28 March 2025
Day two: Hump Ridge, 19km - amazing view to start the day and a super special close encounter with a cheeky kea. Lunch on luncheon rock with no wind followed by moss of amazing ness and then the tram tracks that would never end. Arrived at beautiful Port Craig and swim with the dolphins (kind of)
Day two: Hump Ridge, 19km - amazing view to start the day and a super special close encounter with a cheeky kea. Lunch on luncheon rock with no wind followed by moss of amazing ness and then the tram tracks that would never end. Arrived at beautiful Port Craig and swim with the dolphins (kind of)
28 March 2025
Day one: hump ridge, 21km - 15km was easy along beach and bush… the last 6km was all stairs to get to the amazing views.
Day one: hump ridge, 21km - 15km was easy along beach and bush… the last 6km was all stairs to get to the amazing views.
28 March 2025
Zorro finally gets his hook and so do the kids, not finished but getting closer!
Zorro finally gets his hook and so do the kids, not finished but getting closer!
28 March 2025
A mini pumpkin! Pond cleaning and pottering in the garden with leftover concrete…
A mini pumpkin! Pond cleaning and pottering in the garden with leftover concrete…
10 March 2025
The old bus trip! Prep for their nandad stay.
The old bus trip! Prep for their nandad stay.
10 March 2025
Paua shell succulent planter
Paua shell succulent planter
10 March 2025
One mantle on marketplace turns into side table!
One mantle on marketplace turns into side table!
10 March 2025
Olive’s 13th birthday sleepover
Olive’s 13th birthday sleepover
10 March 2025
Girls got to do a face mask leftover from Olive’s party
Girls got to do a face mask leftover from Olive’s party
02 March 2025
A lovely afternoon dip in jellyfish slushy. Girls made jellyfish pie too.
A lovely afternoon dip in jellyfish slushy. Girls made jellyfish pie too.
02 March 2025
BlackBerry foraging on this mornings walk
BlackBerry foraging on this mornings walk
01 March 2025
Decorating the Christmas tree at Nandads.
Decorating the Christmas tree at Nandads.
28 February 2025
Sweet pea seed collection on the calmest Wellington evening. Just glorious!
Sweet pea seed collection on the calmest Wellington evening. Just glorious!
25 February 2025
Operation laundry… we finally have three loos. Got the old cabinet working with the sink. Starting to come together slowly.
Operation laundry… we finally have three loos. Got the old cabinet working with the sink. Starting to come together slowly.
25 February 2025
Juni designed her very own board game. Smoothies. She spent heaps of time doing the lists and drawing each card and over the weekend we painted them up on new cards.
Juni designed her very own board game. Smoothies. She spent heaps of time doing the lists and drawing each card and over the weekend we painted them up on new cards.
21 February 2025
More flowers
More flowers
21 February 2025
Around the bays 8.4km. Managed to run the whole way, 105 min. Then we had a lovely dip in the ocean followed by lunch.
Around the bays 8.4km. Managed to run the whole way, 105 min. Then we had a lovely dip in the ocean followed by lunch.
10 February 2025
Last morning. Another beautiful day, for some mattress riding
Last morning. Another beautiful day, for some mattress riding
10 February 2025
Bbq with fire on the riverbed.
Bbq with fire on the riverbed.
10 February 2025
Camp kaitohe… a lovely river swim most of the day!
Camp kaitohe… a lovely river swim most of the day!
06 February 2025
Had a lovely morning driftwood collection and wonder along Makara beach.
Had a lovely morning driftwood collection and wonder along Makara beach.
06 February 2025
Trying to make one last push on the small paint jobs outside. Entrance is starting to look finished! Zobie has enjoyed the lamb skin rug and we managed a date night!
Trying to make one last push on the small paint jobs outside. Entrance is starting to look finished! Zobie has enjoyed the lamb skin rug and we managed a date night!
27 January 2025
Christmas dance show for Iris and Juni.
Christmas dance show for Iris and Juni.
27 January 2025
Peck family Christmas with pizza and games
Peck family Christmas with pizza and games
27 January 2025
Christmas wreath! And candy cane Christmas squirrel
Christmas wreath! And candy cane Christmas squirrel
27 January 2025
Childspace Christmas party! Wildling theme
Childspace Christmas party! Wildling theme
27 January 2025
Olive has finished up at Karori west. A lovely leavers do where they all dressed up. My baby is growing up.
Olive has finished up at Karori west. A lovely leavers do where they all dressed up. My baby is growing up.
26 January 2025
Blueberries fields forever annual visit
Blueberries fields forever annual visit
26 January 2025
Random camp photos… such a great holiday
Random camp photos… such a great holiday
26 January 2025
Margaritas for all! Dinner out was so delish! For Jess and Lana’s birthdays.
Margaritas for all! Dinner out was so delish! For Jess and Lana’s birthdays.
24 January 2025
Mt karioi challenge completed! 2 hour up 4km, 560m elevation gain! 1hr down. Tired! So had a sleep on the beach. Olive did amazing! We may have stopped for a cheeky burrito after.
Mt karioi challenge completed! 2 hour up 4km, 560m elevation gain! 1hr down. Tired! So had a sleep on the beach. Olive did amazing! We may have stopped for a cheeky burrito after.
24 January 2025
Good old raglan roast. Still $3.50 with your own cup. We did the pancake rock sea kayaking tour across the harbour, amazing. I took too many photos! Kids all did so well!
Good old raglan roast. Still $3.50 with your own cup. We did the pancake rock sea kayaking tour across the harbour, amazing. I took too many photos! Kids all did so well!
23 January 2025
We finally did the Waitomo caves! What a delight. Lots of driving, so we went to Hamilton gardens for lunch and a hot wander. More magical spaces I hadn’t seen before. Favorite was the Mansfield tea party. Girls liked the surrealism Alice one and daddy the Italian.
We finally did the Waitomo caves! What a delight. Lots of driving, so we went to Hamilton gardens for lunch and a hot wander. More magical spaces I hadn’t seen before. Favorite was the Mansfield tea party. Girls liked the surrealism Alice one and daddy the Italian.
21 January 2025
Bridal veil waterfall walk on a rainy, windy day. Followed by raglan roast coffee and hot pools & slides from the 80s. Epic. Juni tried it all! First indoor dinner with home made wraps because of the wind.
Bridal veil waterfall walk on a rainy, windy day. Followed by raglan roast coffee and hot pools & slides from the 80s. Epic. Juni tried it all! First indoor dinner with home made wraps because of the wind.
20 January 2025
A wandering into the cute raglan town and onto the wharf area for a smoothie. Relaxed the avo away at the beach.
A wandering into the cute raglan town and onto the wharf area for a smoothie. Relaxed the avo away at the beach.
20 January 2025
An easy 4km bike ride to wainui reserve and a wander through the park to the lookout point. Foraged some green bum = plum fruit and a bouquet of wild flowers and a local sour dough for lunch. Beach dip followed by a cocktail sip for Lana’s birthday.
An easy 4km bike ride to wainui reserve and a wander through the park to the lookout point. Foraged some green bum = plum fruit and a bouquet of wild flowers and a local sour dough for lunch. Beach dip followed by a cocktail sip for Lana’s birthday.
20 January 2025
We have arrived in raglan! What a cutie little place! Campsite is great with a bridge connecting it to the town and beach on its doorstep
We have arrived in raglan! What a cutie little place! Campsite is great with a bridge connecting it to the town and beach on its doorstep
20 January 2025
We had to stop in Otaki for Tom’s meeting and we discovered the Festival of pots!
We had to stop in Otaki for Tom’s meeting and we discovered the Festival of pots!
17 January 2025
The turere lodge walk begins… 7 families…
The turere lodge walk begins… 7 families…
17 January 2025
Homeward bound, it managed not to rain on us! Lovely weekend, every time it is always different!
Homeward bound, it managed not to rain on us! Lovely weekend, every time it is always different!
17 January 2025
Relaxing for summer
Relaxing for summer
17 January 2025
Token pizza night with the Turner-pant family. Managed to clear downstairs room for an air bed!
Token pizza night with the Turner-pant family. Managed to clear downstairs room for an air bed!
17 January 2025
Cousins sleepover, forest school on a rainy day. Followed by robot challenge in Lego.
Cousins sleepover, forest school on a rainy day. Followed by robot challenge in Lego.
17 January 2025
Dinner with the extended family. Spotlight for the kiddies later on.
Dinner with the extended family. Spotlight for the kiddies later on.
17 January 2025
Skyline walk with the whole fam damily. Juni’s first 14km walk! Finished with a milkshake and a dip in Khandallah, strangely I was the only one? Not another soul in the water… bliss
Skyline walk with the whole fam damily. Juni’s first 14km walk! Finished with a milkshake and a dip in Khandallah, strangely I was the only one? Not another soul in the water… bliss
16 January 2025
Botanical gardens for music, a boogie & family fun before the cousins fly home.
Botanical gardens for music, a boogie & family fun before the cousins fly home.
16 January 2025
Summer. Only one day though
Summer. Only one day though
16 January 2025
Dahlias and wildflowers!
Dahlias and wildflowers!
06 December 2024
Coolest spot in the house.
Coolest spot in the house.
02 December 2024
The under bunk lighting is finally done as the sparky finishes all the bits and bobs off.
The under bunk lighting is finally done as the sparky finishes all the bits and bobs off.
02 December 2024
Checked out lachie playing cricket, and uncle P umpiring, then took a wee bike ride for a milkshake to their local shops with willow. Some creative gingerbread house making too
Checked out lachie playing cricket, and uncle P umpiring, then took a wee bike ride for a milkshake to their local shops with willow. Some creative gingerbread house making too
02 December 2024
Free tram on the old city circle lady.
Free tram on the old city circle lady.
30 November 2024
Queen Victoria market for yummy food, followed by the state library which was stunning.
Queen Victoria market for yummy food, followed by the state library which was stunning.
30 November 2024
Arrived in Melbourne! End of an era special trip for Oli leaving west. Street art and lots of shopping in the city.
Arrived in Melbourne! End of an era special trip for Oli leaving west. Street art and lots of shopping in the city.
28 November 2024
Found a piece of lacework at the sallies and it inspired me to finally paint the pole! So warm today!
Found a piece of lacework at the sallies and it inspired me to finally paint the pole! So warm today!
28 November 2024
Unicorn French wrap at night for curls in the morning. Olive and her YouTube.
Unicorn French wrap at night for curls in the morning. Olive and her YouTube.
28 November 2024
My yea garden’s Iceland poppies are delightful. Cosmos from seed are doing well too. Olive has strawberries, I found hops for Tom and Iris’s lavender is flowering.
My yea garden’s Iceland poppies are delightful. Cosmos from seed are doing well too. Olive has strawberries, I found hops for Tom and Iris’s lavender is flowering.
28 November 2024
We have flooring!!! It has been a long road of nearly two years with horrid concrete. Feels like a real house now! Carpet in a few weeks while we paint madly!
We have flooring!!! It has been a long road of nearly two years with horrid concrete. Feels like a real house now! Carpet in a few weeks while we paint madly!
28 November 2024
Banksy spraypaint time and splatters of paint for under the stairs. Archie and Iris both loved the spray cans… and asked if they could spray the house!
Banksy spraypaint time and splatters of paint for under the stairs. Archie and Iris both loved the spray cans… and asked if they could spray the house!
22 November 2024
Overnight tramp with the Prossers (and Poppa). We stayed at the 10 bed Haurangi Hut and Juni led the troops the nearly 10k each way - her little legs are getting strong!
Overnight tramp with the Prossers (and Poppa). We stayed at the 10 bed Haurangi Hut and Juni led the troops the nearly 10k each way - her little legs are getting strong!
20 November 2024
Our taddies are turning into froggies!
Our taddies are turning into froggies!
19 November 2024
New project! Why not??
New project! Why not??
16 November 2024
We had the cousins to stay for the weekend. They played so well. We also took them on the Narnia walk with the swing.
We had the cousins to stay for the weekend. They played so well. We also took them on the Narnia walk with the swing.
09 November 2024
The morning after with a day on Waiheke island.
The morning after with a day on Waiheke island.
08 November 2024
Pearl Jam one night wonder weekend in Auckland.
Pearl Jam one night wonder weekend in Auckland.
08 November 2024
Gearing up for the Pearl Jam concert.
Gearing up for the Pearl Jam concert.
04 November 2024
Iris donut making with me
Iris donut making with me
04 November 2024
A cheeky visit to ceramicos exhibition and pottery market. Girls had fun collecting the fallen petals around the gardens and we did some pond research.
A cheeky visit to ceramicos exhibition and pottery market. Girls had fun collecting the fallen petals around the gardens and we did some pond research.
04 November 2024
Really loving my entrance. With my rattan trademe chair and Indian cushion and Indian squirrel
Really loving my entrance. With my rattan trademe chair and Indian cushion and Indian squirrel
04 November 2024
Taddies have all got legs now! Better get onto the pond!
Taddies have all got legs now! Better get onto the pond!
04 November 2024
First time my coral peony has flowered!
First time my coral peony has flowered!
03 November 2024
Erskine were having an open day with markets and food so we took the kids out to where it all began! The chapel is still there in all its glory, even if everything else is now apartments.
Erskine were having an open day with markets and food so we took the kids out to where it all began! The chapel is still there in all its glory, even if everything else is now apartments.
01 November 2024
All hallows eve. Every year it gets better in friend st. Some wicked adult costumes! This year Iris and Olive went off with their friends so it was just buni left!
All hallows eve. Every year it gets better in friend st. Some wicked adult costumes! This year Iris and Olive went off with their friends so it was just buni left!
28 October 2024
So the panel painting begins… thankfully many hands makes light work of it!
So the panel painting begins… thankfully many hands makes light work of it!
28 October 2024
Diwali festival
Diwali festival
28 October 2024
School disco
School disco
28 October 2024
Garden update. Swing out in the front too now. Loving my ‘yes’ garden and the rose is doing well
Garden update. Swing out in the front too now. Loving my ‘yes’ garden and the rose is doing well
28 October 2024
We have another black bird nest and the cherry tree which is delightful. Tom popped to Taupo with poppa to do some more sorting and bought home some stuff - felt like Christmas!
We have another black bird nest and the cherry tree which is delightful. Tom popped to Taupo with poppa to do some more sorting and bought home some stuff - felt like Christmas!
19 October 2024
Juni and ivy did well with jazz exam
Juni and ivy did well with jazz exam
Juniper: 7 years and 4 months
19 October 2024
The handrail is finally finished! Now to touch up the paint and get flooring booked!
The handrail is finally finished! Now to touch up the paint and get flooring booked!
19 October 2024
Final trip to Taupo to clear out the house and bring the stuff back to Wellington. Dad and I managed a pub crawl on the last night.
Final trip to Taupo to clear out the house and bring the stuff back to Wellington. Dad and I managed a pub crawl on the last night.
13 October 2024
Breakie in our sleeping bags. Living the dream.
Breakie in our sleeping bags. Living the dream.
13 October 2024
A one nighter at kaitoke. Got to take zorro. Nice bush walk before dinner.
A one nighter at kaitoke. Got to take zorro. Nice bush walk before dinner.
13 October 2024
Garden glory for spring
Garden glory for spring
09 October 2024
Baby tadpoles!!! A friend found them in the hundreds at the gardens so we thought we would help a few make it to frogs and pop them back. They are a delight.
Baby tadpoles!!! A friend found them in the hundreds at the gardens so we thought we would help a few make it to frogs and pop them back. They are a delight.
09 October 2024
Wow with olive. Amazing circus finish.
Wow with olive. Amazing circus finish.
08 October 2024
Sunny morning up the coast for a friend catchup.
Sunny morning up the coast for a friend catchup.
05 October 2024
Bye Taupo. We will miss you and your lovely view and great memories. The gully walk to the botanicals, swing on the great oak, G&T and beer as the sun goes down, super toasty rooms with all the doors open, a lawn to play any game on, maple by the wood shed, Lyon barking at everyone who passes, zorro, who wanted a pat from everyone who passes, lovely bike tracks, Mt Tauhara climb, Apple trees, oak leaf fun in autumn and sleeping in pure silence and waking well rested.
Bye Taupo. We will miss you and your lovely view and great memories. The gully walk to the botanicals, swing on the great oak, G&T and beer as the sun goes down, super toasty rooms with all the doors open, a lawn to play any game on, maple by the wood shed, Lyon barking at everyone who passes, zorro, who wanted a pat from everyone who passes, lovely bike tracks, Mt Tauhara climb, Apple trees, oak leaf fun in autumn and sleeping in pure silence and waking well rested.
05 October 2024
Bike into town which is so easy now! Every year they all get better in their bikes. A rock from starlight creations shop and a lovely hot water foot spa before the last pack of the house.
Bike into town which is so easy now! Every year they all get better in their bikes. A rock from starlight creations shop and a lovely hot water foot spa before the last pack of the house.
04 October 2024
A very rainy day with rock painting, Lego, hot pools and the daily botanical walk.
A very rainy day with rock painting, Lego, hot pools and the daily botanical walk.
02 October 2024
Mt Tauhara family walk in the misty rain. Bacon buttie rolls and hot chocolates at the top. Lots of lambs and moss for everyone. Followed by a warm bubble bath with smurfs.
Mt Tauhara family walk in the misty rain. Bacon buttie rolls and hot chocolates at the top. Lots of lambs and moss for everyone. Followed by a warm bubble bath with smurfs.
02 October 2024
Bike ride to the end of the path (18km return) and then a picnic dinner at our swing spot by the lake. Shag nesting in the nearby trees too
Bike ride to the end of the path (18km return) and then a picnic dinner at our swing spot by the lake. Shag nesting in the nearby trees too
02 October 2024
Enjoying spring in Taupo and the mega Lego game of days
Enjoying spring in Taupo and the mega Lego game of days
02 October 2024
Enjoying the mega bubble bath and gully & botanical walk with Olive and zobie.
Enjoying the mega bubble bath and gully & botanical walk with Olive and zobie.
28 September 2024
Feather boy
Feather boy
28 September 2024
Happy birthday daddy! (Tom) finally a lovely dinner out at seashore cabaret for burgers.
Happy birthday daddy! (Tom) finally a lovely dinner out at seashore cabaret for burgers.
28 September 2024
A 2 hour loop walk to Taranaki Falls on Whakapapa side and picnic before heading to Taupō. Lovely scenery.
A 2 hour loop walk to Taranaki Falls on Whakapapa side and picnic before heading to Taupō. Lovely scenery.
23 September 2024
Jazz exam level 2 for Juniper and Ivy. Got their hair done too. Chips on the grass afterwards with a posy of wild daisies to celebrate.
Jazz exam level 2 for Juniper and Ivy. Got their hair done too. Chips on the grass afterwards with a posy of wild daisies to celebrate.
22 September 2024
We went to kaitoke blossom gardens for a wander and enjoyed a hot chocolate by the fire.
We went to kaitoke blossom gardens for a wander and enjoyed a hot chocolate by the fire.
15 September 2024
A lovely garden weekend getting a few things done. Moved the caravan around finally! Tom moved the bricks and cleaned up the bricking. I got some seeds in and finally my rose!
A lovely garden weekend getting a few things done. Moved the caravan around finally! Tom moved the bricks and cleaned up the bricking. I got some seeds in and finally my rose!
14 September 2024
Netball prize giving 2024. All three played this year which was awesome
Netball prize giving 2024. All three played this year which was awesome
14 September 2024
So the orthodontist journey begins…
So the orthodontist journey begins…
14 September 2024
Wildflower seed fun. Fingers crossed!
Wildflower seed fun. Fingers crossed!
11 September 2024
Spring is here at last
Spring is here at last
08 September 2024
Daddy day without daddy. So we decorated a saw horse.
Daddy day without daddy. So we decorated a saw horse.
08 September 2024
Huge thunder storm so we turned off all the lights and had yummy soup by candlelight. Felt like camping
Huge thunder storm so we turned off all the lights and had yummy soup by candlelight. Felt like camping
08 September 2024
Having trouble with anxiety and going to school, so some quality time to get to the bottom of it.
Having trouble with anxiety and going to school, so some quality time to get to the bottom of it.
08 September 2024
Pancakes for brunch, weeding the vegetables patch, making new friends and finding a really old bottle! Tom made a new home for the compost bin too.
Pancakes for brunch, weeding the vegetables patch, making new friends and finding a really old bottle! Tom made a new home for the compost bin too.
08 September 2024
Pizza, Milli over and a fire.
Pizza, Milli over and a fire.
08 September 2024
Lovely year 6 iris’s team to coach.
Lovely year 6 iris’s team to coach.
08 September 2024
Double sleepover with maisie and Lu.
Double sleepover with maisie and Lu.
08 September 2024
I’m not the only one excited about my compost bin…. Some kids like to hide in boxes
I’m not the only one excited about my compost bin…. Some kids like to hide in boxes
08 September 2024
Maisie’s birthday, clip n climb and giant pizza! Juni had no fear! Top of everything!
Maisie’s birthday, clip n climb and giant pizza! Juni had no fear! Top of everything!
08 September 2024
Friday night food trucks followed by Minecraft as a family.
Friday night food trucks followed by Minecraft as a family.
08 September 2024
Winter rose
Winter rose
08 September 2024
A pig in mud.
A pig in mud.
08 September 2024
Sunday morning walk and brunch made by Olive. They are at such a delightful age. Olive is so helpful, always offering to help with dinner, even meal plans for the week and online food shops!
Sunday morning walk and brunch made by Olive. They are at such a delightful age. Olive is so helpful, always offering to help with dinner, even meal plans for the week and online food shops!
07 September 2024
Worm nursery with a tea break
Worm nursery with a tea break
10 August 2024
Wettest day ever! Zorro had a field day
Wettest day ever! Zorro had a field day
10 August 2024
Final pulse netball game. Very exciting game and we only lost in the last seconds! Juni got to come and now she loves netball too.
Final pulse netball game. Very exciting game and we only lost in the last seconds! Juni got to come and now she loves netball too.
10 August 2024
Mr needy at the moment in the mornings
Mr needy at the moment in the mornings
10 August 2024
Juni’s second weekend at netball. She was super feisty and wanted the ball. Got lots of goals too. She loved it.
Juni’s second weekend at netball. She was super feisty and wanted the ball. Got lots of goals too. She loved it.
04 August 2024
Lots of simple things in the holidays… like posting a thank you card. Juni thought it was great! Lots of library visits for everyone. Iris has picked up the reading bug.
Lots of simple things in the holidays… like posting a thank you card. Juni thought it was great! Lots of library visits for everyone. Iris has picked up the reading bug.
04 August 2024
Good to be back with my babies for the school holidays. Caught the bus for practise and had a hot chocolate, shopping and a stroll along the waterfront for fun. They are really quite fun age. We can go on adventures!
Good to be back with my babies for the school holidays. Caught the bus for practise and had a hot chocolate, shopping and a stroll along the waterfront for fun. They are really quite fun age. We can go on adventures!
04 August 2024
Slowly getting some character into the place… wallpapering!
Slowly getting some character into the place… wallpapering!
04 August 2024
Roller blading in the holidays with Milli. They all went down the big ramp!
Roller blading in the holidays with Milli. They all went down the big ramp!
27 July 2024
Dance show Alice in wonderland, both Juni and Iris did so well. Iris a gardener and buni a mushroom. A long day but it was great.
Dance show Alice in wonderland, both Juni and Iris did so well. Iris a gardener and buni a mushroom. A long day but it was great.
27 July 2024
Juni’s early birthday party, at the pool with takeaway snack boxes.
Juni’s early birthday party, at the pool with takeaway snack boxes.
15 July 2024
Paneer cheese making and Olive made her first macaroons! Delish!
Paneer cheese making and Olive made her first macaroons! Delish!
15 July 2024
A lovely walk promenading along petone shoreline with the wheelies
A lovely walk promenading along petone shoreline with the wheelies
13 June 2024
Iris had an early birthday sleepover, earring making and pizza with a few friends, cielo, Lucy and minu.
Iris had an early birthday sleepover, earring making and pizza with a few friends, cielo, Lucy and minu.
13 June 2024
Juni read her poem out at hui. So proud.
Juni read her poem out at hui. So proud.
13 June 2024
Everyone gets to hold baby Sabin.
Everyone gets to hold baby Sabin.
10 June 2024
First netball game
First netball game
10 June 2024
Gappies
Gappies
09 May 2024
On the drive home we stopped in Hunterville for some walnut and chestnut foraging
On the drive home we stopped in Hunterville for some walnut and chestnut foraging
09 May 2024
Ohakune stopover, autumn.
Ohakune stopover, autumn.
09 May 2024
Wishing tree walk
Wishing tree walk
09 May 2024
Redwoods tree walk at night. Beautiful but freaked mama out!
Redwoods tree walk at night. Beautiful but freaked mama out!
09 May 2024
Kayaking on lake Rotoiti. Olive got the hang of it pretty quick and daddy slept while Iris paddled.
Kayaking on lake Rotoiti. Olive got the hang of it pretty quick and daddy slept while Iris paddled.
23 April 2024
Whakarewarewa mountain bike forest. Took the kids on the kids loop,Tahi and dipper. They did so well. I managed the creek on my own.
Whakarewarewa mountain bike forest. Took the kids on the kids loop,Tahi and dipper. They did so well. I managed the creek on my own.
23 April 2024
Arrived at lake Rotoiti timeshare in Okawa bay. Some chess and pool time.
Arrived at lake Rotoiti timeshare in Okawa bay. Some chess and pool time.
23 April 2024
Roomies we found on our forest walk and more dahlias still coming out!
Roomies we found on our forest walk and more dahlias still coming out!
23 April 2024
Madagascar musical. Not suited for Olive’s age but Juni and Iris enjoyed it.
Madagascar musical. Not suited for Olive’s age but Juni and Iris enjoyed it.
19 April 2024
Love in the cubby
Love in the cubby
19 April 2024
Roller blading the park while oli has a daddy work day
Roller blading the park while oli has a daddy work day
19 April 2024
Feels good to be doing some of the projects that have been in my head for a few years! Also recycling the old ladies’ bits. Waiting on wallpaper and a Juni name tag.
Feels good to be doing some of the projects that have been in my head for a few years! Also recycling the old ladies’ bits. Waiting on wallpaper and a Juni name tag.
09 April 2024
Garden flowers
Garden flowers
09 April 2024
They got their ears pierced (6 years week before birthday) since it’s netball season. Both very brave.
They got their ears pierced (6 years week before birthday) since it’s netball season. Both very brave.
09 April 2024
A short walk on the calmest day in Wellington.
A short walk on the calmest day in Wellington.
02 April 2024
Day 3: 20km with mushrooms,glowworm cave and limestone formations with a tropical feel to the forest.
Day 3: 20km with mushrooms,glowworm cave and limestone formations with a tropical feel to the forest.
02 April 2024
Day 2: 24km through lovely tussock & moss landscape
Day 2: 24km through lovely tussock & moss landscape
02 April 2024
We flew down to Takaka for the start of the Heaphy track - 4 day (78km) walk.
We flew down to Takaka for the start of the Heaphy track - 4 day (78km) walk.
02 April 2024
Our dusk visitor
Our dusk visitor
02 April 2024
While daddy was away, we were so productive after the fair!
While daddy was away, we were so productive after the fair!
02 April 2024
He loves our bush walks
He loves our bush walks
02 April 2024
Love our daily routine of biking to school. Found these crazy bears in a school tree
Love our daily routine of biking to school. Found these crazy bears in a school tree
24 March 2024
Day four: 16km the last day of beaches and Nikau palms. An amazing walk, something different on each day.
Day four: 16km the last day of beaches and Nikau palms. An amazing walk, something different on each day.
16 March 2024
School fair was great, kids all got $10 and off they went! They had a blast. Our plant stall sold out apart from spider plants and it was cracker of a day! Juni helped with the vege pebbles the night before, olive baked a cake and Iris made ginger crunch.
School fair was great, kids all got $10 and off they went! They had a blast. Our plant stall sold out apart from spider plants and it was cracker of a day! Juni helped with the vege pebbles the night before, olive baked a cake and Iris made ginger crunch.
12 March 2024
Dinosaur exhibit free for Wellingtonians today. Amazing.
Dinosaur exhibit free for Wellingtonians today. Amazing.
10 March 2024
Odettes breakfast, shopping in the open air mall, buying lipsticks and donuts, finishing the weekend with an amazing pink show.
Odettes breakfast, shopping in the open air mall, buying lipsticks and donuts, finishing the weekend with an amazing pink show.
10 March 2024
A weekend away for the pink ladies. A crazy, yet funky hostel with pod bunks and mums everywhere our age. Great dinner at Odettes.
A weekend away for the pink ladies. A crazy, yet funky hostel with pod bunks and mums everywhere our age. Great dinner at Odettes.
04 March 2024
Got some fun face painting at Childspace’s 30th birthday. Followed by M&M chopstick practice for dessert!
Got some fun face painting at Childspace’s 30th birthday. Followed by M&M chopstick practice for dessert!
28 February 2024
Family gathering, walk around and up the mount, with lots of pool time.
Family gathering, walk around and up the mount, with lots of pool time.
26 February 2024
Aunty Jenny’s 70th birthday party at Mount Maunganui.
Aunty Jenny’s 70th birthday party at Mount Maunganui.
18 February 2024
All five in caraban. Made for an easy packup in the morning!
All five in caraban. Made for an easy packup in the morning!
18 February 2024
Battlehill for the night. Love this place. Olives request for her birthday.
Battlehill for the night. Love this place. Olives request for her birthday.
17 February 2024
Sausages and bread cooked over the fire for dinner with marshmallows and honey, chocolate bread for dessert.
Sausages and bread cooked over the fire for dinner with marshmallows and honey, chocolate bread for dessert.
06 February 2024
A day trip to the sea. Chip butties, a swim, crab, sea snail and ice cream at Waikanae beach. I thought I had found a beautiful shell for our collection but discovered a little friend instead.
A day trip to the sea. Chip butties, a swim, crab, sea snail and ice cream at Waikanae beach. I thought I had found a beautiful shell for our collection but discovered a little friend instead.
30 January 2024
Finally got to the zoo before the holidays finished! The snow leopards was amazing up close.
Finally got to the zoo before the holidays finished! The snow leopards was amazing up close.
27 January 2024
And so the painting begins again… not much left but have to start with the cleaning…
And so the painting begins again… not much left but have to start with the cleaning…
26 January 2024
More blueberry picking for the coffers. Also had a surprise fledging visit which olive grabbed zorro just in time! A nest outside Olive’s window has 4 fledging!
More blueberry picking for the coffers. Also had a surprise fledging visit which olive grabbed zorro just in time! A nest outside Olive’s window has 4 fledging!
23 January 2024
Enjoying taupo.
Enjoying taupo.
23 January 2024
Back to taupo for pizza and a dip.
Back to taupo for pizza and a dip.
20 January 2024
Shelly bay with stingray and a paddle.
Shelly bay with stingray and a paddle.
20 January 2024
Sand play
Sand play
20 January 2024
We checked out the caves around Anzac bay at low tide and met some crabbies.
We checked out the caves around Anzac bay at low tide and met some crabbies.
20 January 2024
Katikati bird gardens, feather hunting.
Katikati bird gardens, feather hunting.
20 January 2024
Morning shell hunting. Morning camp rituals.
Morning shell hunting. Morning camp rituals.
20 January 2024
Dirty camp children
Dirty camp children
17 January 2024
A small section of the hauraki rail trail - Waihi to waikino via train and then to the karangahake gorge and 1km tunnel. 14km return. All the girls did super well. I left them and did the last section to Waihi which was a bit more hilly with rough and smooth trails but stunning scenery.
A small section of the hauraki rail trail - Waihi to waikino via train and then to the karangahake gorge and 1km tunnel. 14km return. All the girls did super well. I left them and did the last section to Waihi which was a bit more hilly with rough and smooth trails but stunning scenery.
17 January 2024
A wander over to Anzac Bay
A wander over to Anzac Bay
16 January 2024
Lovely walk up to the lockout and then down to Anzac cove for a gentle dip in the morning, followed by another surf swim in the afternoon.
Lovely walk up to the lockout and then down to Anzac cove for a gentle dip in the morning, followed by another surf swim in the afternoon.
16 January 2024
First full day of camping at Waihi beach (bowentown) got a swim in the morning, lovely and warm, rain came around midday and the kids wanted another swim in the rain, buckets down over the evening.
First full day of camping at Waihi beach (bowentown) got a swim in the morning, lovely and warm, rain came around midday and the kids wanted another swim in the rain, buckets down over the evening.
13 January 2024
A lake bike ride, picnic and dip.
A lake bike ride, picnic and dip.
13 January 2024
Botanical walk with z dog.
Botanical walk with z dog.
11 January 2024
Scorching bay swim and ice cream. Bliss
Scorching bay swim and ice cream. Bliss
11 January 2024
Narnia walk with the ladies
Narnia walk with the ladies
11 January 2024
Botanical gardens concert and nature hunt
Botanical gardens concert and nature hunt
10 January 2024
Christmas Day! Potatoes in the stockings, Misty walk to the swing, bacon for breakfast and then lunch at James and Hannah.
Christmas Day! Potatoes in the stockings, Misty walk to the swing, bacon for breakfast and then lunch at James and Hannah.
10 January 2024
Finally got around to using my jigsaw and making some lovely shelves and desk top.
Finally got around to using my jigsaw and making some lovely shelves and desk top.
10 January 2024
Tom’s new pizza oven gets a new home
Tom’s new pizza oven gets a new home
10 January 2024
Makara dun with milli
Makara dun with milli
10 January 2024
New Year’s Eve pizza gathering
New Year’s Eve pizza gathering
10 January 2024
New year day walk to the swing along the up and over walk.
New year day walk to the swing along the up and over walk.
10 January 2024
Backyard cricket and swing
Backyard cricket and swing
10 January 2024
Enjoying the taupo rituals
Enjoying the taupo rituals
10 January 2024
Bike ride around to 4 mile bay to our water swing and a dip. Lake was lovely, finished with a foot spa at one of the thermal streams running into the lake.
Bike ride around to 4 mile bay to our water swing and a dip. Lake was lovely, finished with a foot spa at one of the thermal streams running into the lake.
10 January 2024
Blueberry picking! Got a kilo but it was quickly all picked out! Heaps unripe ones just waiting for another week!
Blueberry picking! Got a kilo but it was quickly all picked out! Heaps unripe ones just waiting for another week!
05 January 2024
Narnia walk
Narnia walk
05 January 2024
Finally got to the swing bridge and to the top of Mākara peak with MJ.
Finally got to the swing bridge and to the top of Mākara peak with MJ.
05 January 2024
The great chop. Juni and iris wanted their hair cut for ages, we donated Juni’s to a wig company it was that long! She is loving the short cut.
The great chop. Juni and iris wanted their hair cut for ages, we donated Juni’s to a wig company it was that long! She is loving the short cut.
05 January 2024
It’s nutty time. Iris helped with the traditional nuts
It’s nutty time. Iris helped with the traditional nuts
05 January 2024
White Christmas? Random hail and zorro and I got caught without a car for pickup.
White Christmas? Random hail and zorro and I got caught without a car for pickup.
05 January 2024
Dance show, iris and Juni both performed and it was great. Super proud getting up in front of everyone.
Dance show, iris and Juni both performed and it was great. Super proud getting up in front of everyone.
22 December 2023
Loopy bush walk
Loopy bush walk
22 December 2023
Christmas tree decorating! Having missed last years, it was nice to get it out early.
Christmas tree decorating! Having missed last years, it was nice to get it out early.
22 December 2023
Gardening bliss for my birthday
Gardening bliss for my birthday
22 December 2023
Tinakori reserve explore this morning with my two men. Lovely view at the top.
Tinakori reserve explore this morning with my two men. Lovely view at the top.
22 December 2023
Wreath making
Wreath making
22 December 2023
Flower and dog
Flower and dog
22 December 2023
All hallows Eve on friend st. First year we have done it and it was by far the busiest. Very fun.
All hallows Eve on friend st. First year we have done it and it was by far the busiest. Very fun.
22 December 2023
Petone beach walk and dinner
Petone beach walk and dinner
22 December 2023
Zobie one
Zobie one
22 December 2023
Finding our garden again… nice to have some flowers again
Finding our garden again… nice to have some flowers again
22 December 2023
Grandads beautiful rock box for olive is finally on a wall! Looks stunning.
Grandads beautiful rock box for olive is finally on a wall! Looks stunning.
26 November 2023
A dog park walk with Oli.
A dog park walk with Oli.
26 November 2023
zobie and his puddles
zobie and his puddles
26 November 2023
All hallows Eve Witches at jazz
All hallows Eve Witches at jazz
26 November 2023
A walk up wrights hill
A walk up wrights hill
16 November 2023
Zorro with the crazies
Zorro with the crazies
08 October 2023
Taupo fun
Taupo fun
08 October 2023
Last botanical walk, followed by a wet but nice bike around the lake and a final goodbye.
Last botanical walk, followed by a wet but nice bike around the lake and a final goodbye.
08 October 2023
Mt Tauhara! 3km up 600m. Ended up being around 7km to the top and back. Kids all did amazingly. Loved the giant boulder, stream, root steps, tree elbows sticking up, hairy trees, baby canyons, an octopus’s garden, kooky spooky trees, gorillas in the mist to the top. Took about 3 hr.
Mt Tauhara! 3km up 600m. Ended up being around 7km to the top and back. Kids all did amazingly. Loved the giant boulder, stream, root steps, tree elbows sticking up, hairy trees, baby canyons, an octopus’s garden, kooky spooky trees, gorillas in the mist to the top. Took about 3 hr.
04 October 2023
Botanical gardens walk in Taupo.
Botanical gardens walk in Taupo.
04 October 2023
First week of the school holidays it rained and rained but we were happy to play inside and check out the Barbie exhibition with nandad.
First week of the school holidays it rained and rained but we were happy to play inside and check out the Barbie exhibition with nandad.
27 September 2023
Great silver ferns game! They got all the signatures too!
Great silver ferns game! They got all the signatures too!
26 September 2023
Day two skiing on Cardrona.
Day two skiing on Cardrona.
26 September 2023
First day skiing Cardrona. Juni was awesome! Got the hang of the magic carpet and by the end of the day was skiing the chairlift.
First day skiing Cardrona. Juni was awesome! Got the hang of the magic carpet and by the end of the day was skiing the chairlift.
26 September 2023
A slight detour to Mt Cook. So many walks in the area.
A slight detour to Mt Cook. So many walks in the area.
26 September 2023
Stayed in hanmer Springs with an outside bath in the morning surrounded by forest. Lunch at new Brighton beach in Christchurch and lake Tekapo and the old stone church for a stretch before we arrived at Twizel.
Stayed in hanmer Springs with an outside bath in the morning surrounded by forest. Lunch at new Brighton beach in Christchurch and lake Tekapo and the old stone church for a stretch before we arrived at Twizel.
19 September 2023
We drove to Kaikōura for a spot of hot chips on the beach and some seal spotting around the peninsula. Lots of baby pups!
We drove to Kaikōura for a spot of hot chips on the beach and some seal spotting around the peninsula. Lots of baby pups!
12 September 2023
Off on the ferry to the South Island!
Off on the ferry to the South Island!
12 September 2023
Half the kitchen goes to make way for the new pantry!
Half the kitchen goes to make way for the new pantry!
12 September 2023
Dress up from your favourite book… iris and I sewed how wings of fire outfit in just under 2 hours.
Dress up from your favourite book… iris and I sewed how wings of fire outfit in just under 2 hours.
30 August 2023
Watercolour home day for juniper.
Watercolour home day for juniper.
26 August 2023
Wicked was wicked!
Wicked was wicked!
20 August 2023
After a week of having shells over the breakfast bar, the kids finally came to the party and made a start of our shell collection for the bathroom wall. They went down memory lane of where the collected some of the shells too which was lovely.
After a week of having shells over the breakfast bar, the kids finally came to the party and made a start of our shell collection for the bathroom wall. They went down memory lane of where the collected some of the shells too which was lovely.
20 August 2023
The mega window seat cushion is done! Maybe now some matching cushions?
The mega window seat cushion is done! Maybe now some matching cushions?
18 August 2023
Started the girls mega window cushion…
Started the girls mega window cushion…
18 August 2023
Super proud of my stain glass window. Started it 18months ago and finally got back to class to finish it. Now for the next one!
Super proud of my stain glass window. Started it 18months ago and finally got back to class to finish it. Now for the next one!
18 August 2023
Ruru! At 10am! Go to bed
Ruru! At 10am! Go to bed
18 August 2023
A rare moment of all three dressed up and an experiment hand model.
A rare moment of all three dressed up and an experiment hand model.
18 August 2023
A quick trip up to the kune. Always a quiet retreat. Kids loved the outside space and we managed the river walk to brunch.
A quick trip up to the kune. Always a quiet retreat. Kids loved the outside space and we managed the river walk to brunch.
23 July 2023
Family up and over walk. Kids getting too used to hot choc on these outings.
Family up and over walk. Kids getting too used to hot choc on these outings.
13 July 2023
We braved the nearly zero temperature for a wander up to Wright’s Hill look out for a spot of star gazing, sun rising and hot chocolate drinking. Managed to catch Matariki before it disappeared for another day.
We braved the nearly zero temperature for a wander up to Wright’s Hill look out for a spot of star gazing, sun rising and hot chocolate drinking. Managed to catch Matariki before it disappeared for another day.
10 July 2023
A fun night on the town with Turkish for dinner, a waterfront wander and kaffee eis to finish.
A fun night on the town with Turkish for dinner, a waterfront wander and kaffee eis to finish.
06 July 2023
Iris’s birthday sleepover with fondant models and a movie in the morning.
Iris’s birthday sleepover with fondant models and a movie in the morning.
06 July 2023
Juniper’s disco party with rainbow gizmo kid decorated cake
Juniper’s disco party with rainbow gizmo kid decorated cake
05 July 2023
Zorro turns 2 and gets a new bone for his birthday.
Zorro turns 2 and gets a new bone for his birthday.
25 June 2023
Cupcake making for family birthday gathering
Cupcake making for family birthday gathering
25 June 2023
New chair!
New chair!
25 June 2023
The double desk! Is complete! Really pleased with how it turned out. It was a heavy piece to move so it ain’t going anywhere now.
The double desk! Is complete! Really pleased with how it turned out. It was a heavy piece to move so it ain’t going anywhere now.
25 June 2023
New guitar for her birthday
New guitar for her birthday
22 June 2023
80s school disco. The crimper was a hit. They all had fun, Olive escaped to a friends before the disco.
80s school disco. The crimper was a hit. They all had fun, Olive escaped to a friends before the disco.
20 May 2023
Juni’s art. A delight. Love the top hat and money flying around…
Juni’s art. A delight. Love the top hat and money flying around…
20 May 2023
Lounge window seat is coming along nicely!
Lounge window seat is coming along nicely!
20 May 2023
Olive’s is taking shape!
Olive’s is taking shape!
13 May 2023
Iris’ first running race, the 6k Xterra night run in Wainui with Daddy. She did really well, and enjoyed herself.
Iris’ first running race, the 6k Xterra night run in Wainui with Daddy. She did really well, and enjoyed herself.
11 May 2023
3d prints are popping up all over the house including this dog lead holder for Zorro.
3d prints are popping up all over the house including this dog lead holder for Zorro.
24 April 2023
Holiday sleepover and tie dye!
Holiday sleepover and tie dye!
18 April 2023
We have a double bunk! No stairs but a bunk! Girls colour choices with old rimu framing repurposed (the old state lady may not haunt us) painted the floor to clean it up a bit. Now all the finishing stuff which takes 80% of the time.
We have a double bunk! No stairs but a bunk! Girls colour choices with old rimu framing repurposed (the old state lady may not haunt us) painted the floor to clean it up a bit. Now all the finishing stuff which takes 80% of the time.
16 April 2023
Makara beach foraging for driftwood handrails and shells, beautiful day for it. Zorro found a flounder and some cool snails
Makara beach foraging for driftwood handrails and shells, beautiful day for it. Zorro found a flounder and some cool snails
08 April 2023
Foxy lady neon light workshop class.
Foxy lady neon light workshop class.
08 April 2023
Hodor. The new old door gets a new home.
Hodor. The new old door gets a new home.
08 April 2023
Hop lights… Tom saw them at a pub and just had to have them. Thanks ali.
Hop lights… Tom saw them at a pub and just had to have them. Thanks ali.
25 March 2023
Olive’s summer netball team
Olive’s summer netball team
25 March 2023
We used old paint (nandads rejected paint) to seal the plywood floor to make it nicer to walk on until carpet time.
We used old paint (nandads rejected paint) to seal the plywood floor to make it nicer to walk on until carpet time.
25 March 2023
Weetbix tryathlon! Iris did so well!
Weetbix tryathlon! Iris did so well!
11 March 2023
Our first night home…
Our first night home…
11 March 2023
Matt and Amy’s wedding at Sudbury farm! Just stunning all round. Dancing, views, food and company.
Matt and Amy’s wedding at Sudbury farm! Just stunning all round. Dancing, views, food and company.
11 March 2023
Electricians and beautiful skirts this week
Electricians and beautiful skirts this week
11 March 2023
Bathroom gets waterproofed and Ravi does the tiling. Such a skill!
Bathroom gets waterproofed and Ravi does the tiling. Such a skill!
26 February 2023
Oh sweet gib…. You have been sitting in our garage for months and survived the wet months…
Oh sweet gib…. You have been sitting in our garage for months and survived the wet months…
26 February 2023
We have made it to the top coat on the upper level!
We have made it to the top coat on the upper level!
26 February 2023
Dulux grandad) and Resene (poppa) joined us on the scaffold today, with Granny and Nan bring food for lunch. White windows nearly done on the upper level.
Dulux grandad) and Resene (poppa) joined us on the scaffold today, with Granny and Nan bring food for lunch. White windows nearly done on the upper level.
26 February 2023
Turere lodge, 4th time!
Turere lodge, 4th time!
26 February 2023
More painting continues… soffit…
More painting continues… soffit…
26 February 2023
Installation!
Installation!
26 February 2023
Juni came to work day
Juni came to work day
26 February 2023
Finished the front entrance framing, Tom put the old door in for a temporary door until the old new one arrives
Finished the front entrance framing, Tom put the old door in for a temporary door until the old new one arrives
26 February 2023
With new carpet a while away… we decided to brighten up the stairs… with all those extra test pots
With new carpet a while away… we decided to brighten up the stairs… with all those extra test pots
04 February 2023
First night glamping in our house!
First night glamping in our house!
04 February 2023
Windows! Are all in within a day!
Windows! Are all in within a day!
04 February 2023
School starts!
School starts!
04 February 2023
Last day before school starts!
Last day before school starts!
04 February 2023
Ed Sheeran concert was epic!
Ed Sheeran concert was epic!
01 February 2023
Bus, cable car and then botanicals for a picnic with the cousins.
Bus, cable car and then botanicals for a picnic with the cousins.
01 February 2023
Kids had a day at te papa and beach with Aunty Lauren, nandad and cousins, I met them after and caught a train home with zobie… apparently dogs have to be in a cage?! First and last train trip for zobie.
Kids had a day at te papa and beach with Aunty Lauren, nandad and cousins, I met them after and caught a train home with zobie… apparently dogs have to be in a cage?! First and last train trip for zobie.
27 January 2023
We have stairs!!! And reused our old doors.
We have stairs!!! And reused our old doors.
08 January 2023
Korokoro dam walk was nice and easy and zobie loved the water
Korokoro dam walk was nice and easy and zobie loved the water
01 January 2023
Grandad came to the rescue and helped get the first coat of primer on the cladding. At times the job feel overwhelming but one side at a time…
Grandad came to the rescue and helped get the first coat of primer on the cladding. At times the job feel overwhelming but one side at a time…
01 January 2023
Carols at Ben burn park.
Carols at Ben burn park.
01 January 2023
The annual Christmas gingerbread people for the girls friends. Nan kindly baked them for the kids, extra special looking gingers this time.
The annual Christmas gingerbread people for the girls friends. Nan kindly baked them for the kids, extra special looking gingers this time.
01 January 2023
Roof is happening! Maybe we will get one in time for Christmas?
Roof is happening! Maybe we will get one in time for Christmas?
17 December 2022
Danish hearts were harder with the kids than first imagined… but we got there!
Danish hearts were harder with the kids than first imagined… but we got there!
10 December 2022
Zobie walk up behind Ngaio playcentre up to the crows nest (meets the skyline) amazing views!
Zobie walk up behind Ngaio playcentre up to the crows nest (meets the skyline) amazing views!
10 December 2022
Zobie walk from Karori cemetery to Wilton bush and back past the rimu tree and ended up in another part of the cemetery, got lost for a bit and then found our car! Flowers are lovely, such a nice place to walk.
Zobie walk from Karori cemetery to Wilton bush and back past the rimu tree and ended up in another part of the cemetery, got lost for a bit and then found our car! Flowers are lovely, such a nice place to walk.
04 December 2022
My little pumpkin in her first Irish Christmas show. She did so well! And her bestie Lucy.
My little pumpkin in her first Irish Christmas show. She did so well! And her bestie Lucy.
21 November 2022
My door frame! Dave and the team got it in and off I sand it! Wood has turned out great.
My door frame! Dave and the team got it in and off I sand it! Wood has turned out great.
21 November 2022
Never been so excited about trusses in all my life. A 6 week wait for these bad boys. Welcome to your new home. Now all I want for Christmas is a roof.
Never been so excited about trusses in all my life. A 6 week wait for these bad boys. Welcome to your new home. Now all I want for Christmas is a roof.
21 November 2022
T park. Zobies favorite walk
T park. Zobies favorite walk
21 November 2022
Kate’s 40th a year later… who knew a Blanca party was a thing… lovely night of food, wine and laughs (and hours of dancing)
Kate’s 40th a year later… who knew a Blanca party was a thing… lovely night of food, wine and laughs (and hours of dancing)
21 November 2022
Returned to toast after nearly 20 years! Marties weather didn’t disappoint even with thunder predicted… delish people, wine and food. Saturday brackenridge which was delightful to boot.
Returned to toast after nearly 20 years! Marties weather didn’t disappoint even with thunder predicted… delish people, wine and food. Saturday brackenridge which was delightful to boot.
27 October 2022
Had Rach and Andy to stay with the kiddos before the race.
Had Rach and Andy to stay with the kiddos before the race.
27 October 2022
Tom completed another Taupo ultra trail run, so we came along for the ride.
Tom completed another Taupo ultra trail run, so we came along for the ride.
21 October 2022
We did the skyline! 14km from nandads house to Karori park. Took just over 4 hours. Very proud of the girls, longest walk of their lives (so far)
We did the skyline! 14km from nandads house to Karori park. Took just over 4 hours. Very proud of the girls, longest walk of their lives (so far)
15 October 2022
House reno continues!
House reno continues!
14 October 2022
A walk in botanical gardens
A walk in botanical gardens
09 October 2022
We did a horse trek in the river! Tom, olive and juni’s first time on a horse too. They smell so lovely.
We did a horse trek in the river! Tom, olive and juni’s first time on a horse too. They smell so lovely.
09 October 2022
Hanging at the taupo house
Hanging at the taupo house
09 October 2022
Picnic lunch and a zobie swim in the lake.
Picnic lunch and a zobie swim in the lake.
09 October 2022
We walked into town, rescued a crayfish and played chess. Beautiful day, even got some colour from the sun!
We walked into town, rescued a crayfish and played chess. Beautiful day, even got some colour from the sun!
03 October 2022
Spirited woman race, the most mud I have seen in my life! Good fun, lots of cackling and fine dining, great weekend away.
Spirited woman race, the most mud I have seen in my life! Good fun, lots of cackling and fine dining, great weekend away.
28 September 2022
First disco for Juni, and olive and I had a chip date.
First disco for Juni, and olive and I had a chip date.
28 September 2022
Sara and Luke’s 40th, 80s style. So much laughing.
Sara and Luke’s 40th, 80s style. So much laughing.
26 September 2022
We explored trelissick park with zobie, one day and then the next with kiddos too. Lovely walk. Zobie went crazy over the stream.
We explored trelissick park with zobie, one day and then the next with kiddos too. Lovely walk. Zobie went crazy over the stream.
26 September 2022
Iris our little Irish dancer. So proud of our puppet getting up on stage for the first time. It was amazing!
Iris our little Irish dancer. So proud of our puppet getting up on stage for the first time. It was amazing!
16 September 2022
Second level joists!
Second level joists!
16 September 2022
Framing going up quickly!
Framing going up quickly!
08 August 2022
Finally after weeks of rain! Our concrete slab could go in.
Finally after weeks of rain! Our concrete slab could go in.
08 August 2022
A quick trip to get some of the snow. Only high noon open!
A quick trip to get some of the snow. Only high noon open!
08 August 2022
Framing!!!
Framing!!!
07 August 2022
Zorro and Alfie go for a swim.
Zorro and Alfie go for a swim.
23 July 2022
Because
Because
23 July 2022
You can start to see the floor plan now! And a beautiful block wall!
You can start to see the floor plan now! And a beautiful block wall!
23 July 2022
Our last baby starts school!
Our last baby starts school!
23 July 2022
Iris’s belated clip and climb pizza party. An hour of crazy climbing followed with pizza and cake. A lovely wee group of friends.
Iris’s belated clip and climb pizza party. An hour of crazy climbing followed with pizza and cake. A lovely wee group of friends.
17 July 2022
Brooklyn turbine walk with the zobie.
Brooklyn turbine walk with the zobie.
14 July 2022
Lunch in town with daddy, lolly trading and botanical playground with roller blades…
Lunch in town with daddy, lolly trading and botanical playground with roller blades…
09 July 2022
Tea party with Ivy and last gymnastics session
Tea party with Ivy and last gymnastics session
27 June 2022
Iris’s birthday now! Loves the kiddypow game console with a few Harry Potter things, Sushi for dinner
Iris’s birthday now! Loves the kiddypow game console with a few Harry Potter things, Sushi for dinner
27 June 2022
Juniper’s fifth birthday party at Kindy. 19 kids and more adults! Juni had a blast, rainbow surprise cake, painting molds, pin the horn on the unicorn (her favourite) and pass the parcel… It may have also been a super spreader of COVID since we all got sick after.
Juniper’s fifth birthday party at Kindy. 19 kids and more adults! Juni had a blast, rainbow surprise cake, painting molds, pin the horn on the unicorn (her favourite) and pass the parcel… It may have also been a super spreader of COVID since we all got sick after.
27 June 2022
Ivy’s party! Juni’s birth buddy.
Ivy’s party! Juni’s birth buddy.
27 June 2022
Juni’s birthday. Cupcake decorating and pizza dinner.
Juni’s birthday. Cupcake decorating and pizza dinner.
25 June 2022
Juni’s happy last day at Kindy. She was so excited about sitting in the big chair. End of an era.
Juni’s happy last day at Kindy. She was so excited about sitting in the big chair. End of an era.
10 June 2022
Boxing out the shape of the house! Starting to take shape!!
Boxing out the shape of the house! Starting to take shape!!
05 June 2022
Took a morning out to knock the Northern Circuit off. Pretty epic this time of year with the snow covered alpine crossing. Tick off the old bucket list.
Took a morning out to knock the Northern Circuit off. Pretty epic this time of year with the snow covered alpine crossing. Tick off the old bucket list.
05 June 2022
Zorro on holiday. Settled into the swing of things.
Zorro on holiday. Settled into the swing of things.
Zorro: 11 months
05 June 2022
Managed to pickup a flattie on the way to Ohakune. $30 later and all fixed up and back on the road.
Managed to pickup a flattie on the way to Ohakune. $30 later and all fixed up and back on the road.
04 June 2022
Ohakune old coach road to Horopito and back alone! 22km in two and a half hours. It was great but hard coming back with jelly arms and legs!
Ohakune old coach road to Horopito and back alone! 22km in two and a half hours. It was great but hard coming back with jelly arms and legs!
