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As others return to school, we’re still counting down another two weeks, as all my boys go back to school on 9th June. That’s 14 days left of remote learning, which will hopefully be punctuated by bike rides in the sunshine like today instead of frustration, distraction, tears and tantrums! Thinking of our incredible teachers, those with kids who’ve returned this week, those juggling multiple situations with some kids returning to school and others still at home, work and all the mixed feelings (anxiety, elation, to name but two), that may be surfacing. Hang in there, I know you’re doing your best. ❤️#isolife #iso #lifewithkids

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Just another day of wrangling in #iso at Shenanigans HQ 🐶 #iso #dogsofinstagram

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If you’re not already following her, check out the awesome @misstrixiedrinkstea. This Melbourne based cake wiz’s #iso cakes are Next Level and super fun 🌈❤️🌈💙 and exactly what we all need right now. Image credit: @misstrixiedrinkstea

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Loving these mild late Autumn 🍂 arvos when remote learning is done for the day 🙌🏼 and there’s still enough time and light to go for a bike ride 🚲 and shoot some hoops 🏀 with nine friends 👨‍❤️‍👨 #autumn #isolife

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Currently reading Hilde Hinton’s debut novel and enjoying it so far. You might have heard of her brother, @samueljjohnson78 and @loveyoursister 💖 What’s on your bedside table?

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Life IS beautiful when it’s the weekend, we can all have a break from remote learning 🙏, the sun is shining ☀️ and we can finally venture slightly further afield and visit family and friends ❤️ It’s also beautiful when you’re wearing the Life is Beautiful 🌈 wrap dress from @bohobirdbybirdsnest after weeks of wearing trackie dacks and miscellaneous activewear. I’m loving this flattering wrap maxi style for the cooler months, with some elastane for comfort and give #isobaking, not to mention a fab print which gives plenty to work with in the coordinating shoe, layering and accessories departments 💙I’m wearing size 12 in this style, which was kindly gifted to me by the lovely ladies @birdsnestonline ❤️ If you have any questions about this dress, ping me or comment below. #outfitoftheday #boho #maxi #everydaystyle #birdsnestonline #fashion #fashionblogger

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Another week of #iso done and dusted. Well done everyone 👏 We made it 👊 #threeweekstogo #friyay #afternoonlight

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Mother’s Day 2020 💝 While we missed spending time with our extended family, a slow day at home in #iso was actually pretty great thanks to some thoughtful touches and delicious food from my crew. #isomothersday #iso #isolife #mothersday2020

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Mother’s Day can be a mixed bag for different people for all sorts of reasons. Whatever your circumstances or feelings about today, I hope you feel seen, heard, acknowledged, understood and loved ❤️ Image credit: @rachelcastleandthings #isomothersday2020 #mothersday

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I washed my hair twice this week. I think that’s an #iso record 🏆I also put on a dress and some fun earrings but sadly missed the self tan memo 🤣 Tap for all outfit details. #isostyle #notsoeverydaystyle #fashion #showusyourgorman

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The highlight of every day this week? Walking and scooting ‘round the neighbourhood, enjoying mild weather and admiring the beautiful autumnal leaves with this guy 💘 #isolife #iso #lifewithboys #8

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Just finished this month’s book club book 📚 I do enjoy the occasional epic historical fiction 📚 Now, what to read next? 📚 #bookstagram #book #books #historicalfiction #fiction #bookshelf #whattoreadnext