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Cyprus, Motherhood

Little Heroes Boutique: More than just a shopping experience

Ever since I discovered a world of beautifully curated local lifestyle shops for kids, now I rarely, if ever, shop on the high street or at the mall. Especially when it comes to birthdays and Christmases. I absolutely love the fact that now I can buy my kids clothes, toys and books without feeling bad about the lack of sustainability and quality. I can support local businesses, ones that are run by mamas and families and I am able to offer my boys some of the best choices available to parents. All this fits in perfectly with my recent kiddie shop discovery, the Little Heroes Boutique in Nicosia.

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October 25, 2019 by
Motherhood, on our island

A new look

This can definitely be classified as a way to be happy and healthy. Give your blog a facelift! I’ve been itching to do this for a while now so it feels good to finally see the new logo. And it feels even better to unveil the inspiration behind it: my new business cards designed by Design Lab, a local mother-run business that’s worth learning all about if you run a business too.

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October 26, 2018 by
Motherhood

An interview with Claire Anne Mavris

As I explained in this post, I am hoping to succeed in having a VBAC when its time for this baby to make his way into the world. There were a number of things I had on my list of things to do to prepare myself but honestly I felt none were as important as hiring a doula.

I knew I wanted one from the moment my doctor gave me the OK for a VBAC. So I scheduled an appointment with the clinic’s antenatal coordinator/doula who is none other than the lovely Claire Anne Mavris. We sat down for a chat or as I like to call it ‘a grilling session’. I wanted to know everything about her work at the ISIS Clinic but most importantly I wanted to know what she could do for me when the time comes.

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March 30, 2016 by
odd ends

Odd ends – from today

1. It began last night. I woke up to the pitter patter of drops…

2. …and oh, how I love thee, rain.

3. Breakfast.

4. I have had this wreath for over six years.It is handmade, unique and I can’t remember where I got it.

5. There are currently five different light strings on my tree. Only two of them work.

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December 13, 2014 by
cyprus pride
Motherhood, on our island

Cyprus Pride

I don’t scare easy. But when I do, often it is because of people and their peculiar beliefs. The first gay Cyprus pride parade was held this Saturday in Nicosia. I proudly took part. And as I marched down the street with Georgie in my arms, I watched people shouting that we would burn in hell and that I should be ashamed of myself for exposing my child to such issues! I may have sugarcoated that last sentence. For a moment I felt a lump in my throat. Could I or my child actually get hurt for having fundamental beliefs in basic human rights? In 2014? In Europe?

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June 1, 2014 by

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