[Ad- gifted experience] Dann and I have driven some boats before, primarily during our yearly holiday, however we have not tried out GoBoat before right on Canary Wharf! When they reached out, they explained we could have up to eight people in the boat. As someone who has not fully seen these types of boats in real life, I invited six of my friends into London to try out the boat, assuming we’d be cozy at eight people.
Every month, for over a year now, we have gone to a cupcake class by Sweet Designs by Jennie. These classes are fantastic – we always have so much fun and it’s a great time for Amelia and I to bond, one on one, so makes for a fantastic mother-daughter activity. This time, however, to celebrate Amelia and her best friend’s friendship day, we took along her bestie to try it out. These classes are on the smaller side, being a maximum of 6 people, so everything feels very cozy and easy to follow.
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Getting children involved in gardening can sound lovely in theory, but in reality it does not always go to plan. Some children lose interest quickly, others dislike getting muddy, and many would rather be doing something else entirely. Over time, we found that the key to making gardening work as a family activity was to keep it relaxed, flexible and pressure-free. Starting small with vegetable seeds helped turn gardening into something our children felt curious about, rather than something they were told to do.
Instead of treating gardening as a task, we began to see it as an invitation to step outside together and see what might happen.
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Spending time together as a family doesn’t always have to mean planning days out or organising activities that take weeks of preparation. Sometimes, the simplest projects are the ones that stick. Growing vegetables at home is one of those quietly rewarding activities that brings children into the process of learning, responsibility and curiosity, without feeling like a lesson. Whether you have a garden, a patio or just a windowsill, starting with a small selection of vegetable garden seeds and plants can be an easy way to introduce kids to where food comes from and how it grows.
For children, gardening is hands-on in the best possible way. There is digging, watering, waiting, checking and celebrating small changes. It’s slow enough to encourage patience, but interesting enough to hold their attention, especially when they are involved from the very beginning.
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Travel is supposed to be restorative, so getting a call that a loved one has been arrested on vacation can feel disorienting and overwhelming. Whether it happens in another state or another country, the key is to stay calm and take practical, informed steps.
Below are six clear actions that can help you navigate the situation with confidence, protect your loved one’s rights, and reduce unnecessary stress for everyone involved.
Before anything else, confirm that your loved one is physically safe. Ask where they are being held, whether they need medical attention, and if there are any immediate concerns.
At this stage, emotions often run high, but calm communication matters. Avoid debating the incident or assigning blame over the phone. Many calls from custody are recorded, and heightened emotions can make things worse.
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