Dinner time

This is a very important time for the family , especially with boys as they are always hungry. It’s a good sign that they are growing and are healthy and you can soon tell if they are unwell,  as their eating habits changes.

My boys have a few favourites lasagne, chicken and rice , macaroni and cheese , I could be here all day writing this list. 

Today I’ve made lamb casserole with potatoes ,which will be served with vegetables and rice.   

 
Some days I’m greeted at the school playground with “Do you have food or snacks we are hungry?”. 

If there is an after school activity,  I always have to bring a bag with snacks. If not there will be a lot of complaining. 

Once my 7 year old was given £2.50 so I told him to use it for his morning snack at school that week.(which is £0.50 per item/day).

I was very confused when my son told me the teacher had passed a message on regarding £2.00. Only to discover he had attempted to spend the weeks allowance in one day. 

I asked what he brought , he happily  informed me” I had three sausage rolls and apple juice”. Surely that could have fed three people , and surely he must be full up with all that food and lunch.  No he was eagerly trying to find out if dinner was ready yet.

  
I feel so good when I can prepare dinner before the school run , but that’s not always possible.

Love their appetites , they love fruit and vegetables so I shouldn’t complain.

This picture should make some Mums laugh. A little light humour.

 

Dinner time

A Day in the life of Mummy with three boys

Yesterday was a fun day.

Woke up nice and early, kids went to school early. Got a message on Facebook to say my eldest had forgotten his swimming bag 🙈. Fed the youngest breakfast had a quick bite of toast and a cup of tea, then headed to school to deliver the bag.

Had a nice morning planned shopping with friend at Costco’s arrived there at 9:30. Enjoyed the samples of food around the store. Loved the Christmas decorations around the store . Had lunch there which is very reasonable jacket potato with two fillings £1.50. Baby Troy loves the jacket potato with cheese and beans or the cottage pie £2.75. Other items on the menu are a large hot dog with refillable drink £1.50. Large slice of pizza £1.50. 

Left there popped to the bank then headed to the school to collect the boys. 

Parking outside the school

You need to get to the school early to get a decent parking space.  But I’m happy to park further away or on a side street for peace of mind.  I really don’t understand why some parents insist on parking on the zig zag lines during the restricted times and on the corners clearly with double yellow lines.  Surely it won’t hurt them to park correctly and walk for a few moments.  It’s very frustrating and unsafe for the kids.  Come on don’t you read the newsletters regarding this? I also think it’s common sense not to block neighbours drive way. 

Found a interesting article re this on NetMums http://www.netmums.com/education/parents-and-teachers-given-powers-to-issue-parking-tickets-1

Asked my son if he got his swimming bag he didn’t 🙈 . I then asked him to collect it from the office,  to find I had brought the wrong bag 😂.  I did try🙈.

Got home cooked dinner boys got changed into Street dance t-shirts and jogging bottoms , snack time then off to Street dance class we go. 
Get home ate dinner , boys did reading . Bed time routines , unpacked and packed the dishwasher , loaded the washing machine. Ready for the next day .

Have an early morning meeting at work with my new boss to discuss my return to the office. Exciting times, I have mixed feelings about leaving my little man. It should be easier as I have done it twice before, but this time seems harder. Maybe it’s because I know it’s my last baby. 

A Day in the life of Mummy with three boys

Costco 

Shopping here is fun and great for buying things in big bulk. Today and friend and I went shopping here to get things for my Godson’s birthday party at the weekend. 

Here’s my youngest enjoying the trolley ride around the store.

   
There are so many great deals to get. 
Nappies and wet wipes are priced well here for all you parents that need to top up.

One of Today’s interesting purchases: 

   
Very tasty , great to use as base for a fruit punch drink just add fresh fruit and maybe alcohol. Special offer until 3rd October 2015.

Costco