Today I went to an event to showcase the Happos (a cartoon about a blue family of Hippos on Boomerang) but it was at a water park and it was as I was floating down a waterway that it got me thinking a bit about life lately. The Happos are really cute by the way. They live in a safari park but … [Read more...]
#NickFest 2017 – so much to do and see!
There was so much on the go at #NickFest 2017 that we were spoilt for choice on what to do. The place was filled with parents and kids, having a blast at the various activities. Nicky and I went along to enjoy the fun. We visited this event two years ago (see this post) so I knew it would keep Nicky … [Read more...]
Mama Magic Expo Two Years Later
Two years ago our family visited the Mama Magic Baby Expo when Nicky was two years old. I was interested to see if an almost four year old would still enjoy the expo and if I would still find it helpful. Yes, most of the stuff is geared to babies, but we did find a few worthwhile exhibits and … [Read more...]
What we can learn about Not Giving Up from the new Charlie Brown movie
Snoopy and Charlie Brown, the Peanuts Movie, is currently showing in cinemas. The story of a boy who, despite his insecurities, does not give up on flying a kite and talking to the little red haired girl is charming holiday fare for the kiddies and also something for the adults to take away on … [Read more...]
A Tragic Glimpse: The Titanic Artifact Exhibition
The Titanic Artifact Exhibition landed up being quite an emotional experience. Who knew that artifacts and stories would give me such a reaction? The way they laid things out, it really felt like you were part of the journey. I would highly recommend this exhibition - not just for the historians but … [Read more...]
The South African Book Fair
We have a great love of books in our family (you can verify this by the expanding number of books and bookcases in our home) and I am committed to raising a reader too. The South African Book fair is not just an event catering for adults, but also will feature entertainment for children. Here is … [Read more...]
Free Range Lifestyle Centre: Eat, Shop and Relax while your kid Plays!
I was so thrilled to receive an invitation to the opening of the Free Range Lifestyle Centre. (Cnr of Kingfisher and Witkoppen in Fourways). For once, an event where I could take Nicky with! Similar to my experience with The Pear Tree, this is another place where parents can relax while their kids … [Read more...]
Why We are Drawn to the Train Wreck of Reality TV
Two reality shows have recently finished their run on South African television and they had some pretty unique endings. The train wreck of watching people's lives unfold on television isn't a new phenomenon, as any seasoned ex Jerry Springer watcher will tell you. However, I have to say, that we … [Read more...]