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Showing posts with label Only boys and Tomboys. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Only boys and Tomboys. Show all posts

Monday, November 22

What a difference a few years make...



 

Do we still read blogs?  

Do I start to write here again, will you read it?  The blow up of spaces like Instagram and TikTok is a huge push in the direction of quick watch.  Is blogging DEAD?  I remember when studying journalism in 2005, we were told print journalism is dead, blogging was the way forward, but do people actually read anymore, and do I have enough to say to be consistent and put out regular content.  

I swear I ask this question every few years!😅

I am ever growing, ever questioning and ever analysing.  It is who I am and will always be.  My ramblings may die away in the deep dark corners of the internet or.... there is a record of my life, in part accessible for all time, or at least until the next phase of the earth where all changes and the internet is relegated to an urban myth.

So.... an update, for those who are mildly interested in seeing inside some strangers brain and life for a moment.

Half of the boys are now men.  Sal is 27 almost 28, in fact I've been saying he is 28 for the past 6 months and was totally convinced that he was.  Does anyone else, rising 50, have this affliction?  He takes total offence (of course, I'm sure the requirement of our children is to be offended by EVERYTHING) in my adding a year closer to 30, but not as much as when I forget his name and call him every siblings name until I get it right!  Now that I KNOW happens to everyone! 

Louie is now a 19 year old not so 'mini' fashionisto, producer, actor, model, internet journalist and academic.  This is all information I receive through the wall when he is talking to work or friends, as most of our actual communication is done through between the teeth grunts, I'm often treated like a whistleblower and all juicy information comes to me after it is public to all.  Sorry no scoops here.

Tuesday, February 4

Anita Whittaker & Friends Podcast

Mum got a podcast


I am happy to announce the launch of the Anita Whittaker & Friends PODCAST!

Launched Sunday 02022020 at 2020hrs the podcast which is informative and fun, is a kitchen table type conversation with actual friends of mine whom I see have such amazing and inspiring stories with strong elements to learn from.


Thursday, June 20

Cracked Pots & Liquid Gold




I've realised my mind works differently to the average, and found out that close family members have been diagnosed with various mental health issues, time to learn what that actually means.


Saturday, February 20

The Anita Sponge Cake




Oozy!



One of things I love about my family is their love for the homemade and simple.  Louie, from the age of two, never wanted a shop bought birthday party, everything, down to the burgers, were hand made at home.  Hard work for me at the beginning, but I have since got a routine down pat!  Oh yes, and every party had to be held at home :/

Saturday, September 5

Euro Road Trip; 4 boys and a lady in 1 car...



A European adventure….
Introduction


It all started with an invitation to a party.  Now, for those who don’t know me, I LOVE to party, then give me an invite to party abroad?  Lets do this!









Saturday, August 9

Yes it's us!!! We are one of Vodafone's Red+ Families! Watch the Cinema ad here





So, you live in the UK and you've passed your local Vodafone store, in the window is a familiar face or two, you pop inside and there they are again.  They're even on the telly!

"They look so familiar, I just can't quite put my finger on it!"

It's us!!!  The Only Boys and Tomboys family!  We will also be in the cinema ads!

Thank you to all that have supported us thus far, we look forward to more to come!  You can say you knew us first!

Watch the extended version here >>>>>> Vodafone UK




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Monday, June 16

A Modern family and How we Keep Tech Fun and Safe

Photo Credit:
Vodafone Digital Parenting Magazine
Used with permission from Vodafone Marketing



The boys and I were asked, by Digital Parenting Magazine, what our thoughts were on the use of technology within everyday life.  We are a reasonably tech savvy family from my 80 year old Grandmother down to lil 2 year old Zach and have used technology to enhance our everyday lives.

The infamous line from George Orwell's 1984
"Big Brother is Watching You."