Author Archives: katese11

A Heartfelt Plea to Katie Hopkins

Posted on November 12, 2013 by katese11

Katie, there’s something I need to tell you and I feel like it’s best coming from me. After all, we have the same name and names are so important, aren’t they? I mean, no wonder you didn’t want to enter into … Continue reading →

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Mumsnet Blogfest’13

Posted on November 10, 2013 by katese11

It took me a while to gather my thoughts on Mumsnet Blogfest – so many interesting speakers, so much to think about. In the end, I gave up on gathering my thoughts and just started writing without many thoughts at … Continue reading →

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Defaming Mr Tumble

Posted on November 9, 2013 by katese11

Disclaimer: This article is obviously a spoof and so there’s no reason for anyone at CBeebies to sue me even a little bit. It’s two years old so some of you might have seen it before but I’m sharing it … Continue reading →

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A Look of Terror Ahead of Blogfest’13!

Posted on November 8, 2013 by katese11

This morning before school, I asked Reuben to show me his “look of terror”. We had quite the photoshoot, and a lot of them were blurry while the few clear ones ranged from “uninterested” (above) to “happy”: But in the … Continue reading →

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Crystal Park Children’s Fireworks – 05/11/13

Posted on November 6, 2013 by katese11

Deciding which firework display to go to this year was somewhat of a tricky decision. As I explained to H’sMama the other day, I’m good at making snap decisions when it comes to huge life changes but little details? Not … Continue reading →

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The “London’s Most Toddler-Friendly Cafe Award” WINNER announced!!

Posted on November 1, 2013 by katese11

It’s been a long, hard-fought battle but I’m pleased to announce we have a winner. Thank you to everyone who voted, and for all the cafes for doing so much to promote the poll. So, in third place it’s the. … Continue reading →

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CBeebies Premiere – 27/10/13

Posted on October 27, 2013 by katese11

This morning was an exciting one. A boy and a girl left a cinema on Regent St giddy, giggling and excited after some close celebrity encounters. That was me and Nathan, but Reuben was pretty hyped too. It was all … Continue reading →

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A Wee Bit of Clarification

Posted on October 26, 2013 by katese11

Sorry, I tend to be a bit oblique at times….Just to clarify, to vote for your favourite toddler-friendly cafe, you must click on the poll. “Like”s, comments etc are all lovely and welcome, but they won’t be counted as votes. … Continue reading →

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Romance Tips for Teens

Posted on October 26, 2013 by katese11

As Nathan and I are celebrating 16 years together this week, I thought I’d pass on a few nuggets of wisdom to any other people who may be contemplating starting one of those teenage relationships. It’s what the older generation … Continue reading →

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Nominees for “London’s Most Toddler-Friendly Cafe” Award!

Posted on October 25, 2013 by katese11

So here it is, the shortlist that some of you have been waiting for… Voting starts NOW! Winner will be announced on Nov 1st. In no particular order, the nominees are… Beanies, Croydon Nearest Station: East Croydon (National Rail) Special … Continue reading →

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