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The Gallery – Girls

February 13, 2013by Spencer 20 Comments

I’m a stupid, and keep forgetting to join in with The Gallery over at Sticky Fingers.  Yep, I’m a noob and I will mend my ways. This week the theme […]

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A letter to my son on the eve of his 4th birthday

February 12, 2013by Spencer 17 Comments

Dear Tiernan, Your name means ‘fair Lord of The Manor’ in Gaelic. Tighearnán, my darling son, as it would be written in Gaelic, you hold that name proudly. Above is […]

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Dear Mum…

November 29, 2012by Spencer 15 Comments

Dear Mum, I’m sorry you’re unable to make it this weekend. It’s your birthday and I know you have every right to do what you wish. I just wish… I […]

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T&K, having a chat – a vlog

November 29, 2012by Spencer 5 Comments

Having a chat about David Bowie and Humpty Dumpty. As you do.

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The Gallery: Eyes

November 28, 2012by Spencer 13 Comments

Joining in with this again after a bit of a break as the topic means a lot to me. I’ve got very pale blue eyes and I’ve never really liked […]

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Don’t try this at home

November 9, 2012by Spencer 18 Comments

I picked the children up from playgroup last night, and was informed that K had clattered into another child at playgroup. I was greeted by a cheery girl, with a […]

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Father and Son

“Do you still love us when you’re not with us?”

October 12, 2012by Spencer 20 Comments

My son asked me a question today, prompted by my ex, his mum, leaving us in soft play to go and get the car. Not sure where this question came […]

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A letter to my daughter on the eve of her 2nd birthday

October 10, 2012by Spencer 25 Comments

My darling girl, It’s your second birthday tomorrow. A milestone in so many ways but also because it’s the only occasion when your age doubles overnight. I know you’ll have […]

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One

Three very different poses

October 9, 2012by Spencer 6 Comments

It’s Sunday afternoon and the children are ready to go out to a party…

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David Bowie

David Boney

October 5, 2012by Spencer 13 Comments

My son is a bit of a legend with my touch screen phone. He has, by accident I think although I’m not totally sure, shown me how to put icons […]

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