Category Archives: Real Life Chatter

Posts in which I step away from my work to talk loudly (sometimes angrily, sometimes cheerfully) about real life stuff.

Busy Week!

Posted on September 6, 2013 by Ileandra Young

Blimey. I knew, at the start of the week, that this would be a busy post, but I had no idea how much so! It’s all slightly crazy around here. Good Things! I know it’s September 6, but apparently my … Continue reading →

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Getting Back On The Horse

Posted on August 23, 2013 by Ileandra Young

I forced myself to do some self-analysing on Tuesday. I’m tired. I’m worn out, not burnt out, but not my best. I spend my days with my beautiful boys and then collapse in the evenings. Since being a mummy is … Continue reading →

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Kids TV: For Me Or For Them

Posted on August 2, 2013 by Ileandra Young

I think it’s a very valid question. Very often I’ve waxed lyrical about the Cbeebies Channel and how it is perfect for keeping the boys entertained. The selection of programmes is bright, colourful, with lots of cheery voices and entertaining … Continue reading →

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#GoodThingsJar2013 July Update

Posted on August 1, 2013 by Ileandra Young

July Has Been Great I didn’t think I could top the months so far, but right at the end of July I attended two fantastic events that will cast a bright light far on into the rest of the year. … Continue reading →

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Nothing Is Ever Good Enough

Posted on July 19, 2013 by Ileandra Young

I am very hard to please. This isn’t a recent discovery, but one I’ve wanted to analyse for some time. Why do I always push? Why is nothing ever good enough? Consider: Since officially leaving my last job (February) and … Continue reading →

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