Netflix Recommendations

Helloo,

Something that we all love, Netflix!!!! If you don't have it already then seriously you need to jump on board. The basic package is £5.99 a month, that's all you need to be honest.

I spend a lot of time at home, just genuinely as a parent you do but now I work from home too. My days and evenings are being spent watching Netflix. Luckily, one upside to being a single parent - don't have to share the television choice. I decided Netflix was a good way to cure the boredom of the nights spent alone once Corey has gone to bed. I can get through TV series quite quickly especially once I'm hooked.

I am not even going to attempt recommending movies, as there are far too many and it is all down to personal preference. But TV series are different so here are some of my Netflix recommendations:

Friends

Coming soon to Netflix. A classic that we all know and love. Everyone watches but when was the last time you watched from beginning to end in order? It is really strange doing it but so worth it. 

Pretty Little Liars

This is a new recent find for me after many blogger recommendations. I'm currently half way through and safe to say I am obsessed. It is by far one of my top ever series. All about four friends in school and a missing person investigation. 

Orange Is The New Black

I am yet to watch this, it is a Netflix original but I have only heard very good things - it is next on my list. Story line is do with girls is prison.  

The Walking Dead

I am not into zombies at all, I watched the first few episodes which were pretty amazing. But it started to get a bit too gruesome for my liking. If it sounds like something you would like, then go for it.

Gossip Girl

Pretty much exactly what it sounds like - very girly. I love it! Admittedly I have only watched the first few series when they came out, but I will finish it off with my long list to watch. I hear it gets better as it goes on :)

The Prison Break

I wondered whether I would like this or not. Certainly need to watch first couple of episodes to get into it properly but then it is amazing. The title explains what it is all about plus with Wentworth Miller for eye candy, just yummy!

Breaking Bad

I'm not even going to tell you the plot of this as it is one you need to watch to find out. I was really surprised but in a good way, it is much more interesting than I ever thought and by seems of it everyone else thinks the same too. It is brilliant!

Charmed

I don't know how big this is in UK but I know it is still huge in America. I love it, for me it is one of those just like Friends that can watch an episode over and over and not get bored. It is about supernatural stuff, witches fighting demons. I love it! 

Scrubs

We all know what Scrubs is, I got so excited when I found they had all the series on Netflix. Doctors living lives, such a good comedy to watch!

Some other suggestions are: Vampire Diaries, 24, House Of Cards, Fringe, The Bridge and more..

They have sooooo many it is unbelieveable. Your TV choices are sorted for months. I just wish they had a better selection of newer movies as I would like to see them too! 

Whilst writing this post I came across a blogger's Netflix tag that I saw on Alice's blog which you should check out here - I think I will give it a go at some point I think :)

What is your favourite TV series?! Leave me your recommendations in the comments..

Love, Gemma xo

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H&A Bathtime Buddies - Alphabet Set*

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I have an exciting review today on a lovely bath set from H&A Bathtime Buddies - Alphabet Set* :)

Age Range: 3+
Price: £3.30
Where To Buy: Asda, Sainsbury's, Tescos and Wilko
Info: Check out their website for more info by clicking here,

Included are 65 foam letters in various colours and duplicate letters especially vowels. They stick to the bath or tiles when wet, very easily. The lid has holes in - so that you can scoop up the letters, put the lid on and turn upside down to drain properly. They do dry thoroughly and don't feel like they would go mouldy after a while if looked after which was a concern of mine as with any bath toys. Great quality and price :)

I have written in the past about educating pre-schoolers and now Corey has actually just started school. Corey is pretty smart for his age as his teachers keep telling me and the next step is phonics and reading. He can recognise some letters and some small words like Corey or mummy. I'm so proud and keep thinking of more ways to bring fun into learning at home. Corey really enjoys his bath, he would spend an hour in there if I let him and he loves the idea of going all wrinkly. This is a great way to learn in the bath, just little bits at a time can really help with a child's memory and maybe letter by letter he will pick up more bits gradually :)

H&A also offer lots of amazing products of many of our children's favourite characters like Frozen, Thomas, Spongebob and some more Disney favourites. All of these seem to be products such as shampoo's etc, faceclothes and some other little bits. I am sure Corey will want to try some of his favourite characters :)

The Alphabet Set is part of the H&A Bathtime Buddies range which can be viewed here. It is fun toys for the bath. I really want to go pick up some more of their products for this including one of their Mr & Mrs Clock which is only £1 - what a cute way to learn the time :)

I managed to get a little video of Corey singing his alphabet, he got a bit distracted in the middle but you can view below:


So there you have it, be sure to check out the wonderful H&A ranges and pick up some bits - I think it's a fantastic bargain :) Safe to say we highly recommend 100%!

