Hello there! I cannot believe I am back at school today. That week just whizzed by.
I’ll be grabbing sips of a cooling cup of tea, most likely, as you read about my week!
- If we were having chai, I’d start by saying I honestly feel like I need another week off after the excitement of this week!
- If we were having chai, I’d tell you we spent most of Monday and Tuesday getting prepped for our very special guests who were arriving on Wednesday. However, I was always up before everyone else, and as they do like their sleep, so I enjoyed some lovely sunrises!
- If we were having chai, I’d say that it was Valentine’s Day on Tuesday, and though we didn’t do anything special, because Hubby Dearest had a terrible toothache, I did receive some gorgeous flowers!
- If we were having chai, I’d tell you that A long-awaited visit from the Finndians took place, for a few days. My brother and his family arrived and stayed a few days with us. It was such a special trip, as I finally got quality time with my nephew They are adorable, funny, cute little monkeys with so much energy! We had a blast wth them, but the time just flew by so fast. I am just wishing for the next time we get together.
- If we were having chai, I’d mention that I was truly run down after the visit and spent most of Saturday in bed with the beginnings of a cold. But, I think I am feeling a little better now!
- If we were having chai, I would give you a snippet of Sonu Singh! He was unsure of the two little people who invaded his home, if I am honest! Sonu is used to the voices as he is usually sitting by me when we video call, but he’s always been apprehensive of strangers, especially small ones. It took all three days to get him to finally come out of hiding in my office and to sit in a room with the two terrors who really wanted to be his friends. In fact, I know my step count went up as my youngest nephew kept on asking me to go upstairs with him to see if Sonu was still scared or not! Still, here he is in his little tunnel which was his home for the couple of days house arrest!
This week we are back in school. Lots of things going on, as usual, but the biggest will be Lil Princess turning 15 on Monday! I’ve had such a busy half-term week, I hope I can get through the week without hitting exhaustion!
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But I Smile Anyway... 
Feb 23, 2023 @ 22:00:26
How lovely that you had a visit from your brother and his family. Sonu Singh made me laugh. I hope your daughter had a lovely birthday. My youngest will be 15 too in four months time. How fast it all flies by. My middle one has just turned 17 and is muttering things about driving lessons and motorbikes. Eek. Hope you have a lovely weekend. CJ xx
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Feb 24, 2023 @ 06:18:19
It was lovely, CJ!
Oh and eldest is off on an abroad school trip for the first time alone… I’m so nervous! Xx
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Feb 23, 2023 @ 18:23:09
Hi Ritu, I am so happy you had such a great time with your brother and his family. I hope your cold disappeared and you are fine now. I saw it was your daughter’s birthday. Gosh! 15!
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Feb 23, 2023 @ 18:23:52
Thank you, Robbie.
We had a wonderful time 🥰
And, yes… I can’t believe she’s 15!
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Feb 24, 2023 @ 16:02:57
💗
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Feb 21, 2023 @ 20:12:21
Happy Birthday to LilPrincess also from me, Sis! Great to see how Sonu is caring for his home. 😉 I wish you a wonderful week! xx Michael
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Feb 21, 2023 @ 20:27:35
Thanks, Bro! Hope you have a great week, too 🤗
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 21:44:40
How wonderful to visit with your parents and have your brother visit from Finland. You must be exhausted but very happy. Happy birthday to Lil Princess!!
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 21:47:40
I’m happy but so tired, Jennie!!!
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 23:23:17
I bet you are!!!!!
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 19:42:54
Happy Birthday to LilPrincess, Sis 💖
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 20:09:22
Thank you Aunty Erika 💛
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 20:29:32
💖💖
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 19:16:51
Bless sis I can see why you need another week off 💜💜💜💜
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 19:22:45
I could so do with it!!!
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 19:26:24
Yes you should have it really 💜💜
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 16:40:48
I’m glad you had a nice week and the bonus visit from your special guest 💛 I hope this week is not a hectic one, Sister, take care 🙏🏽💛
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 16:48:29
Thanks, Brother. I never think it won’t be hectic. That way, if it is calm, it’s a nice surprise! 😁
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 17:50:21
Haha, that’s a good way of looking at it, Sister 😄
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 19:10:58
🤗
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 14:09:18
Birthday blessings to your lovely daughter! Peace to you and your furbaby. Love is all around you Sis!! ❤
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 16:02:38
Thank you, Sis 💛
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 10:17:20
happy birthday to the princess, and have a wonderful week
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 16:01:56
Thank you, Beth!You too!
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 07:12:59
Happy birthday to lil princess! 🙂
And glad you and the family had so much fun! 😀
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 07:14:14
Thank you Carol Anne! 🥳
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 05:50:18
A very happy birthday to you lil princess. Have a wonderful week
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 06:09:54
Thank you, Sadje! Have a great week 💛
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Feb 20, 2023 @ 06:11:50
Thanks 🙏🏼
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