Muddy puddles in (little) muddy puddles
My toddler loves wearing wellies. And why wouldn't she - they are meant
for puddle-jumping which is the best thing since sliced bread as far as
she is concerned.
After a big rain fall we often go out puddle hunting for some puddle
jumping. No puddle is deemed too insignificant. It doesn't matter if it
is on the side of the road, or in the park. It doesn't matter if it
gives just one splash before it is gone, or thoroughly manages to soak
your bum and your mum. It is all good.
So, on our puddle hunting exploration we found a little puddle in the park. I thought it was far too small and the splash far too unsatisfactory. But my daughter zoned in on it and there was no way to get her walk further in a search for a better puddle.
Being happy with what you have and finding joy from the little things in life, I guess that is something that many adults could learn from. I know I could.
It is all about those little things in life. Little things like getting new wellingtons from Muddy Puddles and immediately insisting on wearing them. And then
insisting on wearing them every day (must be a very comfortable pair!).
They were sturdy enough for a long walk in the forest, with a good grip on the soles
so no muddy paths stopped us. Being quite long on the legs I am sure
will serve us well and last several growth spurts. After much,
practically everyday, use and much bashing around the house they have
lasted in a beautiful condition, with the Louboutin-like splash of red still brightening the soles for those gloomy, muddy, welly-wearing days.
Here's to many more puddle jumping adventures to come! *splash!*
Here's to many more puddle jumping adventures to come! *splash!*
*Thanks to Muddy Puddles for a sample of the Classic Wellies in Navy (£12 RRP)
Loved reading this post, so true about us being happy with what we have. I love the outfit and wells are the best I searching for some for Jacob #TT_Thursday
ReplyDeleteYeah :) it is sweet isn't t the way kids concentrate on the important things in life :) these wellies were really good - loved their sturdy sole!
Deletelovely post, who doesn't love jumping in muddy puddles! #TT_Thursday
ReplyDeleteIt really is the best fun :D even as an adult!
DeleteI love jumping in puddles! Those look like serious boots....not like my little dainty flowery ones.....she means business ;) #TT_Thursday x
ReplyDeleteHa ha yes they were made for stomping around in all weather :D I've got good and sturdy ones too from Barbour, sadly Muddy Puddles for do adult versions :D
DeleteShe looks like she us having great fun! Those boots look very sturdy andnot badly priced x
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Yep really good value for great quality boots!
DeleteThese boots look like they were made for muddy puddles! I like how they come up quite high - maximum protection! Sabrina xx #TT_Thursday
ReplyDeleteYeah :) I guess the name of the company sort of alludes to that! :)
Deleteoooh double dots. Just a fabulous combination. I've got to be honest I've never been as excited to see autumn as I have since having a child who is obsessed with puddles. A good pair of wellies are now an absolute essential for us both. Tandem puddle jumping!!
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Oh that sounds lovely! I have to be honest, I haven't been doing the tandem jumping yet as I have just been taking pictures of my puddle jumping monster, but I think next time I will join in :)
DeleteSuch a great outfit for jumping in muddy puddles. I can't wait until Joey is walking so I can buy him some cute little wellies that he splash about in #weekendministyle
ReplyDeleteIt is such a lovely time when they start walking around and exploring their surroundings more independently :) and then you get to shop for shoes too, bonus! :D
DeleteAww, puddles are awesome! if you'll pardon the horrific pun, she looks like she's really giving it some welly!
ReplyDeleteHe he I've never heard that expression before but it sure suits this situation :D
DeleteLove her big grin in the photos. Jumping in muddy puddles is one of the beautiful and simple pleasures of childhood - I have to confess that it's one I'm quite enjoying reliving again with my children! :-)
ReplyDeleteShe is the happiest little girl when we get to go jumping in puddles - I think all kids love it don't they :) I do love getting to experience the childhood pleasures again, it is so much fun having kids!
DeleteHow funny that you should be splashing around in Muddy Puddles just when we are linking up with them! These look great and come right up to her knees so will protect her little feet against bigger puddles too. thank you for linking up on Country Kids.
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting and yes, this was a funny coincidence :) I chuckled to
Deletemyself when I saw Country Kids being sponsored by Muddy Puddles. A great partnership I think, very apt!
Such a lovely post - who doesn't love a good splash in a muddy puddle?! I absolutely love wellies and I can't wait to get Zach his first pair! I love the outfit, and the red soles on the wellies are amazing! xx
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Thanks, I loved that little splash of colour :) And shoe and welly buying, it is so much fun! These are her second pair of wellies and I think we'll need to get third pair soon!
DeleteI agree, what isn't to love about jumping in muddy puddles. Love those wellies :)
ReplyDeleteExactly - except muddy bottoms and wet clothes :D But nothing that a washing machine and a good bath can't fix!
DeleteThat's so lovely! I've just bought Rosalie some wellies, can't wait to get jumping! Xx
ReplyDeleteIt really is so much fun, I feel like a kid again going hunting for puddles :D
DeleteI love the wellies and the polka dot on polka dot! Oh, to go back and be that carefree! #weekendministyle --- Amy @ http://thegiftedgabber.com/
ReplyDeleteI do love the combination of dots on dots :D and stripes on stripes too :)
DeletePuddle jumping is one of the best childhood activities! Love those wellies :)
ReplyDeleteYep, and we have been excelling in conker and acorn collecting lately too :D
DeleteWe LOVE puddles and we love wellies! Great post and such sweet photos xx
ReplyDeleteHa ha we are obviously kindred spirits then :D Thanks :)
DeleteYou cant beat a lot of puddle jumping post rain shower/storm. Hope you all had fun. Thank you sharing #TT_Thursday
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting! We often go out looking for puddles after a rainfall, that's the best thing about autumn I think, plenty of rain!
DeletePuddle jumping is the best thing!! I remember, when I was little, being obsessed with a book about a girl called Sarah (ironically) who had rainbow wellies and went puddle jumping! How cute are these photos? She looks so adorable in the wellies and the dotty prints. Lovely outfits and you're right, it's all about appreciating the smaller things in life :) Thanks so much for linking up and apologies for the delayed post holiday response! #weekendministyle
ReplyDeleteAh, I saw these most amazing ranbow wellies in Mothercare (by Little Bird) which I am so sure you would love, based on your childhood obsession :D Thank you for hosting, and I hope you had a great time on your holiday, it must have been a great blast! :)
DeleteAaah that there's another puddle jumper here that would definitely want to join in. lol I love her wellies and beautiful photos too. xx
ReplyDeleteHa ha I think this is one of the favourite things for kids to do, the joy they get out of this! :) Thank you :)
DeleteFYI: Make sure there are no holes in YOUR OWN wellies before you join in...! I had to endure a VERY soggy school run not so long ago! #TT_Thursday
ReplyDeleteHa ha ha what a bugger! Thankfully mine are very new and defo hole-free :D Thanks for hosting!
DeleteBeautiful! I am loving ALL the polka dots here! Those wellies look fab too - Muddy Puddles make some gorgeous things :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up to #FunkyKidFriday xx
Thank you for hosting :) I was quite pleased with polka dot outfit - simple but effective. And talk about Muddy Puddles, they do such cute things! I love their whole selection!
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