04 June 2022
A beautiful day with a river ride.
A beautiful day with a river ride.
04 June 2022
A fun day at the bike park, followed by a walk into town for a milkshake and a zobie water dip.
A fun day at the bike park, followed by a walk into town for a milkshake and a zobie water dip.
04 June 2022
A very very rainy day in the kune. Kids got introduced to Sega.
A very very rainy day in the kune. Kids got introduced to Sega.
04 June 2022
Day 5: it’s a bit of a clay mess with all the rain…
Day 5: it’s a bit of a clay mess with all the rain…
04 June 2022
Second school visit!
Second school visit!
23 May 2022
Reno day 3: gutting the two rooms, finding 2 mummified rats and bird nests to boot. Carport roof is no more.
Reno day 3: gutting the two rooms, finding 2 mummified rats and bird nests to boot. Carport roof is no more.
22 May 2022
Reno day 1: bricks up, marked out building floor levels.
Reno day 1: bricks up, marked out building floor levels.
19 May 2022
Girls bike weekend in the kune. Old coach road one way. Horopito to Ohakune. 22km. Lovely ride, not too hard lots of downhill through the lovely forest. Espresso martinis to celebrate.
Girls bike weekend in the kune. Old coach road one way. Horopito to Ohakune. 22km. Lovely ride, not too hard lots of downhill through the lovely forest. Espresso martinis to celebrate.
18 May 2022
Designing our new tower office… the reno design is strong with this one…
Designing our new tower office… the reno design is strong with this one…
14 April 2022
Zorro had a fun play date with Nero and managed to find a swamp at the dog park. First bath and he seemed to enjoy it.
Zorro had a fun play date with Nero and managed to find a swamp at the dog park. First bath and he seemed to enjoy it.
Zorro: 9 months and 9 days
08 April 2022
Waffles for breakfast followed by bead necklaces and earrings. I’m tired.
Waffles for breakfast followed by bead necklaces and earrings. I’m tired.
08 April 2022
Buni days
Buni days
Juniper: 4 years and 9 months
25 March 2022
Iris continues to love audio book Harry Potter… from her self made swing chair.
Iris continues to love audio book Harry Potter… from her self made swing chair.
Iris: 7 years and 9 months
25 March 2022
Zobie.
Zobie.
Zorro: 8 months and 20 days
22 March 2022
Summer netball season has come to an end. Fridays wouldn’t be so crazy for a while! Pizza at the pickle.
Summer netball season has come to an end. Fridays wouldn’t be so crazy for a while! Pizza at the pickle.
25 February 2022
Sunday rainy leaving day. It wasn’t too bad walking out in the rain, Juni did super well both ways and we didn’t even see our older girls. Zorro was a pulley nightmare.
Sunday rainy leaving day. It wasn’t too bad walking out in the rain, Juni did super well both ways and we didn’t even see our older girls. Zorro was a pulley nightmare.
25 February 2022
A sunny Saturday with swimming in the morning and then fire with marshmallows and more swimming in the afternoon.
A sunny Saturday with swimming in the morning and then fire with marshmallows and more swimming in the afternoon.
25 February 2022
We demolished our front planters… a bit sad. Managed to save most of the plants and are reusing the soil.
We demolished our front planters… a bit sad. Managed to save most of the plants and are reusing the soil.
25 February 2022
Our freaky frog
Our freaky frog
18 February 2022
Turere 2022 trip. Year 3.
Turere 2022 trip. Year 3.
17 February 2022
Caravan gets a shelf… and a plant.
Caravan gets a shelf… and a plant.
12 February 2022
Loz ziggy has turned green and absorbing his tail!
Loz ziggy has turned green and absorbing his tail!
11 February 2022
Junis’ flowers keep coming
Junis’ flowers keep coming
Juniper: 4 years and 7 months
08 February 2022
Loz ziggy has got four legs!
Loz ziggy has got four legs!
08 February 2022
Two new drawers for the caravan!
Two new drawers for the caravan!
29 January 2022
Juni’s flowers from her garden
Juni’s flowers from her garden
26 January 2022
A romantic date night at botanicals followed by a flamingo scooter ride home. So much fun!
A romantic date night at botanicals followed by a flamingo scooter ride home. So much fun!
23 January 2022
Guinea pigs come for a long visit.
Guinea pigs come for a long visit.
21 January 2022
Poor yellowie died late today… not sure why!! He had beautiful back legs and the front ones were forming.
Poor yellowie died late today… not sure why!! He had beautiful back legs and the front ones were forming.
20 January 2022
Garden glory
Garden glory
18 January 2022
Scorching bay for the afternoon. So warm!
Scorching bay for the afternoon. So warm!
16 January 2022
Zealandia for granny’s birthday
Zealandia for granny’s birthday
15 January 2022
A ferry trip to days bay! Beach and pizza in the warm sun.
A ferry trip to days bay! Beach and pizza in the warm sun.
14 January 2022
Central Park is a beauty!
Central Park is a beauty!
11 January 2022
Flowers
Flowers
08 January 2022
Guess who grew some legs while we were away!
Guess who grew some legs while we were away!
08 January 2022
Blueberry fields forever picking! 4kg! $22kg!
Blueberry fields forever picking! 4kg! $22kg!
07 January 2022
Last day in Taupo. Climbed Mt Tauhara with poppa, chip buttie at the park with the cuzzies and a late drive home to Wellington.
Last day in Taupo. Climbed Mt Tauhara with poppa, chip buttie at the park with the cuzzies and a late drive home to Wellington.
06 January 2022
Paddle boat fun with two overboard on purpose and fun at home.
Paddle boat fun with two overboard on purpose and fun at home.
05 January 2022
Kayaking and water pillow with a delicious bacon buttie at the sails cafe.
Kayaking and water pillow with a delicious bacon buttie at the sails cafe.
05 January 2022
Zorro just couldn’t help himself on our short walk to the cafe, he needed a swim…
Zorro just couldn’t help himself on our short walk to the cafe, he needed a swim…
Zorro: 6 months
04 January 2022
Zorro adored having Alfie around.
Zorro adored having Alfie around.
Zorro: 5 months and 30 days
04 January 2022
More cousins join us at Taupo for sneaky f&c for dinner.
More cousins join us at Taupo for sneaky f&c for dinner.
04 January 2022
Gaming it at Taupo
Gaming it at Taupo
03 January 2022
First few days in Taupo were hot! We went to the lake everyday.
First few days in Taupo were hot! We went to the lake everyday.
02 January 2022
Evening swim with the dogs. Zorro loved it. Furry crocodiles
Evening swim with the dogs. Zorro loved it. Furry crocodiles
Zorro: 5 months and 28 days
01 January 2022
Camping fun with marshmallows
Camping fun with marshmallows
31 December 2021
Dishes before we left.
Dishes before we left.
30 December 2021
Morning swim in the river
Morning swim in the river
29 December 2021
Setting up camping at Kaitoke
Setting up camping at Kaitoke
26 December 2021
Boxing Day bbq. Great Uncle Peter and Great Aunty Pat’s famous UK pjs… we always love receiving them!
Boxing Day bbq. Great Uncle Peter and Great Aunty Pat’s famous UK pjs… we always love receiving them!
26 December 2021
Family photo mission
Family photo mission
25 December 2021
Christmas walk before brunch
Christmas walk before brunch
25 December 2021
Santa sacks
Santa sacks
24 December 2021
Christmas Eve dinner…
Christmas Eve dinner…
24 December 2021
The bird dress series…
The bird dress series…
24 December 2021
The lead up to Christmas…
The lead up to Christmas…
18 December 2021
F&c dinner on the Petone beach
F&c dinner on the Petone beach
09 December 2021
Gingerbread people decorating for little friends…
Gingerbread people decorating for little friends…
06 December 2021
Helped on Olive’s field trip to city gallery’ Hilma klint exhibition. Really fantastic. It’s bee. So been so long since I have been to one!
Helped on Olive’s field trip to city gallery’ Hilma klint exhibition. Really fantastic. It’s bee. So been so long since I have been to one!
Olive: 9 years and 9 months
05 December 2021
We may have bought a hodor…. To nowhere
We may have bought a hodor…. To nowhere
05 December 2021
I’m 40… relaxed day with breakfast out, dog walk and cake at granny & poppa’s place. Lots of lovely messages.
I’m 40… relaxed day with breakfast out, dog walk and cake at granny & poppa’s place. Lots of lovely messages.
01 December 2021
A lovely catch-up with school mates
A lovely catch-up with school mates
27 November 2021
Rices for breakfast, beach fun followed by the aquarium. Got to see the octopus have his crab breakfast, explore the touch pool and feed the big fish. Even saw some shark eggs with brownies.
Rices for breakfast, beach fun followed by the aquarium. Got to see the octopus have his crab breakfast, explore the touch pool and feed the big fish. Even saw some shark eggs with brownies.
Iris: 7 years and 5 months
26 November 2021
Island bay aquarium sleepover! Windy but sunny. Funny exploring the rock pools, playing on the beach and pizza for dinner. I think iris and Lucia finally went to sleep about midnight…
Island bay aquarium sleepover! Windy but sunny. Funny exploring the rock pools, playing on the beach and pizza for dinner. I think iris and Lucia finally went to sleep about midnight…
Iris: 7 years and 5 months
24 November 2021
Our baby tadpoles are still alive! With 3 water snails as bonus! Now when do the legs come…
Our baby tadpoles are still alive! With 3 water snails as bonus! Now when do the legs come…
19 November 2021
Iris has got into Harry Potter! With special lantern ambiance.
Iris has got into Harry Potter! With special lantern ambiance.
Iris: 7 years and 4 months
19 November 2021
Train ride to j’ville and even the mall with Leo and Emma.
Train ride to j’ville and even the mall with Leo and Emma.
Juniper: 4 years and 5 months
18 November 2021
First rogaining night with team Parka. It was really fun! Especially since it was in Ngaio! We came 24/38 teams, 90min running… came home to the boys hanging…
First rogaining night with team Parka. It was really fun! Especially since it was in Ngaio! We came 24/38 teams, 90min running… came home to the boys hanging…
13 November 2021
Lead training with my side kick. Zobe also got cuddles on the bed.
Lead training with my side kick. Zobe also got cuddles on the bed.
Zorro: 4 months and 8 days
01 November 2021
Witching hour
Witching hour
Zorro: 3 months and 27 days
30 October 2021
Exciting spring action
Exciting spring action
30 October 2021
Major breakthrough with Zorro and Juni.
Major breakthrough with Zorro and Juni.
Juniper: 4 years and 4 months
Zorro: 3 months and 25 days
28 October 2021
Rock climbing with brownies!
Rock climbing with brownies!
24 October 2021
A 24 hour Kaitoke camping trip. Solar all worked really well! Zorro had a ball meeting lots of people and a few dogs.
A 24 hour Kaitoke camping trip. Solar all worked really well! Zorro had a ball meeting lots of people and a few dogs.
15 October 2021
A stunning blue day at makara. Driftwood central. Kids loved finding treasure
A stunning blue day at makara. Driftwood central. Kids loved finding treasure
13 October 2021
King Louis
King Louis
13 October 2021
Blading fun on a rainy day. Juni have it her first go! Did really well!
Blading fun on a rainy day. Juni have it her first go! Did really well!
12 October 2021
Botanical explore
Botanical explore
10 October 2021
We took a day trip to check out riversdale on Sunday… a bit cold but that didn’t stop Zorro and the kids enjoying the beach.
We took a day trip to check out riversdale on Sunday… a bit cold but that didn’t stop Zorro and the kids enjoying the beach.
09 October 2021
Finally made my poppies planter all by myself and with the help of Zorro
Finally made my poppies planter all by myself and with the help of Zorro
09 October 2021
Trying to escape
Trying to escape
Zorro: 3 months and 4 days
07 October 2021
Zo bo… fun
Zo bo… fun
Zorro: 3 months and 2 days
05 October 2021
Iris’s netball pizza prize giving
Iris’s netball pizza prize giving
Iris: 7 years and 3 months
04 October 2021
Kids drew a map of all the hideouts in the village to show the Aussie cousins, when they are next here, they also released the ladybugs. Bye Ohakune.
Kids drew a map of all the hideouts in the village to show the Aussie cousins, when they are next here, they also released the ladybugs. Bye Ohakune.
03 October 2021
Day 3 skiing. Left at 7.15am and got into the top car park. Crazy early!
Day 3 skiing. Left at 7.15am and got into the top car park. Crazy early!
02 October 2021
Day 2. No kids.
Day 2. No kids.
01 October 2021
Skiing in October!!!
Skiing in October!!!
30 September 2021
Zo zo
Zo zo
Zorro: 2 months and 25 days
25 September 2021
Olive’s netball team
Olive’s netball team
Olive: 9 years and 7 months
22 September 2021
This week Zorro is definitely biting less… Juni expresses through her drawings and continues to hang in her behind the couch hideout and gate, pats when he is lying calmly.
This week Zorro is definitely biting less… Juni expresses through her drawings and continues to hang in her behind the couch hideout and gate, pats when he is lying calmly.
Zorro: 2 months and 17 days
20 September 2021
Zorro has a name!
Zorro has a name!
Zorro: 2 months and 15 days
16 September 2021
Piranha with 4 legs… settled to his crate after a few nights… lots of biting
Piranha with 4 legs… settled to his crate after a few nights… lots of biting
Zorro: 2 months and 11 days
10 September 2021
He is delightful….
He is delightful….
Zorro: 2 months and 5 days
09 September 2021
Meeting our new family member Zorro!
Meeting our new family member Zorro!
Zorro: 2 months and 4 days
09 September 2021
Puppy day! Arrives by pet transport at 5pm
Puppy day! Arrives by pet transport at 5pm
Zorro: 2 months and 4 days
05 September 2021
baD day! Breakfast in bed with lovely cards and a day of running alone. While we tackled Wrights hill.
baD day! Breakfast in bed with lovely cards and a day of running alone. While we tackled Wrights hill.
03 September 2021
Sleepover…
Sleepover…
03 September 2021
The peck’s place high tea restaurant! Served to us by iris.
The peck’s place high tea restaurant! Served to us by iris.
Iris: 7 years and 2 months
03 September 2021
Zorro’s first jab!
Zorro’s first jab!
Zorro: 1 month and 29 days
02 September 2021
Someone’s learning the guitar… and has some groupies…
Someone’s learning the guitar… and has some groupies…
31 August 2021
Lockdown maths continues….
Lockdown maths continues….
31 August 2021
My findings on my daily wright’s hill walk
My findings on my daily wright’s hill walk
29 August 2021
We are coming for you buddy…
We are coming for you buddy…
Zorro: 1 month and 24 days
29 August 2021
My first embroidery bee!
My first embroidery bee!
29 August 2021
Lockdown walk day ??
Lockdown walk day ??
28 August 2021
Special card player
Special card player
27 August 2021
And so the jacket begins..
And so the jacket begins..
27 August 2021
A little rain won’t stop this lot!
A little rain won’t stop this lot!
26 August 2021
Olive’s cooking again! Toad in the hole and dog turd cupcakes!
Olive’s cooking again! Toad in the hole and dog turd cupcakes!
Olive: 9 years and 6 months
23 August 2021
A cheeky fella on my evening walk
A cheeky fella on my evening walk
23 August 2021
Lockdown ll day 6: Juni joins in with home learning
Lockdown ll day 6: Juni joins in with home learning
22 August 2021
Olive has really taken to enjoying baking completely solo! Muffins, slice and now a cake!
Olive has really taken to enjoying baking completely solo! Muffins, slice and now a cake!
Olive: 9 years and 6 months
21 August 2021
Finally making masks… 18months later
Finally making masks… 18months later
19 August 2021
Juni’s name is coming along nicely! Calls them numbers, and is very interested in letters. Her drawings are a joy. So much colour and patterns.
Juni’s name is coming along nicely! Calls them numbers, and is very interested in letters. Her drawings are a joy. So much colour and patterns.
Juniper: 4 years and 2 months
18 August 2021
Finally got around to finishing ivy’s birthday dress! Got something sparkly!
Finally got around to finishing ivy’s birthday dress! Got something sparkly!
16 August 2021
Crate fun while we work out Zorro’s new pad. Kids can’t get enough of the crate…
Crate fun while we work out Zorro’s new pad. Kids can’t get enough of the crate…
Zorro: 1 month and 11 days
15 August 2021
Zorro! Must be 5 weeks old
Zorro! Must be 5 weeks old
Zorro: 1 month and 10 days
12 August 2021
A spot of cutting at home so I’m ready for grinding next week!
A spot of cutting at home so I’m ready for grinding next week!
11 August 2021
Stain glass window here I come!
Stain glass window here I come!
09 August 2021
Stain glass window designing! And visit to pukerua bay to choose glass.
Stain glass window designing! And visit to pukerua bay to choose glass.
06 August 2021
Farewell at playcentre for Juni and the Peck family. Mixed emotions. 8 years is a long time. Learnt a lot of parenting there and had a lot of fun and meet some amazing people.
Farewell at playcentre for Juni and the Peck family. Mixed emotions. 8 years is a long time. Learnt a lot of parenting there and had a lot of fun and meet some amazing people.
Juniper: 4 years and 1 month
01 August 2021
Zorro is growing!
Zorro is growing!
Zorro: 27 days and 19 hours
31 July 2021
Milla’s 8th SPCA party… everyone wants a kitten now.
Milla’s 8th SPCA party… everyone wants a kitten now.
30 July 2021
Celebrating our four year olds.
Celebrating our four year olds.
26 July 2021
Lunch at Nat’s house, kids played elastics the whole time. Lovely catch-up.
Lunch at Nat’s house, kids played elastics the whole time. Lovely catch-up.
26 July 2021
Meet Zorro… 2 weeks old.
Meet Zorro… 2 weeks old.
Zorro: 21 days and 7 hours
25 July 2021
And so the blue kitchen is no more… well 3 drawers down…. A million blue cupboards to go…
And so the blue kitchen is no more… well 3 drawers down…. A million blue cupboards to go…
24 July 2021
Makara Peak to scatter some of Lyon’s ashes with the family. Juni walked the whole way.
Makara Peak to scatter some of Lyon’s ashes with the family. Juni walked the whole way.
Lyon: 10 years and 2 months
19 July 2021
Juni did 3 laps on her own around the park. Brakes are hit and miss but she had a fab time. Both older girls have the blades a go around twice.
Juni did 3 laps on her own around the park. Brakes are hit and miss but she had a fab time. Both older girls have the blades a go around twice.
Olive: 9 years and 5 months
Iris: 7 years
Juniper: 4 years and 1 month
18 July 2021
Iris’s roller party. She had a blast. 18 kids and a donut cake.
Iris’s roller party. She had a blast. 18 kids and a donut cake.
Iris: 7 years
17 July 2021
Varnish goes on and bracelets. Now which bar stools?
Varnish goes on and bracelets. Now which bar stools?
17 July 2021
Lots of swimming these holidays
Lots of swimming these holidays
14 July 2021
School class photo. They played schools for 4 days running in the first week of holiday… did they miss it that much?
School class photo. They played schools for 4 days running in the first week of holiday… did they miss it that much?
14 July 2021
A $60 bargain piece of oak ply wood and boom we have a breakfast bar! Life changing!
A $60 bargain piece of oak ply wood and boom we have a breakfast bar! Life changing!
09 July 2021
Campbell st camping experience. Tent making, pikelet cooking, drawing, hot chocolates and a mini bush walk.
Campbell st camping experience. Tent making, pikelet cooking, drawing, hot chocolates and a mini bush walk.
Juniper: 4 years
07 July 2021
Moving up a level!
Moving up a level!
07 July 2021
Shops and foot swing painting with leap frogs to finish. Last playcentre session. Not sure how I feel about it.
Shops and foot swing painting with leap frogs to finish. Last playcentre session. Not sure how I feel about it.
04 July 2021
High tea with my playcentre ladies to celebrate baby Jesus’s soon arrival…
High tea with my playcentre ladies to celebrate baby Jesus’s soon arrival…
03 July 2021
Karori west netball hoodies are here!
Karori west netball hoodies are here!
02 July 2021
Tamariki nui session at the botanical gardens! Feeding the ducks, walk and leaf rubbing craft in the treehouse.
Tamariki nui session at the botanical gardens! Feeding the ducks, walk and leaf rubbing craft in the treehouse.
Juniper: 4 years
30 June 2021
Iris is moving up to Whales! Well done!
Iris is moving up to Whales! Well done!
Iris: 7 years
30 June 2021
Karori west science fair! Olive’s on tsunami and Iris’s on the moon and sun.
Karori west science fair! Olive’s on tsunami and Iris’s on the moon and sun.
Olive: 9 years and 4 months
30 June 2021
Kpc Wednesday. Building a house and fairy bread!
Kpc Wednesday. Building a house and fairy bread!
Juniper: 4 years
27 June 2021
My trusty DIYer crew helped with the photo posters before we had a spot of breakfast before hitting the road. Floods on state highway 1!
My trusty DIYer crew helped with the photo posters before we had a spot of breakfast before hitting the road. Floods on state highway 1!
26 June 2021
Ohakune getaway… old coach road walk to the viaduct followed by high tea.
Ohakune getaway… old coach road walk to the viaduct followed by high tea.
19 June 2021
Juni’s party. Best friend Maisie, birthday buddy Ivy and cuzzies for a spot of tea and cake. Drawing on plates, followed by pass the parcel, music cushions and pin the horn on the unicorn. Her first party and she loved it.
Juni’s party. Best friend Maisie, birthday buddy Ivy and cuzzies for a spot of tea and cake. Drawing on plates, followed by pass the parcel, music cushions and pin the horn on the unicorn. Her first party and she loved it.
Juniper: 4 years
18 June 2021
An Olive date in town at a piano concert of Disney classics.
An Olive date in town at a piano concert of Disney classics.
Olive: 9 years and 4 months
18 June 2021
Cake and Fondant making Plus a disco!
Cake and Fondant making Plus a disco!
Juniper: 4 years
17 June 2021
Juni’s birthday! Got a lovely lego castle set from mummy & daddy, beautiful cards and regifting presents from her sisters, a day of lego building, drawing and afternoon cake and edamame beans !
Juni’s birthday! Got a lovely lego castle set from mummy & daddy, beautiful cards and regifting presents from her sisters, a day of lego building, drawing and afternoon cake and edamame beans !
Juniper: 4 years
16 June 2021
Swimming because she just couldn’t do real swimming because she was soooo tired…
Swimming because she just couldn’t do real swimming because she was soooo tired…
Iris: 6 years and 11 months
16 June 2021
KPC painting, cleaning and sand castles
KPC painting, cleaning and sand castles
Juniper: 3 years and 11 months
13 June 2021
Archie’s 5th birthday party!
Archie’s 5th birthday party!
13 June 2021
Waiting for daddy to finish… hang on a minute…
Waiting for daddy to finish… hang on a minute…
12 June 2021
Iris’s second game of netball.
Iris’s second game of netball.
11 June 2021
TN Petone beach this week, loved writing her name and finding & buried treasure.
TN Petone beach this week, loved writing her name and finding & buried treasure.
Juniper: 3 years and 11 months
09 June 2021
Juni discovering bubbles stick to sand!
Juni discovering bubbles stick to sand!
Juniper: 3 years and 11 months
06 June 2021
#LoveTaupo
#LoveTaupo
05 June 2021
Up above the clouds on Mt Tauhara. TaupÅ
Up above the clouds on Mt Tauhara. TaupÅ
02 June 2021
Iris joined us at playcentre today and we had lots of fun at the carpentry table!
Iris joined us at playcentre today and we had lots of fun at the carpentry table!
Iris: 6 years and 11 months
Juniper: 3 years and 11 months
29 May 2021
Baking scones for morning tea
Baking scones for morning tea
28 May 2021
An adventure on johnsonville train for tamariki nui. Visited the playground and library.
An adventure on johnsonville train for tamariki nui. Visited the playground and library.
Juniper: 3 years and 11 months
22 May 2021
Iris’s first netball game! She played a full game C & D!
Iris’s first netball game! She played a full game C & D!
Iris: 6 years and 11 months
21 May 2021
Tamariki nui at Zealandia. The tussuck was the best hit.
Tamariki nui at Zealandia. The tussuck was the best hit.
Juniper: 3 years and 11 months
20 May 2021
Grandad out of hospital.
Grandad out of hospital.
20 May 2021
Cross country! A lot of tears this morning due to not wanting to do it. But Olive did it and there was even a smile at the end. Iris came 8th place and ran her heart out. Cream donuts were used as motivation.
Cross country! A lot of tears this morning due to not wanting to do it. But Olive did it and there was even a smile at the end. Iris came 8th place and ran her heart out. Cream donuts were used as motivation.
Olive: 9 years and 3 months
Iris: 6 years and 11 months
19 May 2021
Kpc glop and mud kitchen fun
Kpc glop and mud kitchen fun
Juniper: 3 years and 11 months
17 May 2021
Pulse netball game! We took iris to her first game. Poor Olive was too sick to come this time so we will have to go again!
Pulse netball game! We took iris to her first game. Poor Olive was too sick to come this time so we will have to go again!
15 May 2021
I was in the process of making Lyon a new bed cushion. Had to finish it. Miss you buddy.
I was in the process of making Lyon a new bed cushion. Had to finish it. Miss you buddy.
14 May 2021
Juni’s art is a joy
Juni’s art is a joy
Juniper: 3 years and 10 months
08 May 2021
Olive’s first netball game of the season! Really excited about it too!
Olive’s first netball game of the season! Really excited about it too!
Olive: 9 years and 2 months
01 May 2021
Battlehill overnight stay in the freezing cold! Got our solar panel, new fridge and tap pump! So we are off the grid now. Kids loved the open fire as per usual. Now how to get heating...
Battlehill overnight stay in the freezing cold! Got our solar panel, new fridge and tap pump! So we are off the grid now. Kids loved the open fire as per usual. Now how to get heating...
30 April 2021
Kite action on Wrights hill.
Kite action on Wrights hill.
28 April 2021
Tea party
Tea party
26 April 2021
Bougainvillea gets an archway!
Bougainvillea gets an archway!
25 April 2021
Butterfly creek walk in eastbourne. Juni managed it all the way! A happy walk for all.
Butterfly creek walk in eastbourne. Juni managed it all the way! A happy walk for all.
23 April 2021
A yellow pop in.
A yellow pop in.
22 April 2021
Child labour... kids did a great job and we got the wood moved within and hour and a half.
Child labour... kids did a great job and we got the wood moved within and hour and a half.
22 April 2021
Morning play with cousins
Morning play with cousins
20 April 2021
The zoo!
The zoo!
16 April 2021
Mt Vic nature trail with tamariki nui
Mt Vic nature trail with tamariki nui
Juniper: 3 years and 9 months
14 April 2021
Gloop
Gloop
Juniper: 3 years and 9 months
11 April 2021
Xrace as a family followed with a nice lunch with Nige, Lana & Anthony. Hutt city has some cute areas.
Xrace as a family followed with a nice lunch with Nige, Lana & Anthony. Hutt city has some cute areas.
09 April 2021
Cable car and museum for tamariki nui!
Cable car and museum for tamariki nui!
Juniper: 3 years and 9 months
08 April 2021
Tamariki nui at Petone beach
Tamariki nui at Petone beach
Juniper: 3 years and 9 months
06 April 2021
Peck art. Juniper, 3yr and iris, 6yr
Peck art. Juniper, 3yr and iris, 6yr
Iris: 6 years and 9 months
Juniper: 3 years and 9 months
06 April 2021
Makara beach explore
Makara beach explore
04 April 2021
Easter egg hunt and walk in Wilton bush with the Turners.
Easter egg hunt and walk in Wilton bush with the Turners.
29 March 2021
How good is Stewart Island (Rakiura). A “boys†trip, where the five of us completed the Rakiura Track over 3 days, then I ran it the following morning before breakfast. Saw 2 kiwi in the wild, blue mushrooms, stunning views, incredible birdlife and undisturbed flora. A super special place.
How good is Stewart Island (Rakiura). A “boys†trip, where the five of us completed the Rakiura Track over 3 days, then I ran it the following morning before breakfast. Saw 2 kiwi in the wild, blue mushrooms, stunning views, incredible birdlife and undisturbed flora. A super special place.
27 March 2021
Grandad helps finish off the pavers! It only took a year to get to this point! And finally found more pavers that fit. Thanks grandad!
Grandad helps finish off the pavers! It only took a year to get to this point! And finally found more pavers that fit. Thanks grandad!
23 March 2021
More new plants
More new plants
19 March 2021
Tamariki nui kpc: Wright’s hill kite flying on parade grounds.
Tamariki nui kpc: Wright’s hill kite flying on parade grounds.
Juniper: 3 years and 9 months
17 March 2021
Kpc: enjoyed painting people, glop and watering everything today
Kpc: enjoyed painting people, glop and watering everything today
Juniper: 3 years and 9 months
12 March 2021
KPC Tamariki Nui: at Ben burn park, painting boxes and sliding down the hills, ball and parachute play.
KPC Tamariki Nui: at Ben burn park, painting boxes and sliding down the hills, ball and parachute play.
Juniper: 3 years and 8 months
10 March 2021
Kpc: painting, playing with Maisie followed with a play date at home.
Kpc: painting, playing with Maisie followed with a play date at home.
Juniper: 3 years and 8 months
03 March 2021
Today we had the difficult time of saying our goodbyes to Lyon, our beloved fur child of almost 10 years. Lyon - 27/04/2011 to 03/03/2021. RIP buddy, we miss you so much.
Today we had the difficult time of saying our goodbyes to Lyon, our beloved fur child of almost 10 years. Lyon - 27/04/2011 to 03/03/2021. RIP buddy, we miss you so much.
Lyon: 9 years and 10 months
03 March 2021
Trying to soak up Lyon cuddles.
Trying to soak up Lyon cuddles.
Lyon: 9 years and 10 months
22 February 2021
Walk down to the river and a much needed swim!
Walk down to the river and a much needed swim!
22 February 2021
Last morning at Turere lodge. Walk out took 2 hours, the kids did amazing!
Last morning at Turere lodge. Walk out took 2 hours, the kids did amazing!
21 February 2021
Orongoronga walk to the Turere lodge. Five families, 9 kids and a dog. We only had one pack for 5 sleeping bags, food and clothes... girls carried their snacks and clothes and we did 6km within 3 hours with many stops.
Orongoronga walk to the Turere lodge. Five families, 9 kids and a dog. We only had one pack for 5 sleeping bags, food and clothes... girls carried their snacks and clothes and we did 6km within 3 hours with many stops.
14 February 2021
Battlehill morning tea with the eels and grandparents. All managed to sleep in the caravan together.
Battlehill morning tea with the eels and grandparents. All managed to sleep in the caravan together.
13 February 2021
Olive’s birthday battlehill sleepover, lovely trees to climb, cooked marshmallows over the fire and 5 in the caravan for bed.
Olive’s birthday battlehill sleepover, lovely trees to climb, cooked marshmallows over the fire and 5 in the caravan for bed.
12 February 2021
Tamariki nui at Te papa! Kai, fire drill and Pacifica pattern rubbings
Tamariki nui at Te papa! Kai, fire drill and Pacifica pattern rubbings
09 February 2021
3 sides done! Nice weekend, kids had a ball playing boats and mixing potions. They loved the open space that the village has with 4 hideouts!
3 sides done! Nice weekend, kids had a ball playing boats and mixing potions. They loved the open space that the village has with 4 hideouts!
07 February 2021
Ohakune painting bee... kids were happy playing in the village grounds while we painted and painted...
Ohakune painting bee... kids were happy playing in the village grounds while we painted and painted...
05 February 2021
First tamariki nui session! Lots of fun baking, painting and playing.
First tamariki nui session! Lots of fun baking, painting and playing.
Juniper: 3 years and 7 months
03 February 2021
Last day of the holidays and it was stunning at days bay. Pizza lunch, swim, playing in the stream and finished with an ice cream. Bliss.
Last day of the holidays and it was stunning at days bay. Pizza lunch, swim, playing in the stream and finished with an ice cream. Bliss.
02 February 2021
Summer in the backyard
Summer in the backyard
31 January 2021
Just about ready for our one nighters with 5 in the bed! Squab done.
Just about ready for our one nighters with 5 in the bed! Squab done.
29 January 2021
Indoor plant obsession continues with turtle joining the family. So tiny!
Indoor plant obsession continues with turtle joining the family. So tiny!
29 January 2021
The last mega squab. Double that folds to single... why didn't I just do two?!
The last mega squab. Double that folds to single... why didn't I just do two?!
28 January 2021
Daddy dumplings lunch with Olive.
Daddy dumplings lunch with Olive.
Olive: 8 years and 11 months
28 January 2021
Mama lunch date with iris. Sushi train!
Mama lunch date with iris. Sushi train!
Iris: 6 years and 7 months
25 January 2021
Bbq with the MacDonalds.
Bbq with the MacDonalds.
23 January 2021
A day trip to visit the Barbers & Turners for lunch at queens Elizabeth park.
A day trip to visit the Barbers & Turners for lunch at queens Elizabeth park.
22 January 2021
My joys in the garden at the moment
My joys in the garden at the moment
16 January 2021
Blueberries forever picking in white mans valley. Delicious. Got 3kg for $44
Blueberries forever picking in white mans valley. Delicious. Got 3kg for $44
15 January 2021
Dinner at oriental bay with the Turners. Stunningly warm! Summer at last!
Dinner at oriental bay with the Turners. Stunningly warm! Summer at last!
15 January 2021
Mountain challenge 4: skyline walk. They played for over an hour at the playground. Very hot!
Mountain challenge 4: skyline walk. They played for over an hour at the playground. Very hot!
11 January 2021
Biked to fish bridge with Oli, another beach run, climbed Paritutu rock in the evening.
Biked to fish bridge with Oli, another beach run, climbed Paritutu rock in the evening.
10 January 2021
Pukekura park by night light show
Pukekura park by night light show
10 January 2021
Walk on Mt Taranaki to the falls with the Thompsons.
Walk on Mt Taranaki to the falls with the Thompsons.
09 January 2021
Pukekura park by day, chess and wine by afternoon.
Pukekura park by day, chess and wine by afternoon.
08 January 2021
Afternoon swim, followed by new tent for daddy and Oli.
Afternoon swim, followed by new tent for daddy and Oli.
08 January 2021
After our first night of pouring rain and one wet tent, Tom slept in the awning in the wet tent while we made the caravan one giant bed and olive shared my duvet as her sleeping bag was wet. We had a wee bike ride, and swim at the local free pool
After our first night of pouring rain and one wet tent, Tom slept in the awning in the wet tent while we made the caravan one giant bed and olive shared my duvet as her sleeping bag was wet. We had a wee bike ride, and swim at the local free pool
07 January 2021
Off we go! Very wet when we arrived! Needed Andy to pull us up to our site by worth it for the view.
Off we go! Very wet when we arrived! Needed Andy to pull us up to our site by worth it for the view.
06 January 2021
Last push to get a few things done before our New Plymouth trip.
Last push to get a few things done before our New Plymouth trip.
30 December 2020
Dave’s 40th birthday drink at the waterfront cafe. Followed by pork belly.
Dave’s 40th birthday drink at the waterfront cafe. Followed by pork belly.
29 December 2020
Coffee walk followed by backyard cricket. Oli got right into it.
Coffee walk followed by backyard cricket. Oli got right into it.
28 December 2020
LEGO city mega play day in pjs...
LEGO city mega play day in pjs...
27 December 2020
Relaxing at TaupÅ
Relaxing at TaupÅ
26 December 2020
King of the mount run with Tons biggest support team ever! A lovely beach day before we said goodbye
King of the mount run with Tons biggest support team ever! A lovely beach day before we said goodbye
25 December 2020
Santa arrived! 2 potatoes each, Oli’s favorite gift was world drawing globe (nandad) wings of fire (Turner) Iris’s was the terrarium and juni’s the potato.
Santa arrived! 2 potatoes each, Oli’s favorite gift was world drawing globe (nandad) wings of fire (Turner) Iris’s was the terrarium and juni’s the potato.
24 December 2020
My climb no. 3! Then Christmas Eve dinner!
My climb no. 3! Then Christmas Eve dinner!
23 December 2020
Mt climb number 2! More pool action...
Mt climb number 2! More pool action...
22 December 2020
Up the Mount! Followed by the beginning of the week of gifts...
Up the Mount! Followed by the beginning of the week of gifts...
20 December 2020
First day at the Mt. 100m beach walk before juni asked to be carried. Not sure about sand and her toenail yet! Making a tree from shells.
First day at the Mt. 100m beach walk before juni asked to be carried. Not sure about sand and her toenail yet! Making a tree from shells.
18 December 2020
Last day of school! Holiday tomorrow!
Last day of school! Holiday tomorrow!
18 December 2020
Pre Christmas gifting to each other. Oli had been planning her gifts for months, sleeping with them under her pillow, while juni and iris made gifts the day the tree went up.
Pre Christmas gifting to each other. Oli had been planning her gifts for months, sleeping with them under her pillow, while juni and iris made gifts the day the tree went up.
14 December 2020
Thank you drawings and cookies for friends
Thank you drawings and cookies for friends
12 December 2020
Summer is that you? Carols at Ben burn park
Summer is that you? Carols at Ben burn park
11 December 2020
Yea party for two. Fair China is working quite well.
Yea party for two. Fair China is working quite well.
Juniper: 3 years and 5 months
10 December 2020
Christmas cookie decorating...
Christmas cookie decorating...
06 December 2020
Nandad let the kids loose on their tree, followed with a yummy birthday dinner.
Nandad let the kids loose on their tree, followed with a yummy birthday dinner.
05 December 2020
Birthday fun day! Breakfast in bed, Nails, walk with hubby followed by dinner and finished with Mj’s 40th.
Birthday fun day! Breakfast in bed, Nails, walk with hubby followed by dinner and finished with Mj’s 40th.
05 December 2020
And so the second squab is finished!!! The double bed works!
And so the second squab is finished!!! The double bed works!
04 December 2020
Juni has been enjoying Gym jam with Leo, and this week we had Ivy join in too. They are so cute together.
Juni has been enjoying Gym jam with Leo, and this week we had Ivy join in too. They are so cute together.
Juniper: 3 years and 5 months
03 December 2020
The first squab! It was a wrestle to get the foam in and I am never taking the cover off but it looks pretty good. Now onto the next one!
The first squab! It was a wrestle to get the foam in and I am never taking the cover off but it looks pretty good. Now onto the next one!
02 December 2020
Kpc: dinosaur egg creations followed by sand castles with shells on a cold day.
Kpc: dinosaur egg creations followed by sand castles with shells on a cold day.
01 December 2020
An early Christmas treat for the big kids, pizza out, followed by Cinderella pantomime with Nan & grandad.
An early Christmas treat for the big kids, pizza out, followed by Cinderella pantomime with Nan & grandad.
30 November 2020
3 cushions done! And now to cut the squabs out! Not easy with little June bug biker
3 cushions done! And now to cut the squabs out! Not easy with little June bug biker
29 November 2020
Early Christmas with the pecks.
Early Christmas with the pecks.
28 November 2020
And so 2020 Christmas season has begun...
And so 2020 Christmas season has begun...
28 November 2020
Christmas in town. First time for candy foss
Christmas in town. First time for candy foss
28 November 2020
Juni’s drawing is such a delight to have.
Juni’s drawing is such a delight to have.
Juniper: 3 years and 5 months
27 November 2020
Happy belated celebration for our 3 year olds! Champagne on a Friday is always a good start.
Happy belated celebration for our 3 year olds! Champagne on a Friday is always a good start.
Juniper: 3 years and 5 months
24 November 2020
And so the cushion journey begins... One cushion down 5 to go...
And so the cushion journey begins... One cushion down 5 to go...
21 November 2020
Tastings and Bike riding while the boys drank beer before tasty pizza and lots and lots of rosé at Colombo.
Tastings and Bike riding while the boys drank beer before tasty pizza and lots and lots of rosé at Colombo.
20 November 2020
Josh’s epic Weekend away! We squeezed in a nice pinnacles walk on Friday before the festivities began...
Josh’s epic Weekend away! We squeezed in a nice pinnacles walk on Friday before the festivities began...
18 November 2020
Kpc: salt dough creations! Potions, tyre swing and parachute singing.
Kpc: salt dough creations! Potions, tyre swing and parachute singing.
Juniper: 3 years and 5 months
17 November 2020
Enjoyed working in rocket with Juni today.
Enjoyed working in rocket with Juni today.
Juniper: 3 years and 5 months
17 November 2020
Practice run on the squabs fabric, think it will work! One new foam! Expensive at $150! Outdoor cushions worked perfectly as a trial run and have decided with normal back cushions.
Practice run on the squabs fabric, think it will work! One new foam! Expensive at $150! Outdoor cushions worked perfectly as a trial run and have decided with normal back cushions.
14 November 2020
Pantry has a new knob! And towels
Pantry has a new knob! And towels
13 November 2020
Blinds all complete and working! Who knew normal blockout fabric would work! Fringe looks perfectly retro.
Blinds all complete and working! Who knew normal blockout fabric would work! Fringe looks perfectly retro.
13 November 2020
Baby fledgling Tui. Have spent a lot of time on our feeder this last week. Never knew they had orange becks - look more like black birds!
Baby fledgling Tui. Have spent a lot of time on our feeder this last week. Never knew they had orange becks - look more like black birds!
12 November 2020
The fridge goes black until we can afford a flash 2 way one.
The fridge goes black until we can afford a flash 2 way one.
11 November 2020
Kpc: frozen dinosaurs with salt, swing and potions.
Kpc: frozen dinosaurs with salt, swing and potions.
10 November 2020
Sticky date cake with butterscotch icing for grandads birthday
Sticky date cake with butterscotch icing for grandads birthday
09 November 2020
We have a working roller blind! With fringe!
We have a working roller blind! With fringe!
07 November 2020
A fairy walk in the rain.
A fairy walk in the rain.
06 November 2020
Date with Leo & Archie and Iris’s disco date later on.
Date with Leo & Archie and Iris’s disco date later on.
04 November 2020
Juni’s people are really taking off.
Juni’s people are really taking off.
Juniper: 3 years and 4 months
31 October 2020
Halloween at the Prosser’s house. Kids didn’t even need to leave the house for some treats!
Halloween at the Prosser’s house. Kids didn’t even need to leave the house for some treats!
28 October 2020
Water colours, dinosaur smoothie, twing and fabric painting.
Water colours, dinosaur smoothie, twing and fabric painting.
26 October 2020
Pantry got some shelves! While the kids played outside and inside wasn’t messy!
Pantry got some shelves! While the kids played outside and inside wasn’t messy!
25 October 2020
Succulent wreath begins!
Succulent wreath begins!
24 October 2020
Parents to the rescue! We were starting to look like trailer trash...
Parents to the rescue! We were starting to look like trailer trash...
23 October 2020
Sneaky drink at my old favourite cafe.
Sneaky drink at my old favourite cafe.
23 October 2020
Great teachers only day at the beach with the McGills, Smiths and Turners
Great teachers only day at the beach with the McGills, Smiths and Turners
22 October 2020
New kickboard! And repurposed the old drawers with new fronts. Loving whitewash and plywood.
New kickboard! And repurposed the old drawers with new fronts. Loving whitewash and plywood.
21 October 2020
Water colours, dinosaur riding, shopkeepers and toast. What a day.
Water colours, dinosaur riding, shopkeepers and toast. What a day.
Juniper: 3 years and 4 months
19 October 2020
Extra framing for the drawers
Extra framing for the drawers
17 October 2020
Finally planting my native Iris’s along the driveway... 3 years late!
Finally planting my native Iris’s along the driveway... 3 years late!
15 October 2020
The vinyl flooring has gone down! Next time I will just leave the old vinyl in place! Asbestos is not fun removing!
The vinyl flooring has gone down! Next time I will just leave the old vinyl in place! Asbestos is not fun removing!
14 October 2020
Scone mixing at playcentre
Scone mixing at playcentre
Juniper: 3 years and 3 months
13 October 2020
My nature child. At peace in the garden.
My nature child. At peace in the garden.
Juniper: 3 years and 3 months
11 October 2020
Daddy completes the Taupo Ultra 100k race and comes second in 9hrs 16mins!
Daddy completes the Taupo Ultra 100k race and comes second in 9hrs 16mins!
09 October 2020
Mummy Climbed Mt Tauhara alone this morning. 1.15hr up, 45min down. Amazing track of canal paths, root banisters, mossy tree rooftops and the. A stunning 360 view of Taupo. Tom and poppa planning for race tomorrow...
Mummy Climbed Mt Tauhara alone this morning. 1.15hr up, 45min down. Amazing track of canal paths, root banisters, mossy tree rooftops and the. A stunning 360 view of Taupo. Tom and poppa planning for race tomorrow...
08 October 2020
Mini golf was great fun. Juni was kept amused, so nice to do these family things now! We finished with lunch at L’arté cafe.
Mini golf was great fun. Juni was kept amused, so nice to do these family things now! We finished with lunch at L’arté cafe.
07 October 2020
It was meant to rain... but turned out to be lovely. Kids biked 4km into town for a train ride, playground and milk shake. Beautiful new walkway.
It was meant to rain... but turned out to be lovely. Kids biked 4km into town for a train ride, playground and milk shake. Beautiful new walkway.
06 October 2020
Biked around to 3 mile bay for a picnic, daddy joined us via foot. Stunning day, kids loved the swing over the water.
Biked around to 3 mile bay for a picnic, daddy joined us via foot. Stunning day, kids loved the swing over the water.
05 October 2020
Lovely botanical gardens walk, kids just loved playing around home and Tom worked downstairs in the office...
Lovely botanical gardens walk, kids just loved playing around home and Tom worked downstairs in the office...
04 October 2020
We arrived in sunny Taupo! Tom set time work with swings and rings for the kids. I started the wreaths...
We arrived in sunny Taupo! Tom set time work with swings and rings for the kids. I started the wreaths...
03 October 2020
Epic tree hideout! Just across from our house! Kids loved it. We even go a wine and beer outside with the mountain as a backdrop.
Epic tree hideout! Just across from our house! Kids loved it. We even go a wine and beer outside with the mountain as a backdrop.
03 October 2020
Waterfall walk with 17kg juni on my back...
Waterfall walk with 17kg juni on my back...
02 October 2020
Second bluebird day up at Turoa! Olive and Milla went up with G dog, Mama Lisa and Grandad, while iris and mummy had a go on the chairlift and pomer
Second bluebird day up at Turoa! Olive and Milla went up with G dog, Mama Lisa and Grandad, while iris and mummy had a go on the chairlift and pomer
01 October 2020
Needs to be noted it’s pretty awesome having grandparents still keen on skiing and being part of the ski support team. Thanks Nan & Grandad! Marshmallows!!!
Needs to be noted it’s pretty awesome having grandparents still keen on skiing and being part of the ski support team. Thanks Nan & Grandad! Marshmallows!!!
01 October 2020
Woke up at 5am and made the drive up to Ohakune, unpacked and missioned it up to Turoa ski field and skiing with the cousins and grandad!
Woke up at 5am and made the drive up to Ohakune, unpacked and missioned it up to Turoa ski field and skiing with the cousins and grandad!
29 September 2020
Holiday crafting, 3d casting with clay.
Holiday crafting, 3d casting with clay.
27 September 2020
Pickle jar for a metre long pizza for daddy’s birthday. Weather is crazy windy this weekend!
Pickle jar for a metre long pizza for daddy’s birthday. Weather is crazy windy this weekend!
26 September 2020
The floor is done! So pleased.
The floor is done! So pleased.
26 September 2020
New lights! And the pantry is getting new panels.
New lights! And the pantry is getting new panels.
26 September 2020
Our first xrace on Tom’s birthday! Oli a bit unsure but loved it after. Iris pumped for next year and so is juni. It may have to be a team effort! Lots of fun.
Our first xrace on Tom’s birthday! Oli a bit unsure but loved it after. Iris pumped for next year and so is juni. It may have to be a team effort! Lots of fun.
Olive: 8 years and 7 months
Iris: 6 years and 3 months
Juniper: 3 years and 3 months
23 September 2020
Flower arrangements with play doh and pj cereal day for last day of kpc!
Flower arrangements with play doh and pj cereal day for last day of kpc!
Juniper: 3 years and 3 months
16 September 2020
Cheeky kaka on a Polhill lunch run today.
Cheeky kaka on a Polhill lunch run today.
16 September 2020
Kpc painting everything today! Juni and maisie’s friendship has taken off
Kpc painting everything today! Juni and maisie’s friendship has taken off
Juniper: 3 years and 2 months
11 September 2020
Cousin fun
Cousin fun
Juniper: 3 years and 2 months
10 September 2020
The pull out beds get some paint and I suit up...
The pull out beds get some paint and I suit up...
09 September 2020
Kpc ball adventure at the park.
Kpc ball adventure at the park.
Juniper: 3 years and 2 months
05 September 2020
Dinner on the deck
Dinner on the deck
04 September 2020
Iris had a great full day skiing In happy valley. Got the hang of skiing! Juni didn’t want to be left behind and skied too! (With daddy)
Iris had a great full day skiing In happy valley. Got the hang of skiing! Juni didn’t want to be left behind and skied too! (With daddy)
Iris: 6 years and 2 months
Juniper: 3 years and 2 months
03 September 2020
Oli and Milla skied today. High winds so only Waka was open and we took the kids down... it took a long time but Oli did it! Rangateria chair was more fun for them though.
Oli and Milla skied today. High winds so only Waka was open and we took the kids down... it took a long time but Oli did it! Rangateria chair was more fun for them though.
Olive: 8 years and 6 months
03 September 2020
Excitement builds... iris walked around in ski boots all morning as prep work for tomorrow’s first ski. Just took Olive up the mountain today to get her going again.
Excitement builds... iris walked around in ski boots all morning as prep work for tomorrow’s first ski. Just took Olive up the mountain today to get her going again.
02 September 2020
Kpc: a bit cold and wet, but we could play outside and got into hammering and cleaning.
Kpc: a bit cold and wet, but we could play outside and got into hammering and cleaning.
Juniper: 3 years and 2 months
30 August 2020
Vinyl pattern turns into a floor drawing masterpiece!
Vinyl pattern turns into a floor drawing masterpiece!
30 August 2020
Buni bike practice while daddy was running 50km.
Buni bike practice while daddy was running 50km.
Juniper: 3 years and 2 months
23 August 2020
Party weekend! Iris went to 4 in one weekend. First zoom party too for cousin Ali. Attempted Swiss buttercream for Lisa’s cake.
Party weekend! Iris went to 4 in one weekend. First zoom party too for cousin Ali. Attempted Swiss buttercream for Lisa’s cake.
Iris: 6 years and 2 months
22 August 2020
Maraka walk and searching for a driftwood door handle, Iris’s bag was so heavy on the walk back... she decided next time not to collect so many rocks
Maraka walk and searching for a driftwood door handle, Iris’s bag was so heavy on the walk back... she decided next time not to collect so many rocks
21 August 2020
Big bed! Juni has the side off the cot for a few weeks now and all going well.
Big bed! Juni has the side off the cot for a few weeks now and all going well.
Juniper: 3 years and 2 months
19 August 2020
Kpc boats and bubble fun with a spot of flower picking for Kai.
Kpc boats and bubble fun with a spot of flower picking for Kai.
Juniper: 3 years and 2 months
18 August 2020
Treehouse gets an airing! With a new blackboard and ladder... afternoon tea by basket.
Treehouse gets an airing! With a new blackboard and ladder... afternoon tea by basket.
Juniper: 3 years and 2 months
12 August 2020
Kpc painting pine cones... which of course leads to house painting
Kpc painting pine cones... which of course leads to house painting
Juniper: 3 years and 1 month
11 August 2020
Lasted obsession: cake decorating
Lasted obsession: cake decorating
08 August 2020
Circus school open day. We checked it out.
Circus school open day. We checked it out.
07 August 2020
Merino top for olive
Merino top for olive
06 August 2020
Caravan interior redo continues...
Caravan interior redo continues...
05 August 2020
Pulley is up and running!
Pulley is up and running!
01 August 2020
Fairy lane, Karori park. Kids loves it and we had to go around twice!
Fairy lane, Karori park. Kids loves it and we had to go around twice!
31 July 2020
Short land park play followed with lunch with Jo, Dave & Ivy and a sneaky cake for their belated birthdays. An afternoon story with lachie which was lovely.
Short land park play followed with lunch with Jo, Dave & Ivy and a sneaky cake for their belated birthdays. An afternoon story with lachie which was lovely.
Juniper: 3 years and 1 month
31 July 2020
A late happy birthday get together for juni and ivy.
A late happy birthday get together for juni and ivy.
Juniper: 3 years and 1 month
29 July 2020
Making pizza at kpc.
Making pizza at kpc.
Juniper: 3 years and 1 month
20 July 2020
First day at Kindy
First day at Kindy
Juniper: 3 years and 1 month
18 July 2020
Macrame is a big hit with the kids as I start the caravan curtain...
Macrame is a big hit with the kids as I start the caravan curtain...
17 July 2020
A trip into town on last day of school holidays. Bonus visit to daddy’s work for a hot chocolate!
A trip into town on last day of school holidays. Bonus visit to daddy’s work for a hot chocolate!
Juniper: 3 years and 1 month
15 July 2020
Onslow friends catchup with 10 kids!
Onslow friends catchup with 10 kids!
13 July 2020
Cousin daycare in k town. Kids had fun in the sun.
Cousin daycare in k town. Kids had fun in the sun.
12 July 2020
Eclairs and a drive home
Eclairs and a drive home
10 July 2020
A bonus ohakune holiday with the first of the snow!
A bonus ohakune holiday with the first of the snow!
10 July 2020
The mountain with fresh snow
The mountain with fresh snow
09 July 2020
Paradise valley springs for our last day in Rotorua. Piglets were a highlight for the kids... beautiful walkways.
Paradise valley springs for our last day in Rotorua. Piglets were a highlight for the kids... beautiful walkways.
09 July 2020
We tried out kayaking on lake Rotoiti. Kids loved it and juni didn’t try and stand! First sunny day all week but very cold.
We tried out kayaking on lake Rotoiti. Kids loved it and juni didn’t try and stand! First sunny day all week but very cold.
08 July 2020
A 4.5km wall around lake Tikitapu(blue lake) in the rain. It was a lovely walk, best we come back in the summer and have a swim too.
A 4.5km wall around lake Tikitapu(blue lake) in the rain. It was a lovely walk, best we come back in the summer and have a swim too.
06 July 2020
Okere falls walk, nice small walk for little legs and great coffee at the store after...
Okere falls walk, nice small walk for little legs and great coffee at the store after...
02 July 2020
Iris’s birthday coat finished! Bae the button holes...
Iris’s birthday coat finished! Bae the button holes...
27 June 2020
It has only taken 2 years to get the door up!
It has only taken 2 years to get the door up!
27 June 2020
Fun with new piping tips...
Fun with new piping tips...
25 June 2020
First Kindy day (mummy stayed) loved hanging with Mazie and ran around trying everything. Even enjoyed mat time.
First Kindy day (mummy stayed) loved hanging with Mazie and ran around trying everything. Even enjoyed mat time.
Juniper: 3 years
24 June 2020
Kindy visit, and iris is still on the wall!
Kindy visit, and iris is still on the wall!
Iris: 6 years
Juniper: 3 years
24 June 2020
Iris has been struggling with going to school this week so she join us at playcentre. Juni lives having her there.
Iris has been struggling with going to school this week so she join us at playcentre. Juni lives having her there.
Iris: 6 years
Juniper: 3 years
23 June 2020
Cross country race!
Cross country race!
Olive: 8 years and 4 months
20 June 2020
Iris’s sixth disco party
Iris’s sixth disco party
Iris: 6 years
17 June 2020
Happy birthday buni! It’s the first birthday she has really understood what it is. Loved her dolls, thoughtful creations from the sisters and sushi train for lunch in town with daddy.
