It’s not often that I get to write about a super cool event taking place in my hometown (still love you Nelspruit)! But yes, miracles do happen and today I’m writing about Innibos – coming your way next week in my lovely little hometown.

You are probably already packed, excited to get away from the cold and ready to rock with your favourite bands (Die Heuwels Fantasties, Adam, Bobby, Karlien and of course Francois van Coke). 

But what about kiddo?

Before you book granny to babysit, scroll down to find out all about a magical new addition to the Innibos Program:

Innibos Kinderboeke Storie-Krôl 2018

 

This fabulous idea originated when Marlene du Toit, Principal of Mosaiek Educational Centre in Nelspruit, decided to bring the magic of books to life. This year will be the second time your kids can experience the magic of four popular children books at the ATKV Boeke Oase.

We all know the importance of reading from a young age but here’s a quick fact:

Reading is at the heart of all formal education; it’s basically the key to your child’s academic future.

What’s in it for your mini?

 

  • Local teachers create interactive stations for each of the four books. Kiddo “krols” from station to station to experience every story in real-life. Kinda like a story-town!
  • A Giant bear, dirty pirates who refuse to take a bath, a bunch of friendly rabbits and the ever popular Babalela were some of the characters from last year.

You need to buy your tickets right now to find out what lovely characters will be around this time…

 

What do you need to know?

  • The program caters for kids from 2 – 8 years old.
  • Where: Hoërskool Nelspruit at the ATKV Boeke Oase.
  • When: 11:00 – 14:00 (27 June – 30 June 2018)
  • Tickets available on Computicket (R82).
  • Ps: You can krol with kiddo (free of charge) or enjoy a well deserve coffee at the ATKV coffee shop.
PrettyBelle has 2 tickets up for grabs for 2 lucky mini-krollers!

PLEASE NOTE: The tickets are for the 14:00 show on Thursday 28 June 2018.

How to enter:

1. Like the InniBos Giveaway Post (on Facebook AND Instagram)

2. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram

3. Read the blog and SUBSCRIBE to our fabulous newsletter (look for pink subscribe box in sidebar)

4. Tag 3 friends

5. Comment DONE.

You can enter on Facebook and/or Instagram (T’s & C’s apply).
You can comment as many times as you like (to increase your chances), but will be disqualified if you tag the same people.
Competition close on Monday 25 June.
Winner will be announced on Facebook.
The winner will be chosen using www.random.org
South African Residents Only.
Successful entrants must have completed all the steps (I’m going to check)! 😉

Good Luck!

Make reading fun with these tips:

 

According to Minki’s principal, Marlene du Toit from Mosaiek Kleuterskool, parents can make reading fun from a young age.

 

  • You can never start too early! Yes, although it doesn’t look like it, baby listens when you are reading and she loves hearing your voice!
  • Start with picture books. No need to go all Shakespeare on me now. Any good old picture storybook will do the trick!
  • Pick a quiet spot… the television does not count!
  • Make reading bedtime stories part of kiddos sleeproutine (I know your glass of wine and Binnelanders are waiting, but you will never regret those extra 20 minutes reading to your kid).
  • Discover your inner dramaqueen: Change your voice for different characters. Nobody likes a boring storyteller. I love when Minki tries to run away, when I get to the part where the big bad wolf jumps out of the bed to grab Little Red Riding Hood.
Start reading and come say Hi when you’re in town!

XOXO

Helene (& Minki)


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GRATEFUL with a new found respect for life…

It may sound like a cliché BUT after me & Joshie went through a hijacking earlier this week - THIS weekend was just what the doctor ordered! 😅

Quality time with the #fam - a 40th bday celebrations with delicious mexican food @picasso_mexican_taqueria - good coffee ☕️ early morning tennis games (swipe to the end to watch Joshie in action) 🎾 I went for a run, finished stationery shopping for the kids @pna_colouryourworld - worked on my new year planning for my #mommyandme classes @pienkvoetpretnels + a new business venture COMING SOON 🔜 I watched “Fool me Once” on #netflix, I took a #nap AND I put on a pretty pink dress! 💗

Nothing EXTRAORDINARY but amazing once you realize how quickly life can change 🤍

Thank you once again for all the LOVE - I’m absolutely overwhelmed 💗

*Hop back 2 posts to read our story

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IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO ALL MY LOVELY FOLLOWERS ‼️

Yesterday could have ended terribly…

But it didn’t.

Thank you for all the LOVE 🤍 & please BE SAFE .

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Today could have ended terribly…

Me & Joshie got in the car to drop off our houseworker, Mamsie, in town around 16:15.

There’s a garage in town, with literally hundreds of people walking by, catching busses ect - I usually stop close by the petrolstation - hazards on - Mamsie gets out - and we’re off into the busy street once again.

Today went a little different - so Joshie was in in the back in his carseat, I pulled over, car still running and unlocked my car so Mamsie could get out from the passenger seat - 

It all happened so fast…

One minute I was unlocking the doors, I was looking at Joshie screaming “high five Mamsie, high five!” When suddenly my door was jerked open and this guy was literally in my car in my face - 

Screaming “listen to me listen to me!!!!!”

In that split second I turned to my left and where Mamsie just got out there was someone else getting in - I started screaming.. 

No no no Noooooo! Leave us alone!!! 

The guy grabbed my backpack, that was lying on my lap - I tried to grab it back and pulled with all my might - all the while Joshie is screaming hysterically in the back and his door is also opened by a 3rd person.

I got the bag back, I tried to get away, but the car went dead - putting the car in neutral to get away made the car move and in that split second I started the car and with 3 open doors swung out into the busy road!

Here’s the best part: For once there was no oncoming cars, we got home safe - unharmed & not even my bag was stolen.

Minki was home & when we all calmed down and I told her our story she said: “But Mommy how could you grab your bag from that guy, you are not that strong?!” 

And before I could even answer, she said, “Wait I know - it was the Holy Spirit! He helped you.”

Indeed he did.

Joshie added: “Ja Liewe Jesus het gehelp MAAR Mamma het VERSKRIKLIK hard geskreeu!”

So grateful tonight, cause you know you always think that this won’t happen to me.

Well it did.

It was a horrible experience but…

we’re 💯 fine.

Thanks to Jesus (and my loud voice) 😉

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Suffering from IMPOSTER SYNDROME big time 😢 

Sometimes I’m like there’s NO way I’ve got 23 000 + people following me?????

BUT then I get to meet 3 beautiful followers in 2 days (1 next to the swimming pool, one @sugarrushkzn & 1 in ZARA (obviously) 🤣🤣 and I’m like:

“Wow, I actually have REAL people who ❤️ what I write & post!” 

23 000 + amazing PEOPLE (probably a few bots inbetween) 🤖 BUT I’ve never ever paid for one single follower & that basically means I build a fun- fashion loving -cool -relatable Mom community ! 💪 

ALL BY MYSELF!!!

These 3 women made me realize that I’m NOT an imposter:

I deserve to be here.

I deserve to get the campaigns.

I deserve to be called an influencer 
(in a positive non derogatory way).

I deserve to NOT feel like an imposter in my own life - albeit on social media.

So, this year it’s #byebyebye to the 

I AM NOT GOOD ENOUGH thoughts!

& HELLO to all of the good stuff:

lovely followers, kind comments, cool campaigns & exciting new ventures coming my way 😍

What’s your take on the imposter syndrome & do you also suffer from it?

Xxx

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