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GEOMAG Mechanics Gravity Loops & Turns Set Review & Giveaway

amomentwithfranca · 8 November 2022 · 113 Comments

We are so excited to receive a track set from GEOMAG to review which actually couldn't come at a better time as we are looking for ideas for Christmas gifts for the girls. We got the Mechanics Gravity Loops & Turns where you can build a circuit driven by the invisible forces … [Read more...] about GEOMAG Mechanics Gravity Loops & Turns Set Review & Giveaway

Filed Under: Giveaways, Review, Reviews, Sienna, Toys & Games

Cool Gift Ideas For Kids With Wicked Uncle

amomentwithfranca · 26 August 2022 · 83 Comments

Do you feel overwhelmed when you need gift ideas for kids friends' birthdays, for your nieces and nephews or even for your own kids? You don't have a clue what to get them and you feel lost? Well, let me tell you that I also felt this way but since I heard about Wicked Uncle, … [Read more...] about Cool Gift Ideas For Kids With Wicked Uncle

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Rainbow High Shadow High Dolls Review

amomentwithfranca · 8 July 2022 · 60 Comments

Sienna loves Rainbow High dolls. She is a big fan and she has been collecting them for the past year.  She got super excited when we received a parcel containing their last collection of dolls: Shadow High! She was over the moon when she got to unbox it! They are like nothing we … [Read more...] about Rainbow High Shadow High Dolls Review

Filed Under: Toys & Games, Collaborative Posts, Giveaways, Review, Reviews, Sienna

Win A Bundle Of Lovely Goodies To Celebrate My Blog Anniversary

amomentwithfranca · 10 June 2022 · 91 Comments

Hello lovely readers, it has been another year since I started this blog.  My blog anniversary was in May and guess how long I have been doing this? It has been 7 years already! I still can't believe it! Time really flies! I didn't manage to celebrate it in May, so I thought I … [Read more...] about Win A Bundle Of Lovely Goodies To Celebrate My Blog Anniversary

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Rainbow High Winter Break Dolls Review

amomentwithfranca · 21 December 2021 · 60 Comments

Sienna is a big fan of Rainbow High Dolls. She has been collecting them for the past year and she loves them. These colourful dolls are now back with their new Winter Break range which is super cool! In this range, the Original 6 dolls from Rainbow High (Ruby Anderson, Poppy … [Read more...] about Rainbow High Winter Break Dolls Review

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10 Christmas Gifts Ideas For Kids

amomentwithfranca · 11 December 2021 · 16 Comments

Following on from my 10 Lovely Christmas Gifts For The Ladies In Your Life post, I thought to also do a list of Christmas Gifts Ideas For Kids. We received a few lovely products to review that we liked a lot, so I thought it could be nice to put them all together here so it might … [Read more...] about 10 Christmas Gifts Ideas For Kids

Filed Under: Guide, Art & Crafts, Bella, Books, Christmas, Kids, List, Review, Reviews, Sienna, Toys & Games

Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron: Must Have Toy For Christmas

amomentwithfranca · 25 October 2021 · 18 Comments

Are you ready for some magic, spells and potions? If so, then let me tell you that we have the toy that will bring this magic to you! We received the most fantastic toy to review! It is the Magic Mixies from Moose Toys. It is absolutely amazing! This toy is sure to be a must have … [Read more...] about Magic Mixies Magic Cauldron: Must Have Toy For Christmas

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Win A Tiny Pop Tiny Post Bundle

amomentwithfranca · 17 September 2021 · 27 Comments

Hey, you’ve got Tiny Post! Unpack brand-new shows and episodes on Tiny Pop from this September! To celebrate, I'm super excited to tell you that we are hosting a fantastic GIVEAWAY thanks to Tiny Pop so one of your little ones can Win A Tiny Pop Tiny Post Bundle! Hurrah! Find out … [Read more...] about Win A Tiny Pop Tiny Post Bundle