Happy birthday buni! It’s the first birthday she has really understood what it is. Loved her dolls, thoughtful creations from the sisters and sushi train for lunch in town with daddy.
Juniper: 3 years
16 June 2020
It just keeps raining so we baked muffins and delivered them to daddy downstairs
It just keeps raining so we baked muffins and delivered them to daddy downstairs
Juniper: 2 years and 11 months
14 June 2020
White painting, tile choosing and we now have 2 double beds!
White painting, tile choosing and we now have 2 double beds!
05 June 2020
Lovely day long play date with cuzzie Archie and Ivy. They all played so well together.
Lovely day long play date with cuzzie Archie and Ivy. They all played so well together.
Juniper: 2 years and 11 months
03 June 2020
Twinning
Twinning
Iris: 5 years and 11 months
31 May 2020
Work has begun on Rocket or basil or minty?...
Work has begun on Rocket or basil or minty?...
30 May 2020
Lovely catching up with Ant, Lana & Nige
Lovely catching up with Ant, Lana & Nige
24 May 2020
Oli’s isolation succulent garden is ready to be planted! Into her drift wood find which she call a pig trough...
Oli’s isolation succulent garden is ready to be planted! Into her drift wood find which she call a pig trough...
Olive: 8 years and 3 months
23 May 2020
Five sardines in a canovan... the second double works!
Five sardines in a canovan... the second double works!
23 May 2020
Mad cats of K town...
Mad cats of K town...
19 May 2020
Back to school...
Back to school...
Olive: 8 years and 3 months
Iris: 5 years and 10 months
Juniper: 2 years and 11 months
18 May 2020
Even the shopkins have to lineup 2 meters apart...
Even the shopkins have to lineup 2 meters apart...
Juniper: 2 years and 11 months
14 May 2020
Not more Lockdown day forty nine! Girls started an epic game, lasted all day very intense. Jun bug helped make lavosh.
Not more Lockdown day forty nine! Girls started an epic game, lasted all day very intense. Jun bug helped make lavosh.
13 May 2020
Lockdown day forty eight: misty morning with a fabulous web!
Lockdown day forty eight: misty morning with a fabulous web!
12 May 2020
Lockdown day forty seven: Scorching bay autumn beach fun, rock pools and milk shakes with the cuzzies.
Lockdown day forty seven: Scorching bay autumn beach fun, rock pools and milk shakes with the cuzzies.
12 May 2020
Lockdown day forty six: treehouse painting! And play.
Lockdown day forty six: treehouse painting! And play.
10 May 2020
Lockdown day forty five: Mother’s Day, my driftwood gate of dreams! Only taken a few years to get it made! A yummy bacon muffin for brunch and dinner with the Turners.
Lockdown day forty five: Mother’s Day, my driftwood gate of dreams! Only taken a few years to get it made! A yummy bacon muffin for brunch and dinner with the Turners.
09 May 2020
Lockdown day forty four: Makara beach. So warm and lovely to have a wander. Got some more driftwood for the gate!
Lockdown day forty four: Makara beach. So warm and lovely to have a wander. Got some more driftwood for the gate!
08 May 2020
Lockdown day forty three: we mopped the floor! Who knew kids loved it. Met the cuzzies for a kick around and scoot.
Lockdown day forty three: we mopped the floor! Who knew kids loved it. Met the cuzzies for a kick around and scoot.
07 May 2020
Lockdown day forty two: rolling fun and biking around the park. Lots of family play and juni is in love with princesses. Watched the classic Disney movies. Trying to do an hour of school work a day.
Lockdown day forty two: rolling fun and biking around the park. Lots of family play and juni is in love with princesses. Watched the classic Disney movies. Trying to do an hour of school work a day.
06 May 2020
Lockdown day thirty eight: Finished Oli’s ombrè tunic! Very pleased!
Lockdown day thirty eight: Finished Oli’s ombrè tunic! Very pleased!
06 May 2020
Lockdown day forty one: yay more sunshine! We had a few visits from kakas! So special. Got out for a bike ride. It’s definitely Autumn!
Lockdown day forty one: yay more sunshine! We had a few visits from kakas! So special. Got out for a bike ride. It’s definitely Autumn!
05 May 2020
Lockdown day thirty nine: Iris did senses, so we had blind tastings! Juni can draw people!
Lockdown day thirty nine: Iris did senses, so we had blind tastings! Juni can draw people!
02 May 2020
Lockdown day thirty seven: we went for a windy wander through Karori cemetery. It’s huge! Why has it taken this long to explore our suburb? Quiz zoom night with the Hutt crew, we were Covid Corpse Collectors.
Lockdown day thirty seven: we went for a windy wander through Karori cemetery. It’s huge! Why has it taken this long to explore our suburb? Quiz zoom night with the Hutt crew, we were Covid Corpse Collectors.
01 May 2020
Lockdown day thirty six: double bubble! Home made pasta for all! Feels a bit more normal now we can see others...
Lockdown day thirty six: double bubble! Home made pasta for all! Feels a bit more normal now we can see others...
30 April 2020
Lockdown day thirty five: joined bubbles with the Turners! Kids had a lovely play.
Lockdown day thirty five: joined bubbles with the Turners! Kids had a lovely play.
29 April 2020
Lockdown thirty four: made a cake and joined bubbles with nan and grandad. Enjoyed having lunch at their place.
Lockdown thirty four: made a cake and joined bubbles with nan and grandad. Enjoyed having lunch at their place.
28 April 2020
Lockdown day thirty three: stop motion is awesome! The girls spent hours doing it! They quickly got how it all works, just needed help with storylines.
Lockdown day thirty three: stop motion is awesome! The girls spent hours doing it! They quickly got how it all works, just needed help with storylines.
27 April 2020
Lockdown day thirty two: caravan breakfast! Bought to us by juni and daddy.
Lockdown day thirty two: caravan breakfast! Bought to us by juni and daddy.
26 April 2020
Lockdown day thirty one: rainbow hair complete. Started our painted planets and had a sleepover in the caravan... got a bit awkward when juni asked where her cot was... need to improve the bed shortage! Loved playing shadow puppets before bed.
Lockdown day thirty one: rainbow hair complete. Started our painted planets and had a sleepover in the caravan... got a bit awkward when juni asked where her cot was... need to improve the bed shortage! Loved playing shadow puppets before bed.
25 April 2020
Lockdown day thirty! A month? Juni bakes Anzac cookies with puppets, family walk up the koru mountain bike track and fresh pasta was delish! Why don’t we usually do all these things?
Lockdown day thirty! A month? Juni bakes Anzac cookies with puppets, family walk up the koru mountain bike track and fresh pasta was delish! Why don’t we usually do all these things?
24 April 2020
Lockdown day twenty nine: not sure where today went... my seat was taken...
Lockdown day twenty nine: not sure where today went... my seat was taken...
23 April 2020
Lockdown day twenty eight: a lovely walk with the big girls on Wrights hill and came home to a surprise cake and knitted top for Juni and bula. Thanks Nan!
Lockdown day twenty eight: a lovely walk with the big girls on Wrights hill and came home to a surprise cake and knitted top for Juni and bula. Thanks Nan!
22 April 2020
Lockdown day twenty seven: a morning of muffins, Maths and making orange soda!
Lockdown day twenty seven: a morning of muffins, Maths and making orange soda!
21 April 2020
Lockdown day twenty six: another lovely walk up wrights hill, olive had a zoom meeting with 30 kids from her class. Iris got her school books!
Lockdown day twenty six: another lovely walk up wrights hill, olive had a zoom meeting with 30 kids from her class. Iris got her school books!
19 April 2020
Donut day! Girls all helped to get to our wonderful donuts!
Donut day! Girls all helped to get to our wonderful donuts!
18 April 2020
Lockdown day twenty four: Tom places dog poo bucket and tidied under carport with iris. Pizza and family movie night.
Lockdown day twenty four: Tom places dog poo bucket and tidied under carport with iris. Pizza and family movie night.
17 April 2020
Lockdown day twenty three: Olive woke wanting to make a recycled castle for juni and her frozen characters. Afternoon walk up wrights hill and out at Woodhouse rd. Disco night which ended in emotional teary children...
Lockdown day twenty three: Olive woke wanting to make a recycled castle for juni and her frozen characters. Afternoon walk up wrights hill and out at Woodhouse rd. Disco night which ended in emotional teary children...
16 April 2020
Lockdown day twenty two: Kids did some baking, covid19 time capsule, bula got a bath and play doh animal kingdoms again.
Lockdown day twenty two: Kids did some baking, covid19 time capsule, bula got a bath and play doh animal kingdoms again.
15 April 2020
Lockdown day twenty one: college self portraits
Lockdown day twenty one: college self portraits
14 April 2020
Magazine strip Animals
Magazine strip Animals
14 April 2020
Lockdown day twenty: they found me! My readers...
Lockdown day twenty: they found me! My readers...
13 April 2020
Lockdown day nineteen: we made a family movie starring the girls and later made marshmallows and we toasted them outside in our onesies.
Lockdown day nineteen: we made a family movie starring the girls and later made marshmallows and we toasted them outside in our onesies.
12 April 2020
Lockdown day eighteen: Easter egg hunt!
Lockdown day eighteen: Easter egg hunt!
11 April 2020
Lockdown day seventeen: Tom makes outdoor obstacle course, cleaning more retaining timber.
Lockdown day seventeen: Tom makes outdoor obstacle course, cleaning more retaining timber.
10 April 2020
Lockdown day sixteen: Good Friday with a mini skyline walk, followed by hot crossed buns. Concreting steps and experimenting with shells.
Lockdown day sixteen: Good Friday with a mini skyline walk, followed by hot crossed buns. Concreting steps and experimenting with shells.
09 April 2020
Lockdown day fifteen: Sewing fabric pants for all the bunnies... drawing pattern, choosing fabric, sewing and then playing with the box of fabric...
Lockdown day fifteen: Sewing fabric pants for all the bunnies... drawing pattern, choosing fabric, sewing and then playing with the box of fabric...
08 April 2020
Lockdown day fourteen: making string eggs for Easter hunt. Lots of letter writing to friends, scootering around the busy park and a visit from a kereru.
Lockdown day fourteen: making string eggs for Easter hunt. Lots of letter writing to friends, scootering around the busy park and a visit from a kereru.
06 April 2020
Lockdown day twelve: blowing eggs and making chive eggheads and playing with mats outside
Lockdown day twelve: blowing eggs and making chive eggheads and playing with mats outside
05 April 2020
Lockdown day eleven: diy central. Concreting steps and weeding everywhere! Disco and apple strudel to finish.
Lockdown day eleven: diy central. Concreting steps and weeding everywhere! Disco and apple strudel to finish.
04 April 2020
Lockdown day ten: Johnson hill walk to the view. We live in a great place to be isolated...
Lockdown day ten: Johnson hill walk to the view. We live in a great place to be isolated...
03 April 2020
Lockdown day nine: trains and puzzles. Still happily playing
Lockdown day nine: trains and puzzles. Still happily playing
01 April 2020
Lockdown day seven: family games, duplo creations, sewed some of Oli’s puppet and stick fighting.
Lockdown day seven: family games, duplo creations, sewed some of Oli’s puppet and stick fighting.
31 March 2020
Lockdown day six: girls played mums & dads all morning, Oli read until 10.30! Played four square for PE and biking out the front. Painted some more of the deck while they all painted with water. Which led to face painting. Oli started her sock puppets.
Lockdown day six: girls played mums & dads all morning, Oli read until 10.30! Played four square for PE and biking out the front. Painted some more of the deck while they all painted with water. Which led to face painting. Oli started her sock puppets.
30 March 2020
Lockdown day five: morning walk (Gini) & run (Tom) collected more succulents for Oli’s garden, moves our ideas chalk list to our window kanban board (thanks Lauren) played zoom Pictionary, mummy cut the hedges and started pebbling around cherry tree, finished with beading and playing outside. No rain!
Lockdown day five: morning walk (Gini) & run (Tom) collected more succulents for Oli’s garden, moves our ideas chalk list to our window kanban board (thanks Lauren) played zoom Pictionary, mummy cut the hedges and started pebbling around cherry tree, finished with beading and playing outside. No rain!
29 March 2020
Lockdown day four: finished the puzzle! Started a mega one only to give up! Gave iris a haircut and plaits today keep, started knitting Oli’s ombré tunic.
Lockdown day four: finished the puzzle! Started a mega one only to give up! Gave iris a haircut and plaits today keep, started knitting Oli’s ombré tunic.
28 March 2020
Lockdown day three: winding wool!, making Greek yoghurt and cinnamon scrolls which were delish! And starting a 300piece puzzle. It rained and it rained...
Lockdown day three: winding wool!, making Greek yoghurt and cinnamon scrolls which were delish! And starting a 300piece puzzle. It rained and it rained...
27 March 2020
Lockdown day two: maths with m&ms, fresh bread morning tea in tent, coffee delivery!, seed planting
Lockdown day two: maths with m&ms, fresh bread morning tea in tent, coffee delivery!, seed planting
26 March 2020
Lockdown day one: Wrights hill walk, yoghurt making, PE exercise, paper houses and fort making.
Lockdown day one: Wrights hill walk, yoghurt making, PE exercise, paper houses and fort making.
16 March 2020
Juni got into the low obstacle course today with pippa and Edith
Juni got into the low obstacle course today with pippa and Edith
Juniper: 2 years and 8 months
15 March 2020
Oli’s party! Tea party. String game and flour cake were a hit. Glad the mirror glaze worked. Oli had a fab morning. My big 8 year old.
Oli’s party! Tea party. String game and flour cake were a hit. Glad the mirror glaze worked. Oli had a fab morning. My big 8 year old.
Olive: 8 years and 1 month
14 March 2020
Enjoyed decorating birthday Oli’s teapot with her.
Enjoyed decorating birthday Oli’s teapot with her.
Olive: 8 years
06 March 2020
Play date with Ivy & Jo. Juni kept saying after ‘we go camping with ivy’
Play date with Ivy & Jo. Juni kept saying after ‘we go camping with ivy’
Juniper: 2 years and 8 months
01 March 2020
Staglands!
Staglands!
24 February 2020
Loves hanging off the monkey bars... got into the planting and watering...
Loves hanging off the monkey bars... got into the planting and watering...
19 February 2020
Cool
Cool
Olive: 8 years
Juniper: 2 years and 8 months
19 February 2020
Kpc painting fun, splash painting
Kpc painting fun, splash painting
Juniper: 2 years and 8 months
15 February 2020
Oli’s birthday! Pancakes for brunch followed by dumplings and street food for dinner on the waterfront for the lantern’s festival. shared with the NZ cousins and even second cousin Elsie from the UK!
Oli’s birthday! Pancakes for brunch followed by dumplings and street food for dinner on the waterfront for the lantern’s festival. shared with the NZ cousins and even second cousin Elsie from the UK!
Olive: 8 years
07 February 2020
My near eight year old. Over the summer you have turned a corner, you are a delight. Curious, thoughtful and full of creative ideas, can’t wait to see more!
My near eight year old. Over the summer you have turned a corner, you are a delight. Curious, thoughtful and full of creative ideas, can’t wait to see more!
Olive: 7 years and 11 months
06 February 2020
While we had a night at battlehill in the caravan... the kids had a sleepover followed by blueberry picking! Apparently juni ate more than she picked... they were delish!
While we had a night at battlehill in the caravan... the kids had a sleepover followed by blueberry picking! Apparently juni ate more than she picked... they were delish!
06 February 2020
A night in rocket at battlehill followed by the escarpment walk. Felt like we were in Smurfy ll. Got the coffee down pat too. Lots of great walks in the area for the kids... we will return.
A night in rocket at battlehill followed by the escarpment walk. Felt like we were in Smurfy ll. Got the coffee down pat too. Lots of great walks in the area for the kids... we will return.
02 February 2020
We had the grandparents visit for dinner and marshmallows on the river bed. Kids loved cooking them.
We had the grandparents visit for dinner and marshmallows on the river bed. Kids loved cooking them.
02 February 2020
Second night was super windy. I ended up in the caravan with the kids, Tom and Lyon looked after the awning. A lovely 2 night escape and Basil’s debut outing!
Second night was super windy. I ended up in the caravan with the kids, Tom and Lyon looked after the awning. A lovely 2 night escape and Basil’s debut outing!
01 February 2020
While the kids ate dinner we set up camp in Kaitoke with the Turners and Atkins
While the kids ate dinner we set up camp in Kaitoke with the Turners and Atkins
30 January 2020
The mega game of the summer continues...
The mega game of the summer continues...
29 January 2020
Holiday sleepover! 4 girls! They played so wonderfully.
Holiday sleepover! 4 girls! They played so wonderfully.
26 January 2020
Kids playing well this summer
Kids playing well this summer
23 January 2020
Summer moments
Summer moments
20 January 2020
First hot day of summer! A lovely morning at the beach.
First hot day of summer! A lovely morning at the beach.
18 January 2020
More guinea cuddles...
More guinea cuddles...
17 January 2020
Holiday craft: marbling eggs
Holiday craft: marbling eggs
16 January 2020
Guinea pig sitting, they are all thrilled to bits to be looking after these little cuties! Snow and Meme.
Guinea pig sitting, they are all thrilled to bits to be looking after these little cuties! Snow and Meme.
16 January 2020
Holiday craft begins... driftwood gate art!
Holiday craft begins... driftwood gate art!
10 January 2020
Splash planet was a hit with Olive spending most of the day on the hydro slides. Iris also went down a couple of times. Train and the jeeps were fun for all.
Splash planet was a hit with Olive spending most of the day on the hydro slides. Iris also went down a couple of times. Train and the jeeps were fun for all.
09 January 2020
The annual camping expedition. This year we ventured to Napier’s Kennedy Park. The kids had a ball, we managed to relax and made sure we ventured out to see something each day. Olive and Iris were loving being on dishes duty!
The annual camping expedition. This year we ventured to Napier’s Kennedy Park. The kids had a ball, we managed to relax and made sure we ventured out to see something each day. Olive and Iris were loving being on dishes duty!
09 January 2020
The camping kids have grown in numbers. Missing Iris (hiding behind a tree) and Eddie (sleeping).
The camping kids have grown in numbers. Missing Iris (hiding behind a tree) and Eddie (sleeping).
09 January 2020
Juni went to bed really well during camping, usually coming into our bed around 5am. One morning after a night of rain and the sun was shining Juni said ‘look Mummy, shining stars! No no no! Its not stars, it’s just water on the tent!’ They were glorious to look at.
Juni went to bed really well during camping, usually coming into our bed around 5am. One morning after a night of rain and the sun was shining Juni said ‘look Mummy, shining stars! No no no! Its not stars, it’s just water on the tent!’ They were glorious to look at.
Juniper: 2 years and 6 months
08 January 2020
We did a day trip to Waimarama beach. Icy wind meant not a lot of swimming happened but the kids had fun splashing about.
We did a day trip to Waimarama beach. Icy wind meant not a lot of swimming happened but the kids had fun splashing about.
06 January 2020
Bird rescue sisters, Olive found some baby birds who had fallen out of their nest after a windy night, we left one pair and watched from a distance as the mama bird was still feeding them, the other pair we took to the SPCA. I was so proud of our caring girls. It turns out they were wax eye birds.
Bird rescue sisters, Olive found some baby birds who had fallen out of their nest after a windy night, we left one pair and watched from a distance as the mama bird was still feeding them, the other pair we took to the SPCA. I was so proud of our caring girls. It turns out they were wax eye birds.
30 December 2019
Tramp fun
Tramp fun
28 December 2019
Enjoying the sun in Taupo
Enjoying the sun in Taupo
25 December 2019
Christmas Day walk with the kids new bags.
Christmas Day walk with the kids new bags.
25 December 2019
Christmas 2019! Olive for 2 potatoes, Iris 1 and juni 1 from Santa along with lots of lovely little gifts.
Christmas 2019! Olive for 2 potatoes, Iris 1 and juni 1 from Santa along with lots of lovely little gifts.
23 December 2019
Chalk friends
Chalk friends
22 December 2019
First time Mountain biking on the koru track and it was fun!
First time Mountain biking on the koru track and it was fun!
20 December 2019
Happy last day of school. Which consisted of gingerbread cookie eating, sunny playground fun and then Hail!
Happy last day of school. Which consisted of gingerbread cookie eating, sunny playground fun and then Hail!
19 December 2019
We made gingerbread men for the girls school friends, I was impressed with olive’s dedication for plastic free and juni’s ability to decorate and then eat it all off again. Bombe Alaska was achieved for our Christmas dinner with Nan & Grandad.
We made gingerbread men for the girls school friends, I was impressed with olive’s dedication for plastic free and juni’s ability to decorate and then eat it all off again. Bombe Alaska was achieved for our Christmas dinner with Nan & Grandad.
17 December 2019
Swim school safety. Both girls are doing well at swimming, Iris moves up to seahorse
Swim school safety. Both girls are doing well at swimming, Iris moves up to seahorse
14 December 2019
Oli’s garden cafe, all day she played cafe while we tidied the garden.
Oli’s garden cafe, all day she played cafe while we tidied the garden.
Olive: 7 years and 9 months
05 December 2019
Well my birthday was an eventful one! Tom & I with Lyon set off on a skyline walk after distributing our kids elsewhere. It was super windy and misty, Lyon and I nearly got trampled by a charging cow and then Lyon behaving like a younger dog jumped and hurt his ankle... so Tom ran back for the car and wheelbarrow and we met him at Crofton Downs track. We still managed lunch and bubbles before pickup and dinner out at the pub. Life is never dull! Lyon has no broken bones!
Well my birthday was an eventful one! Tom & I with Lyon set off on a skyline walk after distributing our kids elsewhere. It was super windy and misty, Lyon and I nearly got trampled by a charging cow and then Lyon behaving like a younger dog jumped and hurt his ankle... so Tom ran back for the car and wheelbarrow and we met him at Crofton Downs track. We still managed lunch and bubbles before pickup and dinner out at the pub. Life is never dull! Lyon has no broken bones!
Lyon: 8 years and 7 months
02 December 2019
Kpc: pine cone glitter decorations, tyre swing and ‘hangi’ baked Kumara
Kpc: pine cone glitter decorations, tyre swing and ‘hangi’ baked Kumara
Juniper: 2 years and 5 months
25 November 2019
Kpc: bike day. Baby paint & wash and loved the tyre swing.
Kpc: bike day. Baby paint & wash and loved the tyre swing.
Juniper: 2 years and 5 months
23 November 2019
Sprinkler is out - must be summer time!
Sprinkler is out - must be summer time!
20 November 2019
Kpc: play doh tea party outside, teapots led to water play
Kpc: play doh tea party outside, teapots led to water play
Juniper: 2 years and 5 months
18 November 2019
Kpc: Iris came to Monday session and the two had a lot of fun with bikes, feeding babies, dress ups and snails.
Kpc: Iris came to Monday session and the two had a lot of fun with bikes, feeding babies, dress ups and snails.
Iris: 5 years and 4 months
Juniper: 2 years and 5 months
16 November 2019
Must be library day - I’m in my library gears!
Must be library day - I’m in my library gears!
Juniper: 2 years and 4 months
13 November 2019
KPC: gloop fun, followed by a tea party with babies invited and finished with the lovely Lycra and singing.
KPC: gloop fun, followed by a tea party with babies invited and finished with the lovely Lycra and singing.
Juniper: 2 years and 4 months
11 November 2019
KPC: we had some lovely music on session today which juni joined in by playing her musical food.
KPC: we had some lovely music on session today which juni joined in by playing her musical food.
Juniper: 2 years and 4 months
07 November 2019
Cousin fun in Hawke’s Bay
Cousin fun in Hawke’s Bay
07 November 2019
Cooking pizza on holiday - got to build ourselves one of these!
Cooking pizza on holiday - got to build ourselves one of these!
24 October 2019
In between work we managed a spot of swimming and the park with Juni’s favourite dude.
In between work we managed a spot of swimming and the park with Juni’s favourite dude.
Juniper: 2 years and 4 months
23 October 2019
I’m sick of the ‘bum book’ but juni is not... every night... she is finishing the sentences, that is still cute.
I’m sick of the ‘bum book’ but juni is not... every night... she is finishing the sentences, that is still cute.
Juniper: 2 years and 4 months
23 October 2019
Kpc: dressups, playing shops in the freezing weather and rolling play doh! Great fine motor skill Miss Buni!
Kpc: dressups, playing shops in the freezing weather and rolling play doh! Great fine motor skill Miss Buni!
Juniper: 2 years and 4 months
21 October 2019
Kpc: juni got into the paint and loved it. Mystery box with music was a hit too.
Kpc: juni got into the paint and loved it. Mystery box with music was a hit too.
Juniper: 2 years and 4 months
20 October 2019
Woke up half way through sleep with a nug nug. Then fell back to sleep on me. It was nice to have a snuggle. Look at those fishie lips!
Woke up half way through sleep with a nug nug. Then fell back to sleep on me. It was nice to have a snuggle. Look at those fishie lips!
Juniper: 2 years and 4 months
17 October 2019
While daddy has been recovering, reading in bed with us has become a routine,...
While daddy has been recovering, reading in bed with us has become a routine,...
15 October 2019
Juni walks a lot these days
Juni walks a lot these days
Juniper: 2 years and 3 months
12 October 2019
Crocodile biking along oriental parade finished with the most indulgent milkshakes ever!
Crocodile biking along oriental parade finished with the most indulgent milkshakes ever!
07 October 2019
School holidays: te papa trip
School holidays: te papa trip
22 September 2019
Chip Friday with the boys
Chip Friday with the boys
22 September 2019
We took the cousins on a walk up and over followed by brunch.
We took the cousins on a walk up and over followed by brunch.
16 September 2019
Artsplash on Monday night for Olive! I remember doing it and it’s been running over 30 years now! It was very cool and issues enjoyed being in town at night.
Artsplash on Monday night for Olive! I remember doing it and it’s been running over 30 years now! It was very cool and issues enjoyed being in town at night.
Olive: 7 years and 7 months
13 September 2019
Juni was very stubborn about scootering this morning... she made it all the way to school with a tree stop on the way home too.
Juni was very stubborn about scootering this morning... she made it all the way to school with a tree stop on the way home too.
Juniper: 2 years and 2 months
06 September 2019
Day 7: The last day in Queenstown on the Luge. Olive managed it on her own, juni squealed with delight and iris said Daddy went faster! It was freezing but fun!
Day 7: The last day in Queenstown on the Luge. Olive managed it on her own, juni squealed with delight and iris said Daddy went faster! It was freezing but fun!
05 September 2019
Day 6: puzzling world maze followed by a grueling 2 hour walk up Roy’s peak. Amazing views.
Day 6: puzzling world maze followed by a grueling 2 hour walk up Roy’s peak. Amazing views.
04 September 2019
Day 5: Burgers and a whole lot of chips for dinner by the lake.
Day 5: Burgers and a whole lot of chips for dinner by the lake.
04 September 2019
Roy’s Peak climb with G-dog. Incredible views well worth the 7k uphill slog.
Roy’s Peak climb with G-dog. Incredible views well worth the 7k uphill slog.
04 September 2019
Day 4: Morning family walk up Mt Iron, followed by delicious scones
Day 4: Morning family walk up Mt Iron, followed by delicious scones
03 September 2019
Day 4: with five kids we checked out the snow farm for snow fun for the littlies and tubing for all. Lots of fun. Olive enjoyed another day of skiiing with Ali and daddy.
Day 4: with five kids we checked out the snow farm for snow fun for the littlies and tubing for all. Lots of fun. Olive enjoyed another day of skiiing with Ali and daddy.
02 September 2019
Day 3: Treble cone with my brothers. Stunning views, cheeky keas and great skiing company.
Day 3: Treble cone with my brothers. Stunning views, cheeky keas and great skiing company.
01 September 2019
Wanaka Day 2: lavender farm, feeding the animals and madly running around while the four big kids ski.
Wanaka Day 2: lavender farm, feeding the animals and madly running around while the four big kids ski.
01 September 2019
Cardrona full day ski lesson with the cuzzies with the lovely Ben. Oli and I skied down from the chairlift twice at the end of the day. Amazing! Oli loved it!
Cardrona full day ski lesson with the cuzzies with the lovely Ben. Oli and I skied down from the chairlift twice at the end of the day. Amazing! Oli loved it!
Olive: 7 years and 6 months
23 August 2019
We are off to zealandia for a brownies sleepover!!! Hope we see some kiwi!
We are off to zealandia for a brownies sleepover!!! Hope we see some kiwi!
Olive: 7 years and 6 months
20 August 2019
Kpc weds: some wet bubble action followed by baby play and mystery box.
Kpc weds: some wet bubble action followed by baby play and mystery box.
Juniper: 2 years and 2 months
19 August 2019
Kpc: juni is loving playcentre at the moment. Keen to give anything a go!
Kpc: juni is loving playcentre at the moment. Keen to give anything a go!
Juniper: 2 years and 2 months
19 August 2019
Kpc: juni is loving playcentre, even messy play, continues to get physical any chance she gets. Loved Lycra music too
Kpc: juni is loving playcentre, even messy play, continues to get physical any chance she gets. Loved Lycra music too
Juniper: 2 years and 2 months
17 August 2019
Carrot park action followed by cousin action...
Carrot park action followed by cousin action...
16 August 2019
The great ski begins... first lesson for Iris and Olive! Mills’s second and Juni the lobster and Archie has snow action
The great ski begins... first lesson for Iris and Olive! Mills’s second and Juni the lobster and Archie has snow action
16 August 2019
First skiing lesson for Olive and Iris! Milla’s second! Juni and Archie got some snow action.
First skiing lesson for Olive and Iris! Milla’s second! Juni and Archie got some snow action.
09 August 2019
Juni is a hoot.
Juni is a hoot.
Juniper: 2 years and 1 month
28 July 2019
After lots of saving, Olive finally had enough to buy her doll a horse! She was very proud to hand over her purse full of coins (including some US and AU coins that were given in change).
After lots of saving, Olive finally had enough to buy her doll a horse! She was very proud to hand over her purse full of coins (including some US and AU coins that were given in change).
Olive: 7 years and 5 months
13 July 2019
Olive got to go on the Hogwarts steam train adventure with her mate Anthony.
Olive got to go on the Hogwarts steam train adventure with her mate Anthony.
Olive: 7 years and 4 months
13 July 2019
WUU2k 2! Second time running the amazing WUU2k 62k Wellington Urban Ultra. Another fantastic day in the hills surrounding Wellington, on a good day. This year I beat my previous time by over 30 minutes and came 8th overall in 6hrs 44mins.
WUU2k 2! Second time running the amazing WUU2k 62k Wellington Urban Ultra. Another fantastic day in the hills surrounding Wellington, on a good day. This year I beat my previous time by over 30 minutes and came 8th overall in 6hrs 44mins.
12 July 2019
Weekly dinner at Nandads.
Weekly dinner at Nandads.
09 July 2019
School holidays: cousins morning
School holidays: cousins morning
08 July 2019
School holiday sleepovers, Iris went to Milla & Archie’s for her first sleepover and Violet came to ours. Juni got to join in too.
School holiday sleepovers, Iris went to Milla & Archie’s for her first sleepover and Violet came to ours. Juni got to join in too.
Olive: 7 years and 4 months
Iris: 5 years
08 July 2019
Dress up morning... school holidays
Dress up morning... school holidays
Iris: 5 years
Juniper: 2 years
07 July 2019
Andy’s murder mystery 40th 1920s gangster party was a hoot.
Andy’s murder mystery 40th 1920s gangster party was a hoot.
05 July 2019
We celebrated Iris & Scarlett’s maanaki at playcentre this afternoon. It wa such a different farewell to kindy. More about Whanau and adults getting a chance to speak. It was lovely to see lots of old faces and the past playcentre kids. It really is a small village. Olive and freya welcomed them to their schools with a chocolate necklace and Connie and Tessa farewelled them with a book each. We sung some songs chosen by the girls in te reo and then enjoyed Kai and play.
We celebrated Iris & Scarlett’s maanaki at playcentre this afternoon. It wa such a different farewell to kindy. More about Whanau and adults getting a chance to speak. It was lovely to see lots of old faces and the past playcentre kids. It really is a small village. Olive and freya welcomed them to their schools with a chocolate necklace and Connie and Tessa farewelled them with a book each. We sung some songs chosen by the girls in te reo and then enjoyed Kai and play.
Olive: 7 years and 4 months
Iris: 5 years
Juniper: 2 years
03 July 2019
Iris did an animal picture for the school science fair and Olive & friends did a save an endangered NZ bird poster.
Iris did an animal picture for the school science fair and Olive & friends did a save an endangered NZ bird poster.
Olive: 7 years and 4 months
28 June 2019
Iris’s last Kindy disco until probably next year when Juni starts! Juni danced the most, Olive enjoyed playing outside and Iris was missing in action with her friend Olive.
Iris’s last Kindy disco until probably next year when Juni starts! Juni danced the most, Olive enjoyed playing outside and Iris was missing in action with her friend Olive.
Olive: 7 years and 4 months
Iris: 5 years
Juniper: 2 years
27 June 2019
Play date with Ivy, our two big two years! The Green cafe was great for kids!
Play date with Ivy, our two big two years! The Green cafe was great for kids!
Juniper: 2 years
27 June 2019
A bit mischievous this morning... very keen on walking everywhere and sometimes backwards. Very slowwwewwww
A bit mischievous this morning... very keen on walking everywhere and sometimes backwards. Very slowwwewwww
Juniper: 2 years
20 June 2019
Juni helped with her cake by eating peanut butter off a whisk. We celebrated iris & juni’s birthdays with a family fish and chip night. Our house is getting smaller and smaller🤔
Juni helped with her cake by eating peanut butter off a whisk. We celebrated iris & juni’s birthdays with a family fish and chip night. Our house is getting smaller and smaller🤔
Olive: 7 years and 4 months
Iris: 5 years
Juniper: 2 years
20 June 2019
Iris’s happy last day at Kindy. What a lovely time she has had at Kindy. Made some lovely friendships. End of an era. Juni enjoyed being part of the farewell too.
Iris’s happy last day at Kindy. What a lovely time she has had at Kindy. Made some lovely friendships. End of an era. Juni enjoyed being part of the farewell too.
Iris: 5 years
19 June 2019
Fish & Chips after Archie’s birthday party fun. Jackie got a few winks from Juni under the table. Lovely to see cousin Zavin and wife Jackie in NZ. So lucky to have our cousins here to grow up with.
Fish & Chips after Archie’s birthday party fun. Jackie got a few winks from Juni under the table. Lovely to see cousin Zavin and wife Jackie in NZ. So lucky to have our cousins here to grow up with.
17 June 2019
Happy birthday buni! My big 2 year old! A lovely playcentre morning followed by afternoon tea party at Nandads. The girls helped put together her playmobil boat and then proceeded to try and take play control of her present.... but she stood her ground.
Happy birthday buni! My big 2 year old! A lovely playcentre morning followed by afternoon tea party at Nandads. The girls helped put together her playmobil boat and then proceeded to try and take play control of her present.... but she stood her ground.
Juniper: 2 years
17 June 2019
Iris’s happy last kpc day today. Marbling, face painting, candle decorating, volcanoes in the sandpit and finished with piklets. We went out with a bang! I will treasure my time and play with iris at playcentre, what a unique and special experience we have had. She has formed a lovely friendship with Scarlett who will be missed at school.
Iris’s happy last kpc day today. Marbling, face painting, candle decorating, volcanoes in the sandpit and finished with piklets. We went out with a bang! I will treasure my time and play with iris at playcentre, what a unique and special experience we have had. She has formed a lovely friendship with Scarlett who will be missed at school.
Iris: 4 years and 11 months
14 June 2019
First ice cream, stunning winters day after school at the park.
First ice cream, stunning winters day after school at the park.
Juniper: 1 year, 11 months and 28 days
14 June 2019
Our last Tamariki Nui KPC session. Iris chose the cable car and botanical gardens. Such fun! But she loved the old cable car the most. Sad it has come to an end but what a lovely & special experience we have had going out and exploring our great city with unique group of tamariki.
Our last Tamariki Nui KPC session. Iris chose the cable car and botanical gardens. Such fun! But she loved the old cable car the most. Sad it has come to an end but what a lovely & special experience we have had going out and exploring our great city with unique group of tamariki.
Iris: 4 years and 11 months
09 June 2019
Mummy’s vintage boot parade.
Mummy’s vintage boot parade.
Olive: 7 years and 3 months
Iris: 4 years and 11 months
Juniper: 1 year, 11 months and 23 days
03 June 2019
A lovely winter morning at the beach.
A lovely winter morning at the beach.
Olive: 7 years and 3 months
Iris: 4 years and 11 months
Juniper: 1 year, 11 months and 17 days
01 June 2019
Our kids go a little crazy in the rain...
Our kids go a little crazy in the rain...
28 May 2019
In our annual Tough Guy Challenge expedition with work, I managed to come out on top in 1st place (by 5 minutes)! I am now the toughest guy in Wellington (at least for this year). I plan on retiring next year.
In our annual Tough Guy Challenge expedition with work, I managed to come out on top in 1st place (by 5 minutes)! I am now the toughest guy in Wellington (at least for this year). I plan on retiring next year.
27 May 2019
Playcentre Carpenter!
Playcentre Carpenter!
Iris: 4 years and 11 months
Juniper: 1 year, 11 months and 10 days
24 May 2019
Another rope play Tamariki nui session at Karori Park. With camping style hot chocolate at the end!
Another rope play Tamariki nui session at Karori Park. With camping style hot chocolate at the end!
Iris: 4 years and 11 months
21 May 2019
Last month at Kindy, juni wanted to stay with iris. Then it took an hour to get home...
Last month at Kindy, juni wanted to stay with iris. Then it took an hour to get home...
Iris: 4 years and 11 months
Juniper: 1 year, 11 months and 4 days
20 May 2019
Juni trying to keep up with the big girls, loves her monkey bar at Kpc.
Juni trying to keep up with the big girls, loves her monkey bar at Kpc.
Juniper: 1 year, 11 months and 3 days
19 May 2019
Iris got to fill in for Milla’s team and she loved it.
Iris got to fill in for Milla’s team and she loved it.
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
18 May 2019
The sister sleepover...
The sister sleepover...
Olive: 7 years and 3 months
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
Juniper: 1 year, 11 months and 1 day
17 May 2019
Juni had a play date at gym jam with Archie, nan and aunty Lisa.
Juni had a play date at gym jam with Archie, nan and aunty Lisa.
Juniper: 1 year and 11 months
17 May 2019
Tamariki nui week 3 and Karori Park rope and bubble action, I was impressed with iris and her focus and strength! It was no easy climb!
Tamariki nui week 3 and Karori Park rope and bubble action, I was impressed with iris and her focus and strength! It was no easy climb!
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
14 May 2019
For someone who “hates running†she sure looked like she loved every minute of her years cross country run around Karori Park.
For someone who “hates running†she sure looked like she loved every minute of her years cross country run around Karori Park.
Olive: 7 years and 2 months
13 May 2019
All three at Playcentre, so lovely.
All three at Playcentre, so lovely.
Olive: 7 years and 2 months
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 26 days
12 May 2019
Juni is a big kid too
Juni is a big kid too
Olive: 7 years and 2 months
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 25 days
10 May 2019
These two crazy cats are having a fab time playing with each other. It’s sad iris will be off to school in a month!
These two crazy cats are having a fab time playing with each other. It’s sad iris will be off to school in a month!
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 23 days
10 May 2019
Tamariki nui Wright’s hill walk and kite fun
Tamariki nui Wright’s hill walk and kite fun
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
08 May 2019
Not so happy hanging in the buggy anymore!
Not so happy hanging in the buggy anymore!
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 21 days
08 May 2019
Waiting for Oli at the park
Waiting for Oli at the park
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 21 days
08 May 2019
Juni’s hero: Archie
Juni’s hero: Archie
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 21 days
07 May 2019
My farewells when I’m off to tennis
My farewells when I’m off to tennis
05 May 2019
Juni has her own style
Juni has her own style
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 18 days
03 May 2019
Tamariki nui, kite making and flying today
Tamariki nui, kite making and flying today
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
01 May 2019
Broc broc munchkin
Broc broc munchkin
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 14 days
28 April 2019
Chocolate and banana pizza...
Chocolate and banana pizza...
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 11 days
28 April 2019
Goggle man, we cleared a lot of bushes today. Juni just enjoyed the sun.
Goggle man, we cleared a lot of bushes today. Juni just enjoyed the sun.
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 11 days
26 April 2019
Grandies
Grandies
Olive: 7 years and 2 months
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 9 days
25 April 2019
A family walk up Wright’s hill and an explore of the tunnels.
A family walk up Wright’s hill and an explore of the tunnels.
24 April 2019
Olive joins me for a Daddy day at work with Asian food market lunch and reading books for the afternoon.
Olive joins me for a Daddy day at work with Asian food market lunch and reading books for the afternoon.
Olive: 7 years and 2 months
24 April 2019
Bikers drive
Bikers drive
23 April 2019
8 years, enough said. “Happy anniversity†Olive, 7yr (yes it’s spelt right) we may have to go back... didn’t get our marriage degree
8 years, enough said. “Happy anniversity†Olive, 7yr (yes it’s spelt right) we may have to go back... didn’t get our marriage degree
Olive: 7 years and 2 months
23 April 2019
Double the trouble, pebble dot painting was a hit.
Double the trouble, pebble dot painting was a hit.
Olive: 7 years and 2 months
Iris: 4 years and 10 months
Juniper: 1 year, 10 months and 6 days
21 April 2019
Two Families Easter Sunday! Yummy morning tea with the Prosser’s, no photos as they were off having fun! Followed by early roast dinner at the Grandies. Juni’s first hunt!
Two Families Easter Sunday! Yummy morning tea with the Prosser’s, no photos as they were off having fun! Followed by early roast dinner at the Grandies. Juni’s first hunt!
20 April 2019
Thompson’s delicious pizza evening. Kids all played well together and Buni wanted to be a big kid. Lovely house and setting.
Thompson’s delicious pizza evening. Kids all played well together and Buni wanted to be a big kid. Lovely house and setting.
19 April 2019
Hutt river ride to the playground and hot cross buns!
Hutt river ride to the playground and hot cross buns!
15 April 2019
Cape kidnappers walk closed, hopefully in November!
Cape kidnappers walk closed, hopefully in November!
14 April 2019
Black barn for fancy lunch followed by a great walk up Te Mata peak.
Black barn for fancy lunch followed by a great walk up Te Mata peak.
13 April 2019
Craggy range night continues... stunning setting...
Craggy range night continues... stunning setting...
13 April 2019
Craggy range 40th birthday fun for Nige. Great friends, food and wine.
Craggy range 40th birthday fun for Nige. Great friends, food and wine.
10 April 2019
The great Karori west fair! I’ve been sewing for weeks (well it felt like it) and was just blown away with the creative wonders handed to me leading up to the big day. Bike bags were a hit, Wands, clips, knitted cactus, fluffy hearts...
The great Karori west fair! I’ve been sewing for weeks (well it felt like it) and was just blown away with the creative wonders handed to me leading up to the big day. Bike bags were a hit, Wands, clips, knitted cactus, fluffy hearts...
Olive: 7 years and 1 month
Iris: 4 years and 9 months
Juniper: 1 year, 9 months and 24 days
10 April 2019
Juni and iris going off and hiding from me at Kindy, her chuckle is the best.
Juni and iris going off and hiding from me at Kindy, her chuckle is the best.
Iris: 4 years and 9 months
Juniper: 1 year, 9 months and 24 days
03 April 2019
Helicopter excitement at Kindy and park
Helicopter excitement at Kindy and park
Iris: 4 years and 9 months
Juniper: 1 year, 9 months and 17 days
31 March 2019
Such a warm day, cool off at the beach
Such a warm day, cool off at the beach
Olive: 7 years and 1 month
Iris: 4 years and 9 months
Juniper: 1 year, 9 months and 14 days
29 March 2019
I finally had a party for Olive. F&C in the treehouse after school with 6 besties. Madness but fun.
I finally had a party for Olive. F&C in the treehouse after school with 6 besties. Madness but fun.
Olive: 7 years and 1 month
29 March 2019
Tamariki nui was horse riding today! Iris hopped on and loved it!
Tamariki nui was horse riding today! Iris hopped on and loved it!
Iris: 4 years and 9 months
27 March 2019
Baby in a bag, wet walk home from school drop off.
Baby in a bag, wet walk home from school drop off.
Juniper: 1 year, 9 months and 9 days
26 March 2019
A lovely Friendship
A lovely Friendship
Iris: 4 years and 9 months
25 March 2019
Found Juni in a basket
Found Juni in a basket
Juniper: 1 year, 9 months and 8 days
23 March 2019
A short walk to finish off a relaxing weekend with lovely ladies.
A short walk to finish off a relaxing weekend with lovely ladies.
22 March 2019
The first year I’m wasn’t feeding or pregnant so I could go on the house Hutt girls trip! Lovely homes, came away with unrealized ideas for our home. Great food, wine and company.
The first year I’m wasn’t feeding or pregnant so I could go on the house Hutt girls trip! Lovely homes, came away with unrealized ideas for our home. Great food, wine and company.
19 March 2019
“My birthday†a poem by Olive
“My birthday†a poem by Olive
Olive: 7 years and 1 month
18 March 2019
My full time buddy, never to far from me.
My full time buddy, never to far from me.
Juniper: 1 year, 9 months and 1 day
16 March 2019
I got to see Olive doing the 3 rope bridge at Brownies pickup. Wow wee! Her confidence these days is fantastic.
I got to see Olive doing the 3 rope bridge at Brownies pickup. Wow wee! Her confidence these days is fantastic.
Olive: 7 years and 1 month
15 March 2019
Chip butty in the treehouse for afternoon tea. Really warm!
Chip butty in the treehouse for afternoon tea. Really warm!
15 March 2019
Tamariki nui: botanical gardens! Garden bingo, smelling things, planting flowers and picking vegetables with a take home rocket!
Tamariki nui: botanical gardens! Garden bingo, smelling things, planting flowers and picking vegetables with a take home rocket!
14 March 2019
Buni date with the birds
Buni date with the birds
Juniper: 1 year, 8 months and 25 days
12 March 2019
We are meeting olive at the tree, half way between home and school, so we have developed a new routine playing at the park!
We are meeting olive at the tree, half way between home and school, so we have developed a new routine playing at the park!
09 March 2019
Something we should have done years ago ... lowering the breakfast bar and pulling out our old stools from the attic!
Something we should have done years ago ... lowering the breakfast bar and pulling out our old stools from the attic!
09 March 2019
Giddy up horsey!
Giddy up horsey!
Juniper: 1 year, 8 months and 20 days
08 March 2019
Disco year 3
Disco year 3
Olive: 7 years
03 March 2019
A weekend away to celebrate the Peck 70ths! Kids had two sleepovers in the one room. The house was a mansion!
A weekend away to celebrate the Peck 70ths! Kids had two sleepovers in the one room. The house was a mansion!
01 March 2019
Kindy Wheel a thon with no wheels, Iris last seen on the other side of the park
Kindy Wheel a thon with no wheels, Iris last seen on the other side of the park
01 March 2019
Tamariki Nui: Makara Beach building and cooking fire fun
Tamariki Nui: Makara Beach building and cooking fire fun
Iris: 4 years and 8 months
28 February 2019
Summer dancing
Summer dancing
26 February 2019
Cherry little berry has both her sisters wrapped around her little hands
Cherry little berry has both her sisters wrapped around her little hands
Olive: 7 years
Iris: 4 years and 8 months
Juniper: 1 year, 8 months and 9 days
25 February 2019
Kpc big play at Otari bush, bubbles and ice.
Kpc big play at Otari bush, bubbles and ice.
24 February 2019
The annual birthday dinner out for Olive and Anthony. Every year is different - Juni being the challenge this year! Still, lots of fun and tasty burgers.
The annual birthday dinner out for Olive and Anthony. Every year is different - Juni being the challenge this year! Still, lots of fun and tasty burgers.
Olive: 7 years
18 February 2019
Treehouse project: the second window is in! Pretty pleased with it, now for the door!
Treehouse project: the second window is in! Pretty pleased with it, now for the door!
18 February 2019
Juni climbing on everything today at Kpc.
Juni climbing on everything today at Kpc.
Juniper: 1 year, 8 months and 1 day
17 February 2019
A fun day at Otaki with the wider family enjoying the kites and beach. They all got wet!
A fun day at Otaki with the wider family enjoying the kites and beach. They all got wet!
15 February 2019
Fish and chips and cake with the cousins for Olives birthday treat.
Fish and chips and cake with the cousins for Olives birthday treat.
Olive: 7 years
12 February 2019
Walking home
Walking home
11 February 2019
A successful bike to and from Kpc, juni fell asleep on route home!
A successful bike to and from Kpc, juni fell asleep on route home!
Iris: 4 years and 7 months
Juniper: 1 year, 7 months and 25 days
09 February 2019
I went to the SaaStr conference in San Jose with workmates for 3 days. Fun times on lime scooters, slow smoked beef, bunk beds, sponsored parties and a lovely family welcome back in Wellington!
I went to the SaaStr conference in San Jose with workmates for 3 days. Fun times on lime scooters, slow smoked beef, bunk beds, sponsored parties and a lovely family welcome back in Wellington!
07 February 2019
Peck girls
Peck girls
Olive: 6 years and 11 months
Iris: 4 years and 7 months
Juniper: 1 year, 7 months and 21 days
05 February 2019
Finally we caught up nat, and properly meet molly! Just a gorgeous English rose. So tiny compared to juni.
Finally we caught up nat, and properly meet molly! Just a gorgeous English rose. So tiny compared to juni.
Juniper: 1 year, 7 months and 19 days
04 February 2019
A big day for Kpc! Mummy bought a lot of furniture for playcentre! Girls enjoyed setting it up and getting the first few plays in.
A big day for Kpc! Mummy bought a lot of furniture for playcentre! Girls enjoyed setting it up and getting the first few plays in.
03 February 2019
I was lucky enough to spend a couple of days in San Fran before a work conference. Sour dough chowder, running over the golden gate bridge, tasty IPA's.
I was lucky enough to spend a couple of days in San Fran before a work conference. Sour dough chowder, running over the golden gate bridge, tasty IPA's.
02 February 2019
Huge day daddy off on overseas trip without me!!!! Iris was all packed and ready to go too. Glad we are on the other side of vomiting bug.
Huge day daddy off on overseas trip without me!!!! Iris was all packed and ready to go too. Glad we are on the other side of vomiting bug.
25 January 2019
Nan took the girls on a Double decker bus trip and lunch with grandad
Nan took the girls on a Double decker bus trip and lunch with grandad
Olive: 6 years and 11 months
Iris: 4 years and 7 months
25 January 2019
New bed! Bigger all round, attempted to get a photo of all three...
New bed! Bigger all round, attempted to get a photo of all three...
24 January 2019
Sushi train lunch then book reading at the office while I worked for the afternoon. A lovely Daddy afternoon spent with Olive.
Sushi train lunch then book reading at the office while I worked for the afternoon. A lovely Daddy afternoon spent with Olive.
Olive: 6 years and 11 months
23 January 2019
A very windy visit to scorching bay, so no swimming but rock pool exploring and ice cream.
A very windy visit to scorching bay, so no swimming but rock pool exploring and ice cream.
20 January 2019
And so the 40th year begins... lovely Italian dinner for Lana’s birthday. Italy for the next big one?
And so the 40th year begins... lovely Italian dinner for Lana’s birthday. Italy for the next big one?
15 January 2019
Treehouse update: Finally getting around to the ‘stain glass Perspex’ windows! Tom nailed down the roof! Nearly weather proof for painting...
Treehouse update: Finally getting around to the ‘stain glass Perspex’ windows! Tom nailed down the roof! Nearly weather proof for painting...
15 January 2019
Solo biking with these crazy kids to the library. Getting a bit excited about the possibilities!
Solo biking with these crazy kids to the library. Getting a bit excited about the possibilities!
Olive: 6 years and 11 months
Iris: 4 years and 6 months
Juniper: 1 year, 6 months and 29 days
14 January 2019
Looks like an album cover, ‘when the bus goes bad’ cousin fun today.
Looks like an album cover, ‘when the bus goes bad’ cousin fun today.
11 January 2019
As part of the camping cleanse, the girls got the chop with a special request to keep their plaits!
As part of the camping cleanse, the girls got the chop with a special request to keep their plaits!
Olive: 6 years and 10 months
Iris: 4 years and 6 months
09 January 2019
Last night of camp Nelson 2019. Cardboard hill action with pizza. A great trip.
Last night of camp Nelson 2019. Cardboard hill action with pizza. A great trip.
08 January 2019
Early morning juni rise 5.30am, walked across to the sandbar. Magic. Followed with a raglan coffee.
Early morning juni rise 5.30am, walked across to the sandbar. Magic. Followed with a raglan coffee.
Juniper: 1 year, 6 months and 21 days
07 January 2019
Berry picking at berry land. Raspberries were a Peck favourite. Juni even got good at pick ‘n eat.
Berry picking at berry land. Raspberries were a Peck favourite. Juni even got good at pick ‘n eat.
29 December 2018
Redwood forest treetop walk! Juni has her very own carriage.
Redwood forest treetop walk! Juni has her very own carriage.
28 December 2018
The great bbq with friends and family. Ice cream time even for Buni.
The great bbq with friends and family. Ice cream time even for Buni.
Juniper: 1 year, 6 months and 11 days
28 December 2018
The Mount climb in the morning.
The Mount climb in the morning.
27 December 2018
Adult dinner while the kids run riot.
Adult dinner while the kids run riot.
27 December 2018
Lovely sweet sweet beach. Juni loved you.
Lovely sweet sweet beach. Juni loved you.
Juniper: 1 year, 6 months and 10 days
24 December 2018
Eve of Christmas cousin fun
Eve of Christmas cousin fun
22 December 2018
Relaxing at the mount
Relaxing at the mount
18 December 2018
Auzzie cousins come for pickups! The girls were so thrilled!
Auzzie cousins come for pickups! The girls were so thrilled!
Olive: 6 years and 10 months
17 December 2018
Christmas treehouse tea party for Iris and friends. So cute!
Christmas treehouse tea party for Iris and friends. So cute!
Iris: 4 years and 5 months
17 December 2018
Juni is getting right into play now, loved being part of everything that is going on. Right into sand and water just in time for summer! Last day of Kpc for the year.
Juni is getting right into play now, loved being part of everything that is going on. Right into sand and water just in time for summer! Last day of Kpc for the year.
Juniper: 1 year and 6 months
14 December 2018
Juni has really come out of her shell, Aunty leece was in all evening. So lovely and warm and great to see the kiddies out the front in the treehouse and driveway!!!
Juni has really come out of her shell, Aunty leece was in all evening. So lovely and warm and great to see the kiddies out the front in the treehouse and driveway!!!
Juniper: 1 year, 5 months and 27 days
10 December 2018
This is pretty big news in the peck household!!! We finally have completed driveway!! It’s only taken oh 7 years!
This is pretty big news in the peck household!!! We finally have completed driveway!! It’s only taken oh 7 years!
09 December 2018
Some really hot days, outside fun
Some really hot days, outside fun
09 December 2018
Rimutaka Forest Park park picnic, so hot! Fun in the sun with gecko painting, 3 legged race and meeting a kiwi!
Rimutaka Forest Park park picnic, so hot! Fun in the sun with gecko painting, 3 legged race and meeting a kiwi!
08 December 2018
‘Shooooo’ is definitely her first word a while back but she still loves them.
‘Shooooo’ is definitely her first word a while back but she still loves them.
Juniper: 1 year, 5 months and 21 days
08 December 2018
Far too many photos, Juni asleep in the car but so lovely to have more family around to share the cheer of Christmas antics.
Far too many photos, Juni asleep in the car but so lovely to have more family around to share the cheer of Christmas antics.
