Author Archives: Nan

This blog is not happening, for several reasons. Mostly, I think that my muses are getting to old to be written about by me: their antics and personalities, their reputations, etc, etc. I would love to write about my challenges … Continue reading →

Hello! We’re all good here. For this week’s book reviews, go to The Other Pocket.  

It’s getting Autumn-ish here, with a definite nip in the air. Chas and Sam had to ride to school in the rain yesterday morning, all rainproofed and snuggly, which they found exciting. Long may the excitement last… I’ve got all … Continue reading →

Well it was a rainy Saturday, so we took the chance to do cool crafty stuff! Yes folks! Chas’ project is a CAR with a motor and four-wheel drive. Note the mega-awesome carved balsa body, the cogs and thingies. Max’s … Continue reading →

First day of school: Dawned bright and sunny. Sam lost one locker key within 6 minutes of getting it, and all day long older boys gave the new boys wrong information (“Science lab 12? That way! And tighten that tie … Continue reading →

I’ve never been happy for the holidays to end before… I think that being in a new place, and the boys being kinda grown up, have made us ready for routine again. Anyway, I’m seriously glad that Monday is nearly … Continue reading →

I haven’t been writing much here… I’ve been so busy, and I’m trying to get all organized before school starts so that I can get to writing with earning money in mind. Send good vibes! Lately my writing has been … Continue reading →

SAND! Lots of! Train tickets Bus tickets Receipts for ice cream More sand Sweetie wrappers Lists that have been washed and become a paper lump. Summer is almost over! It’s been so good, and we have seen many of the … Continue reading →

It’s been ONE YEAR since we moved to the UK! I’m celebrating by having a very normal busy day, including taking one child to the printers to get the Newsletter out. (Worthy of celebration in itself!) HOWEVER, this weekend is … Continue reading →