Filed Under: Film & TV, Competitions, Family, Giveaways, Kids, Toys & Games

Monopoly Lifesized Review

amomentwithfranca · 14 September 2021 · 22 Comments

If you are a fan of the Monopoly Board game, then you will be very excited to know that there is a huge version of it in Central London called Monopoly Lifesized and you can visit to play with your family or friends. … [Read more...] about Monopoly Lifesized Review

Filed Under: Days Out, Family, Family Days Out, Family Events, Kids, London, Review, Reviews, Sienna, Toys & Games, Travel

Sociable Soccer 21 Game Review

amomentwithfranca · 29 May 2021 · 12 Comments

The delayed Euro 2020 football tournament will be taking place across Europe this Summer with several games taking place here in the UK including the Final itself. It's great then that the latest 2021 update for the Sociable Soccer game is now available on Apple Arcade so … [Read more...] about Sociable Soccer 21 Game Review

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Win a Gigantosaurus Bundle to Celebrate New Episodes on Tiny Pop

amomentwithfranca · 14 May 2021 · 35 Comments

Do your kids watch Gigantosaurus? This TV show is perfect for all dinosaur fans. If you have a little one at home that is a Gigantosaurus fan, you will love to know that they are back with new episodes airing on Tiny Pop. And to celebrate it, I am super excited to tell you that … [Read more...] about Win a Gigantosaurus Bundle to Celebrate New Episodes on Tiny Pop

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Win A Fantastic My Little Pony: Pony Life Bundle To Celebrate Easter Moves On Tiny Pop

amomentwithfranca · 6 April 2021 · 32 Comments

Do your little ones love My Little Pony? My youngest daughter does and so was Bella when she was younger. It is such a cute show, isn't it? Easter Moves is running on Tiny Pop until the 18th of April and the channel will be airing lots of popular programs including Pony Life … [Read more...] about Win A Fantastic My Little Pony: Pony Life Bundle To Celebrate Easter Moves On Tiny Pop

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Build Your Own Microscope Kit Review

amomentwithfranca · 13 February 2021 · 48 Comments

Not long ago we received a Plane Launcher Kit from Build Your Own which was so much fun. Sienna loved playing with it. We have now received another product from the same eco-friendly range to review. It is the Build Your Own Microscope kit. This kit is also aimed to 8+ years old … [Read more...] about Build Your Own Microscope Kit Review

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Our Favourite Toy Reviews of 2020

Tracey Bowden · 23 January 2021 · 24 Comments

We are so lucky to have reviewed some really great toys over the past few years. Bella and Sienna have really had their work cut out, putting the different toys through their paces to find out exactly how good they are and if they are suitable for different children of all kinds … [Read more...] about Our Favourite Toy Reviews of 2020

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The Top 10 toys for 2020

amomentwithfranca · 29 November 2020 · 50 Comments

With Christmas fast approaching, many of us are already in full Christmas mode. And who can blame us! There has been little to enjoy this year. So getting ahead when it comes to buying the top 10 toys for 2020 can only be a good thing when it comes to making Christmas 2020 the … [Read more...] about The Top 10 toys for 2020

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Win A Fabulous My Little Pony Bundle For Your Little One And Their Friend

amomentwithfranca · 13 November 2020 · 33 Comments

Raise your hands if your little ones are fans of My Little Pony! My youngest daughter Sienna loves it. She has a lot of MLP toys and she loves watching the show playing with her toys at the same time. It is very cute to watch! Did you know that World Kindness Day is today? So, to … [Read more...] about Win A Fabulous My Little Pony Bundle For Your Little One And Their Friend

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Build Your Own Plane Launcher Kit Review

amomentwithfranca · 22 October 2020 · 16 Comments

We recently received a Plane Launcher kit from Build Your Own which has launched a new range of eco-friendly toys. Sienna loves paper planes, so she was super keen to be involved. She wanted to build it despite this toy being targeted to older kids, 8 years and above. We were … [Read more...] about Build Your Own Plane Launcher Kit Review