07 December 2018
Buni’s new friend.
Buni’s new friend.
Juniper: 1 year, 5 months and 20 days
07 December 2018
When Christmas wrapping goes bad. Within seconds of playing with the tubes they turned into weapons...
When Christmas wrapping goes bad. Within seconds of playing with the tubes they turned into weapons...
04 December 2018
2018 tree is up! Iris dressed as a star and olive an angel before decorating started.
2018 tree is up! Iris dressed as a star and olive an angel before decorating started.
Olive: 6 years and 9 months
Iris: 4 years and 5 months
03 December 2018
The drive is coming along! So is summer!
The drive is coming along! So is summer!
03 December 2018
Bunnies and frozen ice cream at Playcentre
Bunnies and frozen ice cream at Playcentre
Iris: 4 years and 5 months
Juniper: 1 year, 5 months and 16 days
02 December 2018
Turere Tramp 2018
Turere Tramp 2018
01 December 2018
A day of rest exploring the river and forest, found a kiwi footprint!
A day of rest exploring the river and forest, found a kiwi footprint!
30 November 2018
5 Turner/Peck girls on our first overnight tramp in the Rimutaka Forest Park. eek!
5 Turner/Peck girls on our first overnight tramp in the Rimutaka Forest Park. eek!
26 November 2018
Back to reality, great messy play today
Back to reality, great messy play today
Iris: 4 years and 5 months
Juniper: 1 year, 5 months and 9 days
25 November 2018
It’s only taken 4 years to get to Sydney when we all weren’t having babies! A lovely short stay escape for Sydney shopping, sun, sand (loved the swim at bronte bay) and amazing food and company.
It’s only taken 4 years to get to Sydney when we all weren’t having babies! A lovely short stay escape for Sydney shopping, sun, sand (loved the swim at bronte bay) and amazing food and company.
19 November 2018
Bubble magic at playcentre. Juni was unsure and iris loved it.
Bubble magic at playcentre. Juni was unsure and iris loved it.
Juniper: 1 year, 5 months and 2 days
17 November 2018
Iris and I did a huge walk up Wright’s hill and she did amazingly well! It’s good training for the ‘big wal in a few weeks. Hoping she is going to be fine as I’ll be carrying a pack.
Iris and I did a huge walk up Wright’s hill and she did amazingly well! It’s good training for the ‘big wal in a few weeks. Hoping she is going to be fine as I’ll be carrying a pack.
Iris: 4 years and 4 months
16 November 2018
Treehouse cost per play is coming down, cuzzie fun afternoon as school was out today!
Treehouse cost per play is coming down, cuzzie fun afternoon as school was out today!
15 November 2018
How is it when I’m trying to get a good photo of the kids, Lyon happens to position himself perfectly!
How is it when I’m trying to get a good photo of the kids, Lyon happens to position himself perfectly!
Juniper: 1 year, 4 months and 29 days
Lyon: 7 years and 6 months
14 November 2018
I left Juni for 2 seconds... getting right into using a fork!
I left Juni for 2 seconds... getting right into using a fork!
Juniper: 1 year, 4 months and 28 days
12 November 2018
I had all my babies at playcentre today, what a lovely morning!
I had all my babies at playcentre today, what a lovely morning!
Olive: 6 years and 8 months
Iris: 4 years and 4 months
Juniper: 1 year, 4 months and 25 days
10 November 2018
Treehouse update: windows are cut out, now for the Perspex!
Treehouse update: windows are cut out, now for the Perspex!
07 November 2018
My big girl! Pickup outside school! It’s a big deal
My big girl! Pickup outside school! It’s a big deal
Olive: 6 years and 8 months
05 November 2018
Dinner in the treehouse followed by fireworks with the Rogers. Good fun, a little hairy when one Roman candle fell over, felt like a battle field!!!
Dinner in the treehouse followed by fireworks with the Rogers. Good fun, a little hairy when one Roman candle fell over, felt like a battle field!!!
05 November 2018
Juni stoked to be sitting on a big chair at Kpc. Exploring and climbing everything now!
Juni stoked to be sitting on a big chair at Kpc. Exploring and climbing everything now!
Juniper: 1 year, 4 months and 19 days
04 November 2018
Early fireworks
Early fireworks
04 November 2018
The ongoing treehouse masterpiece. Juni loved being amongst it all, especially the secret door. Not Juni proofed yet.
The ongoing treehouse masterpiece. Juni loved being amongst it all, especially the secret door. Not Juni proofed yet.
02 November 2018
Weather getting warmer, ice creams in the park after school with the boys
Weather getting warmer, ice creams in the park after school with the boys
Juniper: 1 year, 4 months and 16 days
01 November 2018
Quality time until Juni slapped Lyon with her slipper
Quality time until Juni slapped Lyon with her slipper
Juniper: 1 year, 4 months and 15 days
Lyon: 7 years and 6 months
29 October 2018
So cute with a fringe.
So cute with a fringe.
Juniper: 1 year, 4 months and 12 days
25 October 2018
Need I say more?
Need I say more?
Iris: 4 years and 4 months
Juniper: 1 year, 4 months and 8 days
25 October 2018
Super sized Apple
Super sized Apple
Juniper: 1 year, 4 months and 8 days
19 October 2018
So now we have two bikers for school drop offs. Iris’s first footpath bike to and from school with a fluffy and two laps of the park in between.
So now we have two bikers for school drop offs. Iris’s first footpath bike to and from school with a fluffy and two laps of the park in between.
Iris: 4 years and 3 months
15 October 2018
Because she can. Life must look a lot more interesting upside down as Juni is doing it a lot!
Because she can. Life must look a lot more interesting upside down as Juni is doing it a lot!
Juniper: 1 year, 3 months and 28 days
12 October 2018
Olives castle creation. She spent ages building and playing with it.
Olives castle creation. She spent ages building and playing with it.
Olive: 6 years and 7 months
11 October 2018
16 months: loving walking, stopped crawling straight away. Always seems to have a necklace on or something on her head. Very chatty too.
16 months: loving walking, stopped crawling straight away. Always seems to have a necklace on or something on her head. Very chatty too.
Juniper: 1 year, 3 months and 24 days
07 October 2018
A very short steam train ride and a lovely picnic at Avalon Park. Iris really enjoyed biking on her pedal bike with Milla chasing her around.
A very short steam train ride and a lovely picnic at Avalon Park. Iris really enjoyed biking on her pedal bike with Milla chasing her around.
01 October 2018
Graham and I were lucky enough to go skiing for a whole day! No crowds either...
Graham and I were lucky enough to go skiing for a whole day! No crowds either...
01 October 2018
Did a mad drive up on Friday night, which went really well, with kids all sleeping, Juni however woke as we arrived at Ohakune and decided it wasn’t bed time for 2 hours... however it was good being there for the morning and we got a good. Morning in of sledding which they all enjoyed. Olive loved the snow, went snow crazy. Carpet ride was fun too.
Did a mad drive up on Friday night, which went really well, with kids all sleeping, Juni however woke as we arrived at Ohakune and decided it wasn’t bed time for 2 hours... however it was good being there for the morning and we got a good. Morning in of sledding which they all enjoyed. Olive loved the snow, went snow crazy. Carpet ride was fun too.
19 September 2018
15months and we are walking! And now climbing on everything!
15months and we are walking! And now climbing on everything!
Juniper: 1 year, 3 months and 2 days
10 September 2018
We are happily walking about 3 steps solo. She is so pleased with herself.
We are happily walking about 3 steps solo. She is so pleased with herself.
Juniper: 1 year, 2 months and 24 days
03 September 2018
Maggie has put on a nice show while we try to get through this flu!
Maggie has put on a nice show while we try to get through this flu!
30 August 2018
Living the dream...
Living the dream...
26 August 2018
We finally did red rocks! And saw lots of fur seals up close, 1 hour in, lunch, 1 hour back, the older kids did really well, 6km all up. Iris walked about half and then the throne was used. Beautiful bluebird day.
We finally did red rocks! And saw lots of fur seals up close, 1 hour in, lunch, 1 hour back, the older kids did really well, 6km all up. Iris walked about half and then the throne was used. Beautiful bluebird day.
26 August 2018
Avalon Park with scones, coffee and cousins... sun occasionally too.
Avalon Park with scones, coffee and cousins... sun occasionally too.
20 August 2018
Kpc excursion to story place. One minute Juni pulling the vege, the next in them! They both had fun, iris enjoyed playing with Chloe
Kpc excursion to story place. One minute Juni pulling the vege, the next in them! They both had fun, iris enjoyed playing with Chloe
Iris: 4 years and 2 months
Juniper: 1 year, 2 months and 3 days
18 August 2018
Cousin brunch at Graham and Lisa’s place. Nice to see them all getting along after such a long break!
Cousin brunch at Graham and Lisa’s place. Nice to see them all getting along after such a long break!
15 August 2018
My first jersey! Definitely won’t fit her next winter but I’m pleased I finished!
My first jersey! Definitely won’t fit her next winter but I’m pleased I finished!
Juniper: 1 year, 1 month and 29 days
09 August 2018
We had a wee champagne morning tea party with Juni’s boyfriends, Arlo and Leo to celebrate them all turning one.
We had a wee champagne morning tea party with Juni’s boyfriends, Arlo and Leo to celebrate them all turning one.
Juniper: 1 year, 1 month and 22 days
06 August 2018
Juni booni
Juni booni
Juniper: 1 year, 1 month and 20 days
06 August 2018
Playcentre brown they call it. Iris made it in the paint pit. First sink bath at Kpc after the very enjoyable event. Juni got exploring, ate paint, found the sandpit, we even managed to walk/ bike to Kpc until floppy leg syndrome set in and then just walked!
Playcentre brown they call it. Iris made it in the paint pit. First sink bath at Kpc after the very enjoyable event. Juni got exploring, ate paint, found the sandpit, we even managed to walk/ bike to Kpc until floppy leg syndrome set in and then just walked!
Iris: 4 years and 1 month
Juniper: 1 year, 1 month and 20 days
05 August 2018
Sisters
Sisters
Olive: 6 years and 5 months
Iris: 4 years and 1 month
Juniper: 1 year, 1 month and 19 days
05 August 2018
The $20 trike makes an appearance for the third time!
The $20 trike makes an appearance for the third time!
Juniper: 1 year, 1 month and 19 days
04 August 2018
Kooky iris. Only iris would kid wear, togs and a swimming cap to gymnastics, and then bike to school pickup in togs in winter! She is super proud that she is doing swimming lessons and has totally stepped up and is suddenly turning into a big kid!
Kooky iris. Only iris would kid wear, togs and a swimming cap to gymnastics, and then bike to school pickup in togs in winter! She is super proud that she is doing swimming lessons and has totally stepped up and is suddenly turning into a big kid!
Iris: 4 years and 1 month
28 July 2018
A lovely day for a Zealandia visit for a boat ride with Poppa and a walk. We are members now! Thanks Granny and Poppa!
A lovely day for a Zealandia visit for a boat ride with Poppa and a walk. We are members now! Thanks Granny and Poppa!
25 July 2018
Juni and her bffs Arlo & Leo at our second playgroup ever (third child and I managed to avoid them thus far!) it wasn’t too bad, less work than playcentre but not as fulfilling!
Juni and her bffs Arlo & Leo at our second playgroup ever (third child and I managed to avoid them thus far!) it wasn’t too bad, less work than playcentre but not as fulfilling!
Juniper: 1 year, 1 month and 8 days
23 July 2018
The knitting continues! First jersey! And the girls are still keen, Olive knitting with help after a stitch goes rogue and Iris generally making ‘interesting’ tangles.
The knitting continues! First jersey! And the girls are still keen, Olive knitting with help after a stitch goes rogue and Iris generally making ‘interesting’ tangles.
Olive: 6 years and 5 months
Iris: 4 years and 1 month
19 July 2018
We checked out a puppet show and toi art space at Te Papa with the cuzzies. Finished it off with Daddy and sushi (which they now love! Yay!) fun morning.
We checked out a puppet show and toi art space at Te Papa with the cuzzies. Finished it off with Daddy and sushi (which they now love! Yay!) fun morning.
14 July 2018
An exciting outing for Olive and Iris into town for Matariki night fireworks. First real fireworks at a reasonable time of 6.30! The darkness made them hyper but lots of fun with cuzzies. Olives tantrum after is slowly receding....
An exciting outing for Olive and Iris into town for Matariki night fireworks. First real fireworks at a reasonable time of 6.30! The darkness made them hyper but lots of fun with cuzzies. Olives tantrum after is slowly receding....
Olive: 6 years and 4 months
Iris: 4 years
14 July 2018
Three years ago I was running my local Makara loop and bumped into a few people part way through a 62k trail race around Wellington. Holy crap! Mad people! Now here I am, three years later, having completed that same race and I am now one of those mad people. What an amazing day it was. So well organised with friendly faces at the aid stations, friendly runners always checking how things are if you’re looking a bit rough (which I did for a good portion of the race). It was so nice seeing Gini and the girls part way as well as Graham and Lisa and then Mum and Dad in the later stages as my pacer mate Andy was helping me battle on to the finish. 7hrs 15mins and 22nd overall after stomach problems slowly dropped me from 5th place from 30k onwards. Better race week nutrition for when I run it again next year! Which I will definitely be doing!
Three years ago I was running my local Makara loop and bumped into a few people part way through a 62k trail race around Wellington. Holy crap! Mad people! Now here I am, three years later, having completed that same race and I am now one of those mad people. What an amazing day it was. So well organised with friendly faces at the aid stations, friendly runners always checking how things are if you’re looking a bit rough (which I did for a good portion of the race). It was so nice seeing Gini and the girls part way as well as Graham and Lisa and then Mum and Dad in the later stages as my pacer mate Andy was helping me battle on to the finish. 7hrs 15mins and 22nd overall after stomach problems slowly dropped me from 5th place from 30k onwards. Better race week nutrition for when I run it again next year! Which I will definitely be doing!
13 July 2018
A bus trip into town for red riding hood ballet at Te Papa followed by a visit to grandads work.
A bus trip into town for red riding hood ballet at Te Papa followed by a visit to grandads work.
11 July 2018
Juni getting into drawing
Juni getting into drawing
Juniper: 1 year and 24 days
09 July 2018
With blizzard conditions at the top we found a patch of road snow for the kids to play on. Which they loved!
With blizzard conditions at the top we found a patch of road snow for the kids to play on. Which they loved!
Olive: 6 years and 4 months
Iris: 4 years
08 July 2018
Ohakune trip with 3! No skiing with blizzard conditions but was fun all the same with family games, exploring ohakune and catching up with the Thompson’s.
Ohakune trip with 3! No skiing with blizzard conditions but was fun all the same with family games, exploring ohakune and catching up with the Thompson’s.
08 July 2018
The giant carrot! Always a win with the girls. The new playground next to it is great too.
The giant carrot! Always a win with the girls. The new playground next to it is great too.
07 July 2018
Pizza dinner at the Thompson’s Book a Bach.
Pizza dinner at the Thompson’s Book a Bach.
04 July 2018
Juni is ready for snow action
Juni is ready for snow action
Juniper: 1 year and 17 days
01 July 2018
Oh no standing in the cot and enjoying walking slowly with the trolley, my my it changes daily, I seem to notice it more third time around!
Oh no standing in the cot and enjoying walking slowly with the trolley, my my it changes daily, I seem to notice it more third time around!
Juniper: 1 year and 13 days
29 June 2018
Tried gym and we liked it!
Tried gym and we liked it!
Iris: 4 years
28 June 2018
1 year old!
1 year old!
Juniper: 1 year and 11 days
27 June 2018
Cork and Canvas night out.
Cork and Canvas night out.
25 June 2018
I think it needs to be noted when we have a great day. It was.
I think it needs to be noted when we have a great day. It was.
25 June 2018
Bike day at Kpc. Juni napped while I walked. She later got into a spot of painting.
Bike day at Kpc. Juni napped while I walked. She later got into a spot of painting.
Iris: 4 years
Juniper: 1 year and 8 days
23 June 2018
Story time with daddy
Story time with daddy
Olive: 6 years and 4 months
Iris: 4 years
Juniper: 1 year and 6 days
23 June 2018
Iris had nine friends to help celebrate her fourth birthday at playcentre. We had unicorn rainbow cupcake, face painter and making headbands. She stated ‘musical chairs was my favourite’ and the food! Olive was a great help and Juni slept most of it! 4 seems to be the right age to have fun doing games.
Iris had nine friends to help celebrate her fourth birthday at playcentre. We had unicorn rainbow cupcake, face painter and making headbands. She stated ‘musical chairs was my favourite’ and the food! Olive was a great help and Juni slept most of it! 4 seems to be the right age to have fun doing games.
Iris: 4 years
22 June 2018
Strangely Juni didn’t eat this courgette like she did the pear. But later discovered a few random bites from a few apples...
Strangely Juni didn’t eat this courgette like she did the pear. But later discovered a few random bites from a few apples...
Juniper: 1 year and 5 days
21 June 2018
The marble run was a hit for Iris’ birthday present. Just have to keep it away from the destructor!
The marble run was a hit for Iris’ birthday present. Just have to keep it away from the destructor!
Olive: 6 years and 4 months
Iris: 4 years
Juniper: 1 year and 3 days
20 June 2018
Iris’ ice cream cake!
Iris’ ice cream cake!
Olive: 6 years and 4 months
Iris: 4 years
20 June 2018
Iris’s birthday. Her doll/ baby interest continues, with a dragon carrying her doll in a backpack to kindy. Stopped for sneaky fluffy with friends, even saw the special only white duck called Nigel on our way.
Iris’s birthday. Her doll/ baby interest continues, with a dragon carrying her doll in a backpack to kindy. Stopped for sneaky fluffy with friends, even saw the special only white duck called Nigel on our way.
Iris: 4 years
20 June 2018
Olive taking Iris through the dozens of birthday cards she’d made for her at school in the weeks leading up to her birthday. Such a lovely big sister.
Olive taking Iris through the dozens of birthday cards she’d made for her at school in the weeks leading up to her birthday. Such a lovely big sister.
Olive: 6 years and 4 months
Iris: 4 years
18 June 2018
Birthday playdoh cake at Kpc.
Birthday playdoh cake at Kpc.
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
Juniper: 1 year and 1 day
17 June 2018
Dragon balloon
Dragon balloon
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
17 June 2018
Skyline run with James and Graham
Skyline run with James and Graham
16 June 2018
Never have we had so many birthdays in the family in June! So Juni, Archie and iris celebrated together. With the wider family. Lots of kids, chaos and fun. Next time must have games!
Never have we had so many birthdays in the family in June! So Juni, Archie and iris celebrated together. With the wider family. Lots of kids, chaos and fun. Next time must have games!
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
Juniper: 11 months and 30 days
16 June 2018
Iris, Juniper and Archie family birthday! Yummy food, drinks and great company. Thanks Nan and Grandad for hosting!
Iris, Juniper and Archie family birthday! Yummy food, drinks and great company. Thanks Nan and Grandad for hosting!
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
Juniper: 11 months and 30 days
16 June 2018
New princess outfits! (And Lyon)
New princess outfits! (And Lyon)
Olive: 6 years and 4 months
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
Lyon: 7 years and 1 month
15 June 2018
This is about as close to supermarket shopping our kids get, home delivery. While I was packing it away, Juni ate a good chunk of pear! Cheeky squirrel. Iris in on the action too.
This is about as close to supermarket shopping our kids get, home delivery. While I was packing it away, Juni ate a good chunk of pear! Cheeky squirrel. Iris in on the action too.
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
Juniper: 11 months and 29 days
15 June 2018
Iris has discovered numbers and they are everywhere! It has been fun motivation to and from school. She has also become very interested in reading too. Thought it would never happen!
Iris has discovered numbers and they are everywhere! It has been fun motivation to and from school. She has also become very interested in reading too. Thought it would never happen!
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
15 June 2018
Iris and her friend Olive helped make Juni & iris’s birthday cake for our family afternoon tea. Can’t wait to see how it turned out!
Iris and her friend Olive helped make Juni & iris’s birthday cake for our family afternoon tea. Can’t wait to see how it turned out!
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
14 June 2018
Attack of the Juni.
Attack of the Juni.
Juniper: 11 months and 28 days
11 June 2018
After a weekend of ikea building furniture, iris who is always up drill action, was quite independent and persevered with drilling in a screw. It worked. It worked.
After a weekend of ikea building furniture, iris who is always up drill action, was quite independent and persevered with drilling in a screw. It worked. It worked.
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
01 June 2018
Juni gets her birthday present early (don’t tell daddy- there are rules) and it is perfect for her practicing standing! We just get stuck standing so usually a sister helps her down to sitting again.
Juni gets her birthday present early (don’t tell daddy- there are rules) and it is perfect for her practicing standing! We just get stuck standing so usually a sister helps her down to sitting again.
Juniper: 11 months and 14 days
29 May 2018
Another crochet hat made while in recovery mode after the gastro bug hit our household. Iris and mummy got the worst of it, amazingly olive and Juni dodged it and daddy a mild case.
Another crochet hat made while in recovery mode after the gastro bug hit our household. Iris and mummy got the worst of it, amazingly olive and Juni dodged it and daddy a mild case.
29 May 2018
Two crochet hats both a little big but cute.
Two crochet hats both a little big but cute.
29 May 2018
Some workmates and I competed in the annual Tough Guy Challenge event on the weekend consisting of 6k or 12k of running, obstacles, mud, hills and electrified crawl throughs. This year I managed to one up last years placing my coming 2nd overall in the two lap, 12k course. The beard must be helping.
Some workmates and I competed in the annual Tough Guy Challenge event on the weekend consisting of 6k or 12k of running, obstacles, mud, hills and electrified crawl throughs. This year I managed to one up last years placing my coming 2nd overall in the two lap, 12k course. The beard must be helping.
26 May 2018
While the big sisters are away, destructive Juni is finding her feet.
While the big sisters are away, destructive Juni is finding her feet.
Juniper: 11 months and 9 days
23 May 2018
Iris and Olive’s (friend) friendship is very unique. They just get on so well, both happy having play dates at each other’s houses with no parents.
Iris and Olive’s (friend) friendship is very unique. They just get on so well, both happy having play dates at each other’s houses with no parents.
Iris: 3 years and 11 months
18 May 2018
11 months and we weight 9.2kg! And today we tried standing and we liked it. Enjoying exploring the house and loves shoes...
11 months and we weight 9.2kg! And today we tried standing and we liked it. Enjoying exploring the house and loves shoes...
Juniper: 11 months and 1 day
18 May 2018
Ivy and Juni at gym. Otis, Milla and Archie off burning energy!
Ivy and Juni at gym. Otis, Milla and Archie off burning energy!
Juniper: 11 months and 1 day
16 May 2018
Double play date with Bethany and Elise.
Double play date with Bethany and Elise.
Juniper: 10 months and 29 days
15 May 2018
A pop in portrait of three generations of Smyth, Turner, Peck!
A pop in portrait of three generations of Smyth, Turner, Peck!
15 May 2018
I can knit! The endless possibilities...
I can knit! The endless possibilities...
08 May 2018
Tunnels are so much fun for Juni!
Tunnels are so much fun for Juni!
Juniper: 10 months and 21 days
04 May 2018
Lyon
Lyon
Lyon: 7 years
03 May 2018
Well it’s happened during the holidays, we have a crawler. Now the fun begins! The girls are enjoying it so far, even when Juni breaks games so far.... Juni is loving exploring everywhere.
Well it’s happened during the holidays, we have a crawler. Now the fun begins! The girls are enjoying it so far, even when Juni breaks games so far.... Juni is loving exploring everywhere.
Juniper: 10 months and 16 days
03 May 2018
My co worker has found me!
My co worker has found me!
Juniper: 10 months and 16 days
29 April 2018
Nothing is safe from the crawling destructo Juni.
Nothing is safe from the crawling destructo Juni.
Juniper: 10 months and 12 days
27 April 2018
Story time with Aunty Lisa
Story time with Aunty Lisa
27 April 2018
Since the drive up was sooo much better, Taupo is back on the cards! It nice with all the autumn leaves and spending time with the turners. The 3 older girls all slept in the big king bed with only the first night taking a while to go to sleep, a few sleeping bag slip outs and iris even slept one night without a visit!
Since the drive up was sooo much better, Taupo is back on the cards! It nice with all the autumn leaves and spending time with the turners. The 3 older girls all slept in the big king bed with only the first night taking a while to go to sleep, a few sleeping bag slip outs and iris even slept one night without a visit!
26 April 2018
Taupo bush walk, it was good to get out, iris wasn’t really into walking but Tom worked really hard to keep jollying her along, there were a few tears and birdlife didn’t stick around for long! The training begins for the orongorongas in December. Iris has a long way to go... olive and Milla were great. Archie was a trooper and Juni slept. 4/5 ain’t bad!
Taupo bush walk, it was good to get out, iris wasn’t really into walking but Tom worked really hard to keep jollying her along, there were a few tears and birdlife didn’t stick around for long! The training begins for the orongorongas in December. Iris has a long way to go... olive and Milla were great. Archie was a trooper and Juni slept. 4/5 ain’t bad!
25 April 2018
A shot trip to Taupo. The road trip went pretty well, one mini stop in levin for a nappy change and then only waiouru for lunch. Woolshed on the return, perfectly half way.
A shot trip to Taupo. The road trip went pretty well, one mini stop in levin for a nappy change and then only waiouru for lunch. Woolshed on the return, perfectly half way.
24 April 2018
Went for a visit to doro’s house in Otaki, great seeing Isabelle and Bec too.
Went for a visit to doro’s house in Otaki, great seeing Isabelle and Bec too.
24 April 2018
The joy of three, watching this relationship grow, with over 5 years between them, Olive has taken on a motherly, carer role. Reading Juni books.
The joy of three, watching this relationship grow, with over 5 years between them, Olive has taken on a motherly, carer role. Reading Juni books.
Olive: 6 years and 2 months
Iris: 3 years and 10 months
Juniper: 10 months and 6 days
23 April 2018
Snow White pantaloon with the cuzzies.
Snow White pantaloon with the cuzzies.
21 April 2018
Night noodle market! Yum! The kids loved being out at night and tried most of the food. Juni was a champ too.
Night noodle market! Yum! The kids loved being out at night and tried most of the food. Juni was a champ too.
21 April 2018
We managed 300 meters into the Trelissick Park bush walk before Iris gave up the ghost (a Stone was in her shoe).
We managed 300 meters into the Trelissick Park bush walk before Iris gave up the ghost (a Stone was in her shoe).
19 April 2018
Giant flowers and face painting with Olive’s friend Milli.
Giant flowers and face painting with Olive’s friend Milli.
Olive: 6 years and 2 months
17 April 2018
Jumping with circling shark sisters
Jumping with circling shark sisters
Juniper: 10 months
17 April 2018
10 months! Holy moley. And comando crawling, trying hard to wave sometimes too.
10 months! Holy moley. And comando crawling, trying hard to wave sometimes too.
Juniper: 9 months and 30 days
16 April 2018
Bath time with Juni
Bath time with Juni
Juniper: 9 months and 30 days
15 April 2018
A Sunday night roast, regular?
A Sunday night roast, regular?
13 April 2018
Fush n chups with four families up the road. 11 kids and mostly all boys, it was good for the girls to mingle. Juni ending up biting her little mate Leo. Poor little chap.
Fush n chups with four families up the road. 11 kids and mostly all boys, it was good for the girls to mingle. Juni ending up biting her little mate Leo. Poor little chap.
10 April 2018
Who knew drawing on wood was so much fun! This is the most drawing iris has ever done and detailed too. Our family 2018. Now how am I meant to replace this fire guard! First of the season.
Who knew drawing on wood was so much fun! This is the most drawing iris has ever done and detailed too. Our family 2018. Now how am I meant to replace this fire guard! First of the season.
Olive: 6 years and 1 month
Iris: 3 years and 9 months
10 April 2018
Kpc messy play at its best. Iris had slippery fun with her feet. Getting into rolling too.
Kpc messy play at its best. Iris had slippery fun with her feet. Getting into rolling too.
Iris: 3 years and 9 months
Juniper: 9 months and 24 days
08 April 2018
Cuddling babies when baby cousin Daniel comes to visit. Olive enjoyed it - Daniel wasn’t so sure!
Cuddling babies when baby cousin Daniel comes to visit. Olive enjoyed it - Daniel wasn’t so sure!
Olive: 6 years and 1 month
Juniper: 9 months and 22 days
08 April 2018
My daughters like to hide in cabinets.
My daughters like to hide in cabinets.
Olive: 6 years and 1 month
Iris: 3 years and 9 months
07 April 2018
The good old girl guiding biscuits, sold by these two crazy kids!
The good old girl guiding biscuits, sold by these two crazy kids!
Olive: 6 years and 1 month
03 April 2018
We enjoyed a swim (all 3 at the pool is enjoyable now!) Juni especially loves splashing. Bath is also a lot of fun.
We enjoyed a swim (all 3 at the pool is enjoyable now!) Juni especially loves splashing. Bath is also a lot of fun.
Juniper: 9 months and 17 days
01 April 2018
So we got around to camping in the final weeks of the fading summer at kaitoke. Some nice cuzzie action and we fitted 4 adults and 7 kids in our tent. Juni and Archie took turns at waking but the girls were champions! Managed a egg hunt 8km walk in a beautiful day. It didn’t get as cold as we thought but windy over night!
So we got around to camping in the final weeks of the fading summer at kaitoke. Some nice cuzzie action and we fitted 4 adults and 7 kids in our tent. Juni and Archie took turns at waking but the girls were champions! Managed a egg hunt 8km walk in a beautiful day. It didn’t get as cold as we thought but windy over night!
30 March 2018
Good Friday: Titahi beach with our newly welcomed cuzzies, need a name for them as they aren’t Auzzie cuzzies anymore!
Good Friday: Titahi beach with our newly welcomed cuzzies, need a name for them as they aren’t Auzzie cuzzies anymore!
29 March 2018
Olive’s school sleep over! A lot of anticipation and excitement for this night where Olive got to bunk down with the rest of her class mates for a night at school! Daddy was a volunteered helper and got to stay too, but didn’t need to do much as the kids were all so well behaved. There was Milo and jump jam and hundreds and thousands cookies and only one incident involving a poor kid who exploded out multiple ends.... Fond memories of school and scout camps come back to me.
Olive’s school sleep over! A lot of anticipation and excitement for this night where Olive got to bunk down with the rest of her class mates for a night at school! Daddy was a volunteered helper and got to stay too, but didn’t need to do much as the kids were all so well behaved. There was Milo and jump jam and hundreds and thousands cookies and only one incident involving a poor kid who exploded out multiple ends.... Fond memories of school and scout camps come back to me.
Olive: 6 years and 1 month
27 March 2018
First time on a swing! Olive loved pushing too.
First time on a swing! Olive loved pushing too.
Olive: 6 years and 1 month
Juniper: 9 months and 10 days
25 March 2018
Uncle Paul finally paid us a visit and met Juni.
Uncle Paul finally paid us a visit and met Juni.
Juniper: 9 months and 8 days
25 March 2018
One day a year they open up the West Wind Farm near Makara for a running race. I competed in the 18k XTERRA West Wind Farm long race this year and came 7th overall. Such a great venue for a run and the weather fined up nicely!
One day a year they open up the West Wind Farm near Makara for a running race. I competed in the 18k XTERRA West Wind Farm long race this year and came 7th overall. Such a great venue for a run and the weather fined up nicely!
25 March 2018
Welcome Uncle G dog, Aunty Lisa, Milla & Archie to NZ!
Welcome Uncle G dog, Aunty Lisa, Milla & Archie to NZ!
24 March 2018
We finally hosted a belated Olives 6th birthday party. A jungle themed occasion where the 10 girls (including Iris and her fiend Olive) decorated hats then went on a clue finding adventure followed by a picnic inside the exhibition tent!
We finally hosted a belated Olives 6th birthday party. A jungle themed occasion where the 10 girls (including Iris and her fiend Olive) decorated hats then went on a clue finding adventure followed by a picnic inside the exhibition tent!
Olive: 6 years and 1 month
20 March 2018
Easter theme of new beginnings butterflies. Painted and flown by iris.
Easter theme of new beginnings butterflies. Painted and flown by iris.
Iris: 3 years and 9 months
18 March 2018
Dinner at the Pickle Jar with the Wohlers. Another belated birthday celebration for Olive and Anthony. Another successful dinner out!
Dinner at the Pickle Jar with the Wohlers. Another belated birthday celebration for Olive and Anthony. Another successful dinner out!
17 March 2018
Last filter fun I promise. They crack me up?
Last filter fun I promise. They crack me up?
17 March 2018
Filter fun, the kids loved it, so funny.
Filter fun, the kids loved it, so funny.
17 March 2018
Juni really loves the bath again. Splish splash!
Juni really loves the bath again. Splish splash!
Juniper: 9 months
17 March 2018
A busy day of peter & the wolf theatre show for the girls and fair in the afternoon. Mummy did a long day at school fair cafe. But it was good fun.
A busy day of peter & the wolf theatre show for the girls and fair in the afternoon. Mummy did a long day at school fair cafe. But it was good fun.
16 March 2018
Nine months. Moving around a lot but mostly backwards and ends up under most things (chairs/ tables) still really enjoying eating. Pasta and prawns was a hit tonight! Talking oh lots of that and wriggler on the changing mat. Bath time is fun with h splashing.
Nine months. Moving around a lot but mostly backwards and ends up under most things (chairs/ tables) still really enjoying eating. Pasta and prawns was a hit tonight! Talking oh lots of that and wriggler on the changing mat. Bath time is fun with h splashing.
Juniper: 8 months and 27 days
16 March 2018
“Daddy the clouds have turned pink!†And had they what!
“Daddy the clouds have turned pink!†And had they what!
13 March 2018
Bikers day at KPC. They loved the stop and go sign and around and around they went!
Bikers day at KPC. They loved the stop and go sign and around and around they went!
Iris: 3 years and 8 months
12 March 2018
Juniper was so excited to see Ivy. She really was, squealing and lots of talking and grabbing. I think having her older sisters off at kindy and school she really misses them, so another little face was very welcome! Ivy was showing Juni how crawling and standing is done too.
Juniper was so excited to see Ivy. She really was, squealing and lots of talking and grabbing. I think having her older sisters off at kindy and school she really misses them, so another little face was very welcome! Ivy was showing Juni how crawling and standing is done too.
Juniper: 8 months and 23 days
10 March 2018
Juniper is finally enjoying bath time! Even got into some splashing tonight.
Juniper is finally enjoying bath time! Even got into some splashing tonight.
Juniper: 8 months and 21 days
10 March 2018
Pool party for Freya’s birthday. First time I didn’t have to get in! Iris had her ring and Olive is super confident. So they had a lovely time.
Pool party for Freya’s birthday. First time I didn’t have to get in! Iris had her ring and Olive is super confident. So they had a lovely time.
Olive: 6 years
Iris: 3 years and 8 months
07 March 2018
Self portrait 2018
Self portrait 2018
Olive: 6 years
21 February 2018
We tried the popin photos for $20 since we didn’t have one of Juni.
We tried the popin photos for $20 since we didn’t have one of Juni.
Iris: 3 years and 8 months
Juniper: 8 months and 4 days
20 February 2018
The exciting novelty of an umbrella on a morning walk to school.
The exciting novelty of an umbrella on a morning walk to school.
Olive: 6 years
18 February 2018
Eight months old. Our cheeky berry. Sitting quite well now, still loves her food. We seem to be doing circle movements on the floor and lifting her bottom up a bit so crawling soon?
Eight months old. Our cheeky berry. Sitting quite well now, still loves her food. We seem to be doing circle movements on the floor and lifting her bottom up a bit so crawling soon?
Juniper: 8 months and 1 day
17 February 2018
We had a fun family picnic to watch a Beauty and the Beast play and celebrate Olives birthday.
We had a fun family picnic to watch a Beauty and the Beast play and celebrate Olives birthday.
Olive: 6 years
15 February 2018
Olive turns 6! We managed a dinner out with Nan and Grandad at our local, the pickle jar where the kids all ate well, followed by cake at home (made by Nan and Iris).
Olive turns 6! We managed a dinner out with Nan and Grandad at our local, the pickle jar where the kids all ate well, followed by cake at home (made by Nan and Iris).
Olive: 6 years
15 February 2018
School started after Waitangi Day - 7 weeks off and what a great summer we had. Olive is in Ako 15 with her closest friends and Hannah the teacher who seems nice.
School started after Waitangi Day - 7 weeks off and what a great summer we had. Olive is in Ako 15 with her closest friends and Hannah the teacher who seems nice.
Olive: 6 years
14 February 2018
At pippins tonight we made clothes out of newspaper!
At pippins tonight we made clothes out of newspaper!
Olive: 5 years and 11 months
10 February 2018
We ventured out to Otaki for their annual kite festival. Amazing array of kites. Definitely worth a visit.
We ventured out to Otaki for their annual kite festival. Amazing array of kites. Definitely worth a visit.
06 February 2018
Took a trip out to our “local†beach - Makara - so mummy could collect driftwood and Daddy could run home again. We really need to go for a good walk along there one day.
Took a trip out to our “local†beach - Makara - so mummy could collect driftwood and Daddy could run home again. We really need to go for a good walk along there one day.
05 February 2018
Jooboo! (As Iris likes to call her)
Jooboo! (As Iris likes to call her)
Juniper: 7 months and 18 days
04 February 2018
Iris’ balance biking has taken off. Happily gliding around. She’s managed to bike too and from kindy/school drop offs too.
Iris’ balance biking has taken off. Happily gliding around. She’s managed to bike too and from kindy/school drop offs too.
Iris: 3 years and 7 months
04 February 2018
We finally made it round to meet cousin/nephew Daniel! Cute little guy who makes Juni seem like a giant baby.
We finally made it round to meet cousin/nephew Daniel! Cute little guy who makes Juni seem like a giant baby.
03 February 2018
Daddy got to take the girls to the local circus. They loved it, Olive asking every 5 seconds “how do they do that!?!†and Iris asking “when are the girls coming back out?!â€
Daddy got to take the girls to the local circus. They loved it, Olive asking every 5 seconds “how do they do that!?!†and Iris asking “when are the girls coming back out?!â€
03 February 2018
iPad time. Going to need a third one soon!
iPad time. Going to need a third one soon!
Olive: 5 years and 11 months
Iris: 3 years and 7 months
Juniper: 7 months and 16 days
01 February 2018
Juni is loving sitting and eating.
Juni is loving sitting and eating.
Juniper: 7 months and 15 days
31 January 2018
My work colleagues. Work has landed and school hasn’t started yet! The girls every second word is bubba in they game of being mums.
My work colleagues. Work has landed and school hasn’t started yet! The girls every second word is bubba in they game of being mums.
29 January 2018
A cracker of a day. It reached 35 degrees in our deck. We hit Khandallah pool (so warm even Juni got in) and then Oriental Bay for a dinner & dip. It’s meant to reach a low of 19 tonight!
A cracker of a day. It reached 35 degrees in our deck. We hit Khandallah pool (so warm even Juni got in) and then Oriental Bay for a dinner & dip. It’s meant to reach a low of 19 tonight!
27 January 2018
I did the Mt Holdsworth Loop run for the second time (Andy came too!). Great run, followed by food and a swim in the river. Managed 18th place with a 3:08 time - 8 minutes quicker than last year.
I did the Mt Holdsworth Loop run for the second time (Andy came too!). Great run, followed by food and a swim in the river. Managed 18th place with a 3:08 time - 8 minutes quicker than last year.
26 January 2018
Loving the cup, generally loving food, egg was a success.
Loving the cup, generally loving food, egg was a success.
Juniper: 7 months and 9 days
22 January 2018
Stage one of the much talked about “tree†house complete! He girls loved the platform and spent all afternoon up there. Now we got to start on stage two - the actual house!
Stage one of the much talked about “tree†house complete! He girls loved the platform and spent all afternoon up there. Now we got to start on stage two - the actual house!
21 January 2018
Ahhh, LEGO. The best invention from plastic. Fantastic exhibition. Olive had lots of questions and Iris got bored within 10nano minutes. Tom and I counted how many ‘wonders’ are still left to see in the world. Kids loved undersea creation, Tom the space whatsit and me? All of them!
Ahhh, LEGO. The best invention from plastic. Fantastic exhibition. Olive had lots of questions and Iris got bored within 10nano minutes. Tom and I counted how many ‘wonders’ are still left to see in the world. Kids loved undersea creation, Tom the space whatsit and me? All of them!
20 January 2018
This monkey now has eight teeth!
This monkey now has eight teeth!
Juniper: 7 months and 3 days
20 January 2018
It needs to be said. These two have been nonstop playing with each other these holidays which has been amazing. We have made it! (For the time being) so much so Olive was a bit lost today when iris went back to kindy. Mummy has even managed a few to sew a few skirts!
It needs to be said. These two have been nonstop playing with each other these holidays which has been amazing. We have made it! (For the time being) so much so Olive was a bit lost today when iris went back to kindy. Mummy has even managed a few to sew a few skirts!
Olive: 5 years and 11 months
Iris: 3 years and 7 months
19 January 2018
Nan day! The girls and Nan met Grandad for lunch on the waterfront. While mummy and Juni hung at home, mostly picking stuff out of her basket sitting! I even managed to sew a skirt with fabric I bought two years ago! New Years resolution : sew more skirts!
Nan day! The girls and Nan met Grandad for lunch on the waterfront. While mummy and Juni hung at home, mostly picking stuff out of her basket sitting! I even managed to sew a skirt with fabric I bought two years ago! New Years resolution : sew more skirts!
Olive: 5 years and 11 months
Iris: 3 years and 6 months
Juniper: 7 months and 2 days
18 January 2018
We went to see wizard of oz pantaloon with iris’s friend Olive and family which was quite funny and both girls go involved, finished the outing off at the chocolate factory. Thanks nan for Juni sitting!
We went to see wizard of oz pantaloon with iris’s friend Olive and family which was quite funny and both girls go involved, finished the outing off at the chocolate factory. Thanks nan for Juni sitting!
Olive: 5 years and 11 months
Iris: 3 years and 6 months
17 January 2018
7 months today. In our pjs! And couldn’t find the right card! Loving food, hangs on her tummy, interested in everything, thinks her sisters are hilarious, enjoying baths now we can sit (kind of), cut 4 teeth on the top, 2-3naps. Juni is quick to smile or laugh and generally a very cherry little berry.
7 months today. In our pjs! And couldn’t find the right card! Loving food, hangs on her tummy, interested in everything, thinks her sisters are hilarious, enjoying baths now we can sit (kind of), cut 4 teeth on the top, 2-3naps. Juni is quick to smile or laugh and generally a very cherry little berry.
Juniper: 7 months
17 January 2018
Dinner in our household.
Dinner in our household.
Olive: 5 years and 11 months
Iris: 3 years and 6 months
Juniper: 7 months
17 January 2018
Waiting for ice cream, only $1.50! How it should be!
Waiting for ice cream, only $1.50! How it should be!
17 January 2018
We arrived early (before 10am) at scorching bay and it was stunningly quiet and still. We caught up with Iris’s best friend Olive (not her sister) and Emma, Paul & Henry for a swim and ice cream. The wind was warm. So it was good when the sun disappeared behind the clouds.
We arrived early (before 10am) at scorching bay and it was stunningly quiet and still. We caught up with Iris’s best friend Olive (not her sister) and Emma, Paul & Henry for a swim and ice cream. The wind was warm. So it was good when the sun disappeared behind the clouds.
15 January 2018
Dinner alfresco. Outdoor couch is been awesome for our little Juni. Most nights Iris is overtired and very hard to get off to bed, attempting to slowly move out of room.
Dinner alfresco. Outdoor couch is been awesome for our little Juni. Most nights Iris is overtired and very hard to get off to bed, attempting to slowly move out of room.
15 January 2018
Another cracker day, home day with the girls playing so well lately (barbies). They loved the sprinkler and even Juni got in on the paddling action in the super warm pool.
Another cracker day, home day with the girls playing so well lately (barbies). They loved the sprinkler and even Juni got in on the paddling action in the super warm pool.
Olive: 5 years and 11 months
Iris: 3 years and 6 months
Juniper: 6 months and 29 days
15 January 2018
Juni’s sitting is slowly coming along still needs a support but enjoying the basket of stuff! She is loving the juicy fruit! Sucking all the juices from them.
Juni’s sitting is slowly coming along still needs a support but enjoying the basket of stuff! She is loving the juicy fruit! Sucking all the juices from them.
Juniper: 6 months and 29 days
14 January 2018
We took to Avalon Park on the hottest day of the year for Granny’s birthday picnic. A fun day out for all - but we really need to up our portable bbq game!
We took to Avalon Park on the hottest day of the year for Granny’s birthday picnic. A fun day out for all - but we really need to up our portable bbq game!
12 January 2018
I now understand the feeling of being that parent who brings all three kids. Oh well it was fun. Juni and Ivy took turns in the high chair and Ivy showed Juni how to crawl!
I now understand the feeling of being that parent who brings all three kids. Oh well it was fun. Juni and Ivy took turns in the high chair and Ivy showed Juni how to crawl!
Juniper: 6 months and 26 days
07 January 2018
Thanks to this years secret Santa we have ourselves a flash new letterbox!
Thanks to this years secret Santa we have ourselves a flash new letterbox!
06 January 2018
Junie Bunie is getting a bit more mobile these days. She’s also really taken to food eating only a week or two in, joining us at the table for dinner time.
Junie Bunie is getting a bit more mobile these days. She’s also really taken to food eating only a week or two in, joining us at the table for dinner time.
Juniper: 6 months and 19 days
02 January 2018
Jimmy’s third birthday! Fun to be there to help him celebrate turning three. No longer the baby in the Peck extended troupe!
Jimmy’s third birthday! Fun to be there to help him celebrate turning three. No longer the baby in the Peck extended troupe!
01 January 2018
Prawn fishing (or prawning) (or pawns as the iris would say) which was a lot of fun. Alex managed to catch 2 and mummy 1 with lots of bites by all. We must return!
Prawn fishing (or prawning) (or pawns as the iris would say) which was a lot of fun. Alex managed to catch 2 and mummy 1 with lots of bites by all. We must return!
31 December 2017
The cheeky cuzzies at Taupo. Every year the dynamics change with Olive and Violet inseparable this year. Iris drifted between following he big girls, hanging with Jimmy and also had loads of fun with Alex at the pool and afterwards.
The cheeky cuzzies at Taupo. Every year the dynamics change with Olive and Violet inseparable this year. Iris drifted between following he big girls, hanging with Jimmy and also had loads of fun with Alex at the pool and afterwards.
31 December 2017
Dave produces his first loaf! We had sourdough lessons every day with a fresh loaf at breakfast all but one morning.
Dave produces his first loaf! We had sourdough lessons every day with a fresh loaf at breakfast all but one morning.
30 December 2017
Uncle Dave’s birthday! He showed a little interest in bread making so we jumped on that and gave him a baneton bowl and sourdough starter (John Wayne, or Willy?).
Uncle Dave’s birthday! He showed a little interest in bread making so we jumped on that and gave him a baneton bowl and sourdough starter (John Wayne, or Willy?).
30 December 2017
Spent a few hours at the beach on a beaut day in Taupo. Water was lovely and we all had a swim.
Spent a few hours at the beach on a beaut day in Taupo. Water was lovely and we all had a swim.
30 December 2017
Just hanging.
Just hanging.
Juniper: 6 months and 13 days
30 December 2017
Fairies collecting berries. Lovely Taupo cuzzie play.
Fairies collecting berries. Lovely Taupo cuzzie play.
26 December 2017
Juniper has turned a corner and is enjoying bath time! Generally into everything a lot more, rolling, talking, grabbing for everything even lamb and turkey over past few days.
Juniper has turned a corner and is enjoying bath time! Generally into everything a lot more, rolling, talking, grabbing for everything even lamb and turkey over past few days.
Juniper: 6 months and 9 days
25 December 2017
This year both girls were super excited about Christmas and Olive was good at going to bed, Iris wasn’t as per usual but she slept in past 7.30, much to Olives dismay! A successful Xmas.
This year both girls were super excited about Christmas and Olive was good at going to bed, Iris wasn’t as per usual but she slept in past 7.30, much to Olives dismay! A successful Xmas.
24 December 2017
Christmas Eve at Granny and Poppas. The clan has grown since last photo and another one only a few weeks away!
Christmas Eve at Granny and Poppas. The clan has grown since last photo and another one only a few weeks away!
24 December 2017
Chilling with Poppa
Chilling with Poppa
Juniper: 6 months and 7 days
23 December 2017
Junipers first taste of lamb thanks to the Wohlers! She loved it so much she sucked it right into her mouth.
Junipers first taste of lamb thanks to the Wohlers! She loved it so much she sucked it right into her mouth.
Juniper: 6 months and 6 days
23 December 2017
First full family up and over the back of Karori. Olive went the distance with barely a whine, Iris lasted a short while in before requesting the throne - where she happily stayed for the rest of the walk.
First full family up and over the back of Karori. Olive went the distance with barely a whine, Iris lasted a short while in before requesting the throne - where she happily stayed for the rest of the walk.
Olive: 5 years and 10 months
Iris: 3 years and 6 months
Juniper: 6 months and 6 days
22 December 2017
Picnic on the new lodge furniture with Freya.
Picnic on the new lodge furniture with Freya.
22 December 2017
We have rolled before but we have been doing it all afternoon and morning the next day. A lot more mobile.
We have rolled before but we have been doing it all afternoon and morning the next day. A lot more mobile.
Juniper: 6 months and 5 days
21 December 2017
The Turner Christmas was a small affair this year. Since it is our off year, but the girls enjoyed their toilet bags even slept with them. Sad we aren’t hitting the Mt Maunganui beach this year.
The Turner Christmas was a small affair this year. Since it is our off year, but the girls enjoyed their toilet bags even slept with them. Sad we aren’t hitting the Mt Maunganui beach this year.
21 December 2017
The girls went candy crazy over the gingerbread house, next year I think we could attempt our own one me thinks!
The girls went candy crazy over the gingerbread house, next year I think we could attempt our own one me thinks!
Olive: 5 years and 10 months
Iris: 3 years and 6 months
19 December 2017
The jun boon is 6 months old! Two teeth, rolled both ways (only a few times) generally cherry little berry. Sleeping has gone down hill but it only improve! Right?! Not really sitting and haven’t tired food yet, this week once we are over this cold and she can breath through her nose again.
The jun boon is 6 months old! Two teeth, rolled both ways (only a few times) generally cherry little berry. Sleeping has gone down hill but it only improve! Right?! Not really sitting and haven’t tired food yet, this week once we are over this cold and she can breath through her nose again.
Juniper: 6 months and 1 day
18 December 2017
Jolly jumpering Juniper! More of a slight bounce than a jump.
Jolly jumpering Juniper! More of a slight bounce than a jump.
Juniper: 6 months and 1 day
16 December 2017
While the big girls had a sleep over at Nan and Grandads (amazing!), the three of us hit the beach then a quick dinner at our old classic - Leuvin.
While the big girls had a sleep over at Nan and Grandads (amazing!), the three of us hit the beach then a quick dinner at our old classic - Leuvin.
Juniper: 5 months and 29 days
15 December 2017
They have arrived! Mummy is more excited about these than the girls will be!
They have arrived! Mummy is more excited about these than the girls will be!
12 December 2017
This weather has been amazing so we headed to oriential bay for a dip after school. Met daddy after work too. Girls are just loving the water! I put Juno’s foot in and got a cry, just testing...
This weather has been amazing so we headed to oriential bay for a dip after school. Met daddy after work too. Girls are just loving the water! I put Juno’s foot in and got a cry, just testing...
Juniper: 5 months and 25 days
08 December 2017
We had a lovely early afternoon hanging with two of Junos boyfriends who are younger but bigger, while mums got to bring in summer with pimms. First "Mum Christmas party" followed by play date after school with Freya & Scarlett and bubbles. God it's good to be a stay at home Mum!
We had a lovely early afternoon hanging with two of Junos boyfriends who are younger but bigger, while mums got to bring in summer with pimms. First "Mum Christmas party" followed by play date after school with Freya & Scarlett and bubbles. God it's good to be a stay at home Mum!
Juniper: 5 months and 21 days
07 December 2017
Just a nappy it is so super hot, even tried to convert heat pump to air con!
Just a nappy it is so super hot, even tried to convert heat pump to air con!
Juniper: 5 months and 20 days
07 December 2017
The weather has been just amazing. So off to oriental beach we went today. Caught up with a few friends a long the way. Juni even had a snooze in the tent and I got to take a swim with the kids, as no one else bought their togs! After 3 hours we were toast.
The weather has been just amazing. So off to oriental beach we went today. Caught up with a few friends a long the way. Juni even had a snooze in the tent and I got to take a swim with the kids, as no one else bought their togs! After 3 hours we were toast.
06 December 2017
Super hot which means no wind! So picked Olive up from school and met Nan and Iris at Khandallah pool to cool down.
Super hot which means no wind! So picked Olive up from school and met Nan and Iris at Khandallah pool to cool down.
05 December 2017
A relaxing morning at Kpc on my bday. Just hung under the parachute with Juni and iris with her baby Rosie.
A relaxing morning at Kpc on my bday. Just hung under the parachute with Juni and iris with her baby Rosie.
Iris: 3 years and 5 months
Juniper: 5 months and 18 days
01 December 2017
Our paihia holiday has come to an end. A much needed great holiday. Better get this munchkin out before the capsule gets checked in.
Our paihia holiday has come to an end. A much needed great holiday. Better get this munchkin out before the capsule gets checked in.
Juniper: 5 months and 14 days
30 November 2017
We took in some culture at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds while the girls hung with Nan and Grandad.
We took in some culture at the Waitangi Treaty Grounds while the girls hung with Nan and Grandad.
30 November 2017
Hanging on the mat with Jun bug.
Hanging on the mat with Jun bug.
Olive: 5 years and 9 months
Iris: 3 years and 5 months
Juniper: 5 months and 13 days
30 November 2017
Making the most of a beautiful morning at Paihia Beach.
Making the most of a beautiful morning at Paihia Beach.
28 November 2017
Eating babies.
Eating babies.
Juniper: 5 months and 11 days
28 November 2017
"Olive Peck also Iris and Juniper"
"Olive Peck also Iris and Juniper"
Olive: 5 years and 9 months
Iris: 3 years and 5 months
27 November 2017
Ferry ride and a lovely stroll in Russell. Very pretty town and the beer at the Duke of Marlborough was well deserved.
Ferry ride and a lovely stroll in Russell. Very pretty town and the beer at the Duke of Marlborough was well deserved.
27 November 2017
Ferry ride and a lovely stroll in Russell. Very pretty town and the beer at the Duke of Marlborough was well deserved.
Ferry ride and a lovely stroll in Russell. Very pretty town and the beer at the Duke of Marlborough was well deserved.
26 November 2017
Parrot Place in Kerikeri was well worth the visit. Iris got right in there feeding and holding all the birds she could. Olive was much more reserved - fed a few tentative peanuts and nearly got up the courage to hold one.
Parrot Place in Kerikeri was well worth the visit. Iris got right in there feeding and holding all the birds she could. Olive was much more reserved - fed a few tentative peanuts and nearly got up the courage to hold one.
Olive: 5 years and 9 months
Iris: 3 years and 5 months
26 November 2017
Everybody wanted to hold the baby at the picturesque Haruru Falls.
Everybody wanted to hold the baby at the picturesque Haruru Falls.
25 November 2017
We enjoyed giant strawberries and giant sausages at the old pack house Kerikeri market. Puts Wellington markets to shame! Lots of great foodie options.
We enjoyed giant strawberries and giant sausages at the old pack house Kerikeri market. Puts Wellington markets to shame! Lots of great foodie options.
