I recently wrote a review on the reopening of the Lanzerac Hotel, in Stellenbosch. Today I am sharing a bit more about the new Lanzerac Manor Kitchen Restaurant, which officially opened its doors on the 1st of July 2018. [Read more…]
Ifrogz Charisma Wireless Earbuds – Review
Running has always formed a significant part of my fitness regime. I recently decided to kick it up a notch and start training towards a 10km race. For me, the thing that makes distance training bearable is listening to vibey music. I have tried a few different types of in-ear, earphones with varying levels of success. When I was approached to try a pair of Ifrogz Charisma Wireless Earbuds, I was super keen to find out how they compared to the other brands I have used. [Read more…]
Delicious Crispy Prawns in the Philips Airfryer
I am quite a health conscious person and try to stay away from fried food, that said, bring out crispy tempura prawns, and all resistance crumbles! I was recently sent the Philips Airfryer to try out; admittedly I was a bit sceptical at first. One of the health benefits it promises is fried food with up to 80% less fat! I am not sure about you, but I did not think that this could be possible. [Read more…]
Reflections in Motion
We all understand the importance of treasured memories, especially those of us who have lost loved ones. Photography has always been my way of preserving precious memories and I love looking back at my photos to see how my girls have grown. Another way to preserve these memories is through journaling, something I wish my mom had done for me.
I thought I would share these wonderful journals with you, brought to South African by Martine Donachie, the founder of Reflections in Motion.
Having lost her father to Chronic Kidney Disease in 2009, Martine was inspired to change her life, find a way to add more meaning to it and somehow, honour the memory of her late father. After achieving a Certificate in Coaching Practice, Martine founded her own coaching business, Reflections in Motion, which focused on life and business coaching, making use of journaling to reflect on one’s life journey.
In 2011, Martine was introduced to the “From You to Me” concept. Having a clear understanding of journaling and experiencing the loss of a parent, Martine immediately recognised the synergies between these two concepts… and the rest is history.
From You to Me was founded in the UK by Neil Coxon, and is now brought to South Africa by Reflections in Motion.
Bump to Birthday is a pregnancy and first year journal, allowing you to record your pregnancy, birth and “firsts” in great detail, in a gorgeous hard cover journal. There are lovely framed areas to put your ultrasound pics or photographs of yourself, as your “bump” grows. What a wonderful way to record this amazing time in your life and then show your child once they are old enough to understand!
Our Story – For My Daughter is a wonderful way for you as a mom or dad to record all the amazing things that happen in your precious daughters life. From her first year, you can record all life’s little adventures, where she went to school, what her favourite food was, things that you may not remember when she is older. You also have place to stick photos and make notes about her likes and dislikes. Oh and not to forget the pretty pink and red illustrations!
Our Story – For My Son is identical to the journal for my daughter but you guessed it – it’s blue!
With these journals there is no excuse for not remembering all the important milestones in your child life: when they took their first step, when they said their first word or for that matter what it was. It is something wonderful that you can do for your son or daughter and then present it to them when they are all grown-up!
Reflections in Motion hard cover journals are perfect to give as gifts; they are so pretty, beautifully illustrated and anyone would be delighted to receive one! If you would like to find out more about these and the other journals that Reflections in Motion sell, click over to their website here.
Disclaimer: These journals were provided to Super Mom Blog by Reflections in Motion for review purposes.
Ice Age 4 Continental Drift Review
On Sunday we went to the first ever SA screening of the much-anticipated Ice Age 4 Continental Drift in 3D, we even got to see it before the US! This is my Ice Age 4 Continental Drift Review:
The film was super funny and along with the usual characters we got to meet a few new ones. As Manny, Diego, and Sid set out on their most action packed adventure yet, they are joined by Sid’s crazy long-lost granny. After a Continental shift occurs Manny, Diego and Sid find themselves separated from the rest of the herd. The three friends are forced to set sail, on a ship crafted out of an iceberg, in an attempt to reunite with the rest of the herd. Along their treacherous journey, they encounter a pirate ship and are taken hostage.
Another new character we meet during this new adventure, is a female sabre-tooth, named Shira (Jennifer Lopez), she is one of the notoriously bad pirate crew. Shira sets out to destroy Diego and also challenges his view of what a family really is and his loyalty to the herd. Eventually she realizes the pirates are only out for themselves and who her true friends really are.
I cannot forget to mention Scrat and his acorn adventures, that take him to places that no prehistoric squirrel has gone before.
The main focus throughout the film is on the importance of family, how vital it is to maintain a close bond between parents and children and the unconventional family unit, that these animals have formed as their “herd”. The film is both funny and heart warming and we all thoroughly enjoyed it! In my opinion it may be the best Ice Age yet!
Ice Age 4 Continental Drift is due to be released in cinemas on Friday 29th June 2012.
Source: Numetro