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✨ Cat Cafe In London✨.📍Bella and I went t ✨ Cat Cafe In London✨.📍Bella and I went to @javawhiskersuk , a cat cafe located in @westfieldlondon . This was my present for Mother’s Day from her🌸.🌟 Before we went inside, we had to go to a separate room to wash our hands and remove our shoes..🐾 They have 2 different rooms: the Cat Lounge and the Kitten Lounge and you can choose to stay from 55 mins to 1hr 55 mins. The prices vary depending on the room you choose and the length of time..🍰 When we stepped inside the room we were greeted by a group of gorgeous kittens. We ordered (before we went inside the room) a latte and a delicious chocolate muffin with chocolate melted inside that was so good. This was served to us in the room while we were surrounded by these adorable kittens..🐱 We spent 55 mins playing and petting the kittens. They were so cute. We loved interacting with them..🥰 Their cafe is also a foster home for homeless cats so if you are looking to adopt one, this is the place to visit! They have had 230 successful adoptions already! 🙌🏻.🚨 The only downside is that you have to be over 10 years old in order to be allowed inside the rooms 😬.🐈 If you are a cat lover like us, I highly recommend you visit Java Whiskers! It is the perfect place to unwind and relax with these beautiful kittens! 🙌🏻.Have you visited a Cat Cafe before? 🐈‍⬛ .#javawhiskers #catcafe #catcafelondon #londoncafe #westfieldlondon #londondayout #daysout #thingstodoinlondon #newplaces #londonguide #lovecats😻 #catsofinstagram #catloversday #londonthingstodo #whatsonlondon
✨ Happy Mother's Day✨.If you are in the UK, ✨ Happy Mother's Day✨.If you are in the UK, I hope you are having a lovely Mother's Day! 🌸🌸.We actually started the celebrations yesterday as Bella took me to @javawhiskersuk a new cat cafe in Westfield as a present for Mother’s Day. We spent 55 mins arround gorgeous kittens. I had a great time! I am a cat lover so this was a fab present for me! I will talk more about this experience on another post but if you swipe left you can see a little peak of our time there! 🐈😉.Today, the girls and Nick took me for the actually Mother’s Day celebration 🎉 to @cafejackss in Queen’s Park where we had brunch. It was a yummy treat. Swipe left to check it out! 😋 .After that we went for a walk. There was a small market nearby so it was nice to have a little look around 😍. We then went back home and spent the rest of the day chilling which is something, I’m not going to lie, I love doing! 😉😂.How was your day?#mothersdayuk #mothersdayweekend #mothersday2023 #motherofdaughters #mumoftwo #mumofgirls #mydaughters #lovemydaughters #daughterslove #mummydaughtertime #daughtersarethebest #daughtersrock #spendingtimetogether #happyfamilytime #familytime💕
✨My Girls✨.Due to the strikes we had Sienna ✨My Girls✨.Due to the strikes we had Sienna at home yesterday and today, and Bella only today. I thought it would be very chaotic but despite it always being louder when the girls are at home, especially my youngest one, lol, we did well..Bella did school work at home today and had the afternoon free. Sienna didn’t do school work. We only asked her to carry on doing Spanish and Maths via Duolingo. She also had Spanish lessons this afternoon (every Thursday she has lessons) so both days were manageable thankfully 😍.How was it for you? Did your kids stay at home or did they go to school? .PS: let’s hope things get better for teachers. I fully support the strikes. .#sistertime #sisterlylove #sistersgoals #hermanas #sistersforever #sistersforlife #sisterslove #siblingslove #lovemydaughters #raisingdaughters #mydaughters #londonkids #WembleyPark #wembley #londondesigneroutlet
