Lepe Beach

After a cool, crisp morning of hunting for treasures on Lepe beach, Mary and Witchy stole a quiet moment to relax and enjoy a flask of one of Witchy’s brews.

We are so lucky to be within easy reach of such a beautiful part of the country.  Find out more about Lepe Country Park and ideas for fun days out and events here http://www3.hants.gov.uk/lepe

Things will be looking a bit different in a couple of weeks as Mary embarks on her next travel adventure. 

We will be switching to Mary Monkey’s travel blog whilst we are away and then returning to her ‘behind the scenes’ blog just in time for the website launch. 

We felt it was time for a well deserved rest; Mary will be letting her fur down in the Maldivian sun.  Now all she needs to do is decide who will accompany her (other than me of course); my hand luggage isn’t big enough for the whole crew!

Colouring In Consultant - Isla

 Mary Monkey would like to say a big thank you to Isla for testing out the new materials for the website this morning.  From her look of concentration, you can see how seriously we take our duties here at Mary Monkey & Friends.  

The website is well under way with construction hopefully coming to an end soon, exciting times!  The site will offer free fun activities for all the family and also books and merchandise featuring Mary Monkey and all her friends.  I will keep you posted with progress and look forward to the big launch!

Good Friday - Hot Cross Buns

Good Friday is a time for remembrance and tradition.  One such tradition is the eating of hot cross buns.  Whether you enjoy yours hot with lots of butter melted on the toasted halves or just straight from the packet; all are marked with a cross as a sobering reminder of the true meaning of the day.

Enjoy your time with your families over the coming holiday if you are lucky enough to be spending this special time of year with them.  

Happy Easter to you all, love Mary Monkey x

Crafty Nephews

Mary Monkey would like to send out a big thank you to Riley and Max for their help with the latest costume designs!  As it happens, it was Deborah (mum) who ended up doing most of the work, so thank you to you too!  

The scene is starting to be set for the next book; follow Mary's blog to keep up to date with her hard work and fun along the way!

The intention of Mary Monkey and her books has always been to involve the family so enlisting the help of my nieces and nephews is all part of the fun.  I treasure seeing art their work as part of our stories x

A Tribute on International Women's Day

Mary wanted to acknowledge this day to recognise and celebrate the influential women in our lives.  

They are always there for you and will stand by you through the good times and the bad.  Should we rise and fall or should we succeed in our ventures, they will be there beside you holding their heads high, proud of you no matter what the outcome.

Please take a moment to celebrate the strength of the women in your life and don't forget to include yourself!  

International Men's day is on Saturday 19th November; you will have your tribute too boys but know that you are always in our hearts x

New Characters Under Development

As ever, it's all go in the 'Mary Monkey and Friends' development departments.  

Granny M is working on a new character for the books and Jo is working on another new sock monkey friend for Mary.  

Just like Santa's elves in their workshop throughout the year, we are busy knitting and sewing little creatures to create new characters for you to enjoy and make part of your lives and memories as we enjoy having them as part of ours. 

I'd like to say a big thank you to everyone involved for your support and for helping to start our new adventure together!