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It’s almost October which means it’s time to start hunting out those cheap and cheerful Halloween costume ideas for the kids! I refuse to spend much on Halloween. I don’t really celebrate it, but of course, if the boys ask to go trick or treating I won’t say no.
I’ve been looking on Amazon for costume ideas under £5 and have found some major bargains. If you like the look ion any, I’d buy quick as I doubt they will be in stock at these prices for very long.
My dad turned 50th last year, my uncles 50th is this weekend. But what the bloody hell do you buy a 50 year old man?!
Here’s a few ideas that might help you…
As a family we all chipped in for my dad a new tattoo. I don’t think he’s got it yet, I suppose it’s a tough decision to make, it’s there forever!
A lovely wallet, pair of cufflinks or silk tie is something they can keep forever, a family trip will provide everlasting memories.
I really do struggle to buy birthday gifts for blokes.
Sometimes I should stick to vouchers!
What would you buy a guy for his 50th?
~A~
Today is my gorgeous mums birthday and I won’t be celebrating it with her because we are in Butlins, plus she lives 3 hours away from us.
I won’t tell you how old she is (she would kill me as she certainly doesn’t look it) but it’s a special birthday and one that needs celebrating.
I spend way too much time worrying about getting old, I’ve even had minor panic attacks over the thought of not being here anymore, and I know my mum has always been the same.
The thing is, I recently heard about the poor young mum who was killed by a lorry, but managed to save her baby by pushing her out of the way. Even though there are stories in the news like this all the time, the fact this one was close to my mums birthday (that she is trying to ignore) it made me realise life is far too precious to worry about ‘getting old’.
We need to embrace life and appreciate every breath we take, because you never know when our lives can be taken at the fault of another.
Mum, you may not be excited about turning… I won’t say it ;), but right now, you’re the happiest you’ve been in a long time, living life to the fullest (with all of your luxurious holidays!) and soon to be a Grandma of 5 beautiful children.
That’s worth celebrating isn’t it?
Happy Birthday 🙂
Ax
I’m writing this a couple of days before your birthday, as I know we will be super busy opening your pressies and preparing for your Avengers party!
Us parents are like old records, but I really can’t believe you’re now 3 years old. Life in the beginning was tough for me when you were a baby, you’ll learn more about this if you ever decide to read my older blog posts. However, as you’ve grown, so have I. I’ve moulded around you and your needs, I have learnt what it means to be a mother and how to do it to my best ability.
You’re starting test us now you’re 3 (I get why parents use the term ‘threenager’) but you’re also growing into the most beautiful little boy who constantly makes us laugh and smile.
You have amazing characteristics that are totally infectious, even to a stranger in the street. No matter where we are; riding the bus, shopping in the supermarket, eyes are on you watching your quirky ways.
This is your last birthday as an only child so I’m going to soak up every last moment with you. I often wonder how I could possibly love another child when I give you everything I have, but I know when I see you meet your brother for the first time, my love will grow and share between the two of you.
I didn’t start this blog until you were around 10 months old, so not many people have seen you as a newborn. So to celebrate your 3rd birthday I’m sharing a collection of my fave photos you as a tiny bubba.
My dear Little Lamb, I love you so much, happy 3rd birthday.
Love Mummy x
Today is the 1st of March which means one thing. Lamb turns 3 this month! It’s crazy to think I’ll have a 3 year old. We all say it don’t we, but time really does fly when you become a parent. I can’t say I’m sad about him turning 3 because I absolutely love the age he’s at and wouldn’t wish him to be a baby again, I love him exactly how he is. Of course, if time would slow down a little I’d be rather grateful 😉
You may know already that Lamb is obsessed with The Avengers. His obsessed began after we visited Madame Tussauds in London and he saw The Hulks huge fist. Well, we think that’s where the obsession began anyway!
We have booked his birthday party at our local soft play centre and of course it is Avengers themed. You can see my plans in this Avengers birthday party post.
We are actually buying Lamb a mid sleeper cabin bed for his birthday so he won’t be getting many presents from us, although the grandparents are chipping in as it’s a pretty expensive bed! He still has plenty of toys from Christmas to play with so there’s no need to go overboard. plus with baby number 2 arriving 2 months later we need to keep the house as clutter free as possible. Good luck Alex.
We of course want him to have a few presents to open on the morning of his birthday so I’ve had a look on Amazon for a few things to buy him.
4. Lamb already has the Marvel Hulk and Iron Man Play-Doh
and the Mr. Potato Head Thor Action Figure
I’m sure there’s plenty more I could add to but I’ll leave it there! I’ve already bought a couple of things from this list and need to order a few more. Not sure if he will be getting all of it as that will be quite pricey so I’ll have to speak to Daddy and figure out what we are buying him.
His Bambar will be buying him a big Iron Man and Captain America figure which are on offer in Smyths at the moment (reduced from £24.99 to £15 each) and his other grandparents are paying towards his new bed.
Ax
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