✨Happy Weekend✨.How is your weekend going so ✨Happy Weekend✨.How is your weekend going so far? I am finally feeling more normal after the massive jetlag I had after my trip to South America. I am not sure why it hit me so much this time but it has taken me about two solid weeks to properly be back to my routine without feeling right. Waking up in the mornings was the worst. It was very hard, especially when I had to be on time for the school run! 😩.Anyway, everything feels better now! 😊.How long does it take you to be back to normal after a jetlag? Do you have any tricks or tips to speed this process? .📸 Selfy taken in Barranco, a lively district in Peru considered to be one of the most romantic and bohemian places to visit and being the home and working place of many Peruvian artists, musicians, designers, photographers among others 😎.#thisisme #selfie #instaselfie #smilemore #brunettehair #greeneyes #over40#over40blogger #overforty #overfortystyle #over40andfabulous #over40mom #outandabout #barrancolima
✨The Costa Verde✨.Lima, the capital of Peru ✨The Costa Verde✨.Lima, the capital of Peru is located on the coast. Walking along the sidewalk of the Malécon in Lima’s picturesque seaside district, Miraflores, you can admire the most beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. .The “Costa Verde” is a coastal road. It runs along the south-central part of the Lima coast. You can visit in the morning for a jog or in the evening to enjoy a relaxing walk. It is a very lively where people have fun in the open air..This is one of the best attractions on the coastal road. You will see several parks with sculptures of famous artists that make this walk even more unique and enjoyable. Along the route, you can find numerous recreational activities such as surfing and paragliding..If you keep walking you will arrive at “Larcomar” which is a shopping centre and has many restaurants and cafes so you can enjoy a coffee or a meal with the gorgeous ocean view too. .Pictures explained below:1. Start of my walk with the view of the ocean showing one the most gorgeous restaurants in Lima “La Rosa Nautica” where you can walk along the pier and then seat down for a meal with a sea view. Very scenic 😍2. 📸 Greater view of the coast showing the Pacific Ocean3. 🎥 Parque Chino (Chinese Park)4. 📸 Parque El Libro (The Book Park) showing a colorful sculpture, “Silencio” created by Peruvian artist José Tola.5. 📸 Parque del Amor (Love Park) showing its larger-than-life sculpture of two lovers in a deep embrace called “The Kiss”. The monument to love was created by Peruvian artist Víctor Delfín. 6. 📸 Faro de Lima (lighthouse)7. 🎥 View of the Pacific Ocean from Barranco area where you can see Lima Marina Club, a members only club. .If you visit Lima, I highly recommend you to have a walk along this gorgeous area. You won’t regret it! (Save this post for later 😀).Do you enjoy walks with a coastal view? When was the last time you did a walk with a scenic view? .#oceanviews #oceanview #costaverde #costaverdelima #miraflores #lima #visitlima #limaperu #mirafloreslima #limacity #cometoperu #limaperu #beautifulviews #beautifuldestinations #perutravel
✨Peruvian Suspiro Limeño✨."Suspiro Limeño" ✨Peruvian Suspiro Limeño✨."Suspiro Limeño" is one of my favourite Peruvian desserts. When I was In Peru, I of course, made sure to have it not only once but several times 😉.This dessert is made of manjar blanco (milk, sugar, almond flour, egg yolks, vanilla) and meringue (egg whites, port, cinnamon) 😘.The history behind this dessert starts with Amparo Ayarza who was the creator. Her husband, José Gálvez Barrenechea was a poet and was the one who gave it its name. The poet called it "Suspiro de Limeña", which means, 'Sigh of a Lima lady', because it is soft and sweet like the sigh of a woman. Love this 🥰.Have you ever tried "Suspiro Limeño"? Or have you heard of it before? Would you try it? .📸 Picture taken @panchitasazoncriolla in Lima that has one of the best versions of this dessert 🙌🏻.#suspirolimeño #peruviandessert #meringue #merengue #desserttime #dessertlover #dessertpic #dessertgram #peruvianfood #cocinaperuana #gastronomiaperuana #perufood #peruviancousine #whatisfordessert #dessertsofinstagram
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