25 November 2017
Testing the waters at the timeshare. The girls were happy to jump in the pool despite the cool water. Olives confidence in the pool has reached new levels due to the swimming lessons she’s been having. Really great to see.
Testing the waters at the timeshare. The girls were happy to jump in the pool despite the cool water. Olives confidence in the pool has reached new levels due to the swimming lessons she’s been having. Really great to see.
24 November 2017
Really good fish and chips on the beach shortly after arriving in Paihia in our rental.
Really good fish and chips on the beach shortly after arriving in Paihia in our rental.
24 November 2017
On holiday at last! The long anticipated trip to Piahia and our first holiday of the year. First we had to fly to Auckland!
On holiday at last! The long anticipated trip to Piahia and our first holiday of the year. First we had to fly to Auckland!
23 November 2017
This has been happening for a few weeks where iris insists on bring her baby to school, Kindy or anywhere walking. She seems to be mimicking me while feeding, talking and generally looking after baby. Very cute and very very slow to get anywhere!
This has been happening for a few weeks where iris insists on bring her baby to school, Kindy or anywhere walking. She seems to be mimicking me while feeding, talking and generally looking after baby. Very cute and very very slow to get anywhere!
Iris: 3 years and 5 months
19 November 2017
Look who joined us for dinner!
Look who joined us for dinner!
Juniper: 5 months and 2 days
18 November 2017
Dinner for two (and a half) with the girls staying the night at Nan and Grandads!
Dinner for two (and a half) with the girls staying the night at Nan and Grandads!
Juniper: 5 months and 1 day
18 November 2017
Our big five month old. Managed a roll earlier in the week, hates bath time, starting doing longer morning naps sometimes! Loves watching big sisters playing, generally a happy smilie wee ju ju.
Our big five month old. Managed a roll earlier in the week, hates bath time, starting doing longer morning naps sometimes! Loves watching big sisters playing, generally a happy smilie wee ju ju.
Juniper: 5 months and 1 day
12 November 2017
So after 5 years of attempting to spray and walk away we decided to call in the professionals. It is so great to see the color of the bricks again. Money well spent.
So after 5 years of attempting to spray and walk away we decided to call in the professionals. It is so great to see the color of the bricks again. Money well spent.
12 November 2017
Juni smoking bunny.
Juni smoking bunny.
Juniper: 4 months and 26 days
12 November 2017
Hey spikey!
Hey spikey!
Juniper: 4 months and 26 days
11 November 2017
Action animal shot: the swing has been getting a hammering so Tom put up another one.
Action animal shot: the swing has been getting a hammering so Tom put up another one.
Iris: 3 years and 4 months
06 November 2017
My first two teeth have arrived! Juniper has done a few all night sleepers! But not holding my breath!
My first two teeth have arrived! Juniper has done a few all night sleepers! But not holding my breath!
Juniper: 4 months and 20 days
04 November 2017
Happy birthday Grandad! Juniper managed a bit of tummy time watching the truck and dribbling with her new teeth too.
Happy birthday Grandad! Juniper managed a bit of tummy time watching the truck and dribbling with her new teeth too.
Juniper: 4 months and 18 days
04 November 2017
Epic 6hr run in the bush called the Aorangi Undulator.
Epic 6hr run in the bush called the Aorangi Undulator.
01 November 2017
Gosh I'm lucky. Two minutes later not so.
Gosh I'm lucky. Two minutes later not so.
Olive: 5 years and 8 months
Iris: 3 years and 4 months
Juniper: 4 months and 15 days
29 October 2017
Iris in the box.
Iris in the box.
Iris: 3 years and 4 months
29 October 2017
Jens birthday and cheeky chickens at the Prosser household. The kids loved playing outside with the chickens.
Jens birthday and cheeky chickens at the Prosser household. The kids loved playing outside with the chickens.
22 October 2017
First try at sourdough pizza... a resounding success! Need a few tricks to get it working in our average oven though.
First try at sourdough pizza... a resounding success! Need a few tricks to get it working in our average oven though.
19 October 2017
A crisp but lovely sunny morning scootering around Oriental Bay with Elise, Bethany and Sarah. Good to be a professional Mum, bring on summer!
A crisp but lovely sunny morning scootering around Oriental Bay with Elise, Bethany and Sarah. Good to be a professional Mum, bring on summer!
Iris: 3 years and 3 months
13 October 2017
Four months! I don't know where they went?! We are getting lots of smiles and giggles, sleeping has changed to a few wake ups, usually 12 and 4am.
Four months! I don't know where they went?! We are getting lots of smiles and giggles, sleeping has changed to a few wake ups, usually 12 and 4am.
Juniper: 3 months and 26 days
09 October 2017
Since being home from hospital, Juni's sleeping has somewhat been hard at night, waking every 3 hours but a smilie wee thing during the day. Still getting lots of attention from her sisters, who keep her amused.
Since being home from hospital, Juni's sleeping has somewhat been hard at night, waking every 3 hours but a smilie wee thing during the day. Still getting lots of attention from her sisters, who keep her amused.
Juniper: 3 months and 22 days
06 October 2017
Welcome home to the mad house June Bug!
Welcome home to the mad house June Bug!
Iris: 3 years and 3 months
Juniper: 3 months and 19 days
06 October 2017
Juniper has gone wireless! Hopefully we get the all clear to take her home today. We are all looking forward to all being together again and getting back to a bit of normality.
Juniper has gone wireless! Hopefully we get the all clear to take her home today. We are all looking forward to all being together again and getting back to a bit of normality.
Juniper: 3 months and 19 days
05 October 2017
Somebody is happy to be down to only one attachment! Mostly oxygen self sufficient and feeding again so hopefully only one more night then we get to bring Juni home!
Somebody is happy to be down to only one attachment! Mostly oxygen self sufficient and feeding again so hopefully only one more night then we get to bring Juni home!
Juniper: 3 months and 18 days
04 October 2017
The girls got to hang with the Prosser cousins for the afternoon to give us a needed break. They had loads of fun by the sounds of it!
The girls got to hang with the Prosser cousins for the afternoon to give us a needed break. They had loads of fun by the sounds of it!
Olive: 5 years and 7 months
Iris: 3 years and 3 months
04 October 2017
A few smiles from bubble beard this morning after her third night in hospital. She is out of the ICU and in the children’s ward which is good a sign of her recovery.
A few smiles from bubble beard this morning after her third night in hospital. She is out of the ICU and in the children’s ward which is good a sign of her recovery.
Juniper: 3 months and 17 days
03 October 2017
Iris is always busy busy, often leaving a trail of destruction in her wake. This time, however, she created an amazing little castle town from the blocks she nabbed from Junipers room.
Iris is always busy busy, often leaving a trail of destruction in her wake. This time, however, she created an amazing little castle town from the blocks she nabbed from Junipers room.
Iris: 3 years and 3 months
03 October 2017
Get well soon Juniper, love from Olive and Iris. Olive makes a little card for Juni as she is back in hospital - this time with bronchitis. Poor little thing.
Get well soon Juniper, love from Olive and Iris. Olive makes a little card for Juni as she is back in hospital - this time with bronchitis. Poor little thing.
Olive: 5 years and 7 months
Juniper: 3 months and 16 days
03 October 2017
During the week of juni being in hospital we had booked Olive into a swimming holiday programme (won it in a silent auction) at 9.15am. We had a bumpy start by refusing to get in, so every morning we had either drop off milk at the hospital before lessons or swap and pickup mummy! A week of lessons really does make a difference. Anthony moved up, which was hard for Olive to understand but a life lesson. Hopefully we aren't far behind!
During the week of juni being in hospital we had booked Olive into a swimming holiday programme (won it in a silent auction) at 9.15am. We had a bumpy start by refusing to get in, so every morning we had either drop off milk at the hospital before lessons or swap and pickup mummy! A week of lessons really does make a difference. Anthony moved up, which was hard for Olive to understand but a life lesson. Hopefully we aren't far behind!
Olive: 5 years and 7 months
02 October 2017
Poor bubs is back in the hospital after bronchitis took a turn for the worse. Oxygen and nasal tube for feeding makes a scary sight but she is on the mend.
Poor bubs is back in the hospital after bronchitis took a turn for the worse. Oxygen and nasal tube for feeding makes a scary sight but she is on the mend.
Juniper: 3 months and 15 days
27 September 2017
Where's the Juni bug? Impossible to get a photo without the loving sister iris.
Where's the Juni bug? Impossible to get a photo without the loving sister iris.
Iris: 3 years and 3 months
Juniper: 3 months and 10 days
24 September 2017
Spot the new addition to the swing chair!
Spot the new addition to the swing chair!
Olive: 5 years and 7 months
Iris: 3 years and 3 months
Juniper: 3 months and 7 days
23 September 2017
Junie is still enjoying her bath time. Nearly outgrown the baby bath though! Going to be interesting squeezing three of them in the big bath.
Junie is still enjoying her bath time. Nearly outgrown the baby bath though! Going to be interesting squeezing three of them in the big bath.
Juniper: 3 months and 6 days
20 September 2017
Three in the bed and the little one said... Not a lot yet!
Three in the bed and the little one said... Not a lot yet!
Olive: 5 years and 7 months
Iris: 3 years and 3 months
Juniper: 3 months and 2 days
18 September 2017
Olive went from slowly learning training wheels on her 16" 4th birthday bike, to borrowing Anthony's old balance bike to get her used to balancing to buying a $49 12" bike from K-Mart and putting the peddling and balancing together. Two tries with Daddy running behind her and now she's away and laughing (literally!). So proud of our little bike rider and Mummies perseverance getting her into it.
Olive went from slowly learning training wheels on her 16" 4th birthday bike, to borrowing Anthony's old balance bike to get her used to balancing to buying a $49 12" bike from K-Mart and putting the peddling and balancing together. Two tries with Daddy running behind her and now she's away and laughing (literally!). So proud of our little bike rider and Mummies perseverance getting her into it.
Olive: 5 years and 7 months
14 September 2017
What is with us having blue eyed babies!
What is with us having blue eyed babies!
Olive: 5 years and 6 months
Juniper: 2 months and 28 days
10 September 2017
The peck sisters.
The peck sisters.
Olive: 5 years and 6 months
Iris: 3 years and 2 months
Juniper: 2 months and 24 days
07 September 2017
It's nice to have three of my little ones wave goodbye to me in the mornings.
It's nice to have three of my little ones wave goodbye to me in the mornings.
Olive: 5 years and 6 months
Iris: 3 years and 2 months
Lyon: 6 years and 4 months
06 September 2017
Caught the tongue in the wild. This little guy comes out a lot to say hello at the moment.
Caught the tongue in the wild. This little guy comes out a lot to say hello at the moment.
Juniper: 2 months and 20 days
06 September 2017
It is so good to be getting back on our feet and normality. No more sickness! It makes having 3 healthy kids easy in comparison! Good session at Kpc, making milk shakes by herself. It was the first time iris had her spark back after 3 weeks, she even played quietly in juni's room while I settled juni to sleep. Amazing!oh and best day because of the sun!
It is so good to be getting back on our feet and normality. No more sickness! It makes having 3 healthy kids easy in comparison! Good session at Kpc, making milk shakes by herself. It was the first time iris had her spark back after 3 weeks, she even played quietly in juni's room while I settled juni to sleep. Amazing!oh and best day because of the sun!
Iris: 3 years and 2 months
03 September 2017
Juni's cheeky tongue likes to make an appearance a lot lately.
Juni's cheeky tongue likes to make an appearance a lot lately.
Juniper: 2 months and 17 days
30 August 2017
Sickness has plagued our household. Two weeks ago both girls (olive a day before iris) got high fevers and were couch bound for half a week followed by colds. A week after we had got back into our normal routine, they both got sick again. Fevers and this time strep throat. I'm totally over this.
Sickness has plagued our household. Two weeks ago both girls (olive a day before iris) got high fevers and were couch bound for half a week followed by colds. A week after we had got back into our normal routine, they both got sick again. Fevers and this time strep throat. I'm totally over this.
Olive: 5 years and 6 months
Iris: 3 years and 2 months
Juniper: 2 months and 13 days
27 August 2017
We dragged the girls out for lunch with Anthony, Nige and Lana followed by a boat ride with Skip Poppa.
We dragged the girls out for lunch with Anthony, Nige and Lana followed by a boat ride with Skip Poppa.
24 August 2017
Walking routine. We are really enjoying the walking routine, kindy, school, biking and scootering... and juni gets a good sleep in! Strangely easier than packing them all in the car, then out, then in and out again!
Walking routine. We are really enjoying the walking routine, kindy, school, biking and scootering... and juni gets a good sleep in! Strangely easier than packing them all in the car, then out, then in and out again!
Olive: 5 years and 6 months
Iris: 3 years and 2 months
Juniper: 2 months and 7 days
13 August 2017
Our little Juni is back! It has taken over 2 weeks but she looking like my baby again!
Our little Juni is back! It has taken over 2 weeks but she looking like my baby again!
Juniper: 1 month and 27 days
12 August 2017
Somebody is happy we finally got the bouncer out for her to bounce in!
Somebody is happy we finally got the bouncer out for her to bounce in!
Juniper: 1 month and 25 days
05 August 2017
Maggie is out on my dog walk route. Spring?! Daffs are already out too.
Maggie is out on my dog walk route. Spring?! Daffs are already out too.
04 August 2017
Asleep at the gym.
Asleep at the gym.
Juniper: 1 month and 18 days
04 August 2017
Oli has lost her top front tooth! Second one can't be far off! Here's our goofy smile.
Oli has lost her top front tooth! Second one can't be far off! Here's our goofy smile.
Olive: 5 years and 5 months
03 August 2017
Juniper & Ivy's first movie at the empire. We got the theatre all to ourselves and enjoy a chat, movie and coffee. It looks like David & Goliath with Juni a whole kilo bigger and only one day older!
Juniper & Ivy's first movie at the empire. We got the theatre all to ourselves and enjoy a chat, movie and coffee. It looks like David & Goliath with Juni a whole kilo bigger and only one day older!
Juniper: 1 month and 17 days
01 August 2017
Yay! Juniper (and Mummy) finally get to come home after spending 3 nights at the hospital while they treated her for a nasty skin infection. I think she felt like she missed out on a hospital stay and had to make up for it.
Yay! Juniper (and Mummy) finally get to come home after spending 3 nights at the hospital while they treated her for a nasty skin infection. I think she felt like she missed out on a hospital stay and had to make up for it.
Juniper: 1 month and 15 days
29 July 2017
Olive's first netball game! It was freezing but so much fun watching the little cuties chasing the ball with hands out wide.
Olive's first netball game! It was freezing but so much fun watching the little cuties chasing the ball with hands out wide.
Olive: 5 years and 5 months
23 July 2017
Violet turns 5 with party games, a smorgasbord of food for the little ones and the big ones and a rainbow cake.
Violet turns 5 with party games, a smorgasbord of food for the little ones and the big ones and a rainbow cake.
21 July 2017
The attack of the pimples has begun.
The attack of the pimples has begun.
Juniper: 1 month and 4 days
21 July 2017
Happy families.
Happy families.
17 July 2017
The one time they are allowed to paint on clothes.
The one time they are allowed to paint on clothes.
Olive: 5 years and 5 months
Iris: 3 years
16 July 2017
Aunty Hannah and Uncle James come to meet Junie.
Aunty Hannah and Uncle James come to meet Junie.
Juniper: 29 days
15 July 2017
Good morning! We need a bigger bed!
Good morning! We need a bigger bed!
Olive: 5 years and 5 months
Iris: 3 years
Juniper: 27 days and 22 hours
14 July 2017
Miss librarian
Miss librarian
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
14 July 2017
First paid haircuts, Iris stated "I don't want to be a boy" concerned if her hair was cut short she would then be a boy. Bonus plaits after. Another 3 kiddy outing, tick!
First paid haircuts, Iris stated "I don't want to be a boy" concerned if her hair was cut short she would then be a boy. Bonus plaits after. Another 3 kiddy outing, tick!
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 3 years
12 July 2017
Nandad day! The grandies took the girls to te papa on this cold cold wet day. Finished off with cookies at home. Juno slept for most of the day at home, very strange feeling!
Nandad day! The grandies took the girls to te papa on this cold cold wet day. Finished off with cookies at home. Juno slept for most of the day at home, very strange feeling!
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 3 years
11 July 2017
A cold but beautiful sunny day spent at the botanicals, 3 kids and we survived! Lucky we bumped into Jo and the twins!! It is a joy to watch Oli and Iris have a ball together, timing sliding together, Oli is very caring of Iris, which makes it easier for mum! May it continue!
A cold but beautiful sunny day spent at the botanicals, 3 kids and we survived! Lucky we bumped into Jo and the twins!! It is a joy to watch Oli and Iris have a ball together, timing sliding together, Oli is very caring of Iris, which makes it easier for mum! May it continue!
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 3 years
07 July 2017
Last day of term! Mummy managed pickups and dropoffs for a week! We walked home and grabbed a scoop of chips to celebrate!
Last day of term! Mummy managed pickups and dropoffs for a week! We walked home and grabbed a scoop of chips to celebrate!
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 3 years
05 July 2017
Little big sister looks sooo much bigger now! Juno back past her birth weight! No stressing this time!
Little big sister looks sooo much bigger now! Juno back past her birth weight! No stressing this time!
Iris: 3 years
Juniper: 18 days and 8 hours
03 July 2017
Big day! Olive's first cross country run at school. She seemed to enjoy every minute of the 5 minute run.
Big day! Olive's first cross country run at school. She seemed to enjoy every minute of the 5 minute run.
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
01 July 2017
That's a relief. The three girls squeeze into the back of the car.
That's a relief. The three girls squeeze into the back of the car.
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 3 years
Juniper: 14 days and 2 hours
01 July 2017
Juniper faces.
Juniper faces.
Juniper: 14 days
28 June 2017
Cuddles with MJ. Amazing dinner and sweets left us spoiled. Thanks MJ!
Cuddles with MJ. Amazing dinner and sweets left us spoiled. Thanks MJ!
Juniper: 11 days and 6 hours
28 June 2017
Sisters. The big sister, the little big sister and little sister.
Sisters. The big sister, the little big sister and little sister.
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 3 years
Juniper: 10 days and 22 hours
27 June 2017
Tired.
Tired.
Juniper: 10 days and 6 hours
27 June 2017
Nicky and twins bought us a lunch visit. The girls started to play right for at the end-typical!
Nicky and twins bought us a lunch visit. The girls started to play right for at the end-typical!
Juniper: 10 days and 3 hours
25 June 2017
Lana comes for Juniper cuddles. 2 hours worth!
Lana comes for Juniper cuddles. 2 hours worth!
Juniper: 8 days and 4 hours
25 June 2017
First family outing. A half walk/bike/scooter half around the park!
First family outing. A half walk/bike/scooter half around the park!
24 June 2017
New routine for bedtime reading on the bunks, bedtime seems to take forever and they fed off each other. But mummy doesn't always have to be there now!
New routine for bedtime reading on the bunks, bedtime seems to take forever and they fed off each other. But mummy doesn't always have to be there now!
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 3 years
24 June 2017
Attempted family photos!
Attempted family photos!
24 June 2017
Iris' morning tea birthday party. A couple of friends, some yummy food, and few games and a sponge cake! Iris felt very special and Juniper slept through the whole thing.
Iris' morning tea birthday party. A couple of friends, some yummy food, and few games and a sponge cake! Iris felt very special and Juniper slept through the whole thing.
Iris: 3 years
24 June 2017
Settled at 10pm and then at 3am, woke at 7am. Not bad at all! Slept through the morning tea party for Iris too.
Settled at 10pm and then at 3am, woke at 7am. Not bad at all! Slept through the morning tea party for Iris too.
Juniper: 7 days and 3 hours
23 June 2017
A better nights sleep last night as she finally settled around midnight. Slept for a whopping 4.5hours! Isn't it amazing how quickly you appreciate the small improvements!
A better nights sleep last night as she finally settled around midnight. Slept for a whopping 4.5hours! Isn't it amazing how quickly you appreciate the small improvements!
Juniper: 6 days and 6 hours
23 June 2017
The work in progress window seat. Curtains ordered and fabric bought for cushions! Now to find time to sew them!
The work in progress window seat. Curtains ordered and fabric bought for cushions! Now to find time to sew them!
22 June 2017
Juno slept through her bath and was closely followed by two rudie nudies.
Juno slept through her bath and was closely followed by two rudie nudies.
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 3 years
Juniper: 5 days and 6 hours
22 June 2017
Sleeps during the day, night owl by night. At least the big girls seem to be sleeping well, touch wood.
Sleeps during the day, night owl by night. At least the big girls seem to be sleeping well, touch wood.
Juniper: 5 days and 5 hours
21 June 2017
Aunty Jen, Violet and Jimmy come to meet our little Junebug.
Aunty Jen, Violet and Jimmy come to meet our little Junebug.
Juniper: 4 days and 4 hours
21 June 2017
Iriee antics while Juniper gets a feed.
Iriee antics while Juniper gets a feed.
Iris: 3 years
Juniper: 4 days
20 June 2017
Our big girl turns 3! Happy birthday Irenieee!
Our big girl turns 3! Happy birthday Irenieee!
Iris: 3 years
19 June 2017
First bath was an enjoyable success.
First bath was an enjoyable success.
Juniper: 2 days and 6 hours
19 June 2017
When Tom goes out, Lyon is quick to come and keep me and Juno company, the responsibility he has just got bigger.
When Tom goes out, Lyon is quick to come and keep me and Juno company, the responsibility he has just got bigger.
Lyon: 6 years and 1 month
18 June 2017
Granny and Poppa come to meet and cuddle 7.
Granny and Poppa come to meet and cuddle 7.
Juniper: 1 day, 7 hours and 20 minutes
18 June 2017
Talented air guitarist - like Daddy.
Talented air guitarist - like Daddy.
Juniper: 1 day, 6 hours and 13 minutes
18 June 2017
Peck sisters
Peck sisters
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 2 years and 11 months
Juniper: 1 day, 6 hours and 7 minutes
18 June 2017
Junipers first night at home! Once she settled shortly after midnight, she slept through to 6.30 (with a 4am feed).
Junipers first night at home! Once she settled shortly after midnight, she slept through to 6.30 (with a 4am feed).
Juniper: 23 hours, 35 minutes and 48 seconds
18 June 2017
Iris cuddles her new sister.
Iris cuddles her new sister.
Iris: 2 years and 11 months
Juniper: 21 hours, 44 minutes and 56 seconds
17 June 2017
Grandad gets some Juniper cuddles.
Grandad gets some Juniper cuddles.
Juniper: 9 hours, 43 minutes and 25 seconds
17 June 2017
Mini Gandalf ready to head home.
Mini Gandalf ready to head home.
Juniper: 4 hours, 44 minutes and 13 seconds
17 June 2017
Olive and Iris get to meet Juniper! Both extremely excited to see their long awaited little sister for the first time.
Olive and Iris get to meet Juniper! Both extremely excited to see their long awaited little sister for the first time.
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 2 years and 11 months
Juniper: 3 hours, 4 minutes and 15 seconds
17 June 2017
Nan and Grandad bring the girls to meet bubs.
Nan and Grandad bring the girls to meet bubs.
Olive: 5 years and 4 months
Iris: 2 years and 11 months
Juniper: 3 hours and 5 seconds
17 June 2017
Introducing Juniper Florence Peck (June) to the Peck family! 4.06kg, born at 9.35am 17/6/17 - 5 days ahead of her due date.
Introducing Juniper Florence Peck (June) to the Peck family! 4.06kg, born at 9.35am 17/6/17 - 5 days ahead of her due date.
Juniper: 2 hours, 46 minutes and 48 seconds
29 May 2017
Daddy has stepped up for swimming with iris in his lunchtime. I think they both enjoy themselves.
Daddy has stepped up for swimming with iris in his lunchtime. I think they both enjoy themselves.
Iris: 2 years and 11 months
28 May 2017
Poppas 68th at Jen and Daves new house! They've finally moved in and the place is looking amazing.
Poppas 68th at Jen and Daves new house! They've finally moved in and the place is looking amazing.
27 May 2017
Daddy competed in the 12k Tough Guy Challenge with workmates and came second! Must have the been the family support.
Daddy competed in the 12k Tough Guy Challenge with workmates and came second! Must have the been the family support.
26 May 2017
Second kindy drop off went well. Waved to me from the window and no tears! I wonder how Monday will go. Came back to find her on the swing yet again.
Second kindy drop off went well. Waved to me from the window and no tears! I wonder how Monday will go. Came back to find her on the swing yet again.
Iris: 2 years and 11 months
20 May 2017
Bunk building in one day. $400 of timber, sketchup plan, father son duo and voila! Top bunk is built. The girls are super excited, mummy is sad Iris is moving out of her room but onwards and upwards! Now to whitewash the bunk.... in oh 2 years most likely!
Bunk building in one day. $400 of timber, sketchup plan, father son duo and voila! Top bunk is built. The girls are super excited, mummy is sad Iris is moving out of her room but onwards and upwards! Now to whitewash the bunk.... in oh 2 years most likely!
13 May 2017
With a new hybrid starter (a mix of Nans and Nicky's), I'm finally having success with sourdough loaves! This one was amazing and demolished in half a day...
With a new hybrid starter (a mix of Nans and Nicky's), I'm finally having success with sourdough loaves! This one was amazing and demolished in half a day...
08 May 2017
A Sydney wedding at palm beach with no kids! Well a bump! It was a stunning venue and a lovely family affair. Almost relaxing!
A Sydney wedding at palm beach with no kids! Well a bump! It was a stunning venue and a lovely family affair. Almost relaxing!
08 May 2017
Family wedding photo shoot style.
Family wedding photo shoot style.
07 May 2017
With Mummy away in Sydney, Daddy took the girls for a sleepover at Granny and Poppas. A day of beer and bread making for the adults while the kids played happily followed by a great nights sleep.
With Mummy away in Sydney, Daddy took the girls for a sleepover at Granny and Poppas. A day of beer and bread making for the adults while the kids played happily followed by a great nights sleep.
06 May 2017
Morning one with mummy away! Happy girls = happy Daddy.
Morning one with mummy away! Happy girls = happy Daddy.
Olive: 5 years and 2 months
Iris: 2 years and 10 months
05 May 2017
Daddy gets to take Iris to kindy. She had a great time getting into everything.
Daddy gets to take Iris to kindy. She had a great time getting into everything.
Iris: 2 years and 10 months
03 May 2017
Olive was super excited by her first netball session at lunchtime, so much so that she wore her uniform all afternoon.
Olive was super excited by her first netball session at lunchtime, so much so that she wore her uniform all afternoon.
Olive: 5 years and 2 months
02 May 2017
Iris has started kindy! She is very excited! Feels weird to be back so soon too.
Iris has started kindy! She is very excited! Feels weird to be back so soon too.
Iris: 2 years and 10 months
30 April 2017
Sabine's party with face painting!
Sabine's party with face painting!
Olive: 5 years and 2 months
30 April 2017
A great day in featherston at a wax encaustic workshop with Lana. Will be setting it up at home! It was so much fun!
A great day in featherston at a wax encaustic workshop with Lana. Will be setting it up at home! It was so much fun!
29 April 2017
Daddy gets to take the girls to Hazel's 5th birthday party.
Daddy gets to take the girls to Hazel's 5th birthday party.
Olive: 5 years and 2 months
Iris: 2 years and 10 months
27 April 2017
A visit up the coast to catchup with nat & Anna and kids and to see paper shaper show and playground action.
A visit up the coast to catchup with nat & Anna and kids and to see paper shaper show and playground action.
25 April 2017
A lovely scroll along the waterfront, Olive practicing on the big scooter and Iris really getting the hang of the little scooter before lunch at the crab shack with the Grandies.
A lovely scroll along the waterfront, Olive practicing on the big scooter and Iris really getting the hang of the little scooter before lunch at the crab shack with the Grandies.
24 April 2017
Who knew going to kpc in holidays would be so exciting for the kids, while the mummies painted!
Who knew going to kpc in holidays would be so exciting for the kids, while the mummies painted!
22 April 2017
We went on a fun little bush walk through Karori bush before rewarding ourselves with milkshakes at the cafe.
We went on a fun little bush walk through Karori bush before rewarding ourselves with milkshakes at the cafe.
21 April 2017
Avalon park with the cuzzies. They really enjoyed the water stream, very hard to keep track of your kids though!
Avalon park with the cuzzies. They really enjoyed the water stream, very hard to keep track of your kids though!
17 April 2017
Another weekend, another planter built! This one has been on the cards for years to stop the cheeky chickens from kicking stuff onto our path.
Another weekend, another planter built! This one has been on the cards for years to stop the cheeky chickens from kicking stuff onto our path.
16 April 2017
Easter Sunday! With an Easter egg hunt with self decorated baskets, a nice spread and a game of deck soccer.
Easter Sunday! With an Easter egg hunt with self decorated baskets, a nice spread and a game of deck soccer.
15 April 2017
DIY Easter! Tom has nearly finished off the planter so before we were off at a wedding we were filling planters with a trailer full of soil, the girls loved mucking in on the trailer.
DIY Easter! Tom has nearly finished off the planter so before we were off at a wedding we were filling planters with a trailer full of soil, the girls loved mucking in on the trailer.
14 April 2017
Got wood! Finally. First delivery in two years. Olive and loved helping to sort out the pile. Had it shifted to the wood box in a day! A record.
Got wood! Finally. First delivery in two years. Olive and loved helping to sort out the pile. Had it shifted to the wood box in a day! A record.
Olive: 5 years and 1 month
14 April 2017
Nan and Grandad join us for Easter Friday hot cross buns and ciabatta.
Nan and Grandad join us for Easter Friday hot cross buns and ciabatta.
12 April 2017
A wee drive up to Waikanae to see the Woods from the U.K. Ava has grown up so much! Nice to met little Max too.
A wee drive up to Waikanae to see the Woods from the U.K. Ava has grown up so much! Nice to met little Max too.
09 April 2017
Telling her friends about dinosaurs.
Telling her friends about dinosaurs.
Iris: 2 years and 9 months
08 April 2017
The take home spread from our one day bread course. Full on day baking ciabatta, brioche, doughnuts, bread rolls, hot cross buns and pizza dough.
The take home spread from our one day bread course. Full on day baking ciabatta, brioche, doughnuts, bread rolls, hot cross buns and pizza dough.
07 April 2017
Iris got into dress ups today - a few! And started to get the hang of the sandpit digger!
Iris got into dress ups today - a few! And started to get the hang of the sandpit digger!
Iris: 2 years and 9 months
01 April 2017
What's this? The start of another planter?!?
What's this? The start of another planter?!?
01 April 2017
A fun day out at Olives school fair with Granny and Poppa. Candy floss, merrygoround, jumping castle, petting zoo and Olive so excited to show us around her new school.
A fun day out at Olives school fair with Granny and Poppa. Candy floss, merrygoround, jumping castle, petting zoo and Olive so excited to show us around her new school.
Olive: 5 years and 1 month
31 March 2017
Iris getting into our kpc recycled water fountain.
Iris getting into our kpc recycled water fountain.
Iris: 2 years and 9 months
28 March 2017
Iris has been napping on and off. Usually quite good at saying she is tired. Today she was tired but resisted. After school pickup, she wanted to go to bed, I said go for it knowing it was full of blocks, 10mins later asleep. Never saw it coming.
Iris has been napping on and off. Usually quite good at saying she is tired. Today she was tired but resisted. After school pickup, she wanted to go to bed, I said go for it knowing it was full of blocks, 10mins later asleep. Never saw it coming.
Iris: 2 years and 9 months
27 March 2017
Friendly cat on our way to Kpc this morning
Friendly cat on our way to Kpc this morning
Iris: 2 years and 9 months
26 March 2017
Waterloo fair was fun with Ant. Olive won two chocolate bars!
Waterloo fair was fun with Ant. Olive won two chocolate bars!
25 March 2017
Iris's first people! So proud.
Iris's first people! So proud.
Iris: 2 years and 9 months
25 March 2017
While Daddy was away we had a sleepover at Nandads (as Iris calls them) even managed the bunks! Early wake up with Olive upset at the top of the bunks but they both slept well. Pancakes for breakfast to boot!
While Daddy was away we had a sleepover at Nandads (as Iris calls them) even managed the bunks! Early wake up with Olive upset at the top of the bunks but they both slept well. Pancakes for breakfast to boot!
09 March 2017
Olives latest artwork at school of her family. We have all become very colorful and detailed!
Olives latest artwork at school of her family. We have all become very colorful and detailed!
Olive: 5 years
06 March 2017
Milk marbling with Scarlett and chocolate cake cup magic
Milk marbling with Scarlett and chocolate cake cup magic
Iris: 2 years and 8 months
04 March 2017
The side comes off the cot! Iris was super excited to go to bed and hop in herself.
The side comes off the cot! Iris was super excited to go to bed and hop in herself.
Iris: 2 years and 8 months
27 February 2017
Iris getting used to being KPC without big sister. Bubble blowing art! Seems happy to play at times away from me.
Iris getting used to being KPC without big sister. Bubble blowing art! Seems happy to play at times away from me.
Iris: 2 years and 8 months
26 February 2017
Ice rocks, fish and chips, princess storm troopers, bananas and a glistening cake! All at Anthony's birthday party.
Ice rocks, fish and chips, princess storm troopers, bananas and a glistening cake! All at Anthony's birthday party.
25 February 2017
Bubble man bubble show! Such a hit with the kids. Especially the square bubble.
Bubble man bubble show! Such a hit with the kids. Especially the square bubble.
Olive: 5 years
Iris: 2 years and 8 months
20 February 2017
On the hottest day after early school pickup we hit the beach. Best day ever. Oli was great to drop off at school, Iris was happy at playcenter and bonus beach swim.
On the hottest day after early school pickup we hit the beach. Best day ever. Oli was great to drop off at school, Iris was happy at playcenter and bonus beach swim.
Olive: 5 years
Iris: 2 years and 8 months
19 February 2017
Karori karnival! A day of 4 seasons, finishing in sun and humidity. Mummy did 3 hours of face painting while the girls and daddy did the bouncy castles.
Karori karnival! A day of 4 seasons, finishing in sun and humidity. Mummy did 3 hours of face painting while the girls and daddy did the bouncy castles.
18 February 2017
My big five year old rapunzel.
My big five year old rapunzel.
Olive: 5 years
18 February 2017
Party Day! at Sunshine Kindy. Olive felt very special in the rapunzel dress and enjoyed pass the parcel, lunch, playground fun and finished with Ice cream sundaes
Party Day! at Sunshine Kindy. Olive felt very special in the rapunzel dress and enjoyed pass the parcel, lunch, playground fun and finished with Ice cream sundaes
Olive: 5 years
15 February 2017
Happy last day for Olive (my baby) handing out little farewell gifts with Hazel and Sabine.
Happy last day for Olive (my baby) handing out little farewell gifts with Hazel and Sabine.
Olive: 5 years
15 February 2017
Olives "happy last day" at kindy! She had her two kindy besties up front with her to say her farewell's.
Olives "happy last day" at kindy! She had her two kindy besties up front with her to say her farewell's.
Olive: 5 years
15 February 2017
Olive turns 5! A few morning presents before off to her happy last day at kindy.
Olive turns 5! A few morning presents before off to her happy last day at kindy.
Olive: 5 years
14 February 2017
And so the birthday prep starts... rapunzel hair! Girls loved helping wind the wool and olive enjoyed plaiting the great hair!
And so the birthday prep starts... rapunzel hair! Girls loved helping wind the wool and olive enjoyed plaiting the great hair!
Olive: 4 years and 11 months
08 February 2017
His Masters Voice. Lyon returns from having a lump removed from his cheek. Poor guy has to wear the cone until the stitches are good. Dog flap is closed for the interim!
His Masters Voice. Lyon returns from having a lump removed from his cheek. Poor guy has to wear the cone until the stitches are good. Dog flap is closed for the interim!
Lyon: 5 years and 9 months
06 February 2017
Daddy's old marbles make an appearance and keep the girls amused all afternoon.
Daddy's old marbles make an appearance and keep the girls amused all afternoon.
Olive: 4 years and 11 months
Iris: 2 years and 7 months
05 February 2017
My girls (and Dot).
My girls (and Dot).
Olive: 4 years and 11 months
Iris: 2 years and 7 months
Juniper: -4 months and 11 days
04 February 2017
First sunny summer day in a while. Nice catchup with school mates. Olive and Iris did really well playing with Jonty and amusing themselves while we chatted. Mia and Sebastian reminded us what little babies are like again!
First sunny summer day in a while. Nice catchup with school mates. Olive and Iris did really well playing with Jonty and amusing themselves while we chatted. Mia and Sebastian reminded us what little babies are like again!
04 February 2017
Woke at 3am to kneed this bad boy to make sure it was ready for lunch. A tasty wholemeal Pain de Campagne.
Woke at 3am to kneed this bad boy to make sure it was ready for lunch. A tasty wholemeal Pain de Campagne.
30 January 2017
A spot of colour today
A spot of colour today
Olive: 4 years and 11 months
Iris: 2 years and 7 months
28 January 2017
A run I've looked forward to for a while - the Jumbo Holdsworth loop in the Tararuas. An early start to drive to the Wairapa - but what a great race! Over 3 hours of intrepid journeying.
A run I've looked forward to for a while - the Jumbo Holdsworth loop in the Tararuas. An early start to drive to the Wairapa - but what a great race! Over 3 hours of intrepid journeying.
27 January 2017
We visited Olives school (Karori West) and met her teacher in her classroom. Lovely teacher and what a great classroom! Olive and Iris had a ball playing with all the toys and crafty stuff.
We visited Olives school (Karori West) and met her teacher in her classroom. Lovely teacher and what a great classroom! Olive and Iris had a ball playing with all the toys and crafty stuff.
Olive: 4 years and 11 months
23 January 2017
We went to the weta workshop bug exhibition at Te papa over the long weekend. I think it didn't help Iris's love of bugs (she didn't really like the huge models of insects) Olive however thought it was great.
We went to the weta workshop bug exhibition at Te papa over the long weekend. I think it didn't help Iris's love of bugs (she didn't really like the huge models of insects) Olive however thought it was great.
Olive: 4 years and 11 months
21 January 2017
Our Christmas bench is getting a home! Well just getting started! Clearing up for a treehouse too.
Our Christmas bench is getting a home! Well just getting started! Clearing up for a treehouse too.
20 January 2017
Worm obsessed after Anthony's magic worm! Fun lunch with cousins followed by worm hunt. Last day of holidays.
Worm obsessed after Anthony's magic worm! Fun lunch with cousins followed by worm hunt. Last day of holidays.
Olive: 4 years and 11 months
Iris: 2 years and 7 months
19 January 2017
Girly overload with Jessie (old friend from kindy) soon to be school friend!
Girly overload with Jessie (old friend from kindy) soon to be school friend!
Olive: 4 years and 11 months
16 January 2017
My cheap $20 'old lady rose arch' wasn't built to last and blowing with the wind and I was at a lost what to do but randomly our Neighbour was getting rid of their super heavy duty one so all solved! I have finally managed to make my top tier garden with hostas around the cherry tree. Job satisfaction, tick.
My cheap $20 'old lady rose arch' wasn't built to last and blowing with the wind and I was at a lost what to do but randomly our Neighbour was getting rid of their super heavy duty one so all solved! I have finally managed to make my top tier garden with hostas around the cherry tree. Job satisfaction, tick.
16 January 2017
After fun collecting shells at the Mount, the interest in our shell collections has been lots of fun. (Daddy's is better than Mummy's)
After fun collecting shells at the Mount, the interest in our shell collections has been lots of fun. (Daddy's is better than Mummy's)
Olive: 4 years and 11 months
Iris: 2 years and 6 months
13 January 2017
We got lucky one morning when Iris woke early but went back to sleep in our bed! Princess is her favorite toy called Angela ballerina.
We got lucky one morning when Iris woke early but went back to sleep in our bed! Princess is her favorite toy called Angela ballerina.
Iris: 2 years and 6 months
04 January 2017
Getting back to normality after the Turner season is over. The garden has gone crazy too.
Getting back to normality after the Turner season is over. The garden has gone crazy too.
Olive: 4 years and 10 months
Iris: 2 years and 6 months
04 January 2017
Jungle after two week holiday! Lots of weeding!
Jungle after two week holiday! Lots of weeding!
31 December 2016
We braved the wind and found a sheltered spot on Makara Beach to cook sausages and toast marsh mellows! Had a great time.
We braved the wind and found a sheltered spot on Makara Beach to cook sausages and toast marsh mellows! Had a great time.
29 December 2016
Milla came over for a cousin play date. Cookie cutting, tea party and playing shop. Busy morning but lovely to see three playing together.
Milla came over for a cousin play date. Cookie cutting, tea party and playing shop. Busy morning but lovely to see three playing together.
28 December 2016
Since Lachie had a sleepover in August, Ali was keen on one too! Second sleepover for Oli, it was rather relaxing having three! Bath, pizzas, books and bed! Olive swapped beds at 4am with Daddy but overall, not a bad result!
Since Lachie had a sleepover in August, Ali was keen on one too! Second sleepover for Oli, it was rather relaxing having three! Bath, pizzas, books and bed! Olive swapped beds at 4am with Daddy but overall, not a bad result!
Olive: 4 years and 10 months
27 December 2016
We hosted a relaxing Peck Christmas lunch and the kids got to open even more presents. The kids all had a great time and the dads managed a 5 beer brew taster.
We hosted a relaxing Peck Christmas lunch and the kids got to open even more presents. The kids all had a great time and the dads managed a 5 beer brew taster.
25 December 2016
Turner Christmas dinner at Helen and Robins. A fantastic spread of meats and salads including my first cooked turkey (slightly over cooked but made up with the gravy).
Turner Christmas dinner at Helen and Robins. A fantastic spread of meats and salads including my first cooked turkey (slightly over cooked but made up with the gravy).
25 December 2016
Turner Clan Christmas 2016
Turner Clan Christmas 2016
25 December 2016
We hosted a Christmas morning brunch for the Turner Clan. The weather played ball and the kids were super excited to open presents from each other.
We hosted a Christmas morning brunch for the Turner Clan. The weather played ball and the kids were super excited to open presents from each other.
25 December 2016
Opening presents from each other on Christmas morning.
Opening presents from each other on Christmas morning.
Olive: 4 years and 10 months
Iris: 2 years and 6 months
22 December 2016
We wandered over the old railway bridge to Tauranga to visit the lovely Hairy Maclary statues and playground.
We wandered over the old railway bridge to Tauranga to visit the lovely Hairy Maclary statues and playground.
22 December 2016
Shots from the top of the mount where Tom ran up on three occasions.
Shots from the top of the mount where Tom ran up on three occasions.
21 December 2016
The big kids.
The big kids.
Olive: 4 years and 10 months
20 December 2016
We made it to the beach most days as the weather was fantastic. The kids loved playing in the sand and the bigger kids enjoyed jumping waves and getting wet.
We made it to the beach most days as the weather was fantastic. The kids loved playing in the sand and the bigger kids enjoyed jumping waves and getting wet.
20 December 2016
Archie Barchie
Archie Barchie
19 December 2016
We managed a walk around the mount with the kids. Iris surprised us with hopping out of the buggy half way and literally running the second half of the walk. Olive loved following the goat tracks with Ali.
We managed a walk around the mount with the kids. Iris surprised us with hopping out of the buggy half way and literally running the second half of the walk. Olive loved following the goat tracks with Ali.
Olive: 4 years and 10 months
Iris: 2 years and 5 months
18 December 2016
Couch time at the mount.
Couch time at the mount.
17 December 2016
Let the fun begin at the biannual Turner-Pant-Peck gathering at Mount Maunganui!
Let the fun begin at the biannual Turner-Pant-Peck gathering at Mount Maunganui!
17 December 2016
So the holiday begins with Taupo. The kids are getting a lot better in the car, so five hours went by okay. We enjoyed a lake ride and a night before moving onto the Mt, and Turner clan maddness.
So the holiday begins with Taupo. The kids are getting a lot better in the car, so five hours went by okay. We enjoyed a lake ride and a night before moving onto the Mt, and Turner clan maddness.
14 December 2016
It has finally happened! Olive has had a whole lesson in the pool without me! She did so well and had fun too. Have we turned a corner? Did sone awesome bubbles with her head mostly covered. A great way to finish the term.
It has finally happened! Olive has had a whole lesson in the pool without me! She did so well and had fun too. Have we turned a corner? Did sone awesome bubbles with her head mostly covered. A great way to finish the term.
Olive: 4 years and 9 months
14 December 2016
Christmas nuts for kindy decorated by Olive.
Christmas nuts for kindy decorated by Olive.
Olive: 4 years and 9 months
12 December 2016
No car today so our flattie can be replaced, lucky it happened before our trip! So we walked into k town and got our freebie sunglasses because we are nearly a school kid!
No car today so our flattie can be replaced, lucky it happened before our trip! So we walked into k town and got our freebie sunglasses because we are nearly a school kid!
Olive: 4 years and 9 months
Iris: 2 years and 5 months
11 December 2016
A lovely afternoon at the old Hutt boys Christmas party this year hosted by Josh and Kate at their beautiful waterfront mansion.
A lovely afternoon at the old Hutt boys Christmas party this year hosted by Josh and Kate at their beautiful waterfront mansion.
07 December 2016
My girls
My girls
Olive: 4 years and 9 months
Iris: 2 years and 5 months
07 December 2016
This term we took the plunge with easy swim and I wish we had done it sooner. Anthony and Lana joined our private lessons (small class) which was really lovely too. Olive has come a long way since the first session of not putting on a hat and goggles to letting Bec the teacher float olive on her back and tummy with bubbles. The end goal being able to put her head under which she doesn't like doing yet! But her bubbles are getting most of her face wet so we are getting there!
This term we took the plunge with easy swim and I wish we had done it sooner. Anthony and Lana joined our private lessons (small class) which was really lovely too. Olive has come a long way since the first session of not putting on a hat and goggles to letting Bec the teacher float olive on her back and tummy with bubbles. The end goal being able to put her head under which she doesn't like doing yet! But her bubbles are getting most of her face wet so we are getting there!
Olive: 4 years and 9 months
06 December 2016
12 week scan of Dot! Our number three on the way! Everything is looking fine, due date of June 22, 2017 and funnily enough, this is 3 years to the minute that we had Iris' 12 week scan!
12 week scan of Dot! Our number three on the way! Everything is looking fine, due date of June 22, 2017 and funnily enough, this is 3 years to the minute that we had Iris' 12 week scan!
Juniper: -6 months and 10 days
05 December 2016
A nice family affair for Gini's birthday this year with yummy pizza followed by cake on Monday and beef fillet with bernaise sauce expertly cooked by Nan at Nan and Grandads on Tuesday.
A nice family affair for Gini's birthday this year with yummy pizza followed by cake on Monday and beef fillet with bernaise sauce expertly cooked by Nan at Nan and Grandads on Tuesday.
03 December 2016
We decided to splash out on a long term Christmas tree this year. It's all of a sudden feeling a little Christmassy around here!
We decided to splash out on a long term Christmas tree this year. It's all of a sudden feeling a little Christmassy around here!
02 December 2016
Second to last Tamariki Nui session. We finally got a fine morning to head out to Makara beach for rock pools and fire cooked mashmellows and damper. This has been a fantastic session and a privileged to be part of, the benefits for the kids is awesome.
Second to last Tamariki Nui session. We finally got a fine morning to head out to Makara beach for rock pools and fire cooked mashmellows and damper. This has been a fantastic session and a privileged to be part of, the benefits for the kids is awesome.
Olive: 4 years and 9 months
01 December 2016
Day 1 with our new couch. Olive was super excited when she got home from kindy, the girls happily played in the box house outside all afternoon while mummy snoozed on the couch. Bliss.
Day 1 with our new couch. Olive was super excited when she got home from kindy, the girls happily played in the box house outside all afternoon while mummy snoozed on the couch. Bliss.
01 December 2016
Christmas came early this year! And has already been pooped on by a bird who'd eaten too many berries!
Christmas came early this year! And has already been pooped on by a bird who'd eaten too many berries!
29 November 2016
I think it is fair to say iris has inherited my nose lip thing. We have also had a few good dinners out of iris lately! Hooray!
I think it is fair to say iris has inherited my nose lip thing. We have also had a few good dinners out of iris lately! Hooray!
Iris: 2 years and 5 months
29 November 2016
Last ballet lesson with a surprised professional dancer to inspire! Olive didn't enjoy the extra audience so sat out her dance which was a little disappointing- oh well next time!
Last ballet lesson with a surprised professional dancer to inspire! Olive didn't enjoy the extra audience so sat out her dance which was a little disappointing- oh well next time!
Olive: 4 years and 9 months
13 November 2016
The hedge numbers are planted! Just need a new letterbox and it's another project done!
The hedge numbers are planted! Just need a new letterbox and it's another project done!
11 November 2016
F&C's with seven girls! The dads got quite a surprise when faced with 7 girls as they arrived for dinner.
F&C's with seven girls! The dads got quite a surprise when faced with 7 girls as they arrived for dinner.
11 November 2016
We went horse riding for tamariki Nui today. Olive wasn't too sure of the horses but was happy to pat and groom them. Maybe next time a ride?...
We went horse riding for tamariki Nui today. Olive wasn't too sure of the horses but was happy to pat and groom them. Maybe next time a ride?...
Olive: 4 years and 8 months
06 November 2016
Jumping frogs, flowers and hearts. Signed by Olive.
Jumping frogs, flowers and hearts. Signed by Olive.
Olive: 4 years and 8 months
05 November 2016
An impromptu BBQ and fireworks at the Prosser's! Iris was a little worried to go outside but the rest of the kids loved it.
An impromptu BBQ and fireworks at the Prosser's! Iris was a little worried to go outside but the rest of the kids loved it.
Iris: 2 years and 4 months
05 November 2016
Water play table from the toy library. Summer is on it's way!?
Water play table from the toy library. Summer is on it's way!?
Olive: 4 years and 8 months
Iris: 2 years and 4 months
03 November 2016
"Take a photo!"
"Take a photo!"
Iris: 2 years and 4 months
02 November 2016
Iris Does Gym Tots! On her first visit Iris had a little try of everything and observed the other children exploring at gym tots. On her second time Iris was confident enough to explore a variety of activities. As usual, we put on the yellow top and had a short walk to gym tots. After listening to the instructors and a little stretch and a game, Iris was set off to play! Iris looked around and walked to the soft cushion first. She hopped on one of them and observed others playing and running around. After a while, she jumped off the cushion and ran to the tunnel. She tried everything confidently. Great work Iris! You were using you big muscles while you were doing some crawling, climbing and running. You were building up the control of your little muscles while picking up a ball. Meanwhile, you were developing the confidence of controlling your own body. Ka pai!
Iris Does Gym Tots! On her first visit Iris had a little try of everything and observed the other children exploring at gym tots. On her second time Iris was confident enough to explore a variety of activities. As usual, we put on the yellow top and had a short walk to gym tots. After listening to the instructors and a little stretch and a game, Iris was set off to play! Iris looked around and walked to the soft cushion first. She hopped on one of them and observed others playing and running around. After a while, she jumped off the cushion and ran to the tunnel. She tried everything confidently. Great work Iris! You were using you big muscles while you were doing some crawling, climbing and running. You were building up the control of your little muscles while picking up a ball. Meanwhile, you were developing the confidence of controlling your own body. Ka pai!
Iris: 2 years and 4 months
01 November 2016
Olive took her time showing Iris how to draw a cow.
Olive took her time showing Iris how to draw a cow.
Olive: 4 years and 8 months
Iris: 2 years and 4 months
29 October 2016
Daddy runs the Auckland Marathon! Mummy and the girls were even there to meet him at the finish line!
Daddy runs the Auckland Marathon! Mummy and the girls were even there to meet him at the finish line!
29 October 2016
Today we took the ferry across to Devonport (where Daddy was born) for a tasty lunch and a relax at the playground.
Today we took the ferry across to Devonport (where Daddy was born) for a tasty lunch and a relax at the playground.
29 October 2016
We took a wander down to the Viaduct on the waterfront to check out the big boats and the playground.
We took a wander down to the Viaduct on the waterfront to check out the big boats and the playground.
29 October 2016
A central Auckland office block where the workers are so busy they've put up post it note pictures on the windows - very clever.
A central Auckland office block where the workers are so busy they've put up post it note pictures on the windows - very clever.
28 October 2016
Our Auckland accommodation. Inner city living with a 21st story view! Includes an indoor swimming pool we've visited every day.
Our Auckland accommodation. Inner city living with a 21st story view! Includes an indoor swimming pool we've visited every day.
28 October 2016
Auckland zoo was a hit. Nice and small to cover in a morning out. The girls were excited to see animals we don't have I Wellington - elephants, rhino, zebra and giant turtles to name a few.
Auckland zoo was a hit. Nice and small to cover in a morning out. The girls were excited to see animals we don't have I Wellington - elephants, rhino, zebra and giant turtles to name a few.
27 October 2016
We had lunch at the Hamilton gardens and walked through the amazing garden rooms.
We had lunch at the Hamilton gardens and walked through the amazing garden rooms.
26 October 2016
Next stop on our way north was to Taupo. The weather wasn't so flash so we spent the one full day we had here at the AC baths where Olive absolutely loved the rope swing - and can now stand on the bottom in the big pool!
Next stop on our way north was to Taupo. The weather wasn't so flash so we spent the one full day we had here at the AC baths where Olive absolutely loved the rope swing - and can now stand on the bottom in the big pool!
23 October 2016
First stop on our tour to Auckland. Ohakune and we checked out the playground and its developments and a path to our village with nan and grandad.
First stop on our tour to Auckland. Ohakune and we checked out the playground and its developments and a path to our village with nan and grandad.
23 October 2016
We popped in on Nat and Marcus to meet their new arrival Sebastian! One day old today! Congratulations guys, he's gorgeous.
We popped in on Nat and Marcus to meet their new arrival Sebastian! One day old today! Congratulations guys, he's gorgeous.
20 October 2016
A private ballet class (no one else turned up!) for both the girls.
A private ballet class (no one else turned up!) for both the girls.
Olive: 4 years and 8 months
Iris: 2 years and 4 months
19 October 2016
A catchup with jonty and tiff.
A catchup with jonty and tiff.
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
18 October 2016
Pegboards are up! Pretty pleased.
Pegboards are up! Pretty pleased.
Olive: 4 years and 8 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
18 October 2016
Donut balls! Olive is a wiz in the kitchen and iris was focused for ages on flour and cups, all the way to the floor. Yum!
Donut balls! Olive is a wiz in the kitchen and iris was focused for ages on flour and cups, all the way to the floor. Yum!
Olive: 4 years and 8 months
16 October 2016
Iris's first party! She won two prizes at musical statues. Generally looked quite pleased to be there. Olive wasn't very happy about not being invited so ease the blow she got a special movie outing with ant and the dads.
Iris's first party! She won two prizes at musical statues. Generally looked quite pleased to be there. Olive wasn't very happy about not being invited so ease the blow she got a special movie outing with ant and the dads.
Olive: 4 years and 8 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
15 October 2016
We finally managed to see Dan and Kats new house in Aotea. Very grand with a fantastic view. The kids had fun running a mock and we didn't leave till after 8.30pm. Raging BBQ!
We finally managed to see Dan and Kats new house in Aotea. Very grand with a fantastic view. The kids had fun running a mock and we didn't leave till after 8.30pm. Raging BBQ!
14 October 2016
The kids peg painting boards are done! Just waiting on pegs now...
The kids peg painting boards are done! Just waiting on pegs now...
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
10 October 2016
Olive wasn't keen on going into ballet by herself so Iris helped support her and she loved it. Got right into everything. Hmmm... Olive enjoyed herself too.
Olive wasn't keen on going into ballet by herself so Iris helped support her and she loved it. Got right into everything. Hmmm... Olive enjoyed herself too.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
10 October 2016
Ballerina Sisters
Ballerina Sisters
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
07 October 2016
Another tooth out, another visit from the tooth fairy!
