That was the week that was - TWTWTW, week 3, 2011

I can't believe another week has flown by, I have had a very mixed week where I have really struggled with the whole WAHM (work at home mum) status.  My work days are Thursday and Friday (that's when I have childcare) but the reality is that I work every single day.  It's not helped by the fact that I have an iphone so if a client emails me then of course I will respond.

I need to sort this situation out!!

The highlight of the week was definitely finding a painting in a skip in Hampstead I'm rich beyond my wildest dreams and I am going to get it re-framed this week.   

This week I also had a bit of a spend up in debenhams, I have been wanting to try the Lancome genifique range for a while and so with some Christmas money, I got the eye cream, and youth activating (hah, I live in hope!) moisturiser.  It's got a wonderful fresh smell and is very easily absorbed without leaving a greasy feel.   All the things I want in a moisturiser, only time will tell if it works, but it has great reviews so I live in hope. 

Have a great week everyone.

That Was The Week That Was - Week 2, 2011

So here we are again, another week has rolled around, I managed two other blog posts  Bracelet Giveaway and Kate takes 5, Listography which, considering the week I had, wasn't bad!

So, without further ado, here is my TWTWTW Week 2, 2011

This has been a very busy week in the Superamazing household as I struggled with the whole WAHM scenario.  You know, where you have one child stropping as you are on the phone to an important client.  Yes, that was me this week.  

Usually January is a time to consolidate the business, but we are so busy at the moment that I am working everyday whenever I can grab an hour or so during nap time.  This is great but very stressful at times when trying to juggle that with after school clubs, housework, homework, toddler groups etc.  I think something is going to have to change soon, and hopefully I can get me some help in the form of a cleaner/mothers help.  Long term though, I think an au pair may be the solution, but we shall see!

By the time Friday came around I was exhausted, had a "disagreement" with HAW who was in bed whilst chaos reigned as I tried to get the three kids and myself ready for school and work.  He later apologised but sometimes that man, grrrr.

We had a party to go to Friday night which to be honest, was the last thing I felt like doing, I had been in London all day at the SWPP conference and was exhausted.   I soon perked up though as despite being the nominated driver, it was a good crowd and good laugh.  We have decided along with four other couples to do a "Celebrity Come Dine with Me" competition, this should prove interesting as we have nominated all husbands to do the cooking, it was funny to watch them puffing up their chests as they discussed menus.  They all think they are the next Gordon Ramsey so should be interesting!  We are going to film it and everything, I am looking forward to it already!

Another highlight for me was winning a day for two at the Spa at the Park Lane Hilton.   I am going to treat my mum who is my inspiration and my rock.  I couldn't do half the things I do without her support (childcare for one!)  and she really deserves to be pampered.

As a few of you commented that a weekly update was a good idea (thank you!) I have decided to create a linky for this.   So, if like me you struggle with time or inspiration, why not do a weekly update and link here?

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 Have a great week everyone!

TWTWTW - Week 1, 2011

That Was The Week That Was......Week 1 2011

I have only been blogging for a very short while, but I absolutely love the process I am struggling to  blog!

I love meeting new people and was fortunate enough to attend the British Mummy Bloggers Christmas Lunch back in December.  This re-enforced the fact that the people I tweet with, and whose blogs I read, are all intelligent, professional, eloquent and above all, lovely people!  I really don't want to stop blogging, I just wish I had more time to do so.

I am not a writer (as you can probably tell!) but I do love the written word, I love to read other people's blogs and I like the idea that people are reading mine (is it an ego thing?) but sadly, due to having just set up my own business and raising my young family and all that entails, plus school, church/rugby committees, and a twitter addiction I am just not getting the opportunity to blog as much as I would like. 

Therefore, following on from my summary of 2010 That was the Year that was 2010 I have decided that every Sunday, I am going to blog a summary of my week.  Even if I don't get a chance to blog in between (and I will do my best to do so) I am going to guarantee that every Sunday you will see a summary of my week.   At least that way, when I get to the end of 2011, I'll be able to remember what 2011 gave me!! 

Week 1 2011

After 3 weeks of being at home, everyone went back to work/school.  As much as I love my family, I was so pleased as it meant normality ensued and I could get back into my routine.  I spent the whole day Tuesday taking down decorations and cleaning the house top to bottom.  I even washed and ironed the curtains! 

The highlight of the week was taking delivery of my new VW Sharan that I won in October of last year.  It was a long time coming due to the weather and I will do a separate post on this, but the difference it has made to us already has been phenomenal. 

Rugby was back on today after a long break due to the weather and the Christmas holidays and the weather was superb.  The kids had a fab time running around and we rounded of the weekend with a huge roast and a game of monopoly.   A great finish to a great week!

How was your week?  Anyone else fancy doing a summary?