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Things Thing says


It isn’t the saying ‘no’ that’s hard. Or watching her cry. Or staying firm through a tantrum. Keeping a straight face – that’s the hardest. “Tell, tell, plicklee tell.” “Mahm, I am becoming a vegetarian tomorrow.” “What are you today?” … Continue reading

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My child’s spirit is just as important as her physical health.


My little Thing has been unwell. Turns out what seemed to be an innocuous summer stomach bug is actually a pretty awful bout of food poisoning. The last couple of days have been high drama – a little girl who’s … Continue reading

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