Everywhere I look and go women are discussing Fifty Shades of Grey by E L James - I am starting to see those fellow mummies in the school yard in a whole new light! It's certainly broken down some barriers hee hee! 

I bought this for my Kindle a couple of months ago but didn't want to read it on holiday; I like a good 'Starting a New Life Abroad' book when I'm lazing by the pool.

So many mums are getting to our school early and sitting in the car with their heads buried in this 'Posh Mummy's Porn'! And I am not ashamed to say I've joined the cult. Well it would be rude not to!

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I'm half way through A Watermelon, a Fish and a Bible" by Christy Lefteri, but couldn't resist any longer, so started reading "Fifty Shades" alongside it!

Euro 2012 is certainly welcome in our house when I have this as a distraction!

I'll report back when I'm finished!

Beautiful Cupcake Gallery - BBQ and Picnics

It doesn't look likely us Brits are going to be enjoying countless BBQs and picnics during this so called 'Summer’...

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Well I'm going to politely stick the 'Vs' up to the weather and dedicate a post to some amazing BBQ and Picnic cupcakes instead!

OMG how cute is this ickle Kettle BBQ?
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For full instructions on how to make visit Zen Cupcake

Mmmm corn on the cob, so much tastier on the barbie!
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So realistic yum yum! By Smiley's Sweets And Creations

Who needs the real thing hey?

Goodness Bake Shop

So sweet -Teddy Bears Picnic via Victoria's Kitchen's on Flickr

Mind the downside of eating alfresco is the blinkin ants...

Pretty but yak me no like ants on my food! By Autumn Carpenter

I love the presentation on these cupcakes by The Icing On The Cake

Ah balmy summer days - dream on Sara!!
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I hate camping - no good for the hair or the back! But I do love tea round the campfire, especially toasted marshmallows!

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Finally please please please bring us some good weather! Pretty please with bells on top!

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Free Trip For Everyone!

Love this quote!

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I'm Back!

Well we have thoroughly enjoyed our break in the sunshine with the family. Great company, lots of sun and relaxation, an abundance of amazing food and wine and many many happy memories to cherish.

We have had...

lots of quality family time,

wonderful Mr and Mrs time,

visited some stunning places,

steeped ourselves in history at Santa Barbara Castle - Alicante,

oohed and aahed over old town Spain,

tasted the most delicious ice cream - twice!

gorged on amazing Pescado Frito at the beach,

giggled like school children over this sign,

and seen stunning sunsets with our gorgeous family.

Oh and we have had some very memorable moments to say the least - hee hee those who were there know what I mean! ;o) sshhh! Look forward to doing all again next year! xxx

I feel thoroughly refreshed and well relaxed. Mind I can't believe there was a little heat wave in the UK while we were away. We have returned to having to wear jumpers and popping the heating on again! Some June this is hey!?

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I hope you enjoyed my fantastic guest bloggers as much as I did. I've got plenty new books on my wish list thanks, have a yearning to visit my sister and family in Paris and am very touched by my mum's lovely post all about MOI! - hee hee it's fab to be called sexy at 40 even if it is by your mummy!

For those who are celebrating, I hope you enjoy the Jubilee long weekend! Off for some Pimms and scones, tata!

Jo Malone special-edition crown via Fashion Magazine

Sara xx