Mine - I was 5 years old and part of a junior primary that only covered Class 1, Class 2 and Std 1 (Grades 1-3). All the events were more fun than serious: 3 legged races, sack races, egg and spoon races and I vaguely remember a fathers and mothers race. I do remember us being grouped into houses and we all wore the corresponding colour shirts. I doubt this gets done in many other countries but its a wonderful way South African school engender…

An ongoing inner wrestle of mine - what are dangerous things to encourage my boys to do and what are dangerous things to confidently and consciously oppose? What are my rights as a mom and which battles are better left unfought?

Bike riding is so good for children. I know this! It gets them out the house, they feel independent and free to some extent. It is a great activity for their co-ordination and leg…

I still remember my first day of school. I was 5 and a half years old. I had to wear a white collared shirt with a navy blue dress over it. I can recall managing the zip up the side and the button on the belt but my mom always had to do my ponytail. I remember many mornings of panic when we couldn't find the hairbands! I have a very vivid memory of that first morning. I held my parents' hands, laden with a ridiculously big bag and walked through…

Watch out Yuppiechef - these have to be some of the cutest kids in the kitchen!

So proud of myself for baking with my boys during the holidays. Yes, I'm brave! Over Christmas, our Online Antenatal Courses have slowed down so I've had lots of extra time for memorable adventures with my boys...

I still remember being allowed to hold the beater while my mom added ingredients for one of her incredible cakes. My mom…