Another tooth out, another visit from the tooth fairy!
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
07 October 2016
Iris is appalling at dinner time at the moment. Won't even sit for a mouthful. This is where I found her after she run off. She thought it was hilarious.
Iris is appalling at dinner time at the moment. Won't even sit for a mouthful. This is where I found her after she run off. She thought it was hilarious.
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
05 October 2016
Olive was super excited to leave a letter and her tooth for the tooth fairy! Another wobbly one on the way...
Olive was super excited to leave a letter and her tooth for the tooth fairy! Another wobbly one on the way...
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
04 October 2016
Ballet Battles
Ballet Battles
04 October 2016
Our ballerinas.
Our ballerinas.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
03 October 2016
Play date with Mia & Amy at the botanical gardens to check out tulips and baby ducklings.
Play date with Mia & Amy at the botanical gardens to check out tulips and baby ducklings.
02 October 2016
Helping out tail docking the lambs at the Thompsons. The kids found it most entertaining watching the dads chasing the lambs around a small pen.
Helping out tail docking the lambs at the Thompsons. The kids found it most entertaining watching the dads chasing the lambs around a small pen.
01 October 2016
A belated birthday brunch at the new Petone waterfront cafe followed by fun at the beach.
A belated birthday brunch at the new Petone waterfront cafe followed by fun at the beach.
30 September 2016
The grandies took the girls to the zoo on a cracker Wellie day while I worked... We joined up for f&c's on the beach.
The grandies took the girls to the zoo on a cracker Wellie day while I worked... We joined up for f&c's on the beach.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
28 September 2016
Maggy the magnolia has finally flowered! I was thinking of chopping it down (not really) after 3 years of no flowering so it must have heard me. 6 flowers and 4 to come. I'm overjoyed!
Maggy the magnolia has finally flowered! I was thinking of chopping it down (not really) after 3 years of no flowering so it must have heard me. 6 flowers and 4 to come. I'm overjoyed!
28 September 2016
Caught up with nat & poppy, Anna & Eva, Mia for a play and park. The trees were the highlight. Being baby koalas.
Caught up with nat & poppy, Anna & Eva, Mia for a play and park. The trees were the highlight. Being baby koalas.
26 September 2016
Happy birthday daddy cake! Decorated by your girls.
Happy birthday daddy cake! Decorated by your girls.
24 September 2016
First adult tooth, pushing the little baby tooth out! Earlier than we expected but then she did get them early to begin with.
First adult tooth, pushing the little baby tooth out! Earlier than we expected but then she did get them early to begin with.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
24 September 2016
Just one of Iris's 'cool' dress ups.
Just one of Iris's 'cool' dress ups.
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
24 September 2016
The start of a new outdoor project - must be summer coming!
The start of a new outdoor project - must be summer coming!
24 September 2016
Jessie's fifth birthday! Olives best friend at Kindy.
Jessie's fifth birthday! Olives best friend at Kindy.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
23 September 2016
Nan bought around mini garden pots which were herb & veges to plant! Magic soil too!
Nan bought around mini garden pots which were herb & veges to plant! Magic soil too!
23 September 2016
Last day of the term at Kpc and guess what landed on our field! A helicopter! Olive was super excited and later in the day practiced helicopter swing ikea dolly style. Iris though it was noisy.
Last day of the term at Kpc and guess what landed on our field! A helicopter! Olive was super excited and later in the day practiced helicopter swing ikea dolly style. Iris though it was noisy.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
22 September 2016
Bye bye to our Brisbane Turner clan. A lovely warm week of fun family time. Plane home went well too. Got home and got straight into our onesies! Cold!
Bye bye to our Brisbane Turner clan. A lovely warm week of fun family time. Plane home went well too. Got home and got straight into our onesies! Cold!
22 September 2016
How would we ever survive a flight without iPads? Olive was in heaven. Iris took a bit of entertaining towards the end but was pretty good as well.
How would we ever survive a flight without iPads? Olive was in heaven. Iris took a bit of entertaining towards the end but was pretty good as well.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
21 September 2016
A wet weather day so we ventured to the movies! Pets. Lots of fun and Iris sat through the whole thing on Dads knee.
A wet weather day so we ventured to the movies! Pets. Lots of fun and Iris sat through the whole thing on Dads knee.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 3 months
20 September 2016
Making most of the beautiful Brisbane weather we ventured to South Bank for ice creams and a crazy fun time in the water.
Making most of the beautiful Brisbane weather we ventured to South Bank for ice creams and a crazy fun time in the water.
19 September 2016
Cuddling chicks and feeding kangaroos at Lone Pine koala sanctuary.
Cuddling chicks and feeding kangaroos at Lone Pine koala sanctuary.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 2 months
18 September 2016
3 mermaids at the beach
3 mermaids at the beach
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 2 months
17 September 2016
Story time with the Uncles (as Iris would call them).
Story time with the Uncles (as Iris would call them).
17 September 2016
We took a wander around Maleny Bird Park and botanical gardens.
We took a wander around Maleny Bird Park and botanical gardens.
16 September 2016
The view from our AirB&B accommodation in Mooloolibar.
The view from our AirB&B accommodation in Mooloolibar.
16 September 2016
We visited Sea Life and the girls absolutely loved it. Aquariums and a seal show.
We visited Sea Life and the girls absolutely loved it. Aquariums and a seal show.
Olive: 4 years and 7 months
Iris: 2 years and 2 months
16 September 2016
Cuddles with Archie!
Cuddles with Archie!
14 September 2016
We made it to our flight! The girls very excited. Will see how they cope with the 3.45am wake up call. And us!
We made it to our flight! The girls very excited. Will see how they cope with the 3.45am wake up call. And us!
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
Iris: 2 years and 2 months
11 September 2016
We enjoyed a beautiful day out in Carterton picking daffodils and enjoying what the food stalls had to offer. It was a hot day! Iris however didn’t nap...
We enjoyed a beautiful day out in Carterton picking daffodils and enjoying what the food stalls had to offer. It was a hot day! Iris however didn’t nap...
08 September 2016
Just when we thought it was spring! Mummy had fun running in hail while the kids enjoyed collecting it all before day had begun.
Just when we thought it was spring! Mummy had fun running in hail while the kids enjoyed collecting it all before day had begun.
07 September 2016
Iris hits the park circle with a few friends, Chloe & Amy. We managed a lap before it Bucketed down.
Iris hits the park circle with a few friends, Chloe & Amy. We managed a lap before it Bucketed down.
Iris: 2 years and 2 months
06 September 2016
Toilet training is going reasonably well since iris is leading the charge. Loves knickers and has started telling us when she needs to go which can be every 10mins, great start...
Toilet training is going reasonably well since iris is leading the charge. Loves knickers and has started telling us when she needs to go which can be every 10mins, great start...
Iris: 2 years and 2 months
05 September 2016
The block towers for animals continues...
The block towers for animals continues...
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
04 September 2016
Happy grandad day. Another amazing creation by Olive: portrait of the whole Turner clan. Initials on the their tummies. Grandad in the middle with glasses.
Happy grandad day. Another amazing creation by Olive: portrait of the whole Turner clan. Initials on the their tummies. Grandad in the middle with glasses.
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
04 September 2016
A great daddy day! A nice run with the fur child, yum croissant brunch followed by taking the girls out to the aquarium and milkshakes at the chocolate fish cafe! Not to mention the lovely family portrait by Olive now sitting proudly on my desk at work.
A great daddy day! A nice run with the fur child, yum croissant brunch followed by taking the girls out to the aquarium and milkshakes at the chocolate fish cafe! Not to mention the lovely family portrait by Olive now sitting proudly on my desk at work.
03 September 2016
A fun game of throw dollies in the tree. Kept Olive amused for ages.
A fun game of throw dollies in the tree. Kept Olive amused for ages.
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
03 September 2016
Sun and sand. A glorious day so we had f&c's on the beach.
Sun and sand. A glorious day so we had f&c's on the beach.
03 September 2016
Beach Bunnies
Beach Bunnies
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
Iris: 2 years and 2 months
28 August 2016
First dinner out with both kids... We went with the Wohlers to our local One Fat Bird. It went quite well! Ant and Oli were super excited.
First dinner out with both kids... We went with the Wohlers to our local One Fat Bird. It went quite well! Ant and Oli were super excited.
28 August 2016
Second party of the weekend! Caterina's Frozen Playcentre party!
Second party of the weekend! Caterina's Frozen Playcentre party!
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
27 August 2016
Mia's fifth birthday party at Junglerama was a big hit. Lower Hutt is so much better than newtowns setup too. Olive was happy to go off and try everything, and super excited to play with Maia as mermaids. (recently left for school)
Mia's fifth birthday party at Junglerama was a big hit. Lower Hutt is so much better than newtowns setup too. Olive was happy to go off and try everything, and super excited to play with Maia as mermaids. (recently left for school)
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
26 August 2016
Olives most elaborate duplo creation yet. Always centered around housing animals. This one has a playground, school, bedrooms and balloon umbrellas!
Olives most elaborate duplo creation yet. Always centered around housing animals. This one has a playground, school, bedrooms and balloon umbrellas!
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
26 August 2016
For KPC Tamaraki Nui we visited SPCA in the old fever station (used to have tb patients). It is huge and very cool! We got to meet a curious bunny, lots of playful puppies and hiding kittens. They even do parties there! Olive loved patches the pup and how soft the bunny was.
For KPC Tamaraki Nui we visited SPCA in the old fever station (used to have tb patients). It is huge and very cool! We got to meet a curious bunny, lots of playful puppies and hiding kittens. They even do parties there! Olive loved patches the pup and how soft the bunny was.
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
23 August 2016
Iris and I popped into town for sushi with daddy. Love these sunny winter days.
Iris and I popped into town for sushi with daddy. Love these sunny winter days.
Iris: 2 years and 2 months
20 August 2016
Catchup with cuzzies with biking and bush fun. Followed by a yummy picnic in the sun. Love these winter days.
Catchup with cuzzies with biking and bush fun. Followed by a yummy picnic in the sun. Love these winter days.
19 August 2016
Tamaraki nui cable ride and garden fun today. We could fit three in our car!
Tamaraki nui cable ride and garden fun today. We could fit three in our car!
Olive: 4 years and 6 months
17 August 2016
Cheap Wednesday at the zoo so we headed there while oli was at Kindy (felt guilty!) wiry a few of iris's little buddies, Chloe, Olivia and from Kindy Elle & Naomi. Iris fascinated by the swinging chimps, muddy pigs and giraffes eating. She was a lot more engaged this time around too. Walked all the way so maybe next time no buggy?
Cheap Wednesday at the zoo so we headed there while oli was at Kindy (felt guilty!) wiry a few of iris's little buddies, Chloe, Olivia and from Kindy Elle & Naomi. Iris fascinated by the swinging chimps, muddy pigs and giraffes eating. She was a lot more engaged this time around too. Walked all the way so maybe next time no buggy?
Iris: 2 years and 1 month
14 August 2016
While we were away, nan and grandad kindly had a sleepover with the girls. They all did really well sleeping (iris even slept in!) nan took olive off to Maia's party which was a big deal too. Nice to know they were happy. Book another weekend?
While we were away, nan and grandad kindly had a sleepover with the girls. They all did really well sleeping (iris even slept in!) nan took olive off to Maia's party which was a big deal too. Nice to know they were happy. Book another weekend?
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years and 1 month
14 August 2016
Champagne brunch to celebrate Sarah's birthday at the Boat Shed waterfront cafe.
Champagne brunch to celebrate Sarah's birthday at the Boat Shed waterfront cafe.
14 August 2016
Four of us decided to run to the top of the gondola and back.
Four of us decided to run to the top of the gondola and back.
13 August 2016
Impeccable accommodation with a bath with a view! Plus a group shot from the deck.
Impeccable accommodation with a bath with a view! Plus a group shot from the deck.
13 August 2016
We managed to get a bluebird day for our one opportunity to hit the southern slopes. We decided on Coronet Peak and were not disappointed. Amazing scenery.
We managed to get a bluebird day for our one opportunity to hit the southern slopes. We decided on Coronet Peak and were not disappointed. Amazing scenery.
12 August 2016
Our fancy dinner out at Rata. Very tasty.
Our fancy dinner out at Rata. Very tasty.
12 August 2016
We made it to Queenstown for our first childless weekend away! Us and 5 other couples managed to make it down south for an action packed weekend.
We made it to Queenstown for our first childless weekend away! Us and 5 other couples managed to make it down south for an action packed weekend.
11 August 2016
Kindy photos this week, which gave me an opportunity to see olive playing with her friends which was so lovely. One of Olive's friends, Maia had her happy last day today and Olive was asked to be a helper and sit on a chair up the front. So proud.
Kindy photos this week, which gave me an opportunity to see olive playing with her friends which was so lovely. One of Olive's friends, Maia had her happy last day today and Olive was asked to be a helper and sit on a chair up the front. So proud.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
01 August 2016
Over the past few weeks (coincided with my food bag) these two have had such lovely play in the early evening before bath and dinner. Olive actually reads(from memory) iris books which is just amazing.
Over the past few weeks (coincided with my food bag) these two have had such lovely play in the early evening before bath and dinner. Olive actually reads(from memory) iris books which is just amazing.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years and 1 month
30 July 2016
First cuzzie sleepover! I had three kids in my own! Olive was running around saying "I'm princess jasmine" with Lachie chasing saying "and I'm a baddie" they all got on so well which was great to see. The best surprise was bedtime. They were great, not a peep, Olive was super excited to have Lachie on her pull out bed. But confused early this morning when he was gone. She wanted him to come back to bed. Maybe soon the girls can bunk up.
First cuzzie sleepover! I had three kids in my own! Olive was running around saying "I'm princess jasmine" with Lachie chasing saying "and I'm a baddie" they all got on so well which was great to see. The best surprise was bedtime. They were great, not a peep, Olive was super excited to have Lachie on her pull out bed. But confused early this morning when he was gone. She wanted him to come back to bed. Maybe soon the girls can bunk up.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years and 1 month
30 July 2016
String game, sushi, Wonder Woman and a game of basketball with the boys. A nice and relaxing affair at Violets 4th birthday party.
String game, sushi, Wonder Woman and a game of basketball with the boys. A nice and relaxing affair at Violets 4th birthday party.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
30 July 2016
Barbie bungy created by me (nearly 30 years ago) nice to see Olive doing really well at leading the pack and prescribing turn taking, both the big kids including Iris in the game was great too.
Barbie bungy created by me (nearly 30 years ago) nice to see Olive doing really well at leading the pack and prescribing turn taking, both the big kids including Iris in the game was great too.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years and 1 month
29 July 2016
It seems they walked away from Disney on ice with sock skating skills. We had dinner and skating shows at Nan & Grandads. I adore seeing the cousins playing so well, it has been so great getting know Lachie a little better. Sad it is nearly time for them to go...
It seems they walked away from Disney on ice with sock skating skills. We had dinner and skating shows at Nan & Grandads. I adore seeing the cousins playing so well, it has been so great getting know Lachie a little better. Sad it is nearly time for them to go...
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years and 1 month
29 July 2016
We skipped a year to Disney on ice last year (don't want it to become an expectation!) and this year we had a cuzzie along! Lachie was locked onto everything, as was Olive. She knew all the characters and the falling snow was magical.
We skipped a year to Disney on ice last year (don't want it to become an expectation!) and this year we had a cuzzie along! Lachie was locked onto everything, as was Olive. She knew all the characters and the falling snow was magical.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
25 July 2016
A lovely full day playdate with cuzzie lachie, with pikelets, barbies, cooking cookie soups, chasing Lyon, play dough banana, chocolate & beer pizzas and playing tiger families behind the chairs to name a few. Wouldn't it be nice if we could do this more often?
A lovely full day playdate with cuzzie lachie, with pikelets, barbies, cooking cookie soups, chasing Lyon, play dough banana, chocolate & beer pizzas and playing tiger families behind the chairs to name a few. Wouldn't it be nice if we could do this more often?
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years and 1 month
24 July 2016
A stop off at the army museum on our way home. Olive had lots of questions about war that I'm not ready to talk to her about. How to explain that humans can be nasty to each other, as I can already tell what she will say, but why? Very good question. "why do they have guns?" What's the mask for?" Why did they put all the kids in tents?" Lachie stated "only baddies have guns" it is interesting how kids interpret war and Iris just pulled us around everywhere...
A stop off at the army museum on our way home. Olive had lots of questions about war that I'm not ready to talk to her about. How to explain that humans can be nasty to each other, as I can already tell what she will say, but why? Very good question. "why do they have guns?" What's the mask for?" Why did they put all the kids in tents?" Lachie stated "only baddies have guns" it is interesting how kids interpret war and Iris just pulled us around everywhere...
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years and 1 month
23 July 2016
Today was the best out of the two days to check out the snow even though it was closed! Olive all geared up loved it, running around and not wanting to leave. Mummy however got wet (not wearing ski gear) Lachie and Paul jumped out for a short explore too. We took a short forest walk before warming up with a hot drink at a cafe. I have a new appreciation for Ohakune, I loved how excited Olive was so we will return.
Today was the best out of the two days to check out the snow even though it was closed! Olive all geared up loved it, running around and not wanting to leave. Mummy however got wet (not wearing ski gear) Lachie and Paul jumped out for a short explore too. We took a short forest walk before warming up with a hot drink at a cafe. I have a new appreciation for Ohakune, I loved how excited Olive was so we will return.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
22 July 2016
We got to ohakune late afternoon and explored the new walkway through the forest and river into town, would be great for scooters. Mountain is looking delish.
We got to ohakune late afternoon and explored the new walkway through the forest and river into town, would be great for scooters. Mountain is looking delish.
22 July 2016
Hanging out with Lachie in Ohakune.
Hanging out with Lachie in Ohakune.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years and 1 month
19 July 2016
A quick but lovely catchup with Lisa and her boys.
A quick but lovely catchup with Lisa and her boys.
18 July 2016
Iris has been really interested in photos of late...
Iris has been really interested in photos of late...
Iris: 2 years
18 July 2016
Olive and Freya got the hang of these ramps at Waitangi park, happy doing this for ages!
Olive and Freya got the hang of these ramps at Waitangi park, happy doing this for ages!
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
18 July 2016
We enjoyed 'the Kowhai tree' show with Nat & Poppy followed by Raumati playground.
We enjoyed 'the Kowhai tree' show with Nat & Poppy followed by Raumati playground.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years
17 July 2016
We joined Anthony and Lana at the show of mister maker. Olive enjoyed it so much that she performed her own puppet show of it at home. It was fun having Freya along for the adventure too.
We joined Anthony and Lana at the show of mister maker. Olive enjoyed it so much that she performed her own puppet show of it at home. It was fun having Freya along for the adventure too.
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
16 July 2016
The kids are getting excited about our ski trip with cuzzy lachie, a bit better prepared this time with goggles, suits and snow boots! Hope Iris enjoys it this time, who knows maybe skis for oli?.... Hmm
The kids are getting excited about our ski trip with cuzzy lachie, a bit better prepared this time with goggles, suits and snow boots! Hope Iris enjoys it this time, who knows maybe skis for oli?.... Hmm
Olive: 4 years and 5 months
Iris: 2 years
13 July 2016
It's official! Mummy finally enters the onesie family! They sure do love these jolly things and I can see why! I should never have laughed at daddy gorilla all those years ago...
It's official! Mummy finally enters the onesie family! They sure do love these jolly things and I can see why! I should never have laughed at daddy gorilla all those years ago...
12 July 2016
The usual spot before I open the door so they have to tumble and roll through the entrance. It seems to never get old... For some. These two are having a lot more fun playing simple games together, which is so rewarding to see. Olive helps out a little with Iris by helping her wash her hands and helping with shoes and the fact that Iris will find oli and ask for her help is awesome. Just a lovely bond growing.
The usual spot before I open the door so they have to tumble and roll through the entrance. It seems to never get old... For some. These two are having a lot more fun playing simple games together, which is so rewarding to see. Olive helps out a little with Iris by helping her wash her hands and helping with shoes and the fact that Iris will find oli and ask for her help is awesome. Just a lovely bond growing.
Olive: 4 years and 4 months
Iris: 2 years
11 July 2016
Girls loved the ramps at Waitangi skate park on a stunning still winter morning. The littlelies loved running up and down too. Kept them all amused for over an hour! Will be going back with iris's bike!
Girls loved the ramps at Waitangi skate park on a stunning still winter morning. The littlelies loved running up and down too. Kept them all amused for over an hour! Will be going back with iris's bike!
Olive: 4 years and 4 months
Iris: 2 years
24 June 2016
Matariki kindy disco. Wow there was a lot of people. Olive surprised us by running off with her friend Jess and showing off some dance moves. Iris enjoyed running circles around daddy too. A great event and fun to be out at night.
Matariki kindy disco. Wow there was a lot of people. Olive surprised us by running off with her friend Jess and showing off some dance moves. Iris enjoyed running circles around daddy too. A great event and fun to be out at night.
Olive: 4 years and 4 months
Iris: 2 years
24 June 2016
Iris saw a photo of olive wearing these sunnies, ran off and looked for the sunglasses, by pointing to where they used to hang, after we found them, she wore them all through dinner.
Iris saw a photo of olive wearing these sunnies, ran off and looked for the sunglasses, by pointing to where they used to hang, after we found them, she wore them all through dinner.
Iris: 2 years
24 June 2016
Iris finally got to see the tractor up close (she talks about it at every kindy pickup) teamed with the first full park circuit on bikes.
Iris finally got to see the tractor up close (she talks about it at every kindy pickup) teamed with the first full park circuit on bikes.
Iris: 2 years
20 June 2016
Happy 2nd birthday Iriee! Got the special kpc birthday chair, lady bug cake and healthy ice cream making at the end of session. My baby isn't a baby anymore!
Happy 2nd birthday Iriee! Got the special kpc birthday chair, lady bug cake and healthy ice cream making at the end of session. My baby isn't a baby anymore!
Iris: 2 years
19 June 2016
Iris' second birthday party! A fun family affair with a well executed pass the parcel, biking, yummy food, a ducky cake and more!
Iris' second birthday party! A fun family affair with a well executed pass the parcel, biking, yummy food, a ducky cake and more!
Iris: 1 year and 11 months
19 June 2016
The birthday girl.
The birthday girl.
Iris: 1 year and 11 months
13 June 2016
Olive's confidence is growing so much, I was impressed to see and hear how she helped tell the three little bears story through magnets.
Olive's confidence is growing so much, I was impressed to see and hear how she helped tell the three little bears story through magnets.
Olive: 4 years and 3 months
11 June 2016
Iris got to test drive her new birthday bike, which she flew on!
Iris got to test drive her new birthday bike, which she flew on!
Iris: 1 year, 11 months and 22 days
10 June 2016
Friday night dinner with the Rogers girls
Friday night dinner with the Rogers girls
Olive: 4 years and 3 months
Iris: 1 year, 11 months and 21 days
06 June 2016
First sleep over with Anthony in Lower Hutt. With an amazing dinner which we couldn't stop eating! A few false starts with little kitty visiting the kids, and a few wanderings in the middle of the night but it went well, Iris slept the best.
First sleep over with Anthony in Lower Hutt. With an amazing dinner which we couldn't stop eating! A few false starts with little kitty visiting the kids, and a few wanderings in the middle of the night but it went well, Iris slept the best.
Olive: 4 years and 3 months
05 June 2016
Bubbles, pass the parcel and cake at Poppy's 3rd birthday party.
Bubbles, pass the parcel and cake at Poppy's 3rd birthday party.
04 June 2016
Winter woolies with bare feet
Winter woolies with bare feet
Olive: 4 years and 3 months
Iris: 1 year, 11 months and 15 days
03 June 2016
Friday homemade f&c night with the grandies.
Friday homemade f&c night with the grandies.
02 June 2016
Lyon finds a comfy spot.
Lyon finds a comfy spot.
Lyon: 5 years and 1 month
31 May 2016
Olives latest creations. A tiger in the grass and a zebra. She has started to use colours for different elements which is pretty exciting.
Olives latest creations. A tiger in the grass and a zebra. She has started to use colours for different elements which is pretty exciting.
Olive: 4 years and 3 months
30 May 2016
Iris has started to listen and copy actions to songs which is so much fun!
Iris has started to listen and copy actions to songs which is so much fun!
Iris: 1 year, 11 months and 10 days
30 May 2016
Iris is getting in on all the play with big sis, she did really well holding on too.
Iris is getting in on all the play with big sis, she did really well holding on too.
Iris: 1 year, 11 months and 10 days
28 May 2016
Cheeky little dishes helper.
Cheeky little dishes helper.
Iris: 1 year, 11 months and 8 days
24 May 2016
The Karori Playcentre 75th memorabilia has arrived... Hope everyone likes them!
The Karori Playcentre 75th memorabilia has arrived... Hope everyone likes them!
23 May 2016
A lovely morning watching the 'big girls' at kpc build this house.
A lovely morning watching the 'big girls' at kpc build this house.
Olive: 4 years and 3 months
14 May 2016
Washing basket and plastic monkeys... Who knew? It seems to go with the theme of stashing things in her pockets... Frozen peas, crayons, stamps, balls and more monkeys. All of which manage to go through the wash just fine. Just glad I caught the pink crayon after 5 minutes in the dryer.
Washing basket and plastic monkeys... Who knew? It seems to go with the theme of stashing things in her pockets... Frozen peas, crayons, stamps, balls and more monkeys. All of which manage to go through the wash just fine. Just glad I caught the pink crayon after 5 minutes in the dryer.
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 24 days
12 May 2016
Finally it is feeling like autumn!
Finally it is feeling like autumn!
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 22 days
09 May 2016
Wellington Playcentres all had their Monday session in civic square today. Great concept and lots of fun for Oli and Iriee.
Wellington Playcentres all had their Monday session in civic square today. Great concept and lots of fun for Oli and Iriee.
Olive: 4 years and 2 months
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 19 days
08 May 2016
We managed to pop in on Granny and Poppa for some stinky cheese then lunch with Nan and Grandad at La Bella Italia for Mother's Day. Lucky mums all round!
We managed to pop in on Granny and Poppa for some stinky cheese then lunch with Nan and Grandad at La Bella Italia for Mother's Day. Lucky mums all round!
06 May 2016
Olive has been going on about staying the night, so finally it was time to give it a go. The girls had dinner, bath and went off to bed without a fuss at Nan and Grandads. Second night away for Olive and first for Iris. We managed dinner and a movie! Until.... 2am Olive woke up and wanted mummy, so off I went driving through the streets of Karori to jump into bed with Olive. Tom got a sweet deal! A reasonably good first attempt!
Olive has been going on about staying the night, so finally it was time to give it a go. The girls had dinner, bath and went off to bed without a fuss at Nan and Grandads. Second night away for Olive and first for Iris. We managed dinner and a movie! Until.... 2am Olive woke up and wanted mummy, so off I went driving through the streets of Karori to jump into bed with Olive. Tom got a sweet deal! A reasonably good first attempt!
Olive: 4 years and 2 months
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 16 days
03 May 2016
Bucket skirt.
Bucket skirt.
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 13 days
02 May 2016
Ballet term 2! Going solo! I had both girls and it all went well! Weird not being in the class, and watched them on the screen out of context is funny.
Ballet term 2! Going solo! I had both girls and it all went well! Weird not being in the class, and watched them on the screen out of context is funny.
Olive: 4 years and 2 months
01 May 2016
This is a great example of Iris and her curious ways. She loves to work out how things work, windows, wheels, containers you name it, this was interesting this morning that she has made this connection keys and locks, I thought we were safe with locks so high!
This is a great example of Iris and her curious ways. She loves to work out how things work, windows, wheels, containers you name it, this was interesting this morning that she has made this connection keys and locks, I thought we were safe with locks so high!
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 11 days
30 April 2016
A fun day out at Granny and Poppas with Daddy. Iris had a good sleep and went down without a peep. Olive preferred to stay behind with Granny so Daddy and Poppa could see the Prosser house foundations taking shape! Loving Olives new found independence and confidence.
A fun day out at Granny and Poppas with Daddy. Iris had a good sleep and went down without a peep. Olive preferred to stay behind with Granny so Daddy and Poppa could see the Prosser house foundations taking shape! Loving Olives new found independence and confidence.
Olive: 4 years and 2 months
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 10 days
28 April 2016
Peck girls hanging on their stoop.
Peck girls hanging on their stoop.
Olive: 4 years and 2 months
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 8 days
21 April 2016
Another beautiful day for the holidays. We enjoyed it at the zoo with Mia, Amy & Jenny. We checked out the farm area and discovered Olive was terrified of the sheep & chickens?! So much so she climbed up my body like a koala, Iris however wandered through the gate in her own little world. 'Baabaasheep'
Another beautiful day for the holidays. We enjoyed it at the zoo with Mia, Amy & Jenny. We checked out the farm area and discovered Olive was terrified of the sheep & chickens?! So much so she climbed up my body like a koala, Iris however wandered through the gate in her own little world. 'Baabaasheep'
Olive: 4 years and 2 months
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 1 day
21 April 2016
It has started. The refusal to sit in her lobster chair and sitting on the big kid chair at bowl level. Luckily her eating skills have improved dramatically.
It has started. The refusal to sit in her lobster chair and sitting on the big kid chair at bowl level. Luckily her eating skills have improved dramatically.
Iris: 1 year, 10 months and 1 day
19 April 2016
I have noticed Olive and Iris playing more and more together lately. Always Olive led games and Iris enjoys it. Olive has also taken to 'reading' to Iris in the ever so popular dog bed.
I have noticed Olive and Iris playing more and more together lately. Always Olive led games and Iris enjoys it. Olive has also taken to 'reading' to Iris in the ever so popular dog bed.
Olive: 4 years and 2 months
Iris: 1 year, 9 months and 30 days
18 April 2016
A great start to the holidays with a sunny still day wondering along the waterfront to Te papa and coffee with Nan. Iris was ever so pleased in finding a perfect seat for herself, Olive couldn't resist either. Iris managed walking all the way back to the car in a very stroppy manner.
A great start to the holidays with a sunny still day wondering along the waterfront to Te papa and coffee with Nan. Iris was ever so pleased in finding a perfect seat for herself, Olive couldn't resist either. Iris managed walking all the way back to the car in a very stroppy manner.
Olive: 4 years and 2 months
Iris: 1 year, 9 months and 29 days
13 April 2016
Olive and Myah's friendship at kindy continues. Olive seems to enjoy kindy more especially when Myah is there, makes drop offs a lot easier too!
Olive and Myah's friendship at kindy continues. Olive seems to enjoy kindy more especially when Myah is there, makes drop offs a lot easier too!
Olive: 4 years and 1 month
11 April 2016
Iris continues to enjoy balancing and has been happier playing without me at playcenter. Olive I don't even see, today she was off with Freya and Sarah, out for the night while babysitters looked after their babies all night, who knows where they get these crazy notions!
Iris continues to enjoy balancing and has been happier playing without me at playcenter. Olive I don't even see, today she was off with Freya and Sarah, out for the night while babysitters looked after their babies all night, who knows where they get these crazy notions!
Olive: 4 years and 1 month
Iris: 1 year, 9 months and 22 days
04 April 2016
Olive fell asleep reading books the last two nights. We definitely have a book reader in the making. She's going to love it when she can read actual words.
Olive fell asleep reading books the last two nights. We definitely have a book reader in the making. She's going to love it when she can read actual words.
Olive: 4 years and 1 month
04 April 2016
Spot the butterfly! The wings gave Olive her confidence back in ballet class, thank goodness! Now what to do next term when parents aren't allowed in class?!
Spot the butterfly! The wings gave Olive her confidence back in ballet class, thank goodness! Now what to do next term when parents aren't allowed in class?!
Olive: 4 years and 1 month
04 April 2016
Iris enjoys all the climbing, balancing obstacle setups at the moment. Still a bit pushy with slightly younger kids though!
Iris enjoys all the climbing, balancing obstacle setups at the moment. Still a bit pushy with slightly younger kids though!
Iris: 1 year, 9 months and 15 days
02 April 2016
Meeting Flash and Holly - the Prossers cute little chickens!
Meeting Flash and Holly - the Prossers cute little chickens!
02 April 2016
Building a flat pack with two kids at 5.30am...
Building a flat pack with two kids at 5.30am...
Olive: 4 years and 1 month
Iris: 1 year, 9 months and 13 days
01 April 2016
Finally got back to gym jam with both kids, Iris took about 10nins to warm up and then she was off! Really interested in balancing along our deck wall and outdoor furniture at the moment and we are getting great use of our front yard with Olive getting the hang of bike riding and Iris turning into Rambo on a trike and loving the speed.
Finally got back to gym jam with both kids, Iris took about 10nins to warm up and then she was off! Really interested in balancing along our deck wall and outdoor furniture at the moment and we are getting great use of our front yard with Olive getting the hang of bike riding and Iris turning into Rambo on a trike and loving the speed.
Olive: 4 years and 1 month
Iris: 1 year, 9 months and 12 days
28 March 2016
Sharing a pizza with Ants. The first time we've seen Olive eating pizza properly! Had half a pizza between them!
Sharing a pizza with Ants. The first time we've seen Olive eating pizza properly! Had half a pizza between them!
Olive: 4 years and 1 month
26 March 2016
Lovely catching up with Elvi from Montreal.
Lovely catching up with Elvi from Montreal.
22 March 2016
Cheeky monkey Iris's words are coming thick and fast, stringing two words together now, 'stop it' 'my mummy' 'baa sheep', 'come on'.
Cheeky monkey Iris's words are coming thick and fast, stringing two words together now, 'stop it' 'my mummy' 'baa sheep', 'come on'.
Iris: 1 year, 9 months and 2 days
22 March 2016
Iris gets super excited about picking up 'Oli kindy'.
Iris gets super excited about picking up 'Oli kindy'.
Iris: 1 year, 9 months and 2 days
22 March 2016
The Washing
The Washing
Olive: 4 years and 1 month
Iris: 1 year, 9 months and 2 days
15 March 2016
Got freebie tickets from my parents to see the bird themed light show in Otari bush, lots of interesting exhibits especially the man who can mimic all sorts of birds, loved the whirling dervish feathers too, but the best thing is being able to walk through the bush at night with amazing lights.
Got freebie tickets from my parents to see the bird themed light show in Otari bush, lots of interesting exhibits especially the man who can mimic all sorts of birds, loved the whirling dervish feathers too, but the best thing is being able to walk through the bush at night with amazing lights.
13 March 2016
The girls had a lovely time on Riversdale beach and river inlet.
The girls had a lovely time on Riversdale beach and river inlet.
13 March 2016
The playground, park and train in Masterton was fantastic.
The playground, park and train in Masterton was fantastic.
12 March 2016
Bathing shower fearing children on holiday. Worked surprisingly well.
Bathing shower fearing children on holiday. Worked surprisingly well.
Olive: 4 years
Iris: 1 year, 8 months and 21 days
12 March 2016
With a better nights sleep and a bit grey out but we headed 40mins over to Castlepoint to check out the lighthouse and races! Iris's word of the day was 'orses' so excited to see them and wondered where they had gone. Olive enjoyed watching and creating sand castles too. A lovely and relaxing way to take your kids to the races and the sun came out for our picnic too. Perfect.
With a better nights sleep and a bit grey out but we headed 40mins over to Castlepoint to check out the lighthouse and races! Iris's word of the day was 'orses' so excited to see them and wondered where they had gone. Olive enjoyed watching and creating sand castles too. A lovely and relaxing way to take your kids to the races and the sun came out for our picnic too. Perfect.
10 March 2016
The start of our long weekend in riversdale. It's blowing a gale, but a very untouched pretty getaway spot.
The start of our long weekend in riversdale. It's blowing a gale, but a very untouched pretty getaway spot.
08 March 2016
Iris Gate Escape. Luckily we have two gates between the deck and a full escape.
Iris Gate Escape. Luckily we have two gates between the deck and a full escape.
Iris: 1 year, 8 months and 17 days
06 March 2016
It's alive! Alive I tell you, alive.
It's alive! Alive I tell you, alive.
29 February 2016
Watching the penguin start to hatch. What a cool present from Anthony.
Watching the penguin start to hatch. What a cool present from Anthony.
Olive: 4 years
28 February 2016
We managed a quick Cuzzies photo at Olives birthday family BBQ.
We managed a quick Cuzzies photo at Olives birthday family BBQ.
28 February 2016
We hosted a fun little 4th birthday party for Olive and a few of her besties. Pass the parcel, chocolate frog hunt, bike and scootering, fishing. Followed by Ariel cake ("Ariel isn't made of cake mummy!").
We hosted a fun little 4th birthday party for Olive and a few of her besties. Pass the parcel, chocolate frog hunt, bike and scootering, fishing. Followed by Ariel cake ("Ariel isn't made of cake mummy!").
Olive: 4 years
23 February 2016
We often forget to check our inca garden, and we finally got around to taking a photo of Olive and her massive kindy sunflower. Tomatoes are amazing! Lots of beans and the carrots are ready.
We often forget to check our inca garden, and we finally got around to taking a photo of Olive and her massive kindy sunflower. Tomatoes are amazing! Lots of beans and the carrots are ready.
Olive: 4 years
21 February 2016
Anthony's birthday party at Percy's reserve. Lots of fun and what a delicious wolf brownie cake!
Anthony's birthday party at Percy's reserve. Lots of fun and what a delicious wolf brownie cake!
19 February 2016
Face painting practice with Hayley, Freya, Scarlett and wine.... Hmm a little more practice before carnival on Sunday.
Face painting practice with Hayley, Freya, Scarlett and wine.... Hmm a little more practice before carnival on Sunday.
18 February 2016
It was bring your Lyon to work day prior to his annual groom and bottom shave. He behaved himself admirably.
It was bring your Lyon to work day prior to his annual groom and bottom shave. He behaved himself admirably.
Lyon: 4 years and 9 months
16 February 2016
Second week of Iris at KCC for two mornings. Drop offs are getting better and she has settled in nicely. Loves the bike ride there!
Second week of Iris at KCC for two mornings. Drop offs are getting better and she has settled in nicely. Loves the bike ride there!
Iris: 1 year, 7 months and 27 days
15 February 2016
Wow what a lovely first ballet class, I smiled the whole class as they we're so adorable! Olive listened and did everything! Greeted Freya with arms open wide and running to each other.
Wow what a lovely first ballet class, I smiled the whole class as they we're so adorable! Olive listened and did everything! Greeted Freya with arms open wide and running to each other.
Olive: 4 years
15 February 2016
Happy birthday Olive! A princesses and pirates dress up Playcentre birthday with cupcakes and the special birthday chair. You had a lovely busy time dressing up, playing with ropes and playing with Freya and Caterina. You were so happy that I popped out for 10mins to drop Iris off home for a nap!
Happy birthday Olive! A princesses and pirates dress up Playcentre birthday with cupcakes and the special birthday chair. You had a lovely busy time dressing up, playing with ropes and playing with Freya and Caterina. You were so happy that I popped out for 10mins to drop Iris off home for a nap!
Olive: 4 years
14 February 2016
We were invited to the neighbours for a little backyard BBQ. Lots of fun and reminds us how lucky we are to have such lovely families around us.
We were invited to the neighbours for a little backyard BBQ. Lots of fun and reminds us how lucky we are to have such lovely families around us.
13 February 2016
Tunnel Slide Fun. Iris led the way on doing loops of the tunnel slide at Aotea Lagoon playground. No fear!
Tunnel Slide Fun. Iris led the way on doing loops of the tunnel slide at Aotea Lagoon playground. No fear!
Olive: 3 years and 11 months
Iris: 1 year, 7 months and 24 days
10 February 2016
'Hungry caterpillar' by Olive
'Hungry caterpillar' by Olive
Olive: 3 years and 11 months
10 February 2016
'Caterpillars mummy' by Olive
'Caterpillars mummy' by Olive
Olive: 3 years and 11 months
10 February 2016
Our favourite drawing so far. 'Aliens' by Olive. It is wonderful to see the development in her drawing. In Wednesday she wanted to take 'autumn leaves' to kindy and then did leaf stamping. In general I've noticed a lot more colouring in areas and details like dresses, feet and hair, people have bodies now and animals feature now too. This is the most use of colour in one drawing. 'Aliens flying around stars in the sky'
Our favourite drawing so far. 'Aliens' by Olive. It is wonderful to see the development in her drawing. In Wednesday she wanted to take 'autumn leaves' to kindy and then did leaf stamping. In general I've noticed a lot more colouring in areas and details like dresses, feet and hair, people have bodies now and animals feature now too. This is the most use of colour in one drawing. 'Aliens flying around stars in the sky'
Olive: 3 years and 11 months
10 February 2016
Olive was super excited about going into town to get her ballet outfit. She loved it so much she wouldn't take it off (slightly awkward moment when we are leaving and she is acting like a brat, yelling I want a crown!) but the moment she dancing around the store, priceless. So excited we fell asleep on route home.
Olive was super excited about going into town to get her ballet outfit. She loved it so much she wouldn't take it off (slightly awkward moment when we are leaving and she is acting like a brat, yelling I want a crown!) but the moment she dancing around the store, priceless. So excited we fell asleep on route home.
Olive: 3 years and 11 months
09 February 2016
Olive brought home a sunflower seedling from kindy and look at this bad boy now!
Olive brought home a sunflower seedling from kindy and look at this bad boy now!
Olive: 3 years and 11 months
07 February 2016
The corokia hedge plants are all in! Big hedge, big pressure. A project finished! Not to worry plenty of others to be going on with.
The corokia hedge plants are all in! Big hedge, big pressure. A project finished! Not to worry plenty of others to be going on with.
07 February 2016
Hanging with Iriee. Quite the little potterra. Happy cruising and finding things to do. Now she follows everything Olive does and so it begins...
Hanging with Iriee. Quite the little potterra. Happy cruising and finding things to do. Now she follows everything Olive does and so it begins...
Iris: 1 year, 7 months and 18 days
07 February 2016
A warm morning along waterfront with Nan & Grandad, Olive's relationship with them has really developed over the past few months, so many changes in our Olive, growing up! And moving to big kaka kinda group next week!
A warm morning along waterfront with Nan & Grandad, Olive's relationship with them has really developed over the past few months, so many changes in our Olive, growing up! And moving to big kaka kinda group next week!
Olive: 3 years and 11 months
07 February 2016
So hot today! So we grabbed some f&cs and hit to beach for tea. Both girls enjoyed getting wet! Loving this hot weather! Over 32 today!
So hot today! So we grabbed some f&cs and hit to beach for tea. Both girls enjoyed getting wet! Loving this hot weather! Over 32 today!
05 February 2016
A few frames from 2012-2016 of our back yard. How far we've come!
A few frames from 2012-2016 of our back yard. How far we've come!
31 January 2016
And the back fence & planter is finally completed! Tops on the fence and planter are on (unfortunately at the loss of half a peonies due to a wayward saw). Only waiting on the plants to put in the planter now.
And the back fence & planter is finally completed! Tops on the fence and planter are on (unfortunately at the loss of half a peonies due to a wayward saw). Only waiting on the plants to put in the planter now.
27 January 2016
Wow. We have nearly been in our house 4 years and never cut back the trees. An unwanted guest of the furry ratty type in our roof forced our hand to do something. It was decided the branches was how it was getting into the house so with the big help of Grandad and Tom they cut back heaps in a short time while Nan kept the kids happy in the paddling pool. Thank you nan and grandad! It now has raised another problem of the clay bank which is very visible... Punga trees?... Yet another project!
Wow. We have nearly been in our house 4 years and never cut back the trees. An unwanted guest of the furry ratty type in our roof forced our hand to do something. It was decided the branches was how it was getting into the house so with the big help of Grandad and Tom they cut back heaps in a short time while Nan kept the kids happy in the paddling pool. Thank you nan and grandad! It now has raised another problem of the clay bank which is very visible... Punga trees?... Yet another project!
25 January 2016
Testing out the $3.50 bike seat from TradeMe. Works a treat! This will take Iris off to KCC in style.
Testing out the $3.50 bike seat from TradeMe. Works a treat! This will take Iris off to KCC in style.
Olive: 3 years and 11 months
Iris: 1 year, 7 months and 5 days
24 January 2016
A fun day spent with Lana, Nige and Anthony. Our first walk around Zelandia, which we must do more often, followed by a BBQ at our place. Olive and Anthony had a ball - playing mum and dad (or was it mum and mum?), dressing up (as Anna and Elsa - Elsa was complete with high heals) and generally running amok until late.
A fun day spent with Lana, Nige and Anthony. Our first walk around Zelandia, which we must do more often, followed by a BBQ at our place. Olive and Anthony had a ball - playing mum and dad (or was it mum and mum?), dressing up (as Anna and Elsa - Elsa was complete with high heals) and generally running amok until late.
24 January 2016
Iris is loving the baby at the moment.
Iris is loving the baby at the moment.
Iris: 1 year, 7 months and 4 days
20 January 2016
Just needs a top on it and the back fence/planter wall is done! Gini is itching to start planting.
Just needs a top on it and the back fence/planter wall is done! Gini is itching to start planting.
17 January 2016
Birthday brunch for Granny on a very hot day at granny and poppas.
Birthday brunch for Granny on a very hot day at granny and poppas.
17 January 2016
Second year of poppies, so I tried the retaining wall planter this time and wow! About 600mm tall! So didn't work that well with my hedge behind! So will maybe try behind... Worked well up around vege tier, some even self seeded. Sweetpea self seeded too.
Second year of poppies, so I tried the retaining wall planter this time and wow! About 600mm tall! So didn't work that well with my hedge behind! So will maybe try behind... Worked well up around vege tier, some even self seeded. Sweetpea self seeded too.
16 January 2016
First full day with nan and grandad! They had a lovely day and mummy and daddy got 7 hours in the garden! Sore now!
First full day with nan and grandad! They had a lovely day and mummy and daddy got 7 hours in the garden! Sore now!
Olive: 3 years and 11 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 27 days
10 January 2016
So much fun on the giant inflatable pillow.
So much fun on the giant inflatable pillow.
10 January 2016
With the girls.
With the girls.
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 21 days
09 January 2016
Dinner on night one followed by toasting mash mellows on the coal BBQ.
Dinner on night one followed by toasting mash mellows on the coal BBQ.
09 January 2016
Rory shows the kids how to make a boat that sails down the river!
Rory shows the kids how to make a boat that sails down the river!
09 January 2016
Eel spotting, bush walking and river traversing next to our campsite.
Eel spotting, bush walking and river traversing next to our campsite.
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
09 January 2016
Crashed out.
Crashed out.
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 20 days
09 January 2016
We made it camping! After delaying it a day due to rubbish weather, we had two beautiful days of sunshine. 12 adults and 11.5 children and everyone keen to make it an annual outing.
We made it camping! After delaying it a day due to rubbish weather, we had two beautiful days of sunshine. 12 adults and 11.5 children and everyone keen to make it an annual outing.
07 January 2016
This happy bunny slept through to 6.15 this morning! Maybe things are on the up!
This happy bunny slept through to 6.15 this morning! Maybe things are on the up!
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 18 days
06 January 2016
A lovely relaxing morning at the beach with the cuzzies. Days like these make it great to be a stay at home mum.
A lovely relaxing morning at the beach with the cuzzies. Days like these make it great to be a stay at home mum.
05 January 2016
Lyon managed to hurt his foot while hanging in the garden, so he had a quick visit to the vet for painkillers. Both the girls were worried about him so he got more attention than he wanted.
Lyon managed to hurt his foot while hanging in the garden, so he had a quick visit to the vet for painkillers. Both the girls were worried about him so he got more attention than he wanted.
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 16 days
Lyon: 4 years and 8 months
01 January 2016
Waving to mummy (ants down below) after walking up the hill behind Andy and Nicky's place. Had a lovely New Year's Day BBQ with friends.
Waving to mummy (ants down below) after walking up the hill behind Andy and Nicky's place. Had a lovely New Year's Day BBQ with friends.
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
30 December 2015
Happy birthday Uncle Dave!
Happy birthday Uncle Dave!
30 December 2015
Nice brunch on the lake front for Daves birthday. Enjoyed the sulphur hot springs in the lake too
Nice brunch on the lake front for Daves birthday. Enjoyed the sulphur hot springs in the lake too
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 10 days
29 December 2015
Duck feeding and a walk along the lake front on another perfect day.
Duck feeding and a walk along the lake front on another perfect day.
28 December 2015
Nudie story time with Granny
Nudie story time with Granny
28 December 2015
Movie time to escape the afternoon heat
Movie time to escape the afternoon heat
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 8 days
28 December 2015
Family group photo at Taupo
Family group photo at Taupo
27 December 2015
Super hot day again. So we hit the beach for a dip and picnic. Both girls braved the water and it was quite pleasant. I'm always blown away by the lake with the the 'mountain of ice cream' (according to Olive) in the back drop. Stunning.
Super hot day again. So we hit the beach for a dip and picnic. Both girls braved the water and it was quite pleasant. I'm always blown away by the lake with the the 'mountain of ice cream' (according to Olive) in the back drop. Stunning.
26 December 2015
Boxing Day walk into town, with smoothies, trains rides and playground fun. Iris is getting familiar with all the family, generally knows everyone by name and loves to high five. Olive & violet have formed a lovely friendship over the past few days, dressed as fairies and loving each other's company and games.
Boxing Day walk into town, with smoothies, trains rides and playground fun. Iris is getting familiar with all the family, generally knows everyone by name and loves to high five. Olive & violet have formed a lovely friendship over the past few days, dressed as fairies and loving each other's company and games.
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 6 days
26 December 2015
Lovely sunrises on the early morning Iris walks which ranged from 3-5 am.
Lovely sunrises on the early morning Iris walks which ranged from 3-5 am.
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 6 days
25 December 2015
Christmas Day dinner! All the trimmings including babies at the table.
Christmas Day dinner! All the trimmings including babies at the table.
25 December 2015
Ice thief.
Ice thief.
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 5 days
25 December 2015
The babies at lunch and at play. Iris liked to push them round a bit.
The babies at lunch and at play. Iris liked to push them round a bit.
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 5 days
25 December 2015
Santa arrived! Olive was super excited and surprisingly so was Iris about opening all her presents, even wanted to continue with the rest!
Santa arrived! Olive was super excited and surprisingly so was Iris about opening all her presents, even wanted to continue with the rest!
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 5 days
24 December 2015
Christmas Eve! The kids are super excited, so we put out done supper for the jolly old Santa! Kids are having a super time with each other....
Christmas Eve! The kids are super excited, so we put out done supper for the jolly old Santa! Kids are having a super time with each other....
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 4 days
24 December 2015
Story time for Ben the bruiser.
Story time for Ben the bruiser.
23 December 2015
Two cuties in the swing chair.
Two cuties in the swing chair.
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 3 days
22 December 2015
The Harris' pop in for a play in their way north. The kids got on surprisingly well considering they've not spent long with each other.
The Harris' pop in for a play in their way north. The kids got on surprisingly well considering they've not spent long with each other.
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 2 days
21 December 2015
Off up to Taupo! And Iris pleased as punch facing the front!
Off up to Taupo! And Iris pleased as punch facing the front!
Olive: 3 years and 10 months
Iris: 1 year, 6 months and 1 day
20 December 2015
Iris gets an early present from Olive, super pleased with the drink bottle.
Iris gets an early present from Olive, super pleased with the drink bottle.
Iris: 1 year and 6 months
20 December 2015
Cousin Ben turns one! Mexican themed party with a pinata, nachos, pulled pork and tasty Mexican beers and cocktails.
Cousin Ben turns one! Mexican themed party with a pinata, nachos, pulled pork and tasty Mexican beers and cocktails.
19 December 2015
We popped into Kirkcaldie & Stains for possibly the last time, it is always sad when a long standing Wellington company closes its doors.
We popped into Kirkcaldie & Stains for possibly the last time, it is always sad when a long standing Wellington company closes its doors.
14 December 2015
The end of a Playcentre year! Only one more for Olive and a few more for Iris! Lovely bunch of people.
The end of a Playcentre year! Only one more for Olive and a few more for Iris! Lovely bunch of people.
Olive: 3 years and 9 months
Iris: 1 year, 5 months and 24 days
13 December 2015
The annual friends Christmas party hosted this year by Nige and Lana. A fantastic day of sun, pizza, rotisserie beef ribs (amazing), water balloons, pink chalk and a barefoot Santa (Josh) that Olive was still pretty nervous about.
The annual friends Christmas party hosted this year by Nige and Lana. A fantastic day of sun, pizza, rotisserie beef ribs (amazing), water balloons, pink chalk and a barefoot Santa (Josh) that Olive was still pretty nervous about.
12 December 2015
Group photo before we say goodbye to the Martinborough mansion that's been our home the last 3 nights. What a fantastic place!
Group photo before we say goodbye to the Martinborough mansion that's been our home the last 3 nights. What a fantastic place!
11 December 2015
We managed to get to a vineyard while in Martinborough without the kids! Beautiful venue and great Pinot Gris and last harvest Riesling.
We managed to get to a vineyard while in Martinborough without the kids! Beautiful venue and great Pinot Gris and last harvest Riesling.
10 December 2015
A walk and scoot into Martinborough town square. All the kids did really well, hot!
A walk and scoot into Martinborough town square. All the kids did really well, hot!
10 December 2015
A beautiful sunrise on the early morning Irinee walk.
A beautiful sunrise on the early morning Irinee walk.
Iris: 1 year, 5 months and 20 days
09 December 2015
The Martinborough early Christmas weekend begins... Train destination: Featherston! 1 hour on the train with the kids and grandparents. They all had a blast.
The Martinborough early Christmas weekend begins... Train destination: Featherston! 1 hour on the train with the kids and grandparents. They all had a blast.
08 December 2015
The Auzzie cousins came to Playcentre for our last of the year. Lovely sharing our fun, Olive was so pleased and proud to have family here.
The Auzzie cousins came to Playcentre for our last of the year. Lovely sharing our fun, Olive was so pleased and proud to have family here.
07 December 2015
A corner of Christmas cheer at capital e with the cuzzies.
A corner of Christmas cheer at capital e with the cuzzies.
06 December 2015
A busy bbq with family & old family friends and their kids... So nice to see how much everyone has grown in a year! All having a spot of ball fun outside.
A busy bbq with family & old family friends and their kids... So nice to see how much everyone has grown in a year! All having a spot of ball fun outside.
04 December 2015
Olive had a lovely surprise when her Melbourne Aussie cousins came to meet her at kindy! Olive smile of surprise was priceless. Cousin Milla joined us later for dinner, by dinner Olive was starting to become poorly...
Olive had a lovely surprise when her Melbourne Aussie cousins came to meet her at kindy! Olive smile of surprise was priceless. Cousin Milla joined us later for dinner, by dinner Olive was starting to become poorly...
Olive: 3 years and 9 months
01 December 2015
At KPC today we had a fairy help decorate the Christmas tree! Iris enjoyed passing the dropped ornaments up to olive. Iris really likes hanging with the big kids, loves being part of anything. The best play is always after session... Funny that.
At KPC today we had a fairy help decorate the Christmas tree! Iris enjoyed passing the dropped ornaments up to olive. Iris really likes hanging with the big kids, loves being part of anything. The best play is always after session... Funny that.
Iris: 1 year, 5 months and 11 days
30 November 2015
I thought all was quiet and the girls were playing happily so I'll pop on my computer for a spot of work. Next minute two little someone's popped up.
I thought all was quiet and the girls were playing happily so I'll pop on my computer for a spot of work. Next minute two little someone's popped up.
Olive: 3 years and 9 months
Iris: 1 year, 5 months and 10 days
30 November 2015
Olive has taken up a new game of dressing Iris, mainly skirts and shoes with a little hairdressing thrown in. Sometimes we will spot Iris just sitting quietly somewhere with a book. Bliss.
