Sunscreen And Sand In Spain

Sunscreen And Sand In Spain

Aug 21, 2017 | Blog, Lifestyle

  My skin, covered in a combination of sunscreen, sweat, sand and coconut oil, sticks to the sun lounger. Sweat drips into my eyes, and my ear buds struggle to find traction inside my ears. Despite this, a combination which would usually cause sensory overload, I...
Autism – Preparing For The Summer

Autism – Preparing For The Summer

Jul 20, 2017 | Autistic Spectrum

Summer is here! The purple children break up from school tomorrow and we have a fun summer planned, so I’m super excited. In the past at this point in the year I’ve felt really anxious. Loss of routine and a stretch of unscheduled time can be really scary...
Campden Yurts

Campden Yurts

Jul 18, 2017 | Blog, Lifestyle

Recently we were invited to visit Campden Yurts. Last weekend we made the trip to the north Cotswolds and had our first experience of glamping at this wonderful site. We are keen campers, spending time under canvas at least once a year. Whilst I love camping it can be...
The Purple Family Go To Centre Parcs

The Purple Family Go To Centre Parcs

Apr 28, 2017 | Blog

Last week we had a lovely holiday at Centre Parcs Longleat. The above picture was the incredibly tranquil scene behind our villa. It was one of the best holidays we’ve ever had as we planned well, kept it relaxed (so didn’t try to cram in way to much which...
Bluestone Wales – the family holiday

Bluestone Wales – the family holiday

Jan 21, 2015 | Reviews

Earlier this week I told you about my spa retreat at Bluestone Wales. For me this was a holiday in two parts, as I brought along the Purple Kids, my friend Abbi and my nephew Lynton. It was wonderful being able to take the children away, it has really brightened up...