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The Amazing Adventures of Me

October 23, 2026May 4, 2025 by Lavania Oluban
A children's adventure journal, red rubber boots, and an orange backpack with art supplies rest on a stone wall, with white flowers and greenery in the background.

If you’ve been following our adventures for a while, you’ll know how much I love documenting days out, mini missions, and little magical moments with Arlo. That’s exactly why I created the Amazing Adventures of Me Journal, a playful, practical, and inspiring space for kids (and grown-ups too!) to record the fun things they do, … Read more

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Greetings, fellow brummie mummies, parents and adventure enthusiasts! I'm Lavania, the driving force behind "The Amazing Adventures of Me." If you're on the hunt for family-friendly escapades and hidden gems in and around Birmingham, you've just stumbled upon your new favourite hub!

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A children's adventure journal, red rubber boots, and an orange backpack with art supplies rest on a stone wall, with white flowers and greenery in the background.
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Creatively Parenting a little whirlwind
👩‍👦#teacher (DT food specialist)
📍#Birmingham
🚗 #daysoutwithkids
🪲 #cricut ambassador

Keeping it casual for a Sunday …. Lols! Got dres Keeping it casual for a Sunday …. Lols! 

Got dressed up to go and catch the last sunset of the holiday on the beach. What a whirlwind…. We needed this little break!
Nemo at Land of Legends Had to treat Arlo to a s Nemo at Land of Legends 

Had to treat Arlo to a special night out @thelandoflegends - which will get its own separate review but what better experience for this discerning food critic than to visit @nemorestaurantandlounge …. I do have to keep this real for you though. 

He was in his element with the surroundings and decor - and to be quite honest we were lucky to get seated, you can only book a table if you plan to order three courses, but after a drink in the bar and a glance at the menu we asked for a table and they managed to squeeze us in. Grateful for this on a busy Friday evening. 

We saw a proposal and several birthday celebrations, with the entire restaurant pausing to wave napkins around every time. The service was impeccable, everyone was really attentive and it made it feel as special as it is supposed to be. 

Sadly however for us the food didn’t quite hit the spot. I don’t know if it’s because we have been treated to such lovely options at the hotel, we opted for the wrong dishes or because we have such an amazing food scene at home but for such an amazing concept this was a little disappointing. 

Everything was just a bit lacklustre - the kids menu was boring with noodle soup starter and chicken and chips …. (The other options were mac and cheese or burgers). Arlo actually said he would have preferred something like a kids bento box…. So i ordered him a couple of bits of sushi. 

I opted for udon noodles and it was alright, just not giving that extra “thing” that I expected given the reputation and the price tag. Portion size was decent and everything was prepared well, but I just expected to be wowed and sadly I think this is another one of those places which is perfect for instagrammable moments but not one for foodies. 

We did think about getting one of the desserts which comes out smoking and with fanfare but it was Arlo who said it probably wouldn’t be worth it and we chose to head out to the Mall and get some other treats instead. 

Glad to have ticked this one off the bucket list and would still recommend for a special Occassion…. Get dressed up and take lots of fabulous pictures, enjoy the atmosphere but don’t go just for the food.
Apparently we’re doing extreme sports now. Would Apparently we’re doing extreme sports now.

Would 100% do it again….. 

#TurkeyHoliday #JetSki #FamilyAdventures #SideTurkey
Love a little viral dance routine #babydoll 🍂 Love a little viral dance routine #babydoll 🍂
Oreo update Girlypops is now 13 weeks old, and i Oreo update 

Girlypops is now 13 weeks old, and is 1.4kg! She can climb the curtains, jump five feet straight in the air has captured all of our hearts! 

She’s had her vaccines recently and because of this there was a rare moment of peace and quiet in the house for me to capture this pic….💖
#ad Regency romance, but make it wearable… I’m fu #ad Regency romance, but make it wearable…

I’m fully embracing my romantic era at the moment and this BELROSIE top is EVERYTHING. The floral bodice, ruffled neckline and those ridiculously dramatic sleeves give me all the Regency-inspired vibes, but paired with jeans it still feels completely wearable.

Basically, if it looks like I could wander around a country estate in it, I want it.

Search and follow BELROSIE on SHEIN to discover more of their romantic pieces.

Use BELROSIEUK9theamazingadventuresofme6537 for an exclusive discount.

@sheinofficial @shein_gb

#BELROSIE #SHEINtrends
I made it myself….. Had to add a little lunar sta I made it myself…..

Had to add a little lunar stages design to my sleeves to embrace the spooky season. Loves it! 

Anything is possible with Cricut!
#ad @shein_gb @sheinofficial Arlo’s room has had #ad @shein_gb @sheinofficial

Arlo’s room has had a little spooky season makeover!

A fresh bat-print duvet, the cutest ghost cushion, a little skeleton keeping watch and some colourful glowing bats on the wall. Just enough Halloween magic to make his room feel cosy and spooky without going completely overboard.

The bat lights are definitely my favourite little detail!

Halloween unleashed, savings unlocked!

Unleash your Halloween with up to 80% OFF at SHEIN. Search DTU8S in the SHEIN app and use my coupon code theamazingadventuresofme1979 to save even more.

#SHEINHalloweenSale #SHEINsaveinstyle #HalloweenBedroom #HalloweenDecor
#ad @shein_gb @sheinofficial A little autumn ward #ad @shein_gb @sheinofficial

A little autumn wardrobe appreciation post because I took far too many pictures of these outfits to leave them sitting in my camera roll.

I’ve been loving these pieces from Firerie on SHEIN. The neutral trousers, cosy knits, pretty tops and that gorgeous red dress are giving me plenty of options for work, weekends and everything in between.

And the best bit? Everything mixes and matches, so I’m getting loads of different outfits without needing an entirely new wardrobe. Although I am very good at convincing myself otherwise.

Search and follow Firerie on SHEIN to explore the collection, and use my exclusive discount code: theamazingadventuresofme1631

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#SHEINtrends #AutumnOutfits #AutumnFashion #CapsuleWardrobe
My absolute fave? Focaccia made fresh with rosem My absolute fave? 

Focaccia made fresh with rosemary, olive oil, red onions and cherry tomatoes. There’s just something about all of these flavours which tickles my fancy…. & my taste buds! 

It’s super easy to make too…. My top tip with a dough like this is to mix the yeast with warm water and some sugar or honey and leave it to the side for a little while to start reacting. Then you need to take your time for a double prove, add dimples and drizzles of olive oil and a really hot oven. 

I took this one to Palomas birthday tea party and it disappeared in seconds
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