Showing posts with label travel. Show all posts
Showing posts with label travel. Show all posts

Wednesday, 16 March 2016

Planes, Trains, Hospitals, Orthodontists...









Last week we headed to Perth for some medical appointments. We had to leave two of the boys at home with my Mum who travelled over to look after them for us.

So I spent a whole 5 days only being responsible for two kids. Man that was easy! Whilst our time away was filled with hospitals and orthodontists offices I still made sure that we fitted in some fun stuff. We took the train to Fremantle for fish and chips and a play in the park, we went shopping in the city and went swimming.

It was great to spend some time with Mahli without the bigger boys around, I hardly ever get to have one on one time with the older three kids so it was great to chat with her and she talk to me a lot last week.

Don't get me wrong, I missed the boys like mad but even with B being in hospital it was a relatively stress free week.

But we are home now and it's back to parenting 4 kids and all that it entails. And with B recoverying from surgery things have been very busy.

Did I mention that I've also become an Independent Consultant with Jamberry? I'm loving it and have met loads of great ladies and my nails have never looked this good!




Let me know if you want to try a sample :)  


Tuesday, 13 October 2015

Sand, Sea and Emus- Lots and lots of Emus!


Beware: Photo OVERLOAD!






























Last week we got a way for a nice break to Exmouth. We've been there before and it's a nice short drive for us compared to most other places we get to. And even though we've been there before we STILL haven't seen everything that there is to see there. This trip we checked out Turquoise Bay, The Turtle Center, The Lighthouse (again), Learmonth Jetty to go fishing, Bundegi Beach (B went fishing and the kids and I swam) and the water park.

We only had 4 days so we tried to fit as much in as we could without making us all exhausted. We also spent a fair bit of time at the caravan park pool. The kids love the caravan park we stay at and so do I! It's nice and central, the pool is great and it also has a restaurant!

And now we are trying to decide if we go back to Exmouth for the Christmas school holidays or head over to Coral Bay. It's a tough choice ;)





Saturday, 7 December 2013

{Giveaway} Don't Let Mosquitoes Ruin Your Summer


A little while ago we ventured on a mini holiday to Exmouth to spend some time at the beach and for B to do some fishing. Living where we do now and coming from where we did we certainly miss the beach, water and all that it entails A LOT! So any chance we get to go to the beach we jump at.

But that trip also included a trip to the hospital due to two of the three kids having an allergic reaction to sand flies and mosquitoes. Even though they had insect repellent on the WHOLE time it just wasn't enough. So next time we head to Exmouth we will also be packing some Para'Kito packs. We have been using them around town this past week, and whilst there are only a few mozzies about, they haven't been bothering us whilst we have been wearing the Para'kito clips and wristbands.

The clips and wristbands give off a pleasant odour and is much less intrusive than smelly and often greasy insect repellents.



Para’Kito is a 100 percent natural eco-friendly mosquito protection device. As the number one seller in France, and much loved in 37 countries worldwide, Para’Kito™ is set to become a summer favourite here in Australia; an essential part of every suitcase, beach bag, hiking kit or tackle box. As a natural and safe alternative to other products on the market, Para’Kito™ is
ideal for adults, children, babies, pregnant women and allergy sufferers alike, as it has no direct contact with the skin, leaves no unpleasant odour and offers 24 hour protection from mosquitoes and insects.

A unique blend of seven essential oils including; lavender, geranium, citronella, pine tree, patchouli, clove and peppermint is infused into the heart of a polymer pellet, which slips easily into your Para’Kito™ wristband or clip.

These patented oils mask the presence of humans from mosquitos for 15 days effectively making the wearer invisible, even when coming in contact with water, eliminating the need for reapplying sticky chemical sprays. The Para’Kito™ clip is perfect for travel (it easily attaches to a backpack, belt, or can be hung inside a tent when sleeping) as well as for babies – just hang it from their pram or stroller, while the neoprene wristband offers comfort and style with a range of fun colours available.

The European quality product is both lightweight and completely waterproof, making it perfect for all Australian pastimes, whether you're camping in the Northern Territory, fishing off the coast of Western Australia, or simply enjoying a BBQ in Brisbane; with Para’Kito™ you'll never be left unprotected again!

And good news, I have one Para'Kito prize pack to giveaway.

Prize Pack Consisting of:
2 x Para'Kito clips - $24.95 each 

1 x Para'Kito wristband - $24.95 each

1 x refill - $14.95 

Total Value= $89.80 


All you need to do comment below and 
 tell me your horror mozzie story!


The most creative answer wins. The giveaway will be open until the 19th of December and winner will be notified via email and will have 48 hours to respond or the prize will be redrawn. 




Aussie Giveaway Linky
Hosted by Three Lil Princesses




Disclaimer: I was sent a family pack of Para'Kito products to trial. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 



Wednesday, 9 October 2013

Vlamingh Head Light House

The Exmouth/Ningaloo Coastline really is a beautiful part of the Australian Coastline and like I said the other day, I really can't wait to visit there again soon.

One our third day there we ventured up to Vlamingh Head Light House and the view from up there was spectacular! 















 







When I visit places like this I don't mind that we are living in Western Australia. WA still isn't home for us, but holidays like this remind me of home and make living here so much easier.