My Bed || October Diary

Aloha Sprinklerinos,

Today has been fun. 

The gang stayed over last night and in this teeny house, every inch was occupied. I must say, I'm always impressed by how hospitable this little building can be. I put Hazel in Darcy's room (I never let the boys stay in there, I don't know why, I just don't like the idea), Jack in the spare room because he has cat allergies and that's the only room they don't go in, Ciaran on the sofa (poor Ciaran drew the short straw) and me in my giant comfy bed. 

Let me tell you about my bed. I don't think I've ever properly addressed this before. My bed. Hot damn. It's amazing. I like to be in it and be a comfort sandwich. There's the memory foam mattress of loveliness, a duvet, a topper, the fitted sheet, me and then the softest, most glorious duvet you've ever nestled in. I went all out a few weeks ago when I revamped my room and bought 300 thread count sheets from John Lewis and despite the dent in my bank balance, I don't regret it. If you can splurge in the bedroom department (make of that what you will), do. I figured, I spend a lot of time in that soft rectangle, I may as well make it the best it can be!

I digress. 

A moochy morning of chatting and playing with Darcy (Matt dropped her off at lunchtime) and we hopped in the car for a jaunt to the countryside and the best Sunday roast I've had in, I'm gonna say it, years. It was amazing. I'm going to go back every single week. I never cook roasts (I never cook anything really) so I'd almost forgotten how good they are and with the colder months upon us and my new driving confidence in full swing, I might start going there more often. Darcy enjoyed a children's portion of mac & cheese and it was nice to see her eat so much. I know that's such a mumsy thing to say but honestly, the kid barely eats a thing and I worry. 

Four hours later and we were home, watching the rugby, snoozing, playing. I love time like this. Not doing anything but existing together and sharing time. 

Hazel and I shot a quick Halloween video which will be up on my main channel in a few weeks and they were off home. I'm so grateful they all made the effort to come up. They're a good bunch. 

Darcy is tucked up in bed (man oh man I love having her here. I'm glad to share her with Matt because I know so many Dad's aren't interested in their children but I do struggle when she's not about. I'm away twice this month so that's gonna be tough), Rocket is snuggled up next to me and I'm going to heat up some pasta, put my PJ's on and settle down for Downton Abbey and a Strictly Come Dancing catch up. 

Tomorrow (today for you) I'm uploading a super emotional video about my Mum/pink hair/raising money for Cancer Research so I'm going to spend some time tonight making my JustGiving page look nice. Wish me luck, I'm not that tech-savvy!!!

Toodlepip!

xx

ps- Hazel and I totally did put wedding dresses on. I have mine and my Mother's so I always have two to hand whenever anyone fancies some dressing up. I'm of the opinion that you shouldn't save anything for best and material possessions are to be enjoyed rather than sat gathering dust. So, Hazel and I got our bridal beauty on and flounced about like sparkly princesses and it was glorious. Ha!

pps- Tomorrow (October 6th) I'm going to be in Waterstones Piccadilly answering your questions, having a hang out and getting to know you all. It should be a really fun, chatty, intimate event so if you'd like to come, HERE is the link of blurb and details and HERE is where you can get tickets.  I would really love to see you. x