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A Judgement in Stone at Birmingham’s New Alex Theatre
April 1978. Two detectives are investigating a particular gruesome occurence at Lowfield Hall. The Coverdale family have been murdered in their own home, shot at point blank range in an execution style killing. The only real witness to what happened is Eunice Parchman, a strange, shy, subservient women who was the live in housekeeper, although she had been relieved of her post and was all set to leave the family home the when the murders occured. Detectives Vetch and Challoner are stumped as to who could’ve committed the murders, but little by little the whole horrifying tale begins to unravel, revealing a seemingly minor secret that might be the key…
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Floral Embellished Skater Dress from Lovedrobe
There are some dresses that make you feel like a princess when you wear them. Really beautiful, romantic dresses with embellishment and beading, the sort of pretty floaty gowns that you can see a celebrity wearing for a red carpet event. The floral embellished Skater Dress from Lovedrobe is just one of those dresses. It would be a wonderful pick for a special event – a party, a prom or a wedding, but it is also very easy and comfortable to wear. To put it simply, I adore this dress. This is a truly beautiful dress. The bodice is heavily embellished with decorative floral beading and sequins in gold and…
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What makes the best parties so great?
There is nothing like a good party. A combination of great people, food, drinks and music, the best parties have a little something more, something to make them memorable and much talked about. Whether the party is small and intimate, a large rowdy gathering, something that has been organised by events management companies the best parties will remain in the mind long after the debris has been cleared away. Here are a few of the best parties that I have attended, and what made them just so wonderful. Harvey Nichols 10th Birthday in Birmingham Why: This is the party that had it all, a free flowing bar, lots of celebs…
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We’re Going on a Bear Hunt Twitter Party
On Thursday UKMumsTV and a host of bloggers hosted a very special party on Twitter to celebrate the launch of the DVD version of ‘We’re going on a Bear Hunt’ by Michael Rosen. The party was actually taking place simultaneously with parties that were also taking place in bloggers homes, with special guests treated to party treats, games and goodie bags. I hosted a special tea party of my own for Joe and my niece Renee, with Uncle Ben and Auntie Nat also making their way from Stoke to take part. It was a lovely evening, and the centrepiece was the showing of the fabulous #Bearhunt movie, which includes characters…
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Four Subtle Decor Tips for New Moms Looking for a Cozier Sleeping Space
Let’s face it: it’s only natural to let your bedroom décor fall to the wayside after you become a new mom. Maybe you’ve accumulated clutter from the baby. Perhaps you simply haven’t had any time to yourself to clean or tidy up. Maybe you’ve got older children who also leave a lot of mess or insist in sleeping in your bed too. (Although an Harkla’s anxiety blanket can be a huge help in getting your child a full night’s rest.) Regardless, becoming a mom shouldn’t mean sacrificing your own comfort at home. Make it a goal to revamp your bedroom to ensure that you’re getting the highest sleep quality possible…
