What does my son have in common with his dad, Steve McQueen, James Bond, Alexa Chung and the Queen? A Barbour jacket. You might think that these jackets are suited for a scene in Downton Abbey, but Barbour is becoming just as much rock n roll as country elite. The notion that these waxed jackets […]
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My twins first birthday was fast approaching when I had a dilemma – should I take them to a children’s hair salon in London for their first haircut or not? Let me explain. I had thought about trimming their hair myself. One look at Mum with a pair of scissors and the house was filled
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What do you think of artificial vs natural food colors in candy – or sweets as the British say? Well, what would be your reaction if you bought a bag of candy and the packaging had this warning? “may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children.” Yes, most candy sold in the
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The London christening of my twins was rather special but rather traditional in the British sense. They’re also called baptisms in England. Although my children’s baptism and party was fairly traditional, times are changing in Britain. Naming parties for starters. In Britain I went for the full works: christening ceremony in a church, vintage christening gowns, lots
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The first time my kids went out trick or treating for Halloween in Britain, was just as thrilling for me as them. Why? I had never experienced the excitement of putting on a scary costume and going door to door on October 31st as a kid in England. No, the only time I had the
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We watch, understand and enjoy each other’s TV shows (programmes) whether it’s Downton Abbey or CSI but are British or American English the same language? I’m a mother but over here in the States (America) my kids read books calling me a Mom whereas in UK I’m a Mum (or not). Writing posts on UK
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