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I’m Jacqui – a 40+ freelance journalist & lifestyle blogger.
I’ve been a magazine features writer for over 20 years, and in 2009 became one of the UK’s original ‘Mummy Bloggers’.
I’m proud mum to two funny & spirited girls; born summer 2008 and autumn 2010, and we all live just outside London with OH and our youngest baby – a miniature dachshund, named Frankie.
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Aww look at that wee finger! Such a cute pic x
Gorgeous 🙂
Lovely shot. The finger on lips adds that special touch.
Oh how I miss the days where my boy would just randomly fall asleep on my shoulder or on his play mat. So peaceful and calm. Now it’s all about which toy can make a loud noise as he bangs it against something. Joy!
Too cute! Just look at that little finger! x
Those snuggly naps were the best…
Lovely! If only my two would sleep like that.
You’ve received a Stylish Blogger Award – come ‘n’ get it!! http://jollyoldengland.blogspot.com/2011/01/stylish-blog-award.html
Gorgeous.
Awwww gorgeous 🙂
How perfect. It (very, nearly, almost) makes me feel broody :0)
Oh, this is just adorable! So sweet 🙂
Fabulous. Love the finger!
oh. emm. gee. that is just the cutest picture. *must not get broody*
On reflection of all your lovely comments I would like to confirm that you are ALL absolutely right – she is a gorgeous, adorable little sweetheart, and I could just eat her up!!*
*Previous statement could contain extreme bias…
Aw, completely lovely! Great pic x
Major ovary flipping here *sigh*
So cute! Great photo