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Making Time For Pastimes

January 11, 2015 · by munchiesandmunchkins · Leave a Comment

Before we had children we would easily watch 4 or 5 films a week.. I would also read a minimum of 3 books a week and I worked full time AND had a social life. Since we had children a lot of the hobbies we enjoyed seemed to vanish into the oblivion which also stole our sleep. Arrhhhh.

But. And this is a big BUT I’ve started to realise we really need those things which help us relax, to unwind ..to be someone other than mum or dad for an hour or two.

So I’m making time for it. When the children go to bed ( if they both happen to sleep at the same time ) I’m going to take a break. Maybe not every night but at least once a week and watch a film. I was a bit inspired by the Mummy Barrow film club too and I think we are going to follow with interest the films that are watched and maybe join in with one or two. Last night we watched Jack Reacher – not without a few interruptions of course.. Thanks Chloe. Quite a good film although can I admit I’m not really a Tom Cruise fan?

Next we are moving onto some Eighties Classics .. I asked on social media for some recommendations and we have some great films to look forward to. Can you believe I’ve never watched Working Girl? or Stand By Me?

As for books I’m currently reading If I Stay by Gayle Forman ..it’s too early for me to give a verdict as I’m only a few pages in but I’ll let you know when I’m done.

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I’ve actually managed to finish one book already this year – Postcard Killers by James Patterson. I find his books quick and easy to read as although they are thrillers and fairly chilling they tend to grip you so much that you want to finish it as quickly as possible and this one was no different. I enjoyed but it wasn’t one of his best in my opinion.

Last year I challenged myself to read a certain amount of books. It didn’t happen and I was annoyed so this year there is no figure just a promise to myself that I will make more time for these things I enjoy.

So a year of cooking..reading and watching films lies ahead. I suppose I better squeeze some exercise somewhere too 🙂

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Filed Under: Books · Tagged: Books, films, if I stay review, James Patterson

Keeping Everyone Happy At Camp Bestival- The Den

July 11, 2014 · by munchiesandmunchkins · Leave a Comment

Camp Bestival is a holiday for everyone. There really is something for all ages. When we go obviously we look for the toddler friendly but if you are taking older children/teens take a look at what is coming to this years CB:

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Yes that’s right an area specifically set aside for 13-17year olds. Described as a micro festival within a festival it will have something for all tastes.

With bands, DJs, spoken word and film screenings I kinda want to pop into the den myself!

The Den’s genre-swerving line-up won’t disappoint, either – whether its contemporary folk, live drum & bass or house that rings your bell, you better come prepared to hear some future stars. There will be live sets from founders of brand new genre Fip Fok, CoCo and the Butterfields, Cornish surfer and singer songwriter Nathan Ball, live drum & bass four-piece Animal House, the darkly melodic Fran Lobo, R&B pop force Karyma Ellis, Uke warriors Medina Ukulele Orchestra, nu-soulster Christen Kwama, acoustic troubadour Ali Gauld, multi-genre rap artist ShaoDow, classically trained Tyler Rix and party hip-hoppers Too Many T’s . Plus there will be DJ sets from Pharaoh K & Absynth, DJ Lukey, SGI DJs, Rats In Me Kitchen, Stanley Hood, Hadda and Erol Sabadosh.

Also did you know day tickets are now on sale.. These are really limited so snap em up while you can:

Camp Bestival Info and Tickets
Ticketline: 0844 888 4410

Limited Day Tickets available now:

Adult Day Ticket – £60 per day

Age 15 to 17 Day Ticket – £35 per day

Age 11-14 Day Ticket – £30 per day

Age 5 – 10 Day Ticket – £15 per day

Age 4 & Under Day Ticket – FREE (but ticket required)

Day Car Parking – £5 cash available in advance or payable on arrival

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Filed Under: Camp Bestival, Festivals and Camping · Tagged: camp bestival, den, djs, films, music, teenagers

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