Monday Blurgh

I do detest Monday's. 

I haven't even had a bad one, but Monday's always make me feel so blurgh... That's the only way I can describe it! (I'm so not good with words!!) 

Anyway to take the blurgh away I'm going to indulge in some reading... In the form of the latest Next Catalogue and the latest Ideal Homes magazine... 

What do you do to cure the Monday blurghs???

Mummy B xoxox

Darcie's Birthday Ideas - Themes

`With Darcie's Birthday looming I though I would make a start on my weekly post leading up to the big day..

This weeks theme is well Themes!

I'm still not quite sure on a theme or even if we will have one, but I have seen some gorgeous ideas that have certainly inspired me.

"Balloon" Theme

This could be perfect for either boy or girl and is one of my favourite themes. I love the decorations and the cupcakes! I think Jamie quite likes this one too.

"Bee" Theme

As I call Darcie, Darcie B this would be quite fitting. However I don't really like yellow... But the idea is so cute, you could do so much to keep within the theme! I LOVE the cake shown!!

"Shabby, Girly, Pastel" Theme

This is so lovely, utterly girly and right up my street! This would be a very easy theme to do, with this trend very much "in" at the moment. I love the bunting and the paper pom poms which are hanging. 

"Cute as a Button" Theme

I have seen some wonderful things on Pinterest and Etsy that will go beautifully with this theme. Think its perfect for a little girls first birthday!!

Minnie Mouse Theme

Darcie would go mad for a Minnie Mouse themed party... she is a Minnie Mouse geek with her collection of toys! However I do feel this would be better for when she is a little bit older and would be able to fully appreciate all the Minnie amazingness! 

That's my small selection of a little girls first birthday themes, all of which I love and partly why I haven't made a decision  on a theme! All links are available on my Pinterest page which is HERE. 

What's your favourite???

Mummy B xoxox

Sleepy Saturday

I have had such a lovely Saturday spending some time catching up with my friends, but one of my highlights today has been this moment....

My baby was busy playing away when all of a sudden I realised it had all gone very quite. She had fallen asleep in the middle of the living room! Bless her little cotton socks!

Mummy B xoxox

Happy Birthday Dadda

Love Darcie B

xoxoxox

Next Spring Essentials - The Darcie Edition

You know me, I LOVE Next. Their clothes are simply the best for little ones, amazing quality, wash perfectly and are well sized (unlike some of their competitors) they are, above all, my favourite place to get Darcie's gear!

1. What little girls spring wardobe wouldn't be complete without a colourful flowery hoody?! This one is available for £11-£12.

2.Butterfly dress, too cute. Priced at £22-£24.

3. Mint/Blue skinny trousers, perfect and I quite fancy a pair myself! £10-£11.

4.Bunny and Ditsy Print Tops, two pack. Perfect for the transition into spring! £9-£11.

5. Sparkle Cardigan, will go perfectly with the pink chinos! £12-£13.

6. Bee Applique and All-Over Print tops, two pack, £9-£11.

7. Spot plimsoils, so, so cute! £11-£13.

8. Print Chinos, I could totally rock these! £11-£12

9. Another hoody, so bright and colourful! £11-£12

Oh My Days, I'm in love...

Mummy B xoxox

Mother's Day And An Exciting Announcement!!

So this Mother's Day was my first, and oh my goodness I don't think this one could be topped...

So my day started bright and early as Jamie had told me we were going back to Kent (where we went to University and lived for three years) for the day. 

First stop was Broadstairs. The weather was not brilliant, but I love Broadstairs whatever the weather and a nice brisk walk along the front and cups of tea suits me perfectly!

Sorry the pics are not that good quality, I took my Cannon then stupidly forgot to bring the memory card for it... doh! So the phone had to do...

After a stroll, we went into a local pub which had changed loads since we lived there! Much nicer!!

A trip to the seaside wouldn't be complete without a visit to the amusements! 

After a lovely morning in Broadstairs we headed to Canterbury to look round the shops and the Cathedral (where we graduated from University). I love Canterbury it is so pretty, filled with history.

When we got to the Cathedral Jamie got very giggly. I knew what was coming and Jamie became very very nervous. We found the gardens, where we had many pictures taken at our graduation and Jamie got down on one knee...

It was truly magical.

The best Mother's day present ever, making our little family more complete.

Hope all the Mummy's out there had a wonderful day, also happy Mothers day to my Mummy, who as I write this is browsing online at Mother of the Bride Outfits!

Mummy B xoxox

Baby Book Review - Little Miss Austen, Pride & Prejudice

Anyone that knows me well, knows that one of my favourite stories is Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice and so when Jamie came home from a trip into town with Darcie and this gorgeous little book for her, I couldn't help but get excited too!

Its a counting primer by Jennifer Adams and has the most beautiful illustrations by Alison Oliver. 

Darcie is literally obsessed with books at the moment, as soon as she see's a book she gets excited and instantly wants it. She even has her favourites that she pics out again and again, this one is no exception. 

This book is currently available on Amazon for £4.49, which I think is a bargain  This book is beautiful and something I quite fancy keeping for her as a keepsake too (I do LOVE my Pride & Prejudice).

Mummy B xoxox

And The Nomination For A Beautiful Blog Goes Too....

Whilst at work today I got a lovely surprise in my inbox... in the shape of a fellow blogger nominating me for Beautiful Blogger Award. Thank you so much Rachel from Beauty Queen UK, please go check her wonderful blog out!!

So to get the Award I have to do 4 things

Copy the Beautiful Blogger Award logo and place it in your post. 

Thank the person who nominated you and link back to their blog

Tell us 7 things about yourself

Nominate 7 other bloggers for their own Beautiful Blogger Award 

and comment on their blogs to let them know

Right ok, so seven things about me

1) I'm not actually officially Mummy "B" as me and Jamie are not married yet.

2) I don't have a driving licence

3) I am very obsessed with nail varnish

4) I used to be a Buffy the Vampire Slayer geek, going to conventions... highlight of my life, meeting James Masters, Spike! (OK not quite highlight, but I think my heart may have stopped for 30 seconds!)

5) I haven't had my hair cut or dyed since I was 37 weeks pregnant... Darcie is now 9 months!

6) I LOVE dancing, but haven't danced since I was at University

7) I would really like to be able to speak another language fluently

Now for my nominations

Bec of Flowers in Tea Tins, soon to be married Bec is aiming to get married with a budget of £2000! Hoping to get married myself in the near future I am super excited to see if she can reach her goal! Plus she is a very lovely friend of mine.

Alex of Baby to Bump, her blog is gorgeous and is written in such a cute away! Patiently waiting till her little baby to arrive.

Kayleigh of Beauty Life and Babies, I LOVE her blog I ALWAYS get excited when I see she has a new post.

Jessica from Jessica Beautician, I have followed her blog for a long time now, its my go to blog for all my beauty needs.

Steph of Day Dreaming on a Dime, my beautiful friend who lives the other side of the country (so I hardly ever see her... boooo). This blog keeps me updated and her food recipes are pretty darn good too!

Natalie of Simply Just Natalie, probably as obsessed with nail varnish as me! Love her fashion posts too!

Becca of Keeping up with the Joneses, a recent find and is fast becoming one of my top regular reads!

Please go and check these wonderful blogs out!!

Mummy B xoxox