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Mum In Doha Words & images courtesy of Lynsey Riach
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ast month saw our baby boy turn one. Where that magical first year has gone I will never know, I’m still searching for it. However, what a pleasure it has been to reminisce over old photos and videos (literally thousands of them) and be in complete wonder that our tiny baby was once so small and fragile and is now so agile and able to move around quickly! Not to mention jump up and down in his crib like it’s a trampoline at 3 a.m. So I always knew I wanted to do something really special and cute for our boy’s very first birthday especially as we travelled back to Scotland to celebrate with family and friends. Being so very British and all, we opted for a tea party theme and it was a huge success! Think babes at your feet crawling and rolling around whilst you sip the very best tea and scoff on cucumber sandwiches, cheese scones and cake upon cake. Perfection! I have to admit I came across the idea on Pinterest, which is my go to for all things baby, so if you haven’t already checked it out – please do. On there you are guaranteed to stumble upon such events as a ‘cake smash’ - allowing your newly turned toddler
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to smash up their very own birthday cake. We didn’t quite go that far…think of all those poor wasted calories! I must admit that looking locally for the perfect personalised gift for our boy was a real headache. Perhaps you’ve noticed how difficult it is to get such thoughtful treats for loved ones? In Doha it just seems so tricky. I really wanted to get Riley a giant Tipi that would be fun to play in with his younger brother in years to come. Lucky for me, our neighbour can run up just about anything on her sewing machine and thankfully came to the rescue to make this absolutely stunning creation (complete with gold tipped feathers as per my request!) She’s also a wonder at bunting, cushions, anything you would like to put your child’s name on – she can do it. Check out her page on Facebook titled 3 friends and a boat. Dad delighted in building this ever so sweet vintage ride on from The White Company. Just open up an Aramex Shop & Ship account and online shopping and delivery awaits! Until you read again, stay happy and healthy! n