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Friday Finds

I'm starting a new post series today - interesting things I find during the week that are worth saving and sharing here on the blog. I hope you might enjoy them too!


First up is this beautiful recipe book by Ree Drummond, or Pioneer Woman, as she's known on Food Network. I just love her recipes - they are all easy and tasty. I will be treating myself to this soon!

I loved this article on Interesting Activities for a Two-Month Old Baby on a site called Mom Junction. Some great tips here on how to help develop your growing baby's skills.

Did you hear about the UK National Trust's 50 things to do before you're 11 and 3/4? It's all about getting your family outside to explore the great outdoors and there's even an app for your phone too. I'm saving this one for when our little guy is older.

The Irish Bucket List: 30 things to do in Ireland - another list of things to do! It seems these lists are everywhere at the moment. There are a few good ones in here though.

And finally, a letter To the thirty-something mums.

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