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Kamila Blackborn
Alex Bollen
Laura Clifford
Hannah Dobson
Laura Edwards
Emma Hammett
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Editor's Letter
Sarah x
There really is nothing like the arrival of summer for me. I love the sun and the warmth and energy it brings and how it can change our family dynamics for a few short months. With two young and active boys some of those changes are great; more time outside burning off energy, exploring our urban environment and the small pool in our garden. But some of the summer dynamic can be challenging too; bedtime fights because "the sun is still out", the suncream, and/or hat battles and for the older children, the question of how to fill those weeks of summer break from school.
In this Summer issue our members share ways their families enjoy and tackle these sunny summer months. From tips for keeping cool during a summer pregnancy through getting out in our local area and beyond. We've also included some expert advice on photographing our children both in our homes and out in the sun and how to keep our children safe from the unique dangers of the summer environment.
Our upcoming autumn issue will be looking at "happy endings" or "saying goodbye." We hope to share the thoughts and feelings of our members about the stages that they are leaving, or have already left behind. Some will be stages we as parents are sad to see end and others will be stages we are so glad to finally be through. Remember, as members, this is your magazine and we are creating it for you. I would love to hear from any of you and, if you are feeling inclined, perhaps our next issue will be the one where you share your experience with others. All questions, comments and contributions for Special Delivery can be sent to me at [email protected]. I look forward to hearing from you.
Jenny Hemsley
Sarah Imrie
Joanna Meyer
Sara-Jane McCabe
Jim Oakley
Amy Tarr