I’ve
looked back and noticed I didn’t post this last year, due to too much festive
content and not enough time. I always love reading these kinds of posts, not
only because I’m super nosey, but because I find them great inspiration. 2019
marked Alfie’s third Christmas and he still didn’t really understand it. He
wouldn’t sit still and wasn’t interested in opening his presents, so I did most
of it.
It’s
strange because kids and Christmas has been a hot topic at work, with us mums
discussing Christmas Eve boxes: yes or no? Stockings: yes or no? And the rough
amount of money we spend. For me, I work hard all year and all my money goes on
the house and Alfie. I’m more than happy to go without my luxury-branded make
up, so if I can’t spoil my son at Christmas, when can I?! And it’s fair to say,
he was spoilt.
I
made him a Christmas Eve box with Paw Patrol pyjamas and DVD, a couple of
books, some reindeer food and Milkyway Magic Stars. Then in the morning he had
his stocking with all the essentials: new toothbrush and toothpaste, bath bits,
a couple of small toys and the obligatory Satsuma/chocolate coins. He ate the
fruit first! Then came the presents under the tree...
We
love the Great Little Trading Company and
often buy Alfie things from the website. He has so many books that his mounted
bookcase can’t take anymore. I chose the bear pull-along cart, which was ideal
because he received so many books for Christmas too. Our friends bought him the
Winnie the Pooh set which will be a massive hit, while family bought him more
of the ‘That’s Not My...’ books. I got him ‘The Large Family’ collection but
the highlight was the Peppa Pig box set which I got at the bargain price of
£29.99 in TK Maxx (RRP: £149.99)!
Last
Christmas, mum bought Alfie the GLTC fix-it work bench, but we were unable to
get the toolbox add-on – until this year! Thankfully I saw it in the catalogue
and ordered it before it sold out again. He loves playing with both, always
putting the screws in the holes and banging everything in sight with the
hammer. Everything from the GLTC is always great quality, so it’s bound to last
until Alfie out-grows it.
Clothes
are always necessary and everyone must have known Alfie needed pyjamas and
socks. He has his favourite pair of Happy Socks, so mum bought him some more
pairs... which is good, because he will often pull said favourite pair out of
his washing bag! After opening the Paw Patrol pyjamas on Christmas Eve, he
received pyjamas from Robert, mum and Rebecca over the road. He also received
some lovely jumpers, tops and sets. Mum had also bought Alfie a winter coat
from Boden, which he had early
because he needed a thicker coat for playing outside at nursery. Everyone at
nursery knows how much he loves his ‘doggie coat’ and he won’t let his friend touch it.
Ash
is the resident gardener in our house, but now he has a little helper. The
Gruffalo mini gardener kit so cute and comes in a carry case to store all of
the tools. Alfie loves being outside and quite often ‘helps’ in the garden, so
no doubt he will look forward to spring. Not pictured are some really lovely
wildflower seeds – they are in balls which can be instantly thrown on the soil,
rather than planted, so Alfie can have his own patch.
Now
to the toys & games. Robert bought Alfie the Leapfrog Leap Start 3D for his
birthday and it came with a sample book. But now he has a full version book to
read and learn with – and it’s Peppa Pig. Note to self: connect the device to
the computer to make the book compatible. The tablet is great and Alfie loves
playing with. He already knows his ABC and sings along to the alphabet song. He
can also recognise objects that begin with certain letters, for example, A is
for Apple. The tablet will certainly aid his development further.
The
Vtech Toot-Toot Drivers Garage was another birthday present and he received
loads of vehicles to play with it. With his Christmas money, we bought an
additional set to connect to the garage, a fire station, so at least he will be
more inclined to play with it. It also means he now has three fire engines, but
it’s not the end of the world. Before, he only played with the cars, so
hopefully now he will play with it in the way it’s meant to be played with.
He
also received a selection of games and puzzles. I remember the Orchard Toys games from when I was a child and always loved playing them – my favourite
was the shopping list game. I can’t wait to play these with Alfie. His Paw
Patrol Glow Pad works using chalk-based pens and unfortunately it’s not a toy
that Alfie can play with unsupervised – he would much rather draw on his hands
and clothing than the pad itself. But it lights up in various colours, so is a
fun addition.
What
did your little ones get for Christmas? Please leave your links below or let me
know on social, I’d love to have a nose!
Love,
Lucy xx
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