Another week seems to have flown by, and here we are mid week again. This means it is time for my weekly round up post Ramblings Of A StressedMum – 12/08/2026.
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My Week
This week seems to have flown by, probably as we have a new puppy in the house. Health wise nothing major has happened. C is really struggling with her migraines at the moment, but we have her appointment next week for treatment. Dad is just being Dad and frustrates us having to keep on at him all the time.
Biscuit is now 9 weeks old and has found his feet. Honestly, He still can not go out yet on walks but we have taken him out to a dog friendly cafe and he loves his little trips out. He seems to go from 100mph to 0mph but is so funny apart from when he thinks my toes are toys. We have only fallen out once which was yesterday which you may have seen on Instagram.
Cars
Not mine this time, my Mum decided she did not want there car anymore so I sold it for them. Now she wants another one so I have been busy looking for something new for them.
Solar Eclipse
With all the talk of the solar eclipse that is today, I have been fondly recalling back to 1999. I remember it so vividly, I had half a day off work as met up with my husband in the afternoon. Also how everything changed at that moment the quietness and the stillness in the air. Who else can remember the last one?
What I Am Loving
Since C was little she has always had a fascination for anything Japanese. The Sakuraco box is great for anyone with a curiosity or loves trying new things. The Sakuraco box offers a refined twist: artisanal snacks, regional teas, and even collectible Japanese tableware — it feels like receiving a gift from Japan itself.
This months box included –
- Kuri Senbei – Shaped like a chestnut this gives a delicate texture and sweetness with a warm nutty note
- Sweet Potato Amanatto – A traditional confection made b y simmering adzuki or other beans in syrup and coating with refined sugar
- Yamanashi Corn Senbei – Crisp wsenseihich features locally sourced corn powder and a savoury crunch
- Seaweed Soy Chips – Made from soybeans, these are non fried and are rich in protein and fibre
- Salted Agemochi – A traditional Japanese snack made by deep flying mochi rice cakes
- Sesame & Peanut Cookie & Matcha & Gyokuro Cookie – Thin crisp cookies
- Kanten Shingen Mochi – Bite sized kanten jelly treats
- Mt Fuji Tenugui – 100% cotton cloth
- Mt Fuji Warabimochi – blue warabimochi made with naturally sourced spring water and flavoured with traditional ramune candy
- Kyoho Grape Mini Pie – Made with jioce from Yamanashi grown Kyoho grapes
- Omotenashi Dorayaki – Two pancakes filled with a sweet red bean paste
- Yamanashi Peach Jelly – The jelly is made with generous amount of locally grown peach puree
- Mt Fuji Ryokucha – Green Tea
You also get a booklet that gives you a guide of the area these treats come from and also what each treat is.
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Good Luck
I hope you have a wonderful week and that you find help for your puppy! Loved seeing the cute face!
He is a little cutie now tired himself out so a bit of peace
Oh how cute is little Biscuit and i bet he keeps you busy x
He is too cute and yes does keep us very busy, luckily he has tired himself out now
I hope you can find a puppy training class for the delightful biscuit as soon as he is old enough. What a beautiful baby he is.
Love the Sacuraco box. Thanks for the brand intro.
He is doing ok with training and C is working on new tricks with him as well
Hello Biscuit! Here’s to many more little adventures outside! I’m genuinely excited for the whole family. Having a dog really brings so much joy and makes even the simplest moments more special.
Biscuit has definitely settled in and has terrorised his big brother. Not too long until we can go out on proper adventures
I was not around for the last solar eclipse really – so this was my first! It was really something interesting. Your puppy is SO cute!!
I have very fond memories of the last solar eclipse and found this one to not be as good. Biscuit knows he is cute which he tries to use to his advantage
OMGoodness , Biscuit is so cute and I’m sure he keeps you entertained. I know it’s a lot looking for a new car but I’m sure you will find your mum a nice one.
Biscuit is such a cutie and finally having a rest at the moment. Car hunting is not fun
I am SOOO in love with little Biscuit! He is too cute, and I can’t wait to see more of him. I think he’ll be such a great fit for you two!
He is too cute and he knows it, he is currently going through a mad energetic time
omg Biscuit is the cutest…He is so adorable. I really miss having a pup in the house; they’re adorable and so much fun.
Biscuit is very cute, he has certainly stolen all our hearts
Biscuit is so adorable! Have you introduced him to the budgies yet? Hope C’s migraine appointment goes well
He is very cute, he was in C’s bedroom earlier and Pippy came out then another 2. He is too hot and bothered to worry about them at the moment. We have another week to wait for C’s appointment sadly as she is really struggling
Biscuit is certainly keeping you on your toes, even if he is nibbling them! I’m sure he’ll be up to more mischief. The Japanese box looks interesting but one thing I can’t take to is green tea. I know it is good for you and I think it must be an acquired taste
Biscuit is such a character, although has been sleepy this morning due to the heat. The Japanese box has some lovely items I am not a fan of green tea C loves it though
I can’t remember if I watched the eclipse in 1999 but will be watching tonight
I found it was a let down last night
the flavours sound delicious – might look into ordering too