Seasider in the City…food, drink, toys, laughter & golf!
Win with Aldi’s Let’s Party Cookbook!
02 weeks ago
Knocking up a delicious recipe this bank holiday weekend? If you are, take a picture and upload the recipe to Aldi’s new cookbook. Judges will pick their favourite recipe and you could win a £200 Aldi voucher, 4 runners up will also get £50 vouchers!
It couldn’t be easier, I’m entering my delicious Cornflake Jam Tart recipe! Hurry though as the winner will be picked on May 7th!
If you are having a bit of a party, make sure you stock up on Aldi’s Specially Selected range for that little bit of extra luxury! We’re planning some lovely nibbles including Basil Pesto Olives and some fresh breads with cheese, Parma Ham and olive oil all courtesy of Aldi.
Summer holidays for £99!
02 weeks ago
in Family
This time last year we were on our first family holiday abroad in Menorca. We went all inclusive from our local airport (within walking distance) during term time and got a really good deal. This year J is at school and there are no ‘good deals’ to be found. Financially we are not in a position to take a big holiday this Summer and even when you look at staying in this country the price can be even higher!
But what about a stay in a Youth Hostel? Be honest I bet you’ve never even considered it! We certainly hadn’t. The last time I stayed in one was 22 years on a school trip to Great Yarmouth. It rained all week, England played Egypt in Italia ’90, and we got asked to leave the Winter Gardens and as punishment didn’t get our pocket money the next day!
This Summer the Youth Hostel Association is bringing back the Stay at Home Summer Holiday – for just £99 per family you can enjoy a 3 night stay in one of their fantastic hostels! No need to worry about sharing a dorm with some back-packing students either, you will get your own private family room that will sleep between 3 & 5. Obviously you will be sharing other facilities with guests but that just adds to the adventure I think!
There are hostels all over England & Wales, near the coast, attractions and even some in the centre of London. Some hostels are self-catering but others offer superb value home cooked meals and packed lunches for you to take on your travels.
To get your hands on one of these great value holidays visit the Youth Hostel Association Website and use code FAMSTAY-028. £99 holidays are available for breaks between 7th July and 12th September – yes that’s right, all through the Summer Holidays – but must be booked between now and 12th June
We are off to test drive a Youth Hostel in June so we’ll let you know how we get on, but for that price how can you go wrong? Go grab yourself a deal and let me know what you think!
Project 366 : Week 17
92 weeks ago
in Project 366
Don’t forget you can keep up with my daily 366 entries at Blipfoto
This week we have been chasing bubbles with cousins, realised we have no idea what seeds we planted, noticed how beautiful the drive to work looks at the moment, spotted some sheep, made chocolate cakes, had fun playing on the XBox and I was very greedy and finished off the chocolate éclairs!
Don’t forget to check out the others in the weekly linky by clicking on the logo below:
Reasons to be Cheerful – Week 17 #R2BC
23 weeks ago
I sat yesterday at work and the thought crossed my mind that I wouldn’t be able to write this post as I was so grumpy. I spent the morning fielding ridiculous phone calls and answering stupid questions and being reminded of the cliques that form in offices full of women. I looked out the window and watched the rain pouring down and then heard that the weekend is supposed to be pretty grim too, not good for the golf!
Luckily I woke today in a better mood:
- I chatted and laughed with some colleagues who I’ve known for years. It reminded me that I’m part of a bigger team and of all the things that keep me hanging around, after 15 years sometimes it’s hard to see past the everyday issues.
- The sun came out. Just for a little while.
- I had my weekly chat with my Jenny Craig consultant, another 1/2 lb lost. Not Earth shattering but it’s still going in the right direction.
- J brought a note home in his book bag to say he’s been moved up to a guided reading group as he is doing so well. I’m really pleased at the way he has settled in at school.
- We had a visit from my brother and his fiancée this afternoon. It was great as always to see them and J was over the moon – and very excitable by the time they left!
The weather still looks lousy for the weekend but It will be good to get out in the fresh air. I’m determined to find the positives.
How’s your week? Link up your reasons to be cheerful over at Mummy from the Heart
The Gallery – Action
83 weeks ago
I keep totally forgetting to join in with The Gallery at Sticky Fingers but luckily someone hit publish on theirs early so I was prompted to take a look. The theme this week is Action and you might be surprised to see I have NOT used a golf shot of myself or anyone else!
J’s teacher reckons he has problems with his physical ability, and apparently it sticks out a mile in PE.
This is my boy after he had been outside running around in the snow for half an hour.
My boy who wants to go out on his scooter every night.
My boy who came home last night and asked if he could join tennis club
My boy demonstrating a perfect throw, complete with follow through.
In your face! Miss N!
