Five Ways To Have A Fabulous Christmas

Five Ways To Have A Fabulous Christmas

It’s nearly Christmas and we love Christmas in the Purple house. Our house is sparkly, glittery and twinkly with decorations, Christmas plans are made, and my shopping is all done. So all that remains is to us to enjoy a fabulous Christmas. I am mindful though...
Five Ways To Get Organised For Christmas

Five Ways To Get Organised For Christmas

There are less than six weeks to go until Christmas Day. I love Christmas, the twinkly lights, indulgent foods, cosy activities, and spending time with my family. Sometimes though, for those of us responsible for getting Christmas organised, it can become a bit...
Merry autistic Christmas

Merry autistic Christmas

It’s less than two weeks until Christmas day and I am struggling. Don’t misunderstand, I love Christmas. Time with family, good food, twinkly lights, and gifts. I enjoy these things. The problem is that sensory overload, executive functioning challenges...
Santa’s Grotto at Bristol Zoo

Santa’s Grotto at Bristol Zoo

Last weekend I took the Purple children to meet Santa at Bristol Zoo. We were lucky enough to be invited by the zoo to see this years grotto, and meet Santa. When we got the zoo it was dark, which was very exciting for the children as we usually go during the day. The...
Dreaming of a Micro Scooter Christmas

Dreaming of a Micro Scooter Christmas

One of the things I love about Christmas day is the atmosphere when you go outside.  You always pass children riding new bikes, scooters,roller-skates and other wheeled contraptions. Bambi like on their new toys, their faces excited and proud. If you’re...