Olive has taken up a new game of dressing Iris, mainly skirts and shoes with a little hairdressing thrown in. Sometimes we will spot Iris just sitting quietly somewhere with a book. Bliss.
Olive: 3 years and 9 months
Iris: 1 year, 5 months and 10 days
29 November 2015
BBQ rotisserie duck, sun and happy children! What more can you ask for on a Sunday afternoon at the Wohlers. "I really really miss Anthony" - O, as we got in the car to leave. (Most photos taken from Lana - thanks Lana :).
BBQ rotisserie duck, sun and happy children! What more can you ask for on a Sunday afternoon at the Wohlers. "I really really miss Anthony" - O, as we got in the car to leave. (Most photos taken from Lana - thanks Lana :).
24 November 2015
Iris is insisting on walking everywhere, so we are later than normal, but aren't they cute! It was Willa's birthday so we decorated cupcakes and had face painting.
Iris is insisting on walking everywhere, so we are later than normal, but aren't they cute! It was Willa's birthday so we decorated cupcakes and had face painting.
Iris: 1 year, 5 months and 4 days
23 November 2015
Action cuddle shot.
Action cuddle shot.
Iris: 1 year, 5 months and 3 days
Lyon: 4 years and 6 months
21 November 2015
We have a planter! Unsure if "Olive Mountain" is going to fit back in at this point but crossing fingers. It's all coming together finally.
We have a planter! Unsure if "Olive Mountain" is going to fit back in at this point but crossing fingers. It's all coming together finally.
19 November 2015
Colour mixing fun. This was a great way of slowly seeing the red mix into the blue and change colour, Olive was quite excited about it. Iris just enjoyed copying Olive and drinking it.
Colour mixing fun. This was a great way of slowly seeing the red mix into the blue and change colour, Olive was quite excited about it. Iris just enjoyed copying Olive and drinking it.
Olive: 3 years and 9 months
Iris: 1 year, 4 months and 30 days
17 November 2015
After PC volcanoes we decided to make one of our own at home. Iris was more interested this time, as was Olive, potion and mixing came after. I managed to prepare dinner while they were busy eating afternoon tea together on the deck chairs and the sandpit fun. Can't 100% trust Iris with the edge but she has been pretty good so far.
After PC volcanoes we decided to make one of our own at home. Iris was more interested this time, as was Olive, potion and mixing came after. I managed to prepare dinner while they were busy eating afternoon tea together on the deck chairs and the sandpit fun. Can't 100% trust Iris with the edge but she has been pretty good so far.
Olive: 3 years and 9 months
Iris: 1 year, 4 months and 28 days
17 November 2015
A lovely sunny day, a great day for water play at kpc. Olive made a angel from pegs and fabric and got involved in the volcano and making potions in the mud puddle. Iris enjoyed the water so much so climbed in! At the end Olive dressed up as an elephant, packed a suitcase and was off to Auckland!
A lovely sunny day, a great day for water play at kpc. Olive made a angel from pegs and fabric and got involved in the volcano and making potions in the mud puddle. Iris enjoyed the water so much so climbed in! At the end Olive dressed up as an elephant, packed a suitcase and was off to Auckland!
Olive: 3 years and 9 months
Iris: 1 year, 4 months and 28 days
16 November 2015
On Monday's while Olive is at kindy, Iris and I head off to kpc. Iris enjoyed the sandpit and the rivers and just hanging with the big girls.
On Monday's while Olive is at kindy, Iris and I head off to kpc. Iris enjoyed the sandpit and the rivers and just hanging with the big girls.
Iris: 1 year, 4 months and 27 days
14 November 2015
Jazzasize
Jazzasize
Olive: 3 years and 8 months
14 November 2015
We had the Rodgers over for our first bbq of the season on the re-homed Lana & Nige's Webber. A bit windy but the sun did make an appearance. Freya & Olive had a ball, closing the bedroom door and only appearing for dessert. Iris & Scarlett pottered around happily too.
We had the Rodgers over for our first bbq of the season on the re-homed Lana & Nige's Webber. A bit windy but the sun did make an appearance. Freya & Olive had a ball, closing the bedroom door and only appearing for dessert. Iris & Scarlett pottered around happily too.
Olive: 3 years and 8 months
12 November 2015
A well earned coffee break after a stressful week of work, ending with my computer's video card stopped working, just before deadline! Luckily it is covered under apple. It makes you realize how important backups are! Tom, you are a legend.
A well earned coffee break after a stressful week of work, ending with my computer's video card stopped working, just before deadline! Luckily it is covered under apple. It makes you realize how important backups are! Tom, you are a legend.
11 November 2015
The fence posts go up! Slowly but surely...
The fence posts go up! Slowly but surely...
10 November 2015
Enough said.
Enough said.
Iris: 1 year, 4 months and 21 days
10 November 2015
Just in the last week or so Iris's language has changed. She will try and repeat words, common words are, duckie, birdie, doggie, cat, bear, book, mummy & daddy, monkey (her favourite toy) and olaf (Olive). Iris points to a seat if she wants you to sit down and has started grabbing a finger to pull you with her. Water play is her favourite past time and painting anything. She has started trying basic shape puzzles and loves containers and lids.
Just in the last week or so Iris's language has changed. She will try and repeat words, common words are, duckie, birdie, doggie, cat, bear, book, mummy & daddy, monkey (her favourite toy) and olaf (Olive). Iris points to a seat if she wants you to sit down and has started grabbing a finger to pull you with her. Water play is her favourite past time and painting anything. She has started trying basic shape puzzles and loves containers and lids.
Iris: 1 year, 4 months and 21 days
10 November 2015
Today at kpc we drew around ourselves and found our body parts, we even got Iris lying down to do it. Olive helped and later enjoyed our homemade pumpkin hummus with carrots & potatoes for dipping and enjoyed making ice creams from paper and cakes with feathers.
Today at kpc we drew around ourselves and found our body parts, we even got Iris lying down to do it. Olive helped and later enjoyed our homemade pumpkin hummus with carrots & potatoes for dipping and enjoyed making ice creams from paper and cakes with feathers.
Olive: 3 years and 8 months
Iris: 1 year, 4 months and 21 days
06 November 2015
'Mouse' by Olive Peck
'Mouse' by Olive Peck
Olive: 3 years and 8 months
06 November 2015
4.30pm knock off drink on the deck while the girls made mud pie, ate some, chased Lyon, picked lots of mummy's flowers and finished off with a spot of sweeping.
4.30pm knock off drink on the deck while the girls made mud pie, ate some, chased Lyon, picked lots of mummy's flowers and finished off with a spot of sweeping.
Lyon: 4 years and 6 months
06 November 2015
This Iris deserves a mention. Tom bought it off trade me when Iris was born. He was a little baffled when it arrived as a bulb stump, but it took a year and it has doubled and now flowering! Worth the wait.
This Iris deserves a mention. Tom bought it off trade me when Iris was born. He was a little baffled when it arrived as a bulb stump, but it took a year and it has doubled and now flowering! Worth the wait.
Iris: 1 year, 4 months and 17 days
06 November 2015
Kindy drop offs are an interesting affair, with Iris bee lining for the paints and painting sometimes paper but usually the floor, shoes, hair... just about anything, then comes the taps and water, followed by a tantrum about leaving. But it is lovely to see the girls doing little things like this, olive has been reading stories to Iris and trying to teach words.
Kindy drop offs are an interesting affair, with Iris bee lining for the paints and painting sometimes paper but usually the floor, shoes, hair... just about anything, then comes the taps and water, followed by a tantrum about leaving. But it is lovely to see the girls doing little things like this, olive has been reading stories to Iris and trying to teach words.
Olive: 3 years and 8 months
Iris: 1 year, 4 months and 17 days
31 October 2015
A lovely afternoon BBQ to celebrate Jens birthday and the opening of their new deck!
A lovely afternoon BBQ to celebrate Jens birthday and the opening of their new deck!
25 October 2015
A stunning long weekend spent relaxing with family. It feels like we haven't relaxed for ages! A lunch with great Aunty Jenny & Colin, & Aunty Lauren with relaxing in the afternoon. Next day we enjoyed days bay with pizza, nan & grandad on the beach and were impressed by olive's confidence as she picked up a dead crab! Gave it a sandy bed, and had lots of fun in the water. Iris loved the water as well, a complete change of clothes for both, it was warm enough to swim after all!
A stunning long weekend spent relaxing with family. It feels like we haven't relaxed for ages! A lunch with great Aunty Jenny & Colin, & Aunty Lauren with relaxing in the afternoon. Next day we enjoyed days bay with pizza, nan & grandad on the beach and were impressed by olive's confidence as she picked up a dead crab! Gave it a sandy bed, and had lots of fun in the water. Iris loved the water as well, a complete change of clothes for both, it was warm enough to swim after all!
23 October 2015
Aunty Lauren had a quick visit to Wellington! Lovely dinners and chatting, Olive was super excited even though her cousins weren't coming. Iris charmed with her smiles.
Aunty Lauren had a quick visit to Wellington! Lovely dinners and chatting, Olive was super excited even though her cousins weren't coming. Iris charmed with her smiles.
19 October 2015
Bike day at KPC. Iris borrowed a bike and has started to sit and go backwards lately, but generally likes walking with it between her legs. We are also a bit of a runner and doesn't look back! It would seem mummy's tactics can't be reused for no 2.
Bike day at KPC. Iris borrowed a bike and has started to sit and go backwards lately, but generally likes walking with it between her legs. We are also a bit of a runner and doesn't look back! It would seem mummy's tactics can't be reused for no 2.
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 29 days
18 October 2015
'Green lion with a belly button' by Olive Eliza Peck. I included her bunny drawing too because the ears are rectangles! First time I've seen that!
'Green lion with a belly button' by Olive Eliza Peck. I included her bunny drawing too because the ears are rectangles! First time I've seen that!
Olive: 3 years and 8 months
18 October 2015
Off for a Monday ride. Olive understands turn taking but Iris... Well it's always her turn, I had forgotten the trials of this age! Are all kids at this age stubborn?
Off for a Monday ride. Olive understands turn taking but Iris... Well it's always her turn, I had forgotten the trials of this age! Are all kids at this age stubborn?
Olive: 3 years and 8 months
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 28 days
18 October 2015
Hamish, Toni and Carter come for lunch. Carter and Iris had great fun taking turns on the slide.
Hamish, Toni and Carter come for lunch. Carter and Iris had great fun taking turns on the slide.
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 28 days
17 October 2015
Iris loves copying big sister. In this instance it is lovely to see them both reading books.
Iris loves copying big sister. In this instance it is lovely to see them both reading books.
Olive: 3 years and 8 months
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 27 days
12 October 2015
Iris flying solo at Playcentre without olive! First session and Iris was off but mostly getting wet at the taps (three changes and then we started borrowing!) she did pull (she did move the wagon) Eden and Elise too and managed climbing the mount by herself.
Iris flying solo at Playcentre without olive! First session and Iris was off but mostly getting wet at the taps (three changes and then we started borrowing!) she did pull (she did move the wagon) Eden and Elise too and managed climbing the mount by herself.
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 22 days
11 October 2015
Pink tulips! They all came out and look great. Now what to do with them next year?
Pink tulips! They all came out and look great. Now what to do with them next year?
11 October 2015
Beautiful wellie day. Smoothies on the beach.
Beautiful wellie day. Smoothies on the beach.
11 October 2015
Iris's favorite spot. Sitting on the chair in her room and turning on and off the lamp.
Iris's favorite spot. Sitting on the chair in her room and turning on and off the lamp.
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 21 days
10 October 2015
At the last minute we booked 4 tickets to kiwi moon at Hannah playhouse for Poppy & Olive. Some heavy themes which probably went over their heads and some questions after about the fire and the kiwi in the moon but lots of giggles and laugher about the huhu grubs and the white kiwi dancing and singing. Thanks nan for minding Iris for the first time! It all went well!
At the last minute we booked 4 tickets to kiwi moon at Hannah playhouse for Poppy & Olive. Some heavy themes which probably went over their heads and some questions after about the fire and the kiwi in the moon but lots of giggles and laugher about the huhu grubs and the white kiwi dancing and singing. Thanks nan for minding Iris for the first time! It all went well!
Olive: 3 years and 7 months
10 October 2015
At last the beach! I can feel summer in my wings! Olive pulled off shoes & socks the first opportunity she got and we had fun collecting things for our crab castle (daddy found it) Iris was 'so busy' exploring on her own with a few complaints after getting sand in her fingers. She was so interested in the crab she pulled it's shell off. (But easily fixed) even managed to start the vege patch today!
At last the beach! I can feel summer in my wings! Olive pulled off shoes & socks the first opportunity she got and we had fun collecting things for our crab castle (daddy found it) Iris was 'so busy' exploring on her own with a few complaints after getting sand in her fingers. She was so interested in the crab she pulled it's shell off. (But easily fixed) even managed to start the vege patch today!
02 October 2015
Yet another botanical trip (I don't mind as the flowers are all out) to meet great aunty delwynne for a coffee and a stroll. Highlight was the monkey tails in the frog fountain, and low point watching a terrified toddler after a duck stole her lunch.
Yet another botanical trip (I don't mind as the flowers are all out) to meet great aunty delwynne for a coffee and a stroll. Highlight was the monkey tails in the frog fountain, and low point watching a terrified toddler after a duck stole her lunch.
02 October 2015
Just an ordinary photo of Iris in the high hair. Hmmm I didn't put her in there? Olive said she climbed in! Very suspicious!
Just an ordinary photo of Iris in the high hair. Hmmm I didn't put her in there? Olive said she climbed in! Very suspicious!
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 12 days
01 October 2015
Just stumbled across this photo of our fur child. He doesn't just much a look in these days, but Lyon is a very family friendly chap especially with Iris taking an active interest in him which at times are lovely and other times not so, you can see why Lyon is weary of children. But I can see how much fun they all have and will have.
Just stumbled across this photo of our fur child. He doesn't just much a look in these days, but Lyon is a very family friendly chap especially with Iris taking an active interest in him which at times are lovely and other times not so, you can see why Lyon is weary of children. But I can see how much fun they all have and will have.
Lyon: 4 years and 5 months
30 September 2015
A very excited Olive on the cable car with tunnel lights. We enjoyed the space place with a visual show about planets too. The cable car museum , sticks (wands) and hanging at the cafe were highlights.
A very excited Olive on the cable car with tunnel lights. We enjoyed the space place with a visual show about planets too. The cable car museum , sticks (wands) and hanging at the cafe were highlights.
Olive: 3 years and 7 months
29 September 2015
Daddy daycare took the girls to the zoo! Not a lot of photos but they both had a lot of fun. Olives favourite: the meerkats. Daddy's favourite: the dingos (splitting image of Lyon). Iris's favourite: climbing along the giant centipede!
Daddy daycare took the girls to the zoo! Not a lot of photos but they both had a lot of fun. Olives favourite: the meerkats. Daddy's favourite: the dingos (splitting image of Lyon). Iris's favourite: climbing along the giant centipede!
28 September 2015
Happy little Larry sitting on the couch and loves sitting on Olive's high seat at the table now too.
Happy little Larry sitting on the couch and loves sitting on Olive's high seat at the table now too.
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 8 days
28 September 2015
Day one of holidays which also coincides with mummy's work, lovely scooter with freya along waterfront on a sunny but cold wind day. Scarlett and Iris got a play at the playground too. My my how different the scootering is since last holidays for both girls.
Day one of holidays which also coincides with mummy's work, lovely scooter with freya along waterfront on a sunny but cold wind day. Scarlett and Iris got a play at the playground too. My my how different the scootering is since last holidays for both girls.
27 September 2015
Tom is 36! We had a relaxing walk around the park, followed by brunch at our local, banana cake with salted Caramel icing (second attempt, first attempt was cooked on the defrost setting-my mind a wanders these days) yummy dinner at Charlie noble and all day brunch on Sunday with the family.
Tom is 36! We had a relaxing walk around the park, followed by brunch at our local, banana cake with salted Caramel icing (second attempt, first attempt was cooked on the defrost setting-my mind a wanders these days) yummy dinner at Charlie noble and all day brunch on Sunday with the family.
26 September 2015
Olive stated "I'm not very good at following instructions am I daddy?" As she was helping me put together my awesome 1300 piece birthday present.
Olive stated "I'm not very good at following instructions am I daddy?" As she was helping me put together my awesome 1300 piece birthday present.
Olive: 3 years and 7 months
25 September 2015
This is what I arrived to work to on Friday. Followed by cake and whiskey at 3.30pm. Not a bad effort!
This is what I arrived to work to on Friday. Followed by cake and whiskey at 3.30pm. Not a bad effort!
22 September 2015
Iris loves Lyon.
Iris loves Lyon.
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 2 days
Lyon: 4 years and 4 months
22 September 2015
First world problem: spice rack. Solved with magnetic wonder!
First world problem: spice rack. Solved with magnetic wonder!
22 September 2015
Last day of the term at PC. Iris found her paints once again and really got into the physical obstacle course inside on a wet wet rainy day.
Last day of the term at PC. Iris found her paints once again and really got into the physical obstacle course inside on a wet wet rainy day.
Olive: 3 years and 7 months
Iris: 1 year, 3 months and 2 days
20 September 2015
Toy Library Toy Fun
Toy Library Toy Fun
Iris: 1 year and 3 months
20 September 2015
Playing the drums with Harry at the Foo's.
Playing the drums with Harry at the Foo's.
Olive: 3 years and 7 months
19 September 2015
Lucas turned three! So we partied at junglerama, had to go on everything with olive as it was all a bit overwhelming and told off a few big boys being silly (who shouldn't even be in there) mother hen was protecting her baby.
Lucas turned three! So we partied at junglerama, had to go on everything with olive as it was all a bit overwhelming and told off a few big boys being silly (who shouldn't even be in there) mother hen was protecting her baby.
Olive: 3 years and 7 months
16 September 2015
Iris is becoming so independent and physical and this slide was a great example. She can now climb up the steps and happily slides down (quite a big slide) with me catching her at the bottom. Giggles all the way down.
Iris is becoming so independent and physical and this slide was a great example. She can now climb up the steps and happily slides down (quite a big slide) with me catching her at the bottom. Giggles all the way down.
Iris: 1 year, 2 months and 27 days
15 September 2015
Purple cornflour gloop fun. Kids loved making witch fingers and kept them engaged for ages. Iris wasn't even prepared to touch it. With snow, grass, sand and paint textures being introduced lately I think she is overwhelmed by it all.
Purple cornflour gloop fun. Kids loved making witch fingers and kept them engaged for ages. Iris wasn't even prepared to touch it. With snow, grass, sand and paint textures being introduced lately I think she is overwhelmed by it all.
Olive: 3 years and 7 months
Iris: 1 year, 2 months and 26 days
14 September 2015
A lovely stop off at peka peka beach to remind us of summer. The kids were great in the car and bad jelly the witch is awesome! Even saw a seal on the beach, I can see us having a Bach here one day....
A lovely stop off at peka peka beach to remind us of summer. The kids were great in the car and bad jelly the witch is awesome! Even saw a seal on the beach, I can see us having a Bach here one day....
13 September 2015
Olive Goes Sledding
Olive Goes Sledding
Olive: 3 years and 6 months
13 September 2015
Snow, sun and sledding! And top carpark (lucky after waiting in a queue!) olive had a great time, Iris was mute for the whole time, a bit unsure of this snow stuff.
Snow, sun and sledding! And top carpark (lucky after waiting in a queue!) olive had a great time, Iris was mute for the whole time, a bit unsure of this snow stuff.
11 September 2015
A dream came true for Olive as we saw the big carrot once again in Ohakune.
A dream came true for Olive as we saw the big carrot once again in Ohakune.
08 September 2015
Iris and Olive enjoy paint between their toes. Iris was a bit unsure of the feeling and they both managed bum prints too!
Iris and Olive enjoy paint between their toes. Iris was a bit unsure of the feeling and they both managed bum prints too!
Olive: 3 years and 6 months
Iris: 1 year, 2 months and 19 days
06 September 2015
Daddy day! Everyone in the bed! An egg benie muffin in bed followed by a steam train ride and lunch. Train ride was a hit apart from it leaving the mums behind on the first trip!
Daddy day! Everyone in the bed! An egg benie muffin in bed followed by a steam train ride and lunch. Train ride was a hit apart from it leaving the mums behind on the first trip!
06 September 2015
Such a lovely Father's Day picture from Olive. Including an accurate depiction of grumpy daddy!
Such a lovely Father's Day picture from Olive. Including an accurate depiction of grumpy daddy!
Olive: 3 years and 6 months
05 September 2015
We had Tiff, Jamie and Jonty around for a yummy lamb roast dinner. Lots of fun seeing the two little ones get up to mischief.
We had Tiff, Jamie and Jonty around for a yummy lamb roast dinner. Lots of fun seeing the two little ones get up to mischief.
01 September 2015
Parachute madness at PC
Parachute madness at PC
30 August 2015
We enjoyed burger on a plate at the kid friendly Southern Cross (man there were a lot of kids and ours weren't the worst behaved!) even got a sneaky wheat beer and felt like we were in a beer garden in Europe. The sun was out and really hot so we ventured up to the memorial park for some hide and seek with Anthony, Lana & Nige. Iris loved the open spaces and climbing all the steps too.
We enjoyed burger on a plate at the kid friendly Southern Cross (man there were a lot of kids and ours weren't the worst behaved!) even got a sneaky wheat beer and felt like we were in a beer garden in Europe. The sun was out and really hot so we ventured up to the memorial park for some hide and seek with Anthony, Lana & Nige. Iris loved the open spaces and climbing all the steps too.
27 August 2015
Iris enjoys her weekly visit to the WhosOnLocation office. Today she ate half an apple while drawing with chalk everywhere!
Iris enjoys her weekly visit to the WhosOnLocation office. Today she ate half an apple while drawing with chalk everywhere!
Iris: 1 year, 2 months and 7 days
25 August 2015
We had a fun PC adventure train ride and a visit to the sea museum. Olive loved the train ride, and the boat at the museum. Iris snoozed for most of it!
We had a fun PC adventure train ride and a visit to the sea museum. Olive loved the train ride, and the boat at the museum. Iris snoozed for most of it!
24 August 2015
Our first holiday all year! We had a long weekend in Taupo with the grandparents. The drive was really good both girls did really well. It was lovely to get away and relax? Iris continued to wake at 5.30am for a daddy walk in the early hours and olive sneaked into bed for a cuddle at 6.30am with mummy. (I got the better deal)
Our first holiday all year! We had a long weekend in Taupo with the grandparents. The drive was really good both girls did really well. It was lovely to get away and relax? Iris continued to wake at 5.30am for a daddy walk in the early hours and olive sneaked into bed for a cuddle at 6.30am with mummy. (I got the better deal)
19 August 2015
Just a few of the irinee antics.
Just a few of the irinee antics.
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 30 days
16 August 2015
The baby iris's are out!
The baby iris's are out!
16 August 2015
My Mooje.
My Mooje.
Olive: 3 years and 6 months
16 August 2015
A nice scooter along the waterfront with the cousins, followed by a variety of delish lunch options and a mini picnic.
A nice scooter along the waterfront with the cousins, followed by a variety of delish lunch options and a mini picnic.
15 August 2015
Iris is just coming into the age of Gym jam, great to get her practicing all her climbing
Iris is just coming into the age of Gym jam, great to get her practicing all her climbing
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 26 days
12 August 2015
We are really interested in tea parties with 'real water' that we have to drink. Olive's scootering is going so well too, so well mummy has to run to keep up!
We are really interested in tea parties with 'real water' that we have to drink. Olive's scootering is going so well too, so well mummy has to run to keep up!
Olive: 3 years and 5 months
12 August 2015
Well it's finally happened... I'm getting older and need glasses (but for the record I can still drive without them) Still feels like I'm inside a goldfish bowl wearing them and they give me headaches - change is hard.
Well it's finally happened... I'm getting older and need glasses (but for the record I can still drive without them) Still feels like I'm inside a goldfish bowl wearing them and they give me headaches - change is hard.
11 August 2015
Playcenter
Playcenter
10 August 2015
We were shouted a fantastic night out at the "soft launch" of James' new gig - the Park Kitchen in Miramar. Great food, wine and beers on tap!
We were shouted a fantastic night out at the "soft launch" of James' new gig - the Park Kitchen in Miramar. Great food, wine and beers on tap!
10 August 2015
What a joker. Not sure how she managed to get ink from a coloured pencil?
What a joker. Not sure how she managed to get ink from a coloured pencil?
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 21 days
05 August 2015
See saw, see saw.
See saw, see saw.
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 16 days
05 August 2015
Our resident Elton John.
Our resident Elton John.
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 16 days
04 August 2015
Some beanbag action to keep Iris entertained this afternoon since we missed a nap again. 2 naps may be the thing of the past, about time!
Some beanbag action to keep Iris entertained this afternoon since we missed a nap again. 2 naps may be the thing of the past, about time!
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 15 days
04 August 2015
Iris's first painting experience! Loved it and ate some too.
Iris's first painting experience! Loved it and ate some too.
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 15 days
04 August 2015
We found a baby stick insect on our way to Playcentre so we bought it along for a visit (mummy had to be brave) Olive was interested enough to count its legs and draw it, Iris really enjoyed marking the paper.
We found a baby stick insect on our way to Playcentre so we bought it along for a visit (mummy had to be brave) Olive was interested enough to count its legs and draw it, Iris really enjoyed marking the paper.
Olive: 3 years and 5 months
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 15 days
02 August 2015
Cousin Ben comes for a play date! Loved giving Iris and Lyon cuddles. Such a happy wee fellow.
Cousin Ben comes for a play date! Loved giving Iris and Lyon cuddles. Such a happy wee fellow.
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 13 days
Lyon: 4 years and 3 months
30 July 2015
We checked out Kinderbear? Cafe in petone, lots of toys for kids, so got a good catchup with jonty & tiff.
We checked out Kinderbear? Cafe in petone, lots of toys for kids, so got a good catchup with jonty & tiff.
27 July 2015
Olive and I have got into a habit at bedtime of saying our favoutite and best thing about the day... Which is always interesting what she comes out with, bath with Iris, Lunch at kindly, ponies with hazel. But this was my favoutite for Monday kindy wall, the smile says it all
Olive and I have got into a habit at bedtime of saying our favoutite and best thing about the day... Which is always interesting what she comes out with, bath with Iris, Lunch at kindly, ponies with hazel. But this was my favoutite for Monday kindy wall, the smile says it all
Olive: 3 years and 5 months
26 July 2015
Lucy's pony party! With real ponies! Olive wasn't so keen on a ride but loved patting the guinea pigs and bunnies. Always great to check out other kindys, can't believe Lucy is 3! Olive has got into a lot more climbing lately and enjoyed another playground challenge!
Lucy's pony party! With real ponies! Olive wasn't so keen on a ride but loved patting the guinea pigs and bunnies. Always great to check out other kindys, can't believe Lucy is 3! Olive has got into a lot more climbing lately and enjoyed another playground challenge!
26 July 2015
Next on the birthday bash weekend is Violet's third birthday! A nice and relaxing family affair. Olive had so much fun with the Anna and Elsa balloon. Pity it flew out of the car when we were on our way home from the next party! Olive was a little devastated.
Next on the birthday bash weekend is Violet's third birthday! A nice and relaxing family affair. Olive had so much fun with the Anna and Elsa balloon. Pity it flew out of the car when we were on our way home from the next party! Olive was a little devastated.
25 July 2015
Our partyorama weekend was kicked off with Ben's 5th pirate themed birthday party out at his Pauatahanui kindy. Much fun had by all.
Our partyorama weekend was kicked off with Ben's 5th pirate themed birthday party out at his Pauatahanui kindy. Much fun had by all.
21 July 2015
Term 3! We survived the holidays! Back into PC, Iris really enjoying being able to get into everything, especially climbing the fort.
Term 3! We survived the holidays! Back into PC, Iris really enjoying being able to get into everything, especially climbing the fort.
Iris: 1 year, 1 month and 1 day
20 July 2015
So far Iris has been a very good eater. Here's hoping it continues!
So far Iris has been a very good eater. Here's hoping it continues!
Iris: 1 year and 1 month
19 July 2015
A lovely brunch at Lana & Niges followed by a scooter & biking at Ant's future school in the sunny but freezing conditions. The kids got on like time hadn't passed.
A lovely brunch at Lana & Niges followed by a scooter & biking at Ant's future school in the sunny but freezing conditions. The kids got on like time hadn't passed.
Iris: 1 year and 29 days
18 July 2015
Such a helpful carrot peeler! Will have to get her onto the potatoes next.
Such a helpful carrot peeler! Will have to get her onto the potatoes next.
Olive: 3 years and 5 months
18 July 2015
A fun catch up at Granny and Poppas. The 3 babies slept while the 3 big kids had big kid time, then the babies had a play. Olive and Violet had fun colouring in the same picture.
A fun catch up at Granny and Poppas. The 3 babies slept while the 3 big kids had big kid time, then the babies had a play. Olive and Violet had fun colouring in the same picture.
17 July 2015
So sleepy.
So sleepy.
Lyon: 4 years and 2 months
17 July 2015
With a temperature every night, it is nice to get a little smile out of Iris. It has to be teething! Beautiful sunny friday.
With a temperature every night, it is nice to get a little smile out of Iris. It has to be teething! Beautiful sunny friday.
Iris: 1 year and 27 days
16 July 2015
Don't get caught with egg on your face...
Don't get caught with egg on your face...
Iris: 1 year and 26 days
15 July 2015
Oh the excitement of having a big truck at our house today! Tom booked it yesterday for today and luckily Poppa was available to help concrete under the house and fill the skip. So glad that rubbish pile has gone, we were starting to look like one if those houses...
Oh the excitement of having a big truck at our house today! Tom booked it yesterday for today and luckily Poppa was available to help concrete under the house and fill the skip. So glad that rubbish pile has gone, we were starting to look like one if those houses...
15 July 2015
Iris has stated hopping on and off the trike by herself. She shuffles it round the room looking very proud of herself.
Iris has stated hopping on and off the trike by herself. She shuffles it round the room looking very proud of herself.
Iris: 1 year and 25 days
14 July 2015
This was all the "sit" Lyon could manage on the frosty grass this morning.
This was all the "sit" Lyon could manage on the frosty grass this morning.
Lyon: 4 years and 2 months
13 July 2015
Day 3 of more scootering. It was sunny, still but really cold, so we scootered all the way to kcc and the playground. The confidence is building which is great, hills are another thing though! Iris loved the fort and has very quickly grasp the going down backwards concept which is awesome, apart from the one time mummy wasn't there in time! Bad mummy. She is loving being part of everything.
Day 3 of more scootering. It was sunny, still but really cold, so we scootered all the way to kcc and the playground. The confidence is building which is great, hills are another thing though! Iris loved the fort and has very quickly grasp the going down backwards concept which is awesome, apart from the one time mummy wasn't there in time! Bad mummy. She is loving being part of everything.
12 July 2015
Who knew behind the couch was such fun? We made some progress under the house while alternating child minding. Nearly there!
Who knew behind the couch was such fun? We made some progress under the house while alternating child minding. Nearly there!
11 July 2015
A weekend of scootering. We scootered along Petone foreshore and walked back drawing with sticks (olive and mummy kept a few, not sure what it is about sticks which I like so much?) we are all loving this scooter action, keep it coming!
A weekend of scootering. We scootered along Petone foreshore and walked back drawing with sticks (olive and mummy kept a few, not sure what it is about sticks which I like so much?) we are all loving this scooter action, keep it coming!
10 July 2015
With Iris on antibiotics, Olive had conjunctivitis and it pouring down, it was a home day of a thousand activities. Olive and I baked a kumara cake (Delish) and her baking skills are really coming along as she can fill cups perfectly and sifted them too. I said Olive could lick the bowl and the next minute her whole head was in it. Olive dressed Iris up and they had some lovely moments, especially when O wanted to hold Iris's other hand to help her walk. A very caring big sis.
With Iris on antibiotics, Olive had conjunctivitis and it pouring down, it was a home day of a thousand activities. Olive and I baked a kumara cake (Delish) and her baking skills are really coming along as she can fill cups perfectly and sifted them too. I said Olive could lick the bowl and the next minute her whole head was in it. Olive dressed Iris up and they had some lovely moments, especially when O wanted to hold Iris's other hand to help her walk. A very caring big sis.
07 July 2015
'Green sun with teeth'. Olive has recently noticed and drawn people with a head AND body with two circles! Big step.
'Green sun with teeth'. Olive has recently noticed and drawn people with a head AND body with two circles! Big step.
Olive: 3 years and 4 months
05 July 2015
It takes two grandparents to change this munchkin!
It takes two grandparents to change this munchkin!
Iris: 1 year and 15 days
05 July 2015
After Tom's morning half marathon we did some more scootering and brunch at our local.
After Tom's morning half marathon we did some more scootering and brunch at our local.
04 July 2015
A beautiful morning for a scoot and a spot of jellyfish watching at the waterfront. Olive has become a lot more confident on her scooter lately - which is great to see.
A beautiful morning for a scoot and a spot of jellyfish watching at the waterfront. Olive has become a lot more confident on her scooter lately - which is great to see.
Olive: 3 years and 4 months
03 July 2015
Well I think we can safely say that Iris has mastered climbing on all our tables. If she can get up on it she will!
Well I think we can safely say that Iris has mastered climbing on all our tables. If she can get up on it she will!
Iris: 1 year and 13 days
30 June 2015
Olive and Max have become quite friendly over this term, they are the oldest on Tuesday session so stepping up! Olive enjoyed telling max which ball to get and he would try to throw it up to her, she can be quite the little bossy boots when she is comfortable! A good sign!
Olive and Max have become quite friendly over this term, they are the oldest on Tuesday session so stepping up! Olive enjoyed telling max which ball to get and he would try to throw it up to her, she can be quite the little bossy boots when she is comfortable! A good sign!
Olive: 3 years and 4 months
30 June 2015
Iris is getting around at Playcentre and making friends (as much as a one year can!) we love climbing everything and loves being around the action. We have started having minor tantees when taken away from the fun!
Iris is getting around at Playcentre and making friends (as much as a one year can!) we love climbing everything and loves being around the action. We have started having minor tantees when taken away from the fun!
Iris: 1 year and 10 days
26 June 2015
Spot the blondie! So nice seeing her listening so well. Monday pickup they were going over the earthquake turtle song and I spotted Olive being a turtle with all the rest. So nice.
Spot the blondie! So nice seeing her listening so well. Monday pickup they were going over the earthquake turtle song and I spotted Olive being a turtle with all the rest. So nice.
Olive: 3 years and 4 months
22 June 2015
Bath time is great. Iris enjoys watching after her bath but does a nudie runner when it is dressing time. I can't leave the step stool out, boxes or little chairs as Iris is very keen on climbing these days too.
Bath time is great. Iris enjoys watching after her bath but does a nudie runner when it is dressing time. I can't leave the step stool out, boxes or little chairs as Iris is very keen on climbing these days too.
Iris: 1 year and 2 days
22 June 2015
Iris has been really interested in Lyon of late. She can pat gently and wants to touch nose and eyes (poor patient Lyon) the minute she joins him in his bed, he has gone, the dog bed is a favourite play area too.
Iris has been really interested in Lyon of late. She can pat gently and wants to touch nose and eyes (poor patient Lyon) the minute she joins him in his bed, he has gone, the dog bed is a favourite play area too.
Iris: 1 year and 2 days
Lyon: 4 years and 1 month
21 June 2015
Went on a lovely walk up Wrights Hill to see the view and enjoy the sunshine. Should really venture up here more often.
Went on a lovely walk up Wrights Hill to see the view and enjoy the sunshine. Should really venture up here more often.
20 June 2015
Iris turns one! Hard to believe our baby is one already. The year has gone by so quick! Here are a few photos from the day. A nice relaxing family affair.
Iris turns one! Hard to believe our baby is one already. The year has gone by so quick! Here are a few photos from the day. A nice relaxing family affair.
Iris: 1 year
17 June 2015
After a few horrible days of us all being sick, (mummy's first sick day in 3.5years) we had to get out!
After a few horrible days of us all being sick, (mummy's first sick day in 3.5years) we had to get out!
17 June 2015
Our little crown. Iris has recently been pulling this cheesy smile and she gets a great reaction, how could you not laugh? I had this face after every mouthful at lunch.
Our little crown. Iris has recently been pulling this cheesy smile and she gets a great reaction, how could you not laugh? I had this face after every mouthful at lunch.
Iris: 11 months and 28 days
15 June 2015
Iris has a new smile on demand. She sure knows how make us laugh!
Iris has a new smile on demand. She sure knows how make us laugh!
Iris: 11 months and 26 days
14 June 2015
Daddy had a lovely sunny outing to the park and cafe for lunch while mummy was out eating cake.
Daddy had a lovely sunny outing to the park and cafe for lunch while mummy was out eating cake.
13 June 2015
And so another project begins while many others are unfinished... In my defense the bush died it was an eye sore! Boring road ahead before I get to plant the hedge and plum trees!
And so another project begins while many others are unfinished... In my defense the bush died it was an eye sore! Boring road ahead before I get to plant the hedge and plum trees!
12 June 2015
Latest interest, she has found a tunnel behind the couch. Iris is starting to understand simple games, chase, hide and seek, finding things under cups, and always comes up for a cuddle.
Latest interest, she has found a tunnel behind the couch. Iris is starting to understand simple games, chase, hide and seek, finding things under cups, and always comes up for a cuddle.
Iris: 11 months and 23 days
12 June 2015
Another nice walk to kindy, saying goodbye to daddy as he catches the bus. Olive has really stepped up since Tom has been working in town. Dinners are a lot better (touch wood) with minimal tantrums and bath times are lovely.
Another nice walk to kindy, saying goodbye to daddy as he catches the bus. Olive has really stepped up since Tom has been working in town. Dinners are a lot better (touch wood) with minimal tantrums and bath times are lovely.
Olive: 3 years and 3 months
09 June 2015
Iris, Scarlett and another Olive! Nice to see Iris being interested in other babies, mainly eyes and pulling hair (poor things!) and exploring yet more doors. She loves placing items, closing them in, reopening to discover they are still there! Loves doors, crawling with just about anything in her mouth, pushing anything along the floor and watching clothes drop over and over again.
Iris, Scarlett and another Olive! Nice to see Iris being interested in other babies, mainly eyes and pulling hair (poor things!) and exploring yet more doors. She loves placing items, closing them in, reopening to discover they are still there! Loves doors, crawling with just about anything in her mouth, pushing anything along the floor and watching clothes drop over and over again.
Iris: 11 months and 20 days
09 June 2015
Karori Playcentre has slowly been doing up the playground, which is looking great! Still lots to do! First time Olive really got into exploring it, loved the hilly slide. She was buzzing around trying everything!
Karori Playcentre has slowly been doing up the playground, which is looking great! Still lots to do! First time Olive really got into exploring it, loved the hilly slide. She was buzzing around trying everything!
Olive: 3 years and 3 months
08 June 2015
Lyon just can't help himself but join in on the fun, plonks himself down in the middle of our ball game as goalie. Typical.
Lyon just can't help himself but join in on the fun, plonks himself down in the middle of our ball game as goalie. Typical.
Lyon: 4 years and 1 month
08 June 2015
We enjoyed the autumn leaves and the walk to kindy with our fairy this morning. Week two begins with no Tom at home...
We enjoyed the autumn leaves and the walk to kindy with our fairy this morning. Week two begins with no Tom at home...
Olive: 3 years and 3 months
07 June 2015
We met the Prossers at the island bay aquarium. Olive was a little braver this time and touched a starfish! We all enjoyed the octopus feeding. That thing is amazing. After, we managed a nice lunch in the sun at spruce goose.
We met the Prossers at the island bay aquarium. Olive was a little braver this time and touched a starfish! We all enjoyed the octopus feeding. That thing is amazing. After, we managed a nice lunch in the sun at spruce goose.
01 June 2015
Got to keep an eye on the dog flap these days or else cheeky is halfway across the deck before you know it! She also loves sitting in things like the trolley or Olives doll cots.
Got to keep an eye on the dog flap these days or else cheeky is halfway across the deck before you know it! She also loves sitting in things like the trolley or Olives doll cots.
Iris: 11 months and 12 days
31 May 2015
The family has succumbed to Tom's Oneies antics. Olive loves her lambie one, now to find one for Iris! It has been a cold and frosty week, my bougainvillea has suffered with wilted leaves just after it was looking so healthy and flowering! The fire has been awesome, can't beat it. Bring on winter and snow!
The family has succumbed to Tom's Oneies antics. Olive loves her lambie one, now to find one for Iris! It has been a cold and frosty week, my bougainvillea has suffered with wilted leaves just after it was looking so healthy and flowering! The fire has been awesome, can't beat it. Bring on winter and snow!
Olive: 3 years and 3 months
26 May 2015
A cold start this morning at -1 degrees. Olive was a lot better at getting dressed in warm clothes (usually only wants to wear Tshirts!) but the too small red shoes had to stay. Giraffe skirt stayed at home - thank goodness!
A cold start this morning at -1 degrees. Olive was a lot better at getting dressed in warm clothes (usually only wants to wear Tshirts!) but the too small red shoes had to stay. Giraffe skirt stayed at home - thank goodness!
Olive: 3 years and 3 months
24 May 2015
Daddy swing
Daddy swing
23 May 2015
Iris loved pushing Olive's scooter around civic square while Olive was at French.
Iris loved pushing Olive's scooter around civic square while Olive was at French.
Iris: 11 months and 3 days
21 May 2015
Jonty came for a play date with Iriee. 4 weeks younger but 4 inches taller! (Or there abouts)
Jonty came for a play date with Iriee. 4 weeks younger but 4 inches taller! (Or there abouts)
Iris: 11 months and 1 day
18 May 2015
Iriee loves doors, and placing things inside books at the moment, she can find me anywhere in the house and loves being mobile. She is getting on her tippy toes to reach things too.
Iriee loves doors, and placing things inside books at the moment, she can find me anywhere in the house and loves being mobile. She is getting on her tippy toes to reach things too.
Iris: 10 months and 28 days
17 May 2015
Popped in to wish Alex a happy 5th birthday! A school boy now! Olive and Violet had fun in Violets bed together while Alex was more interested in putting his cool new superhero Lego together.
Popped in to wish Alex a happy 5th birthday! A school boy now! Olive and Violet had fun in Violets bed together while Alex was more interested in putting his cool new superhero Lego together.
17 May 2015
A fun weekend in Greytown with the Thompsons and the Wohlers. We tried sleeping Olive with the three boys in one room the first night - but it didn't work out so well. Maybe next year! There was sheep feeding, fijoa picking, table tennis, trampolining and the kids all got on really well. The adults even managed a tasty roast lamb dinner and a game of settlers in between baby wake ups!
A fun weekend in Greytown with the Thompsons and the Wohlers. We tried sleeping Olive with the three boys in one room the first night - but it didn't work out so well. Maybe next year! There was sheep feeding, fijoa picking, table tennis, trampolining and the kids all got on really well. The adults even managed a tasty roast lamb dinner and a game of settlers in between baby wake ups!
12 May 2015
Olive really got into bubble pictures at playcentre today and Iriee was happy to just be at the table with a straw. A lot more independent play from Olive today which was great to see.
Olive really got into bubble pictures at playcentre today and Iriee was happy to just be at the table with a straw. A lot more independent play from Olive today which was great to see.
Olive: 3 years and 2 months
10 May 2015
Olive and Iris are enjoying playing with each other. If Iris doesn't like what Olive is doing, she lashes out and tries to bite Olive (or her feet), maybe a biter? It is so lovely to see their relationship change.
Olive and Iris are enjoying playing with each other. If Iris doesn't like what Olive is doing, she lashes out and tries to bite Olive (or her feet), maybe a biter? It is so lovely to see their relationship change.
Iris: 10 months and 20 days
10 May 2015
A lovely wake up with Olive so excited to tell me what was on the card and book before I opened it. The card is a treasure. Iris on the left, mummy with lipstick & hair on the right and signed 'o' & 'i' at the bottom. Lovely day with both sets of families.
A lovely wake up with Olive so excited to tell me what was on the card and book before I opened it. The card is a treasure. Iris on the left, mummy with lipstick & hair on the right and signed 'o' & 'i' at the bottom. Lovely day with both sets of families.
06 May 2015
These two very rarely get some one on one time. It was so lovely to see them playing so well together. They read books, went hand in hand to London together and made birthday cakes for everyone.
These two very rarely get some one on one time. It was so lovely to see them playing so well together. They read books, went hand in hand to London together and made birthday cakes for everyone.
Olive: 3 years and 2 months
04 May 2015
Iriee's New Tricks.
Iriee's New Tricks.
Iris: 10 months and 14 days
03 May 2015
Had a fun and busy Daddy day out with the girls. Petone beach for a dog walk and some shell collecting, Waterloo School fair to see where Alex starts school in a couple of weeks and then a chill out afternoon at Granny and Poppas while Iris had a super long afternoon nap.
Had a fun and busy Daddy day out with the girls. Petone beach for a dog walk and some shell collecting, Waterloo School fair to see where Alex starts school in a couple of weeks and then a chill out afternoon at Granny and Poppas while Iris had a super long afternoon nap.
28 April 2015
With s bag full of recycled parade poppies, it raining and the playground still a construction site, the kids and adults had ball!
With s bag full of recycled parade poppies, it raining and the playground still a construction site, the kids and adults had ball!
27 April 2015
Happy birthday Lyon! To celebrate you had a great run in the rain up Makara Peak with Daddy and Uncle James and were given your first bone!
Happy birthday Lyon! To celebrate you had a great run in the rain up Makara Peak with Daddy and Uncle James and were given your first bone!
Lyon: 4 years
26 April 2015
A nice catch up (and a damn strong beer) with the Foo's and McMillans. We stayed out till 6pm! Our latest night for ages. Olive was very excited to be out after dark.
A nice catch up (and a damn strong beer) with the Foo's and McMillans. We stayed out till 6pm! Our latest night for ages. Olive was very excited to be out after dark.
25 April 2015
We were able to enjoy a lovely night out to celebrate 4 years of mawidge. We caught the last light show showing at the new Anazac memorial too. The kids didn't wake for Granny - it's awesome to have our evenings back!
We were able to enjoy a lovely night out to celebrate 4 years of mawidge. We caught the last light show showing at the new Anazac memorial too. The kids didn't wake for Granny - it's awesome to have our evenings back!
25 April 2015
This kept Iris amused for a good 30 minutes. Iris tunnel of love!
This kept Iris amused for a good 30 minutes. Iris tunnel of love!
Iris: 10 months and 5 days
23 April 2015
A while back when we had our live in guest Rosie the caterpillar, Olive drew some lovely pictures of what was happening. The first drawing was Rosie inside her green & gold cocoon, with leaves. The second was Rosie as a orange butterfly in a black cocoon with a green swan. Third was Rosie flying with her big orange wings and legs. Just magic.
A while back when we had our live in guest Rosie the caterpillar, Olive drew some lovely pictures of what was happening. The first drawing was Rosie inside her green & gold cocoon, with leaves. The second was Rosie as a orange butterfly in a black cocoon with a green swan. Third was Rosie flying with her big orange wings and legs. Just magic.
Olive: 3 years and 2 months
23 April 2015
Olive has started to show interest in letters and words while we are reading books and wants to copy our letter shapes. Her drawings of people have started to have round hands and eyes and lots of hair and we love drawing with two pens at a time. The sun has made a few appearances too.
Olive has started to show interest in letters and words while we are reading books and wants to copy our letter shapes. Her drawings of people have started to have round hands and eyes and lots of hair and we love drawing with two pens at a time. The sun has made a few appearances too.
Olive: 3 years and 2 months
19 April 2015
Iriee has discovered Olive's chair cave. Olive is fantastic at letting Iriee in on the fun.
Iriee has discovered Olive's chair cave. Olive is fantastic at letting Iriee in on the fun.
Olive: 3 years and 2 months
Iris: 9 months and 30 days
17 April 2015
We checked out Air NZ exhibition at Te Papa and enjoyed a plane ride to the park.
We checked out Air NZ exhibition at Te Papa and enjoyed a plane ride to the park.
15 April 2015
This will become a common occurrence.
This will become a common occurrence.
Iris: 9 months and 26 days
13 April 2015
It is a wonder to watch Iriee Ann playing. She is so fascinated by everything.
It is a wonder to watch Iriee Ann playing. She is so fascinated by everything.
Iris: 9 months and 24 days
11 April 2015
Cheeky monkey.
Cheeky monkey.
Iris: 9 months and 22 days
08 April 2015
We have been enjoying online shopping but the last time we made it in store Iriee has moved up to the big trolley seat, right next to big sis. They are really enjoying each other. Olive has a new car seat and Iriee has at last moved out of the capsule. They can now see each other with lots of giggling in the back seat too.
We have been enjoying online shopping but the last time we made it in store Iriee has moved up to the big trolley seat, right next to big sis. They are really enjoying each other. Olive has a new car seat and Iriee has at last moved out of the capsule. They can now see each other with lots of giggling in the back seat too.
Olive: 3 years and 1 month
Iris: 9 months and 19 days
06 April 2015
Olive takes bubble bath to a new level, Iriee thinks it is hilarious.
Olive takes bubble bath to a new level, Iriee thinks it is hilarious.
05 April 2015
Our little Iriee Ann bunny. Lyon is very interesting at the moment!
Our little Iriee Ann bunny. Lyon is very interesting at the moment!
Iris: 9 months and 16 days
Lyon: 3 years and 11 months
05 April 2015
We hosted the extended Peck family Easter Sunday brunch and Easter egg hunt - and it was great fun! 6 cousins, 6 uncle and aunties, 2 grandparents and 3 dogs! My how the troop has expanded.
We hosted the extended Peck family Easter Sunday brunch and Easter egg hunt - and it was great fun! 6 cousins, 6 uncle and aunties, 2 grandparents and 3 dogs! My how the troop has expanded.
03 April 2015
We caught up with the gang at the Thompson farm for brunch and an Easter egg hunt.
We caught up with the gang at the Thompson farm for brunch and an Easter egg hunt.
02 April 2015
Iris loves cruising around the place. Under the table is a jungle gym and my office she is so busy!
Iris loves cruising around the place. Under the table is a jungle gym and my office she is so busy!
Iris: 9 months and 13 days
01 April 2015
Iriee Ann who is on a mission to explore! It took her seconds to get up the slide! I was amazed at her grip, then of course Olive had to do it. Iriee loves standing at the bath on either side which makes us a bit nervous.
Iriee Ann who is on a mission to explore! It took her seconds to get up the slide! I was amazed at her grip, then of course Olive had to do it. Iriee loves standing at the bath on either side which makes us a bit nervous.
Iris: 9 months and 12 days
31 March 2015
Iris leaving the baby pit to hang with the big girls, Amy, Olive & Mia. Gosh she looks too small to be standing! Her first official playdoh taste -yuck! Isn't it funny how everyone knows what it tastes like? Iris is starting to explore Playcentre.
Iris leaving the baby pit to hang with the big girls, Amy, Olive & Mia. Gosh she looks too small to be standing! Her first official playdoh taste -yuck! Isn't it funny how everyone knows what it tastes like? Iris is starting to explore Playcentre.
Iris: 9 months and 11 days
29 March 2015
Fun at Ben Burn Park.
Fun at Ben Burn Park.
Iris: 9 months and 9 days
28 March 2015
Grandad was favourite and best for story books after dinner and Olive wanted grandad to put her to bed. Very special. (Daddy doesn't get a look in these days) Daddy was told not to sit down but to go and do the dishes. The next day was the school fair where we got the coloured balls of doom!
Grandad was favourite and best for story books after dinner and Olive wanted grandad to put her to bed. Very special. (Daddy doesn't get a look in these days) Daddy was told not to sit down but to go and do the dishes. The next day was the school fair where we got the coloured balls of doom!
Olive: 3 years and 1 month
28 March 2015
Access to the finger jammer is now denied.
Access to the finger jammer is now denied.
Iris: 9 months and 8 days
26 March 2015
Olives confidence at gym tots has dramatically improved since joining her on a Thursday morning. She gets involved in all the group activities and tries out almost all of the equipment (not so keen on the tall ladders). Lots of fun!
Olives confidence at gym tots has dramatically improved since joining her on a Thursday morning. She gets involved in all the group activities and tries out almost all of the equipment (not so keen on the tall ladders). Lots of fun!
Olive: 3 years and 1 month
24 March 2015
Cousin Ben comes for a visit!
Cousin Ben comes for a visit!
24 March 2015
A lovely busy day for Olive at Playcentre. Started with bunny face painting followed by full purple face coverage, which she spent ages at. Dress ups, drilling wood, balloon egg deconstruction with sticky glue and end of session story time which Iris joined in on. A really fun independent busy day - I hardly saw Olive! Mummy even got a coffee while helping the boys saw some wood!
A lovely busy day for Olive at Playcentre. Started with bunny face painting followed by full purple face coverage, which she spent ages at. Dress ups, drilling wood, balloon egg deconstruction with sticky glue and end of session story time which Iris joined in on. A really fun independent busy day - I hardly saw Olive! Mummy even got a coffee while helping the boys saw some wood!
Olive: 3 years and 1 month
22 March 2015
What have we just done!? Start of the almighty back retaining wall / fence project. Temp fence up and ripped out the old hedge/fence.
What have we just done!? Start of the almighty back retaining wall / fence project. Temp fence up and ripped out the old hedge/fence.
21 March 2015
I was lucky enough to see NZ tromp WI in the quarter finals of the Cricket World Cup with Dad and James. What a game! Guptill 237 not out! Thanks for the tickets Helen and Robin.
I was lucky enough to see NZ tromp WI in the quarter finals of the Cricket World Cup with Dad and James. What a game! Guptill 237 not out! Thanks for the tickets Helen and Robin.
21 March 2015
Olive is incredibly proud to be a sister, talks about Iris a lot at kindy and has turned into a bit of a tattle tale when Iris is up to no good (quite handy) apart from that includes mummy & daddy too. 'Don't eat with your mouth full mummy' 'daddy sit while eating!'
Olive is incredibly proud to be a sister, talks about Iris a lot at kindy and has turned into a bit of a tattle tale when Iris is up to no good (quite handy) apart from that includes mummy & daddy too. 'Don't eat with your mouth full mummy' 'daddy sit while eating!'
Olive: 3 years and 1 month
Iris: 9 months and 1 day
20 March 2015
We love to stand. Our little legs are very shaky but it is a thrill to be up. Our favourite tricks are escaping outside and standing at the bath to watch big sister.
We love to stand. Our little legs are very shaky but it is a thrill to be up. Our favourite tricks are escaping outside and standing at the bath to watch big sister.
Iris: 9 months
18 March 2015
The Life of the Monarchs - Rosie, Freddie and Sam. A compilation of the footage we took of our little while friends, Rosie, Freddie and Sam (as named by Olive).
The Life of the Monarchs - Rosie, Freddie and Sam. A compilation of the footage we took of our little while friends, Rosie, Freddie and Sam (as named by Olive).
18 March 2015
Since Iris has been able to crawl around she usually comes along and destroys games (or wants to be included) but today was lovely as she was quite happy playing along side big sister and rolled into this position. Her sitting is just goegeous.
Since Iris has been able to crawl around she usually comes along and destroys games (or wants to be included) but today was lovely as she was quite happy playing along side big sister and rolled into this position. Her sitting is just goegeous.
Olive: 3 years and 1 month
Iris: 8 months and 26 days
17 March 2015
Olive was very unsure of the sensory pathway we did at Playcentre but after one go and enjoying the slime (which was 'like ice skating') she was the last off it. She held onto Sarah's hand and they helped each other through the trays. Don't try this at home! Olive's feet are still red!
Olive was very unsure of the sensory pathway we did at Playcentre but after one go and enjoying the slime (which was 'like ice skating') she was the last off it. She held onto Sarah's hand and they helped each other through the trays. Don't try this at home! Olive's feet are still red!
