Muddy puddles in (little) muddy puddles

My toddler loves wearing wellies. And why wouldn't she - they are meant for puddle-jumping which is the best thing since sliced bread as far as she is concerned.




Polka-dot shirt Marimekko / polka dot jeans Benetton (similar here) / boots Muddy Puddles

After a big rain fall we often go out puddle hunting for some puddle jumping. No puddle is deemed too insignificant. It doesn't matter if it is on the side of the road, or in the park. It doesn't matter if it gives just one splash before it is gone, or thoroughly manages to soak your bum and your mum. It is all good.



So, on our puddle hunting exploration we found a little puddle in the park.  I thought it was far too small and the splash far too unsatisfactory. But my daughter zoned in on it and there was no way to get her walk further in a search for a better puddle.

Being happy with what you have and finding joy from the little things in life, I guess that is something that many adults could learn from. I know I could. 

It is all about those little things in life. Little things like getting new wellingtons from Muddy Puddles and immediately insisting on wearing them. And then insisting on wearing them every day (must be a very comfortable pair!). They were sturdy enough for a long walk in the forest,  with a good grip on the soles so no muddy paths stopped us. Being quite long on the legs I am sure will serve us well and last several growth spurts. After much, practically everyday, use and much bashing around the house they have lasted in a beautiful condition, with the Louboutin-like splash of red still brightening the soles for those gloomy, muddy, welly-wearing days.

Here's to many more puddle jumping adventures to come! *splash!*


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*Thanks to Muddy Puddles for a sample of the Classic Wellies in Navy (£12 RRP)





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  1. Loved reading this post, so true about us being happy with what we have. I love the outfit and wells are the best I searching for some for Jacob #TT_Thursday

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    1. Yeah :) it is sweet isn't t the way kids concentrate on the important things in life :) these wellies were really good - loved their sturdy sole!

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  2. lovely post, who doesn't love jumping in muddy puddles! #TT_Thursday

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    1. It really is the best fun :D even as an adult!

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  3. I love jumping in puddles! Those look like serious boots....not like my little dainty flowery ones.....she means business ;) #TT_Thursday x

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    1. Ha ha yes they were made for stomping around in all weather :D I've got good and sturdy ones too from Barbour, sadly Muddy Puddles for do adult versions :D

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  4. She looks like she us having great fun! Those boots look very sturdy andnot badly priced x
    chillingwithlucas.com

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    1. Yep really good value for great quality boots!

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  5. These boots look like they were made for muddy puddles! I like how they come up quite high - maximum protection! Sabrina xx #TT_Thursday

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    1. Yeah :) I guess the name of the company sort of alludes to that! :)

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  6. oooh double dots. Just a fabulous combination. I've got to be honest I've never been as excited to see autumn as I have since having a child who is obsessed with puddles. A good pair of wellies are now an absolute essential for us both. Tandem puddle jumping!!
    #FKF

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    1. Oh that sounds lovely! I have to be honest, I haven't been doing the tandem jumping yet as I have just been taking pictures of my puddle jumping monster, but I think next time I will join in :)

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  7. Such a great outfit for jumping in muddy puddles. I can't wait until Joey is walking so I can buy him some cute little wellies that he splash about in #weekendministyle

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    1. It is such a lovely time when they start walking around and exploring their surroundings more independently :) and then you get to shop for shoes too, bonus! :D

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  8. Aww, puddles are awesome! if you'll pardon the horrific pun, she looks like she's really giving it some welly!

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    1. He he I've never heard that expression before but it sure suits this situation :D

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  9. Love her big grin in the photos. Jumping in muddy puddles is one of the beautiful and simple pleasures of childhood - I have to confess that it's one I'm quite enjoying reliving again with my children! :-)

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    1. She is the happiest little girl when we get to go jumping in puddles - I think all kids love it don't they :) I do love getting to experience the childhood pleasures again, it is so much fun having kids!

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  10. How funny that you should be splashing around in Muddy Puddles just when we are linking up with them! These look great and come right up to her knees so will protect her little feet against bigger puddles too. thank you for linking up on Country Kids.

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    1. Thanks for hosting and yes, this was a funny coincidence :) I chuckled to
      myself when I saw Country Kids being sponsored by Muddy Puddles. A great partnership I think, very apt!

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  11. Such a lovely post - who doesn't love a good splash in a muddy puddle?! I absolutely love wellies and I can't wait to get Zach his first pair! I love the outfit, and the red soles on the wellies are amazing! xx
    #weekendministyle

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    1. Thanks, I loved that little splash of colour :) And shoe and welly buying, it is so much fun! These are her second pair of wellies and I think we'll need to get third pair soon!

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  12. I agree, what isn't to love about jumping in muddy puddles. Love those wellies :)

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    1. Exactly - except muddy bottoms and wet clothes :D But nothing that a washing machine and a good bath can't fix!

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  13. That's so lovely! I've just bought Rosalie some wellies, can't wait to get jumping! Xx

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    1. It really is so much fun, I feel like a kid again going hunting for puddles :D

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  14. I love the wellies and the polka dot on polka dot! Oh, to go back and be that carefree! #weekendministyle --- Amy @ http://thegiftedgabber.com/

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    1. I do love the combination of dots on dots :D and stripes on stripes too :)

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  15. Puddle jumping is one of the best childhood activities! Love those wellies :)

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    1. Yep, and we have been excelling in conker and acorn collecting lately too :D

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  16. We LOVE puddles and we love wellies! Great post and such sweet photos xx

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    1. Ha ha we are obviously kindred spirits then :D Thanks :)

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  17. You cant beat a lot of puddle jumping post rain shower/storm. Hope you all had fun. Thank you sharing #TT_Thursday

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    1. Thanks for hosting! We often go out looking for puddles after a rainfall, that's the best thing about autumn I think, plenty of rain!

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  18. Puddle jumping is the best thing!! I remember, when I was little, being obsessed with a book about a girl called Sarah (ironically) who had rainbow wellies and went puddle jumping! How cute are these photos? She looks so adorable in the wellies and the dotty prints. Lovely outfits and you're right, it's all about appreciating the smaller things in life :) Thanks so much for linking up and apologies for the delayed post holiday response! #weekendministyle

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    1. Ah, I saw these most amazing ranbow wellies in Mothercare (by Little Bird) which I am so sure you would love, based on your childhood obsession :D Thank you for hosting, and I hope you had a great time on your holiday, it must have been a great blast! :)

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  19. Aaah that there's another puddle jumper here that would definitely want to join in. lol I love her wellies and beautiful photos too. xx

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    1. Ha ha I think this is one of the favourite things for kids to do, the joy they get out of this! :) Thank you :)

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  20. FYI: Make sure there are no holes in YOUR OWN wellies before you join in...! I had to endure a VERY soggy school run not so long ago! #TT_Thursday

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    1. Ha ha ha what a bugger! Thankfully mine are very new and defo hole-free :D Thanks for hosting!

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  21. Beautiful! I am loving ALL the polka dots here! Those wellies look fab too - Muddy Puddles make some gorgeous things :)

    Thanks for linking up to #FunkyKidFriday xx

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    1. Thank you for hosting :) I was quite pleased with polka dot outfit - simple but effective. And talk about Muddy Puddles, they do such cute things! I love their whole selection!

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