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Pre-School & Schooldays

The part of You Have To Laugh that looks at Joshua’s schooldays. Generally amusing stories about those special years when someone else looks after your child for most of each day!

YHTL Blog Pre-School & Schooldays Things In My Head 

Am I Losing My Mind?

August 23, 2021August 23, 2021 joshuasdadjames

Although I have crept somewhat stealthily into my 40s in recent years, I feel like my mental faculties are still

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Pre-School & Schooldays YHTL Blog 

The Never Ending Story: Bedtime For A 6 Year Old

October 16, 2020October 17, 2020 joshuasdadjames

Joshua has never been a massive fan of going to sleep. From birth he would much rather spend the evenings

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Pre-School & Schooldays 

How do you raise an academically successful child?

September 23, 2020September 23, 2020 joshuasdadjames

Collaborative post Success in education often equates to success in life. Although there are those that have become rich and

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Family Pre-School & Schooldays 

20 Kid-Friendly Facts

March 16, 2020July 6, 2020 joshuasdadjames

Collaborative Post Image Credit: Alexander Paukner Some random and fascinating facts to share with your friends. 1. Did you know

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YHTL Blog Pre-School & Schooldays Toys and Games 

Donating Toys To The School Fair: A Helpful Guide

December 4, 2019July 11, 2020 joshuasdadjames

It feels like donating toys to the school Christmas Fair should be a rewarding, feel-good process. After all, it helps

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YHTL Blog Pre-School & Schooldays 

Class Christmas Card Calamities

December 20, 2018December 3, 2019 joshuasdadjames

The Perils of Christmas Cards with Kids! This year was our first proper attempt at getting Joshua involved in the

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Pre-School & Schooldays YHTL Blog 

9 things I have learned in my first school term

December 16, 2016July 3, 2020 joshuasdadjames

Well, we’re a term in and the Big Small Person has settled admirably at Infant School. But she’s not the

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School shoe shopping with alpha and beta mummy
Pre-School & Schooldays YHTL Blog 

School Shoe Shopping with Alpha Mummy & Beta Mummy

September 4, 2016November 23, 2016 joshuasdadjames

In just a few short weeks, my oldest son (FC#1) starts school.  This marks the start of many new and

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YHTL Blog Home and garden Pre-School & Schooldays The Toddler Times 

Filth I Tell You!!

July 13, 2016July 9, 2020 joshuasdadjames

Sarah and I wouldn’t profess to being neat freaks, or perfectionists, but we do have a habit of cleaning Joshua

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Mother’s Day Giveaway 2022
  • March 17, 2022   joshuasdadjames     0

I must admit that I’ve no idea how it’s nearly the end of March again already, or indeed how it’s...

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Come Back Peppa – All Is Forgiven!
  • March 14, 2022   joshuasdadjames     0

We Miss Peppa Pig We had a love / hate relationship with the pink porcine protagonist, Pegga Pig, and her...

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Carrying The World On Your Shoulders: Salt & Hide Sagan Backpack Review
  • February 22, 2022   joshuasdadjames     0

Item gifted for review, but all views are my own Regular readers will know that I’ve been rather partial to...

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The Greatest Gaming Gifts
  • January 16, 2022   joshuasdadjames     0

Some items below were gifted & there are affiliate links in some areas Christmas is over for another year –...

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Luxury Chess & Backgammon Folding Sets From Jaques Of London
  • January 9, 2022   joshuasdadjames     0

Items gifted for review There’s something special about wooden toys and games. I’m not sure if it’s because they feel...

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The Latest Trend In Sunglasses: Premium Ombra Magnetic Clip-on Sunglasses From Trendhim
  • December 28, 2021   joshuasdadjames     0

I’ve worked with the lovely people at Trendhim a couple of times in the past and I’m really pleased to...

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The Most Magical Time Of The Year: That’s Magic! – Review & Giveaway
  • December 14, 2021   joshuasdadjames     0

Magic set gifted for review Christmas is a pretty magical time of year in itself – the lights, the decorations,...

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Bloggers Festive Giveaway 2021
  • December 3, 2021   joshuasdadjames     0

It’s back once again to give you that little glimmer of hope and optimism in what has been another rather...

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Local Media NOT TO BLAME For Fanning Flames Of Fuel Crisis
  • October 10, 2021   joshuasdadjames     0

by Don T Panic In my years on the front line of cutting edge local media, NEVER BEFORE have my...

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Buying & Selling Online: Cracking The Secret Code
  • October 9, 2021   joshuasdadjames     0

I’ve been buying and selling online for a while now so felt that it would be a good time to...

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Avoid Like The Plague: My COVID 19 Review
  • September 23, 2021   joshuasdadjames     0

Apart from a really rather weird minority, I think it’s generally accepted that having COVID isn’t the most enjoyable way...

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Personalised Perfection With Printster: Review & Giveaway
  • September 8, 2021   joshuasdadjames     0

Review & Giveaway items provided free by Printster – all words and views are my own Finding the perfect gift...

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Mother’s Day Giveaway 2022
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Mother’s Day Giveaway 2022

March 17, 2022March 17, 2022 joshuasdadjames

I must admit that I’ve no idea how it’s nearly the end of March again already, or indeed how it’s

Come Back Peppa – All Is Forgiven!
YHTL Blog Family 

Come Back Peppa – All Is Forgiven!

March 14, 2022March 14, 2022 joshuasdadjames
Carrying The World On Your Shoulders: Salt & Hide Sagan Backpack Review
YHTL Blog Reviews 

Carrying The World On Your Shoulders: Salt & Hide Sagan Backpack Review

February 22, 2022February 22, 2022 joshuasdadjames
The Greatest Gaming Gifts
YHTL Blog Games & Gadgets Toys and Games 

The Greatest Gaming Gifts

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