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How to help your child to adapt to life’s changes

How to help your child to adapt to life’s changes

by Renate Engelbrecht | Jan 13, 2021 | FAMILY, FEATURED POST 2, KIDS

No one ever said life would be easy. Things happen; things change. As humans, we are all able to adapt to change, but as with all things in life, we need to learn the skill. We have recently had to help our 3-year-old to adapt to many changes, including those that...
The best South African advertisements of all time

The best South African advertisements of all time

by Renate Engelbrecht | Jan 12, 2021 | FAMILY, FEATURED POST 1

I’ve been binge watching old South African advertisements on YouTube the last couple of days and I just can’t deal! Here are some of my favourites. Oh, how I love South Africa! Sasol This Sasol television commercial was one of the favourites on TV for a...
FedAir has a new, proactive approach

FedAir has a new, proactive approach

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 19, 2020 | FEATURED POST 2, LOCAL TRAVELS

In November, Federal Airlines (FedAir) announced a 50% discount as a South African Residents fare to safari landing strips as part of what they call a revolutionary new approach. I spoke to Julian Edmunds, CCO at FastJet, Zimbabwe and Federal Airlines in Johannesburg...
The animation, The Elfkins, a friendly reminder of helping others

The animation, The Elfkins, a friendly reminder of helping others

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 18, 2020 | FAMILY, FEATURED POST 1, KIDS

I’ve always been a fan of stories with lessons. Watching a movie and walking out without feeling touched, motivated or inspired feels like a total waste of time and money to me. The Elfkins, an exciting animation (and a story with a lesson) will be released in...
Review: Land Rover Defender from a woman’s perspective

Review: Land Rover Defender from a woman’s perspective

by Renate Engelbrecht | Dec 17, 2020 | FAVOURITE RIDES, FEATURED POST 1

I got to review the Land Rover Defender and as a woman, mother and entrepreneur, I am definitely a fan. I took it off-road for an early morning drive; I took it dancing in the city streets. I let it pose between Jacaranda trees and I let it decorate my driveway. For a...
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Okay, so I want to know... Where is your favourite Okay, so I want to know... Where is your favourite ice cream spot in South Africa? My dream is to hire a vintage Volkswagen and to do a road trip across the country in search of the best ice cream and I need suggestions. And... GO! #dining #food #foodie #restaurant #dinner #foodporn #delicious #instafood #foodstagram #chef #bar #lunch #travel #table #foodies #love #vintage #cars #volkswagen #icecream #yummy #southafrica #travelwriter #explore #roadtrip
"The true secret of happiness lies in taking a gen "The true secret of happiness lies in taking a genuine interest in all the details of daily life." - William Morris Image credit: @amanda_wiggill Skirt: @mrpfashion #inspirationalquotes #inspirational #inspirationalquote #inspirationalwords #inspirationalwomen #inspirationalthoughts #inspirationalpost #inspirationalquotesandsayings #inspirationalquoteoftheday #inspirationalpeople #inspirationalmessage #inspirationalposts #dailyinspirationalquotes #inspirationalblogger #inspirationalquotestoliveby #beinspirational #inspirationalquotesoftheday
Heading back home after a wonderful family safari Heading back home after a wonderful family safari at @tau_game_lodge. Keep an eye out on my blog. I will soon share a post about our experience, as Catha and Elian's first proper safari boasted sightings of lions, cheetah and even wild dogs! P. S. Our ranger, @silas_the_ranger_ was brilliant with the kids. #travel #safari #kids #momentsofmine #momblogger #travelblogger #southafrica #madikwe #taugamelodge
Just putting it out there: If you don't build th Just putting it out there: If you don't build the dreams you keep dreaming about, someone else will hire you to help them build theirs. #inspirationalquotes #inspirational #inspirationalquote #inspirationalwords #inspirationalwomen #inspirationalthoughts #inspirationalpost #inspirationalquotesandsayings #inspirationalquoteoftheday #inspirationalpeople #inspirationalmessage #inspirationalposts #dailyinspirationalquotes #inspirationalmusic #inspirationalblogger #inspirationalquotestoliveby #beinspirational #inspirationalquotesoftheday
Did you know that the Seychelles is the very first Did you know that the Seychelles is the very first African country to start their COVID-19 national vaccination program? The President of the Republic of Seychelles, H E Wavel Ramkalawan, was the first head of state on the continent to take the SinoPharm COVID-19 vaccine on Sunday, 10 January 2021. The Seychelles Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Mr Sylvestre Radegonde said: "The COVID-19 immunisation campaign is an important milestone for the restart of our tourism industry as the country balances its efforts to maintain its tourism activities and protect its population from further spread of the virus. The world has not come to a standstill and there are people who are still keen to travel. We need to fast rebuild our industry for our economic prosperity depends on it." I cannot wait for the day we get to travel the world again! I took this photo on Eden Island a couple of years ago and really wouldn't mind to return to the Seychelles to explore the islands once more. #postcardsfromtheworld #optoutside #goexplore #wonderfulplaces #travelbug #wanderlust #momentsofmine #travelstories #roamtheplanet #traveltheworld #instatravelling #mytravelgram #traveladdict #globetrotter #travelphotography #lovetravel #travelpics #travelwithfriends #travelinspiration #travel #travelblogger #nanoinfluencer #microinfluencer #seychelles #covid19 #coronavirus
HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD TO ADAPT TO CHANGE No one HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILD TO ADAPT TO CHANGE No one ever said life would be easy. Things happen; things change. As humans, we are all able to adapt to change, but as with all things in life, we need to learn the skill. We have recently had to help our 3-year-old to adapt to many changes, including those that came with the Coronavirus and a baby brother. I have shared some of the ways we have been able to make the road a little less bumpy for our daughter on my blog. Feel free to share your thoughts! Link in bio. #momblog #momlife #momblogger #motherhood #momsofinstagram #mom #mommyblogger #blogger #parenting #mamablogger #motherhoodunplugged #baby #family #mommyblog #mama #instamom #mombloggers #parenthood #dailyparenting #kids #mommylife #mompreneur #momboss #momlifeisthebestlife #momswhoblog #letthembelittle #toddler #newborn #toddlermom #momproblems
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