Love, Gemma xo

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*I was sent these products free of charge in exchange for a review in a post which enables me too enter for the chance to become part of an official H&A blogging ambassador programme 'Fun Squad' - fingers crossed!*

Silent Sunday #27

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Games Night :)

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I started off trying to write a post on my recent purchases but it wasn't very interesting to be honest, I haven't brought anything decent. Except, some games. I am so excited Corey is at that age now that I can try and teach him to play proper games.

We are in an era where technology has taken over a bit with our children which I am all for don't get me wrong. It's the way things are heading so why not just jump on board. I was born in '93 just when technology was really coming about so I have grown up with it and was fortunate enough to be able to get all the latest things. But I got to enjoy the days of playing rounders with my friends at the field behind my house, going bowling and doing all these things. Things that children these days don't seem to get to do anymore. They rather be playing on the PS4 or something!

I used to love to play board games and now Corey is at school, I am finding out time together even more precious whilst trying to adjust that it feels like such little time. Trying to make the most of it, enjoying our evenings. One night a week will be spent having dinner at my grandparents whom we are very close too. Plus now weekly we will have a games night hence this post really.

I have started off our collection with these two:

I remember endless of hours of Connect 4 when I was little. Operation, I really can't remember playing it at all but remember wishing I was.

Here is our first night of games:

It was so much fun, and Corey loved it. Although he was quite tired on that particular day. With Connect 4, he liked emptying the things before the game was actually over. Operation was good to try, its funny on what is actually on this guys insides. I was assuming you know a heart, lungs usual body parts but no it was a controller, phone etc!

Certainly a weekly thing from now on :) The other day we even played Frustration at my mums! I already own Monopoly but I know Corey is far too young for that. Time to grow my collection, I'm thinking Mouse Trap. Is Buckaroo around still these days?!

What suggestions do you have? :) Maybe a favourite from your childhood maybe? Guess Who was mine :)

Love, Gemma xo

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Silent Sunday #26

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Skimlinks Test

Silent Sunday #25

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First Day Of School!!

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Yesterday, we hit a very big life milestone. My Corey, started 'big boy school' in a class which is between pre-school and reception. But very play based learning like pre-school but more structured and able to teach more like a reception. Corey is ready to be taught so this is a great place for him to start. I explained all about it in another post, click here to check that out and find more information about it.

So here is my handsome little bubsy in his school uniform, how freaking adorable?! It was so cute. Nothing beats that moment of putting on his uniform for the first time, it was just one of those memorable times. Now here he is coat, bag and umbrella - all ready to go..

And a closer look at some of his bits. You will be surprised to know that actually everything came from Tesco Clothing School Uniform Shop and did not cost much at all really. Such a bargain and really good quality. Highly recommend!

Of course it wouldn't be a first day without a picture with mummy, I admit I couldn't get a great one but here we go:

So off we went and met his dad who joined us for first day drop off. I managed to not cry, I don't know how but I knew I had to hold it in to make it better for Corey. It went well, he had a cuddle before I left and just got on with it really.

Before we left, he mentioned about wanting to stay home with me so I instantly thought here we go, its started. But it was fine, Corey has been going to nursery since he was 9 months old. But it was never full time. Maybe an issue will arise there in a week or two and realises Who knows! He will get used to it either way :) Hopefully I will too..

When I went to pick him up, he was happy to see his mummy of course. I had a big cuddle and the teacher told me how excellent Corey had been. He was very proud to show me he had been given a 'super star' sticker for tidying up. I was so glad to have him back for the evening though. He told me all about and seemed to have really enjoyed himself which is a big relief :)

This morning it was our second school run, in the absolute pouring rain, which was a pain in the bum. But I guess you don't have a choice when they are in school every day really.

It is a strange concept because I am having to wake up before 7 to get ready, home by 9.15. To be honest, not going to lie but I was very lucky and we didn't used to get out of bed until 10 every day so the change is something I need to get used too. But will certainly do me some good!

As Corey is my only child and now at that school age, my original plan was to go back into work. However, I am now officially a self-employed blogger which means working from home. Its great because I can earn money doing something I love, it also means I am there for schools runs and get that extra evening time which I wouldn't of got in an office or something. It has worked out well! But what do I do all day? I can't blog all day - I do not have enough to say.

How did you cope with spending your days alone once children were in school?

Love, Gemma xo

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