Girly Picnic

Yesterday, due to the lovely turn in the weather me and a couple of my girly friends decided to head over to Sefton Park for a little bit of sun and picnic fun. There is nothing better and no better British summer tradition than a picnic. Sitting on grass with your bare feet out and drinking in the sun is a pleasure that us Brits rarely get. So I implore you, now the weather is good, GET OUT THERE! Whether you are a; buy a sarnie from Tesco, a Delia Smith traditional quiche and sponge cake with a wicker basket or a more quirky Jamie Oliver Thai noodle salad picnicker. Enjoy the weather while it lasts! And don't forget a few fruity ciders to wash it all down.

Nonsensical x

Kids Day Out..... Sort Of

So, for my birthday (last November, I might add) was given tickets to the Harry Potter Studio Tour in London off my mum. To my glee me and my mum booked to go in April. So last week we went. I could not have been any more excited if I tried. We arrived at 10.30, our time slot being 11am. We managed to get in a little earlier. Each of us wheedling a 'passport' intended for kids, we set off around the tour. Taking enough photos that my camera died, I then went on to use my iPhone. We wondered around for a grand total of 6 and a half hours (not including shopping time). Although we had to rush through the second half as we had taken so long. However, it was an amazing day and highly recommended! I will definitely be going again. But a few words of advice to those who have never been:

- There are lots of kids, so be ready for that.
- This is a museum, not a kids playhouse. If your child is not old enough to understand and will be upset about the magic being ruined. Don't take them.
- Don't be afraid to tussle with people to have a look, as others will happily push in front of you.
- Listen to the guys who are around the give talks, they are actually quite interesting.
- Take your time walking around. Once you go outside, there is no going back. And there is lots to see!

Finally, the shop is great! There is amazing stuff, but of course lots of tat. It is expensive £4-5 for a keyring, so take lots of dosh. I spent a small fortune, but I wanted things that I could keep and treasure and add to the huge Harry Potter Wizards Collection that the bf bought me for Christmas. The staff are really helpful, if a little highly strung from all the kids.

Nonsensical x