#mamasmonkey

Growing up happens in a heartbeat... 💜 One minute you're in nappies; the next, you're sat opposite me, discussing our future adventures over dinner.... . . #monkey #mamasmonkey #myworld #mamasboy #makingmemories #growingup #alwaysbemybaby #7goingon17 https://www.instagram.com/p/CGvO6raDW4B/?igshid=1ep9ntpdvrnft

When Monkey is way much cooler than his Mama... . . . . #mamasboy #Mamasmonkey #mamaandmonkey #lockdown #dailywalk #freshair #happiness #hayleymenzies #dogman #instakids https://www.instagram.com/p/B-7Eh-nhNT6/?igshid=facad4iv9bx0

The biggest blessing in all of this chaos is that I get to spend time with this gem. #olliegator #almostthree #olliemarie #mamasmonkey #socialdistancing #noschooluntilapril13th https://www.instagram.com/p/B914Y-KJw_pxkKOSevPR9DBIUnWj0yOaaTbt2g0/?igshid=ufohqjdrc4lu

Today Monkey turns 7! It doesn't feel all that long ago that my (not so) little Monkey (all 8lb 5oz of him) entered the world.. From the moment I craddled you in my arms in the birthing pool, my entire world changed and life was complete. Monkey you are the reason that I smile, the reason that I laugh. You are the reason that I cry, the reason that I sigh. You are my happy place. You are my frustration at times when our stubborn ways clash. You make my heart beat and sometimes my heart break. Now that you are 7, you have discarded your love and affection of Paw Patrol and Mickey Mouse. Life is now very much, all about sport, music and computer games. Your independence shines brightly. You have your own unique style that I never want you to lose. You have the determination to always do your best. You are strong willed, yet you have such a caring and sensitive soul. You have so much love to give and always see the best in people. You are selfless and so loving. I love the way that you notice the little details, you know when I'm sad or unwell and you give me the best hugs to cheer me up. I love the stories and pictures you create for me at school. I love the silly games that we play and the songs that we sing. I know that the next phase in your life is fast approaching, when your Mama isn't needed as much and you'd rather do things on your own. I know that I may not be "cool" or able to recite the plethora of Pokemon that you can. I may not have a clue, what Minecraft is, let alone know how to play it. I may be terrible at playing football. I also know that one day you'll be too grown-up for your Mama's kisses and snuggles. Probably embarrassed by it too. You've moved onto an affection towards Minecraft and Lego and one day you will move onto a different special someone in your life—and it won't be me. But for now, I am your special someone. I am your Mama. So, I will continue to hold your hand until you are ready to let it go. So please let me love you a little more, until you're not so little any more.. Happy Birthday Monkey! #birthdayboy #mamasboy #Mamasmonkey #monkeylove #monkey #alwaysbemybaby #7today #growinguptoofast #mamaandmonkey #birthday https://www.instagram.com/p/B9Nfpc7D7MB/?igshid=1gy5k0whskymg

“The beautiful thing about learning is nobody can take it away from you.” - B.B. King #Monkey #Mamasmonkey #guitar #minimusician #guitarman #practicemakesperfect #alwayslearningalwaysgrowing #lovehim #happiness https://www.instagram.com/p/B55zJipDQW0/?igshid=r1gwqypujvfo

Proud Mama Announcement Monday swim session for Monkey.. So not only has he picked up the art of the front crawl but he has nailed the back stroke too. Now we just need to focus on his breathing and technique! It took me to the age of 33 to learn how to swim. Monkey is only 6 and has taken to swimming like a fish to water... #monkey #waterbaby #mamasmonkey #swimminglesson #swimmer #swim #abshotcountryclub #futuretriathlete (at Abshot Country Club) https://www.instagram.com/p/B169y61DP47/?igshid=5vi45qh7ieuh

Utter heart melt.. My little love note I was presented with from Monkey when he was picked him up from school today.. "To Mummy, I love you. You are lovlee. You are the best in the wold. Lovlee mummy. Love from Chase xx 💜 xx" #mummysmonkey #monkey #mamasboy #mamasmonkey #lovehim #myworld #heartmelt https://www.instagram.com/p/Bvjz_MBneDB/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=i9xg1t1gcy2b

Date night with my little valentine.. 💜 Monkey, "No one will ever know the strength of my love for you, after all, you're the only one who knows what my heart sounds like from the inside!" - Your Mama #monkeylove #mamasboy #monkeyandmama #mamasmonkey #monkey #datenight #happiness #lovehim #valentinesday #dinnerdate #MamaandMonkeydate (at Ask Restaurants) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt35U1tHf9i/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1d9fgae81hkm6