Olive: 3 years and 1 month
16 March 2015
We were tasked with feeding the neighbours two chickens and three cats over the weekend much to Olives excitement. Two fresh eggs every morning!
We were tasked with feeding the neighbours two chickens and three cats over the weekend much to Olives excitement. Two fresh eggs every morning!
15 March 2015
A great catch up at the Zwimpfers to meet baby Ben and catch up with James and Hannah.
A great catch up at the Zwimpfers to meet baby Ben and catch up with James and Hannah.
15 March 2015
Iris the Musician. With a flourish to finish!
Iris the Musician. With a flourish to finish!
Iris: 8 months and 23 days
14 March 2015
Trouble cakes has been getting up onto everything. We're not ready for this!
Trouble cakes has been getting up onto everything. We're not ready for this!
Iris: 8 months and 22 days
13 March 2015
We have lovely chats walking to kindy through the park and past the three old men flying toy planes. Every day at kindy Olive is getting a bit more confident and exploring new areas. Nothing is ever straight forward easy but then the rewards are that much greater.
We have lovely chats walking to kindy through the park and past the three old men flying toy planes. Every day at kindy Olive is getting a bit more confident and exploring new areas. Nothing is ever straight forward easy but then the rewards are that much greater.
Olive: 3 years
11 March 2015
And all of a sudden, Rosie Butterfly emerges! Incredible!
And all of a sudden, Rosie Butterfly emerges! Incredible!
11 March 2015
We brought the piano down to Iris's level and she had a ball. It has been a joy to watch Iris master sitting and discovering the world that comes with it. She sat for ages by her postbox flipping and dropping envelopes. Drawers are great fun and she beelines for the deck at every opportunity.
We brought the piano down to Iris's level and she had a ball. It has been a joy to watch Iris master sitting and discovering the world that comes with it. She sat for ages by her postbox flipping and dropping envelopes. Drawers are great fun and she beelines for the deck at every opportunity.
Iris: 8 months and 19 days
10 March 2015
Rosie Chrysalis has been making some serious color changing today!
Rosie Chrysalis has been making some serious color changing today!
09 March 2015
Iris made her way onto Lyons bed. Left with a mouthful of fluff. Never stopped smiling.
Iris made her way onto Lyons bed. Left with a mouthful of fluff. Never stopped smiling.
Iris: 8 months and 17 days
Lyon: 3 years and 10 months
09 March 2015
Iris has hit a few milestones all at once these past few days. Clapping at 10pm at night (it cheered us up- cheeky monkey) taking a few crawls on her knees and now pulling herself up on things!
Iris has hit a few milestones all at once these past few days. Clapping at 10pm at night (it cheered us up- cheeky monkey) taking a few crawls on her knees and now pulling herself up on things!
Iris: 8 months and 17 days
07 March 2015
Olive with her "Olive" and "Iris" cleverly constructed out of ribbon!
Olive with her "Olive" and "Iris" cleverly constructed out of ribbon!
Olive: 3 years
05 March 2015
Still working on that hair washing! Maybe a dinosaur would help!
Still working on that hair washing! Maybe a dinosaur would help!
Olive: 3 years
05 March 2015
We play the waiting game. It's incredible how identical the chrysalis' are - right down to the gold dots.
We play the waiting game. It's incredible how identical the chrysalis' are - right down to the gold dots.
05 March 2015
We finally had a trip into the city by bus! Olive enjoyed the popup beach in Civic Square.
We finally had a trip into the city by bus! Olive enjoyed the popup beach in Civic Square.
Olive: 3 years
03 March 2015
Since we started Kindy and moved Playcentre days at the start of term we have finally clicked that these were huge changes in Olive's life. Meeting new teachers and kids is never easy and being left in new environments too. It has taught us a lot about our Olive. Olive, you are a kind, gentle big sister, a shy, unsure soul in groups and a determined and loud personality at home. You are doing so well and I need to remind myself you are only three and to help you find your confidence. I caught this lovely moment of you and Mia making play dough and a new friend.
Since we started Kindy and moved Playcentre days at the start of term we have finally clicked that these were huge changes in Olive's life. Meeting new teachers and kids is never easy and being left in new environments too. It has taught us a lot about our Olive. Olive, you are a kind, gentle big sister, a shy, unsure soul in groups and a determined and loud personality at home. You are doing so well and I need to remind myself you are only three and to help you find your confidence. I caught this lovely moment of you and Mia making play dough and a new friend.
Olive: 3 years
01 March 2015
4 fingered carrot!
4 fingered carrot!
01 March 2015
Backyard Swinging! Not the best spot for the swing, but it works for now.
Backyard Swinging! Not the best spot for the swing, but it works for now.
01 March 2015
Olive goes to Freya's birthday party at Laughalots! Lots of fun for all.
Olive goes to Freya's birthday party at Laughalots! Lots of fun for all.
Olive: 3 years
01 March 2015
The freakiest thing watching Freddie transform into a chrysalis.
The freakiest thing watching Freddie transform into a chrysalis.
28 February 2015
Sammie going walkabout while Freddie hangs in his J formation.
Sammie going walkabout while Freddie hangs in his J formation.
26 February 2015
A lovely river walk with boyfriend Jonty followed by them going to town in their rusks.
A lovely river walk with boyfriend Jonty followed by them going to town in their rusks.
Iris: 8 months and 6 days
26 February 2015
The old physics test. Dropping food is a fun exercise at any table. Lyon is in heaven. Iris continues to find fun by commando crawling. Drawers and cupboards are fantastic, Lyons ball is a highlight and Olive has started to include her in games, like doctors. Iris is a willing patient when Olive feeds her 'Medicine' Iriee just opens up but is confused nothing comes out!
The old physics test. Dropping food is a fun exercise at any table. Lyon is in heaven. Iris continues to find fun by commando crawling. Drawers and cupboards are fantastic, Lyons ball is a highlight and Olive has started to include her in games, like doctors. Iris is a willing patient when Olive feeds her 'Medicine' Iriee just opens up but is confused nothing comes out!
Iris: 8 months and 6 days
25 February 2015
Iris crawls around in the bath and is very confident in there. Olive enjoys bath time once more with little sis.
Iris crawls around in the bath and is very confident in there. Olive enjoys bath time once more with little sis.
Olive: 3 years
Iris: 8 months and 5 days
25 February 2015
Olive's wink.
Olive's wink.
Olive: 3 years
25 February 2015
This morning we visited our swan plant to check on Freddie, Theodore, Leo, Frankie (all my baby boy names) but it was Rosie (Olive's choice) who was just hanging there ready to turn into a Chrysalis, so for science we brought Rosie inside so we could watch. Wow. We didn't check for an hour or so and she was mostly covered up! This is Olive's drawing of Rosie the caterpillar.
This morning we visited our swan plant to check on Freddie, Theodore, Leo, Frankie (all my baby boy names) but it was Rosie (Olive's choice) who was just hanging there ready to turn into a Chrysalis, so for science we brought Rosie inside so we could watch. Wow. We didn't check for an hour or so and she was mostly covered up! This is Olive's drawing of Rosie the caterpillar.
Olive: 3 years
22 February 2015
We cooked up a storm of gingerbread men, stars, ducks & chickens for Karori karnival & playcentre's fundraiser stall. It was really busy and Olive had a ball turning into a cat, buying a bunny, riding a horse, chosing books and not going to the toilet!
We cooked up a storm of gingerbread men, stars, ducks & chickens for Karori karnival & playcentre's fundraiser stall. It was really busy and Olive had a ball turning into a cat, buying a bunny, riding a horse, chosing books and not going to the toilet!
20 February 2015
Those two are going to create some trouble...
Those two are going to create some trouble...
Olive: 3 years
Iris: 8 months
19 February 2015
Five in the bed and the little one said... Lyon get off! A better night with only one feed and one settling, Olive slept in too. May it continue!
Five in the bed and the little one said... Lyon get off! A better night with only one feed and one settling, Olive slept in too. May it continue!
Lyon: 3 years and 9 months
18 February 2015
Olive and Poppy drawing their birds.
Olive and Poppy drawing their birds.
Olive: 3 years
18 February 2015
While big sister is away... Iris lets loose on all her presents!
While big sister is away... Iris lets loose on all her presents!
Iris: 7 months and 29 days
17 February 2015
Iris had a few admirers at Playcentre today and got into some gloop. Olive was quick to protect her little sister from the lion and elephant!
Iris had a few admirers at Playcentre today and got into some gloop. Olive was quick to protect her little sister from the lion and elephant!
Iris: 7 months and 28 days
16 February 2015
Iriee is on the move. She really wanted to play in Olive's new castle, to Olives displeasure. She made it out to the hallway and we found her playing with the blind cord. She is too small!
Iriee is on the move. She really wanted to play in Olive's new castle, to Olives displeasure. She made it out to the hallway and we found her playing with the blind cord. She is too small!
Iris: 7 months and 27 days
16 February 2015
Day 4 kindy: starting to get friendly with a few girls, enjoyed a different media for drawing 'purple Olive'. I have also noticed the kids seem to flock to parents, at one stage I had to get them all lining up and taking turns! We managed nearly two hours without mum today, well done mooje.
Day 4 kindy: starting to get friendly with a few girls, enjoyed a different media for drawing 'purple Olive'. I have also noticed the kids seem to flock to parents, at one stage I had to get them all lining up and taking turns! We managed nearly two hours without mum today, well done mooje.
Olive: 3 years
15 February 2015
Olive and her purple bunny cake. Three today! We had a lovely joint party with Anthony at staglands. More photos to come!
Olive and her purple bunny cake. Three today! We had a lovely joint party with Anthony at staglands. More photos to come!
Olive: 3 years
15 February 2015
The cuzzie group shot grows stronger with the addition of little Jimmy.
The cuzzie group shot grows stronger with the addition of little Jimmy.
15 February 2015
Our birthday butterfly.
Our birthday butterfly.
Olive: 3 years
13 February 2015
The party prep has begun! Purple icing ready for the 'purple bunny cake with purple MMs' request from Olive (which has been consistent for weeks) oh the pressure! Iris got in on the action by commando crawling to get herself a balloon. So it begins...
The party prep has begun! Purple icing ready for the 'purple bunny cake with purple MMs' request from Olive (which has been consistent for weeks) oh the pressure! Iris got in on the action by commando crawling to get herself a balloon. So it begins...
Iris: 7 months and 24 days
13 February 2015
Kindy Day three: Honeybum the resident bunny at kindy got lots of pats and sunflower leaves today. Olive painted a picture of 'Olive & lyon' and mummy left Olive for 20mins by herself today! Very hot afternoon!
Kindy Day three: Honeybum the resident bunny at kindy got lots of pats and sunflower leaves today. Olive painted a picture of 'Olive & lyon' and mummy left Olive for 20mins by herself today! Very hot afternoon!
Olive: 2 years and 11 months
11 February 2015
Olive Draws a Picture. So proud of our little artist, who has just started drawing little people with arms and legs and eyes and a nose and a mouth and hair and a beard and tails.
Olive Draws a Picture. So proud of our little artist, who has just started drawing little people with arms and legs and eyes and a nose and a mouth and hair and a beard and tails.
Olive: 2 years and 11 months
09 February 2015
Kindy day 2. The 'O' for Olive is never ending! Playdoh, crayons, painting... Olives first real drawing of her family. Olive & Iris have legs! And eyes! This was the start of the drawing but she did draw mummy, daddy and Lyon too.
Kindy day 2. The 'O' for Olive is never ending! Playdoh, crayons, painting... Olives first real drawing of her family. Olive & Iris have legs! And eyes! This was the start of the drawing but she did draw mummy, daddy and Lyon too.
Olive: 2 years and 11 months
07 February 2015
Smokey lamb, caterpillar's, ice eggs, scootering and an Olive that was so determined to stay the night at Anthony's house, she made her own bed in his room and told us to go home. One day soon we will give it a try, but I don't think we're there yet.
Smokey lamb, caterpillar's, ice eggs, scootering and an Olive that was so determined to stay the night at Anthony's house, she made her own bed in his room and told us to go home. One day soon we will give it a try, but I don't think we're there yet.
03 February 2015
So far Olive has been really understanding of Iris and her new found movement and curiosity. She either moves further away or let's Iris play with the toy. Bath time is getting more and more fun with two!
So far Olive has been really understanding of Iris and her new found movement and curiosity. She either moves further away or let's Iris play with the toy. Bath time is getting more and more fun with two!
Olive: 2 years and 11 months
Iris: 7 months and 14 days
03 February 2015
Yay for bath time!
Yay for bath time!
Iris: 7 months and 14 days
03 February 2015
A Dinner with Iris
A Dinner with Iris
Iris: 7 months and 14 days
03 February 2015
Iris's tooth in the wild. The only lonely tooth. Looks like she is getting all four front top teeth now but for a while it looked like just fangs! It had been very handy for fruit scraping among other things.
Iris's tooth in the wild. The only lonely tooth. Looks like she is getting all four front top teeth now but for a while it looked like just fangs! It had been very handy for fruit scraping among other things.
Iris: 7 months and 14 days
03 February 2015
Lyon has made a new friend. Iris especially loves hunting down his ball (which he likes to leave close to her) and munching it.
Lyon has made a new friend. Iris especially loves hunting down his ball (which he likes to leave close to her) and munching it.
Iris: 7 months and 14 days
Lyon: 3 years and 9 months
02 February 2015
Iris got up to all sorts of mischief while mummy and Olive were at Kindy and Nan had left. Including taking the bottle!
Iris got up to all sorts of mischief while mummy and Olive were at Kindy and Nan had left. Including taking the bottle!
Iris: 7 months and 13 days
02 February 2015
Olives first day at Sunshine Kindy! What a big girl you are now.
Olives first day at Sunshine Kindy! What a big girl you are now.
Olive: 2 years and 11 months
01 February 2015
Iris's favourite position. Lying on her side with one leg over the other.
Iris's favourite position. Lying on her side with one leg over the other.
Iris: 7 months and 12 days
01 February 2015
We have Monarch caterpillars! Yay! They are tiny but there are lots of them. Mummy is more excited than Olive at this stage. Olive did enjoy watching videos on the process to butterflies, should be interesting. Hope our swan plant can cope.
We have Monarch caterpillars! Yay! They are tiny but there are lots of them. Mummy is more excited than Olive at this stage. Olive did enjoy watching videos on the process to butterflies, should be interesting. Hope our swan plant can cope.
31 January 2015
It was Daddy day with the girls so Mum could get some work done. Hello Granny and Poppa! The girls were well behaved and Iris managed a sleep in the cot.
It was Daddy day with the girls so Mum could get some work done. Hello Granny and Poppa! The girls were well behaved and Iris managed a sleep in the cot.
25 January 2015
Dinner in the nude after a paddling pool bath with mummy.
Dinner in the nude after a paddling pool bath with mummy.
25 January 2015
It was a scorcher! 33 degrees at home while we were cooling off at scorching bay. We both had a swim separately, Olive loved the sand and burying herself, 'sleeping bag for her legs' and Iris continued to escape the tent. Magic day.
It was a scorcher! 33 degrees at home while we were cooling off at scorching bay. We both had a swim separately, Olive loved the sand and burying herself, 'sleeping bag for her legs' and Iris continued to escape the tent. Magic day.
25 January 2015
Forward Determination. Iris is certainly no sitter like her sister was.
Forward Determination. Iris is certainly no sitter like her sister was.
Iris: 7 months and 5 days
24 January 2015
Another really hot day. We enjoyed afternoon tea at Lucie & Rory's home. Olive was the oldest kid for a change! Poppy & Olive started to warm to each other while Iris and Jonty charmed everyone. Bring on more sunny days!
Another really hot day. We enjoyed afternoon tea at Lucie & Rory's home. Olive was the oldest kid for a change! Poppy & Olive started to warm to each other while Iris and Jonty charmed everyone. Bring on more sunny days!
23 January 2015
A hot day. With Olive under the weather with strep throat we kicked around home and had a lovely afternoon cooling off in the paddling pool. Iris loved exploring the deck, yes she is moving around, circular movements with feet pushing is quite affective.
A hot day. With Olive under the weather with strep throat we kicked around home and had a lovely afternoon cooling off in the paddling pool. Iris loved exploring the deck, yes she is moving around, circular movements with feet pushing is quite affective.
Olive: 2 years and 11 months
Iris: 7 months and 3 days
21 January 2015
Good old jolly doesn't come out as often as it should. Iris loves it and Lyon is never to far away.
Good old jolly doesn't come out as often as it should. Iris loves it and Lyon is never to far away.
Iris: 7 months and 1 day
Lyon: 3 years and 8 months
20 January 2015
A brilliant start to a brilliant Wellington weather week at the botanicals with Lucas and Jo.
A brilliant start to a brilliant Wellington weather week at the botanicals with Lucas and Jo.
18 January 2015
Bbq dinner for Granny's birthday. The cutest Anna and Elsa pair ever, a tiny baby James and a kid decorated cake that was nearly celebrating a 69th.
Bbq dinner for Granny's birthday. The cutest Anna and Elsa pair ever, a tiny baby James and a kid decorated cake that was nearly celebrating a 69th.
18 January 2015
Iris Ann in her great Aunty Pat & Uncle Peter outfit which is gorgeous, doing what she does best - putting something in her mouth!
Iris Ann in her great Aunty Pat & Uncle Peter outfit which is gorgeous, doing what she does best - putting something in her mouth!
Iris: 6 months and 29 days
15 January 2015
The home made kayak cover/ pink tutu is working wonders on keeping our lobster clean! Easy for Iris to find her food too.
The home made kayak cover/ pink tutu is working wonders on keeping our lobster clean! Easy for Iris to find her food too.
Iris: 6 months and 26 days
13 January 2015
Iris Carrot Top Head. Olive is getting on board with the Iris entertaining. Very easily amused. So cute.
Iris Carrot Top Head. Olive is getting on board with the Iris entertaining. Very easily amused. So cute.
Olive: 2 years and 10 months
Iris: 6 months and 24 days
13 January 2015
Olive LOVES the carrots straight from the garden. They do taste sweeter.
Olive LOVES the carrots straight from the garden. They do taste sweeter.
Olive: 2 years and 10 months
11 January 2015
Can't beat a good steak. Oh and a high chair. Iris continues to eat like a truper.
Can't beat a good steak. Oh and a high chair. Iris continues to eat like a truper.
Iris: 6 months and 22 days
11 January 2015
We had a rendezvous in Peka Peka for a tasty lunch.
We had a rendezvous in Peka Peka for a tasty lunch.
11 January 2015
The poppies have started to come out! Most things in the Vege tier are doing well, tomato's look a little small but flowering, didn't string up the sugar snap peas fast enough but they are still producing. Courgette is still alive!
The poppies have started to come out! Most things in the Vege tier are doing well, tomato's look a little small but flowering, didn't string up the sugar snap peas fast enough but they are still producing. Courgette is still alive!
10 January 2015
Attack of the Iris.
Attack of the Iris.
Iris: 6 months and 21 days
10 January 2015
Patio in a day. A warm sunny day hanging in the garden. Iris had her first swing and Olive enjoyed pushing her. Olive enjoyed helping with the sand collection and watching daddy working from the swing chair.
Patio in a day. A warm sunny day hanging in the garden. Iris had her first swing and Olive enjoyed pushing her. Olive enjoyed helping with the sand collection and watching daddy working from the swing chair.
10 January 2015
Enjoying the summer flowers (Olive's favourite colors) and Iris having a ball with the French doors open while we potter in the garden.
Enjoying the summer flowers (Olive's favourite colors) and Iris having a ball with the French doors open while we potter in the garden.
09 January 2015
Double playdate on a glorious Wellie day. Olive & Freya scootered 3/4 around the park on their Christmas scooters. They both can't steer, clearly overrated. Had a lovely play and finished it off with ice cream and a solo flying fox. Scarlett & Iris looked on from the buggies in awe of their big sisters. A younger sibling has admiration built in from such a young age. Sigh. Bring on more scootering! I want one now!
Double playdate on a glorious Wellie day. Olive & Freya scootered 3/4 around the park on their Christmas scooters. They both can't steer, clearly overrated. Had a lovely play and finished it off with ice cream and a solo flying fox. Scarlett & Iris looked on from the buggies in awe of their big sisters. A younger sibling has admiration built in from such a young age. Sigh. Bring on more scootering! I want one now!
08 January 2015
I've got the garden bug again! Twiglands had some great plants which sparked ideas for the steps, the fuschia standard which took a battering (lost its top) has been given a new home (also had another battering getting there) and has transformed into a baby standard.
I've got the garden bug again! Twiglands had some great plants which sparked ideas for the steps, the fuschia standard which took a battering (lost its top) has been given a new home (also had another battering getting there) and has transformed into a baby standard.
08 January 2015
After a longer day at KCC than normal and lots of busying herself around the garden, Olive got some cushions and curled up in her cocoon. While daddy nailed the deck, Iris had a snooze & mummy did some gardening.
After a longer day at KCC than normal and lots of busying herself around the garden, Olive got some cushions and curled up in her cocoon. While daddy nailed the deck, Iris had a snooze & mummy did some gardening.
Olive: 2 years and 10 months
07 January 2015
It is always interesting to see if your kids look a little like you. Hmmm not sure! But Iris has a little copper with blonde so who knows?!
It is always interesting to see if your kids look a little like you. Hmmm not sure! But Iris has a little copper with blonde so who knows?!
Iris: 6 months and 18 days
07 January 2015
It's nice just having one on one with Iris when I can grab time.
It's nice just having one on one with Iris when I can grab time.
Iris: 6 months and 18 days
06 January 2015
Iris is getting into everything! She is very interested in what Olive is playing with, in other words tries to grab it off her. Usually when she is on the floor we find her into the nappy bag or eating a book or into Olive's toy boxes. Let the exploring games begin.
Iris is getting into everything! She is very interested in what Olive is playing with, in other words tries to grab it off her. Usually when she is on the floor we find her into the nappy bag or eating a book or into Olive's toy boxes. Let the exploring games begin.
Iris: 6 months and 17 days
05 January 2015
Olive is getting more adventurous with her jumping. Maybe she needs a trampoline.
Olive is getting more adventurous with her jumping. Maybe she needs a trampoline.
Olive: 2 years and 10 months
04 January 2015
Another fantastic day to farewell the Brisbane Turners at Lyall Bay beach and Spruce Goose. Lyon had a ball at the beach and we ate like kings. Diet starts tomorrow. Olive was stuffed last night and slept well as did Iriee!
Another fantastic day to farewell the Brisbane Turners at Lyall Bay beach and Spruce Goose. Lyon had a ball at the beach and we ate like kings. Diet starts tomorrow. Olive was stuffed last night and slept well as did Iriee!
Lyon: 3 years and 8 months
03 January 2015
We meet baby "Boy" Prosser! Born last night at 9.52pm. Congratulations Jen and Dave!
We meet baby "Boy" Prosser! Born last night at 9.52pm. Congratulations Jen and Dave!
03 January 2015
We checked out the begonia house and the lovely lilies and fish before coffee, smoothies & scones. Need to do some exercise next week! Milla loved Olive's sparkly dress and Iris gets a cuddle from Milla at any opportunity. Too cute.
We checked out the begonia house and the lovely lilies and fish before coffee, smoothies & scones. Need to do some exercise next week! Milla loved Olive's sparkly dress and Iris gets a cuddle from Milla at any opportunity. Too cute.
02 January 2015
We're going to miss the Aussie Cuzzies. It's been a fantastic couple of bonding weeks for all of them.
We're going to miss the Aussie Cuzzies. It's been a fantastic couple of bonding weeks for all of them.
02 January 2015
A lovely bbq at Rup & Becs in Wadestown. The kids had a blast and it was a good catch up for the adults.
A lovely bbq at Rup & Becs in Wadestown. The kids had a blast and it was a good catch up for the adults.
02 January 2015
Olive found Tom's hat and my sunglasses beside her while we were driving. She puts them both on and states "I'm Ginny" "I'm Tom" not sure if she is mocking us or not... very funny.
Olive found Tom's hat and my sunglasses beside her while we were driving. She puts them both on and states "I'm Ginny" "I'm Tom" not sure if she is mocking us or not... very funny.
Olive: 2 years and 10 months
02 January 2015
Let's scoot! Olive had round two with Ali at our local. Enjoyed yummy coffees and fluffys and a swing for olive, flying fix for Ali and Lachie mastered the scooter. Now for a bbq! I'm going to need a holiday from my holiday!
Let's scoot! Olive had round two with Ali at our local. Enjoyed yummy coffees and fluffys and a swing for olive, flying fix for Ali and Lachie mastered the scooter. Now for a bbq! I'm going to need a holiday from my holiday!
01 January 2015
New Year's Day is the new New Year's Eve with a spot of fishing and a bbq with the Foo's and Wholers-Panchenko's.
New Year's Day is the new New Year's Eve with a spot of fishing and a bbq with the Foo's and Wholers-Panchenko's.
01 January 2015
We caught up with Ali for a scooter ride on a beautiful wellie day along the waterfront. Olive did so well on the scooter, followed Ali everywhere. Just need to work on the steering...
We caught up with Ali for a scooter ride on a beautiful wellie day along the waterfront. Olive did so well on the scooter, followed Ali everywhere. Just need to work on the steering...
01 January 2015
Iriee is sitting, well she has been able to do it for a little while but still with a bit of cushion help! She also has her first tooth!!!
Iriee is sitting, well she has been able to do it for a little while but still with a bit of cushion help! She also has her first tooth!!!
Iris: 6 months and 12 days
01 January 2015
Beautiful New Year's Day morning walk.
Beautiful New Year's Day morning walk.
31 December 2014
New Year's Eve... It rained so we cancelled our bbq and hung out with family in Ngaio. Hiding under desks, showing Milla how to jump, sharing Ali, bus rolling, peppa snap... The list goes on. I'm pooped and it's only 8pm. Olive cried all the way home as she didn't want to leave. I hate to think how she is going to be after the cousins go back to Auz.
New Year's Eve... It rained so we cancelled our bbq and hung out with family in Ngaio. Hiding under desks, showing Milla how to jump, sharing Ali, bus rolling, peppa snap... The list goes on. I'm pooped and it's only 8pm. Olive cried all the way home as she didn't want to leave. I hate to think how she is going to be after the cousins go back to Auz.
31 December 2014
It's nice to have Mr Stinkle home.
It's nice to have Mr Stinkle home.
Olive: 2 years and 10 months
Lyon: 3 years and 8 months
30 December 2014
Yummy French toast at Granny and Poppas to celebrate Dave's birthday. Have never seen Olives plate so clean!
Yummy French toast at Granny and Poppas to celebrate Dave's birthday. Have never seen Olives plate so clean!
29 December 2014
After a day of recovery from our Turner holiday, we reunited for a casual la fresco dining - burger style. The kids loved seeing each other again and the paddling pool was a hit. Geeze it was hot today! Over 30 degrees.
After a day of recovery from our Turner holiday, we reunited for a casual la fresco dining - burger style. The kids loved seeing each other again and the paddling pool was a hit. Geeze it was hot today! Over 30 degrees.
29 December 2014
I love my girls. Enough said.
I love my girls. Enough said.
28 December 2014
Gosh we have had so many lovely gifts. Might have to put some away for a later date. The best present from my perspective is having family here for a holiday and watching the kids all get along in different ways. I feel Olive has changed so much over this past week, I can't pinpoint it but her humor has evolved and she is really playing games with Ali and understanding more. We are so lucky. Can't wait to see the Prosser cousins tomorrow too!
Gosh we have had so many lovely gifts. Might have to put some away for a later date. The best present from my perspective is having family here for a holiday and watching the kids all get along in different ways. I feel Olive has changed so much over this past week, I can't pinpoint it but her humor has evolved and she is really playing games with Ali and understanding more. We are so lucky. Can't wait to see the Prosser cousins tomorrow too!
28 December 2014
Hilda didn't do a very good job of keeping the lawn short while we were away.
Hilda didn't do a very good job of keeping the lawn short while we were away.
27 December 2014
We managed to see 3/4's of Lucy and Rory's beautiful wedding near Otaki on our way home from the Mount. Gorgeous setting.
We managed to see 3/4's of Lucy and Rory's beautiful wedding near Otaki on our way home from the Mount. Gorgeous setting.
25 December 2014
Christmas Day madness!
Christmas Day madness!
24 December 2014
We have enjoyed dinner outside every night. Olive is still Ali's number one fan. It is fascinating watching them chatting away together. Dinner for two? Cheers!
We have enjoyed dinner outside every night. Olive is still Ali's number one fan. It is fascinating watching them chatting away together. Dinner for two? Cheers!
Olive: 2 years and 10 months
24 December 2014
A lovely catchup with my cousins and great Aunty Margaret and uncle Kevin plus second cousins for Olive, Iris, Ali, Lachie & Milla. It's strange to think of them all catching up in 30 years!
A lovely catchup with my cousins and great Aunty Margaret and uncle Kevin plus second cousins for Olive, Iris, Ali, Lachie & Milla. It's strange to think of them all catching up in 30 years!
23 December 2014
Another day at the beach. Daddy made Olive an 'o' for Olive which we were all allowed in but not out again and the cousins all loved playing in a giant hole of water! All doing something different.
Another day at the beach. Daddy made Olive an 'o' for Olive which we were all allowed in but not out again and the cousins all loved playing in a giant hole of water! All doing something different.
22 December 2014
We did our annual walk around the Mount with Iris asleep in the front pack and lady olive in the buggy. She eventually got out and walked a quarter of the way all for a yummy smoothie reward.
We did our annual walk around the Mount with Iris asleep in the front pack and lady olive in the buggy. She eventually got out and walked a quarter of the way all for a yummy smoothie reward.
22 December 2014
Beautiful sun rises on Iris' early morning walks.
Beautiful sun rises on Iris' early morning walks.
Iris: 6 months and 2 days
21 December 2014
Iris's first visit to the beach! Mummy and daddy braved the water, the kids just enjoyed making sand castles.
Iris's first visit to the beach! Mummy and daddy braved the water, the kids just enjoyed making sand castles.
Iris: 6 months and 1 day
21 December 2014
Iris got lots of cuddles from Milla and Lachlan while on holiday.
Iris got lots of cuddles from Milla and Lachlan while on holiday.
Iris: 6 months and 1 day
21 December 2014
The weather has been lovely. This is the only photo of Olive in the pool and she hasn't braved it again but loved directing from the side of the pool. Milla and Ali are the only brave kids so far!
The weather has been lovely. This is the only photo of Olive in the pool and she hasn't braved it again but loved directing from the side of the pool. Milla and Ali are the only brave kids so far!
21 December 2014
We drip fed the presents at the mount. This was puppets, planes and a giraffe from Nan and Grandad! Olive took her parrot Rio with her everywhere.
We drip fed the presents at the mount. This was puppets, planes and a giraffe from Nan and Grandad! Olive took her parrot Rio with her everywhere.
20 December 2014
Story time at the Mount.
Story time at the Mount.
20 December 2014
Paul, Lauren, Ali and Lachie joined us for a day and a night in Taupo to break the trip to the Mt. They got on like no time had passed. It's like they know family are special. Olive has become Ali's number one fan.
Paul, Lauren, Ali and Lachie joined us for a day and a night in Taupo to break the trip to the Mt. They got on like no time had passed. It's like they know family are special. Olive has become Ali's number one fan.
19 December 2014
Hanging with Aussie Cuzzies Ali and Lachie in Taupo.
Hanging with Aussie Cuzzies Ali and Lachie in Taupo.
17 December 2014
More early Christmas pressies! A Peppa Pig medical kit and a glowing lullaby bug from Aunty Jen and Uncle Dave.
More early Christmas pressies! A Peppa Pig medical kit and a glowing lullaby bug from Aunty Jen and Uncle Dave.
16 December 2014
It was over 28 degrees today and no wind. Can't beat it. Just about to enjoy F&C's on our lawn with our new friend Hilda the hippo (Gini's birthday present)
It was over 28 degrees today and no wind. Can't beat it. Just about to enjoy F&C's on our lawn with our new friend Hilda the hippo (Gini's birthday present)
16 December 2014
Riding Hilda
Riding Hilda
Olive: 2 years and 10 months
16 December 2014
A few of these should be ready to eat in a day or so! Surprised that the birds haven't got to them yet - perhaps it's because Lyon scared them off.
A few of these should be ready to eat in a day or so! Surprised that the birds haven't got to them yet - perhaps it's because Lyon scared them off.
15 December 2014
Iriee's laugh is just gorgeous. Its a real chuckle. Pity about someone in the background.
Iriee's laugh is just gorgeous. Its a real chuckle. Pity about someone in the background.
Iris: 5 months and 25 days
15 December 2014
"It's exactly what I wanted for Christmas" exclaimed Olive as she opened an early Christmas present from Granny and Poppa. She is really into the present opening this year.
"It's exactly what I wanted for Christmas" exclaimed Olive as she opened an early Christmas present from Granny and Poppa. She is really into the present opening this year.
Olive: 2 years and 10 months
14 December 2014
Our little muncher. Loves anything which is sweet. Drops her spoon when more is on its way. Seems to be enjoying eating!
Our little muncher. Loves anything which is sweet. Drops her spoon when more is on its way. Seems to be enjoying eating!
Iris: 5 months and 24 days
14 December 2014
A lovely afternoon for the annual "Hutt" Boys Christmas party. Gini rested up at home with Iris while Olive and I headed up north to Sarah and Rory's. Olive took her time getting into things but loved the trampoline and another visit from Santa (Dan). So nice seeing everyone together and the new additions.
A lovely afternoon for the annual "Hutt" Boys Christmas party. Gini rested up at home with Iris while Olive and I headed up north to Sarah and Rory's. Olive took her time getting into things but loved the trampoline and another visit from Santa (Dan). So nice seeing everyone together and the new additions.
13 December 2014
Unfortunately mummy came down with Olives tummy bug the night before so it was just Daddy and olive at the KCC Christmas party. Lots of yummy food and a visit from Santa (Benji) topped it off.
Unfortunately mummy came down with Olives tummy bug the night before so it was just Daddy and olive at the KCC Christmas party. Lots of yummy food and a visit from Santa (Benji) topped it off.
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
13 December 2014
Iris is really enjoying her food. It's a messy affair three times a day.
Iris is really enjoying her food. It's a messy affair three times a day.
Iris: 5 months and 23 days
12 December 2014
The Christmas decoration that cost $30. Olive was still recovering from her nasty tummy bug and grandad made the fatal mistake of not checking the price and no it isn't made of gold, tin it would seem. Thanks grandad and nan!
The Christmas decoration that cost $30. Olive was still recovering from her nasty tummy bug and grandad made the fatal mistake of not checking the price and no it isn't made of gold, tin it would seem. Thanks grandad and nan!
11 December 2014
A perfect spot for the new swinging chair. Just need to finish the bricking!
A perfect spot for the new swinging chair. Just need to finish the bricking!
11 December 2014
Bouncy Iriee. She loves jumping about. Also loves watching Lyon and especially olive.
Bouncy Iriee. She loves jumping about. Also loves watching Lyon and especially olive.
Iris: 5 months and 21 days
08 December 2014
Olive was finally well enough to take a break from the couch to help decorate the Christmas tree! Starting to feel more Christmassy all of a sudden.
Olive was finally well enough to take a break from the couch to help decorate the Christmas tree! Starting to feel more Christmassy all of a sudden.
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
06 December 2014
We woke up to a sickly child this morning. Poor thing must have been vomiting half the night if the state of her bed was anything to go by. Our busy day of decorating a Christmas tree, going to a magic show and a Christmas lunch at Granny and Poppas turned into a day of rest. Hopefully it is just a non contagious 24 hour thing.
We woke up to a sickly child this morning. Poor thing must have been vomiting half the night if the state of her bed was anything to go by. Our busy day of decorating a Christmas tree, going to a magic show and a Christmas lunch at Granny and Poppas turned into a day of rest. Hopefully it is just a non contagious 24 hour thing.
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
05 December 2014
Layered chocolate cake expertly crafted by Daddy and decorated by Olive (don't count the candles as I think there are two extra!).
Layered chocolate cake expertly crafted by Daddy and decorated by Olive (don't count the candles as I think there are two extra!).
05 December 2014
Had a lovely birthday which started with a squash game with Tom (came out of my 21 years of retirement) cake & tea at Louis Sergeant sweet couture, the best sushi for lunch, A few hours of mad work, bathed my babies and a lovely dinner out with my husband. Could not have asked for more.
Had a lovely birthday which started with a squash game with Tom (came out of my 21 years of retirement) cake & tea at Louis Sergeant sweet couture, the best sushi for lunch, A few hours of mad work, bathed my babies and a lovely dinner out with my husband. Could not have asked for more.
05 December 2014
Happy Birthday Mummy!
Happy Birthday Mummy!
03 December 2014
I finally finished the girls hooks. Olive can get the bag off by herself, so another thing she can do by herself.
I finally finished the girls hooks. Olive can get the bag off by herself, so another thing she can do by herself.
03 December 2014
Peekaboo!
Peekaboo!
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
03 December 2014
Our girls
Our girls
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
Iris: 5 months and 13 days
01 December 2014
Olive's new bed is here! Room for the whole family.
Olive's new bed is here! Room for the whole family.
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
01 December 2014
Iriee's last day in her bassinet. My baby is growing far to fast! (Well she grew out of it a few weeks back, cough... we were a bit slow on the up take!) big cot with a little Iriee here we come!
Iriee's last day in her bassinet. My baby is growing far to fast! (Well she grew out of it a few weeks back, cough... we were a bit slow on the up take!) big cot with a little Iriee here we come!
Iris: 5 months and 11 days
30 November 2014
Grandad's head on the bus goes out and in...
Grandad's head on the bus goes out and in...
30 November 2014
Our neighbours 7 houses down have taken free range to the extreme.
Our neighbours 7 houses down have taken free range to the extreme.
30 November 2014
After giving it a miss for a few weeks, Olive was excited to go to little dribblers today. She even took part in all the warm ups but wasn't so keen on the game - preferring to have a rest on the sideline and watch. Got her strip today too (but didn't want to take her skirt off). Baby steps!
After giving it a miss for a few weeks, Olive was excited to go to little dribblers today. She even took part in all the warm ups but wasn't so keen on the game - preferring to have a rest on the sideline and watch. Got her strip today too (but didn't want to take her skirt off). Baby steps!
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
30 November 2014
Beautiful day for our up and over walk followed by a yummy impromptu brunch at Karori Park Cafe.
Beautiful day for our up and over walk followed by a yummy impromptu brunch at Karori Park Cafe.
29 November 2014
Let the Christmas parties begin! Olive got really into secret Santa and had to steal the green bunny.
Let the Christmas parties begin! Olive got really into secret Santa and had to steal the green bunny.
27 November 2014
Had some fun with Isabel and Felix. Very interested in Santa, trees, decorations and presents. We better get cracking with our tree!
Had some fun with Isabel and Felix. Very interested in Santa, trees, decorations and presents. We better get cracking with our tree!
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
26 November 2014
Mummy is getting into experiments with Olive! Had fun with colorful baking soda and vinegar on a warm day.
Mummy is getting into experiments with Olive! Had fun with colorful baking soda and vinegar on a warm day.
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
25 November 2014
Olive feeds Iris her first solids! Apple banana mush followed by yoghurt. She seemed to enjoy it and want more!
Olive feeds Iris her first solids! Apple banana mush followed by yoghurt. She seemed to enjoy it and want more!
Iris: 5 months and 5 days
25 November 2014
This morning the pig family went on a picnic.
This morning the pig family went on a picnic.
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
24 November 2014
I hadn't realized Olive had moved up to the big swing seat. My baby is a little girl! Wilton Playcentre swap which was fun!
I hadn't realized Olive had moved up to the big swing seat. My baby is a little girl! Wilton Playcentre swap which was fun!
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
23 November 2014
We ventured out to staglands after a 2.5 year gap with Anthony, Lana and Nige. Had a lovely afternoon and wondered why we don't go more often. Olive loved the tractor ride and the swing bridge. She was a little wary of some of the larger birds and the cheeky horse but had fun throwing food at them anyway.
We ventured out to staglands after a 2.5 year gap with Anthony, Lana and Nige. Had a lovely afternoon and wondered why we don't go more often. Olive loved the tractor ride and the swing bridge. She was a little wary of some of the larger birds and the cheeky horse but had fun throwing food at them anyway.
20 November 2014
Iris wakes up on her 5 month birthday. Today we bought a new bed for Olive, finally! Arrives in two weeks. Iris is sure looking forward to moving out of her now cramped bassinet.
Iris wakes up on her 5 month birthday. Today we bought a new bed for Olive, finally! Arrives in two weeks. Iris is sure looking forward to moving out of her now cramped bassinet.
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
Iris: 5 months
17 November 2014
Lyon loves his first new toy in years. Olive wouldn't let us leave the pet store without buying him one.
Lyon loves his first new toy in years. Olive wouldn't let us leave the pet store without buying him one.
Lyon: 3 years and 6 months
16 November 2014
Olive the giant!
Olive the giant!
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
Iris: 4 months and 27 days
16 November 2014
A beautiful day for some backyard letter fishing.
A beautiful day for some backyard letter fishing.
15 November 2014
An exciting morning - Iris joins us at the table for her first taste of food. Apple!
An exciting morning - Iris joins us at the table for her first taste of food. Apple!
Iris: 4 months and 26 days
15 November 2014
We had a sleeping gremlin in our bed last night. First time this year. She was upset by something in her bedroom - maybe the blustery wind.
We had a sleeping gremlin in our bed last night. First time this year. She was upset by something in her bedroom - maybe the blustery wind.
Olive: 2 years and 9 months
14 November 2014
We enjoyed the afternoon sun with a walk down to the park and an attempt at scootering again. Caught up with Freya and Scarlet at the playground after a yummy ice block.
We enjoyed the afternoon sun with a walk down to the park and an attempt at scootering again. Caught up with Freya and Scarlet at the playground after a yummy ice block.
13 November 2014
The Vege garden is in full swing again. Potatoes, tomatoes, chilis, beans, snow peas, carrots, beetroot, herbs. The apple tree is looking great and the raspberries are forming. Hoping for a good yield this year!
The Vege garden is in full swing again. Potatoes, tomatoes, chilis, beans, snow peas, carrots, beetroot, herbs. The apple tree is looking great and the raspberries are forming. Hoping for a good yield this year!
12 November 2014
First time Rissy rides shotgun with big sister at the supermarket. Nearly fell asleep at the end - so much to see! Had a lovely swim date with Olive today, she loved the water and swim ring. She was really confident walking around in the deep end and jumping into my arms. Loved it so much I had a hard time getting her out!
First time Rissy rides shotgun with big sister at the supermarket. Nearly fell asleep at the end - so much to see! Had a lovely swim date with Olive today, she loved the water and swim ring. She was really confident walking around in the deep end and jumping into my arms. Loved it so much I had a hard time getting her out!
Olive: 2 years and 8 months
Iris: 4 months and 23 days
10 November 2014
We had bike Monday at Playcentre this week. All the kids enjoyed the long road beside the park for circuits. Olive tried a scooter and balance bike but she still loves tri bike. (Might need a balance bike now!) Iris enjoyed some time with herself. Smiling to impress! She loves hanging in the baby pit and watching everything from her tummy and now the mirror too!
We had bike Monday at Playcentre this week. All the kids enjoyed the long road beside the park for circuits. Olive tried a scooter and balance bike but she still loves tri bike. (Might need a balance bike now!) Iris enjoyed some time with herself. Smiling to impress! She loves hanging in the baby pit and watching everything from her tummy and now the mirror too!
09 November 2014
Today we had a relaxing picnic out the front and ended up spending most of the day there coming up with ideas on how to improve it.
Today we had a relaxing picnic out the front and ended up spending most of the day there coming up with ideas on how to improve it.
09 November 2014
I think we forget how far our mr Stinkle has come since we have had him in our lives. He is so good with Olive. Will now play fetch and loves chasing with her. Ignores Iris completely which is to be expected at this age. He loves toilet rolls. Will even stick his head through the door if one is ready. His other favourite toy is the native cabbage leaves for chasing with. We love you buddy.
I think we forget how far our mr Stinkle has come since we have had him in our lives. He is so good with Olive. Will now play fetch and loves chasing with her. Ignores Iris completely which is to be expected at this age. He loves toilet rolls. Will even stick his head through the door if one is ready. His other favourite toy is the native cabbage leaves for chasing with. We love you buddy.
Lyon: 3 years and 6 months
08 November 2014
We donned our bests for Dan and Kats wedding at the boat shed. Granny had the task of dealing with the little ones (thanks Granny!) which went well until Iris decided not take the bottle (a recent development) and cutting Mums evening short. Daddy stumbled home at 2am.
We donned our bests for Dan and Kats wedding at the boat shed. Granny had the task of dealing with the little ones (thanks Granny!) which went well until Iris decided not take the bottle (a recent development) and cutting Mums evening short. Daddy stumbled home at 2am.
Iris: 4 months and 19 days
08 November 2014
Jolly Jumping Iris
Jolly Jumping Iris
Iris: 4 months and 19 days
07 November 2014
Toe touching on the bed.
Toe touching on the bed.
Olive: 2 years and 8 months
Iris: 4 months and 18 days
05 November 2014
We resurrect our childhood favourite - Guy Fawkes night! Fish and chips followed by a little daylight display and then sparklers. Olive was a little wary of the noisy ones but loved the sparklers.
We resurrect our childhood favourite - Guy Fawkes night! Fish and chips followed by a little daylight display and then sparklers. Olive was a little wary of the noisy ones but loved the sparklers.
03 November 2014
Now that Olive is "toilet trained" (i.e., in undies and holding on all morning), she can join the bigger kids at KCC who go to Gym Tots. This is a post from her second outing to Gym Tots. It looks really cool.
Now that Olive is "toilet trained" (i.e., in undies and holding on all morning), she can join the bigger kids at KCC who go to Gym Tots. This is a post from her second outing to Gym Tots. It looks really cool.
Olive: 2 years and 8 months
02 November 2014
Birthday dinner for grandad. Olive helped decorate the cake with precision and sung a lovely solo birthday song.
Birthday dinner for grandad. Olive helped decorate the cake with precision and sung a lovely solo birthday song.
31 October 2014
The homemade tutu and witches hat that didn't make the Olive cut for KCC Halloween dress up day. The pink 'Elsa' cape was a huge hit however. She didn't want to take it off. Started to enjoy pretending to be Elsa and Daddy was Ana (or Iris).
The homemade tutu and witches hat that didn't make the Olive cut for KCC Halloween dress up day. The pink 'Elsa' cape was a huge hit however. She didn't want to take it off. Started to enjoy pretending to be Elsa and Daddy was Ana (or Iris).
Olive: 2 years and 8 months
28 October 2014
The drive home was pretty good. Olive fell asleep at 10.30am (must have been tired!) we managed to stop at the Raumati marine gardens for some lunch and water fun at the playground before the last hour drive back. It was good to know where to stop for kids on a long drive.
The drive home was pretty good. Olive fell asleep at 10.30am (must have been tired!) we managed to stop at the Raumati marine gardens for some lunch and water fun at the playground before the last hour drive back. It was good to know where to stop for kids on a long drive.
27 October 2014
Copying Iris on the floor at Ohakune. A quick stop over on our way home from Taupo.
Copying Iris on the floor at Ohakune. A quick stop over on our way home from Taupo.
Olive: 2 years and 8 months
Iris: 4 months and 7 days
27 October 2014
Having a blast with the cuzzies over Labour Weekend in Taupo.
Having a blast with the cuzzies over Labour Weekend in Taupo.
26 October 2014
The little Taupo train was so much fun we had to ride it twice one day then again the next day with Alex and Violet.
The little Taupo train was so much fun we had to ride it twice one day then again the next day with Alex and Violet.
25 October 2014
4 in the bath in Taupo
4 in the bath in Taupo
24 October 2014
The drive up to Taupo was a great success. Hit the road by 7.30am, one stop at flat hills then the final leg to Taupo. The iPad helped out on the final leg with Olive watching Frozen.
The drive up to Taupo was a great success. Hit the road by 7.30am, one stop at flat hills then the final leg to Taupo. The iPad helped out on the final leg with Olive watching Frozen.
22 October 2014
Olive is really into building animals or tall towers out of duplo lately, Iris gets a dog to play with. Olive continues to adore Iris (sometimes a bit too close) but it is wonderful. Sometimes Olive will say something like 'when Iris is bigger we can do it together' she is really looking forward to having a sibling to do stuff with.
Olive is really into building animals or tall towers out of duplo lately, Iris gets a dog to play with. Olive continues to adore Iris (sometimes a bit too close) but it is wonderful. Sometimes Olive will say something like 'when Iris is bigger we can do it together' she is really looking forward to having a sibling to do stuff with.
Olive: 2 years and 8 months
Iris: 4 months and 2 days
20 October 2014
Four months today and we are trying to suck on our toes. Rolling both ways at every opportunity and lots of lovely chatty noises. Evenings are a bit long with bedtime around 10pm and a few wake ups during the night but we are a happy bunny during the day with a smile at any and everyone.
Four months today and we are trying to suck on our toes. Rolling both ways at every opportunity and lots of lovely chatty noises. Evenings are a bit long with bedtime around 10pm and a few wake ups during the night but we are a happy bunny during the day with a smile at any and everyone.
Iris: 4 months
18 October 2014
With daddy off at a 12 hour stag do, we spent a day in the life of Nan and Grandad. Olive was very busy! Cleaning the car with grandad, mostly climbing around in the car, with an opportunity piggybacks and then cookie cutting pastry and eating strawberries with nan. With a grand finale eating splodge spaghetti (grandad's specialty) for dinner. The wrong daughter fell asleep on route home but was happy to go back to sleep after a book. Iris however turned owl like and stayed on off awake until 11pm.
With daddy off at a 12 hour stag do, we spent a day in the life of Nan and Grandad. Olive was very busy! Cleaning the car with grandad, mostly climbing around in the car, with an opportunity piggybacks and then cookie cutting pastry and eating strawberries with nan. With a grand finale eating splodge spaghetti (grandad's specialty) for dinner. The wrong daughter fell asleep on route home but was happy to go back to sleep after a book. Iris however turned owl like and stayed on off awake until 11pm.
14 October 2014
Olive has increased her interest in dress ups lately. After enjoying the loud noise my shoes make, she requested 'comfy' shoes next, oh so true Olive oh so true. I even get to do her hair in the mornings!!!! The spotty skirt had to be worn out gardening this weekend too.
Olive has increased her interest in dress ups lately. After enjoying the loud noise my shoes make, she requested 'comfy' shoes next, oh so true Olive oh so true. I even get to do her hair in the mornings!!!! The spotty skirt had to be worn out gardening this weekend too.
Olive: 2 years and 7 months
14 October 2014
Train ride with nan into Wellington to meet grandad for a milkshake! Olive loved the train ride a lot! Wouldn't stop talking about seeing grandad in his 'work office' and wants to go again on the train.
Train ride with nan into Wellington to meet grandad for a milkshake! Olive loved the train ride a lot! Wouldn't stop talking about seeing grandad in his 'work office' and wants to go again on the train.
Olive: 2 years and 7 months
14 October 2014
This morning Iris desperately wanted to join us building block towers. So she rolled over to join in.
This morning Iris desperately wanted to join us building block towers. So she rolled over to join in.
Iris: 3 months and 24 days
12 October 2014
Olive started little dribblers today with Felix. She seem to enjoy it. Until half time and was more interested in eating her apple and sitting with Lyon because he was lonely. It was a stunning day so bring on summer!
Olive started little dribblers today with Felix. She seem to enjoy it. Until half time and was more interested in eating her apple and sitting with Lyon because he was lonely. It was a stunning day so bring on summer!
Olive: 2 years and 7 months
11 October 2014
A beautiful day spent in the garden. So much weeding and clearing to be done. Olive helped by covering a freshly groomed Lyon in dirt.
A beautiful day spent in the garden. So much weeding and clearing to be done. Olive helped by covering a freshly groomed Lyon in dirt.
Lyon: 3 years and 5 months
11 October 2014
A beaut Saturday. Our day started with the usual five in the bed. We then managed to all get out into the garden for most of the day and made a start on the spring garden clean. We had to devise many distractions for Olive and sleeps for Iris but it can be done! Olive just loves pottering outside, in fact she always has. Earlier in the week we planted the vegetable seeds which olive enjoyed, especially the beans, I think we will see a few bean stalks per hole as the beans needed friends.
A beaut Saturday. Our day started with the usual five in the bed. We then managed to all get out into the garden for most of the day and made a start on the spring garden clean. We had to devise many distractions for Olive and sleeps for Iris but it can be done! Olive just loves pottering outside, in fact she always has. Earlier in the week we planted the vegetable seeds which olive enjoyed, especially the beans, I think we will see a few bean stalks per hole as the beans needed friends.
09 October 2014
Our rolley polley baby.
Our rolley polley baby.
Iris: 3 months and 19 days
07 October 2014
First train ride with Nan to johnsonville! Loved it so much nearly wouldn't get off at the right stop! Started role playing as a doctor and her medical kit off to 'catch a train' tonight.
First train ride with Nan to johnsonville! Loved it so much nearly wouldn't get off at the right stop! Started role playing as a doctor and her medical kit off to 'catch a train' tonight.
Olive: 2 years and 7 months
05 October 2014
We are loving our fingers and hands at the moment. Iris is becoming our little roller under her gym while I have been working.
We are loving our fingers and hands at the moment. Iris is becoming our little roller under her gym while I have been working.
Iris: 3 months and 15 days
05 October 2014
Olive had a lovely morning date with Nan & Grandad with lots of fun on the waterfront. Let the sun continue!
Olive had a lovely morning date with Nan & Grandad with lots of fun on the waterfront. Let the sun continue!
04 October 2014
Iris Timelapse. Testing fun new iPhone feature.
Iris Timelapse. Testing fun new iPhone feature.
Iris: 3 months and 14 days
04 October 2014
A walk to the butchers with Granny and Poppa.
A walk to the butchers with Granny and Poppa.
01 October 2014
Matching robot pyjamas! Thanks Aunty Lauren. Iris can finally fit hers.
Matching robot pyjamas! Thanks Aunty Lauren. Iris can finally fit hers.
Olive: 2 years and 7 months
Iris: 3 months and 11 days
01 October 2014
Iris’s love affair with the elephant on her bouncer continues… Today we are modelling our ‘spacesuit' enjoying working with mummy while Olive is at KCC this morning.
Iris’s love affair with the elephant on her bouncer continues… Today we are modelling our ‘spacesuit' enjoying working with mummy while Olive is at KCC this morning.
Iris: 3 months and 11 days
30 September 2014
Tonight we were shouted a night out to see the Dire Straits Experience at the Michael Fowler Centre. What a fantastic concert - timeless music - thanks Alan and Trish! Thanks also Helen and Robin for looking after an unsettled Iris who decided not to take the bottle and eventually fell asleep on Robin for the evening... (Photo stolen from Jen)
Tonight we were shouted a night out to see the Dire Straits Experience at the Michael Fowler Centre. What a fantastic concert - timeless music - thanks Alan and Trish! Thanks also Helen and Robin for looking after an unsettled Iris who decided not to take the bottle and eventually fell asleep on Robin for the evening... (Photo stolen from Jen)
28 September 2014
Day 10 with the cot side off. Olive is doing really well. We have had one visit straight after bedtime with a few tears and one fallout, well more like a slow motion slither out of bed and remained asleep only to wake half an hour later and put herself back to bed. We have however had early wake ups ranging from 5.30 to 6.30am and she has yet to find our room. She usually ends up down the hall calling for mummy.
Day 10 with the cot side off. Olive is doing really well. We have had one visit straight after bedtime with a few tears and one fallout, well more like a slow motion slither out of bed and remained asleep only to wake half an hour later and put herself back to bed. We have however had early wake ups ranging from 5.30 to 6.30am and she has yet to find our room. She usually ends up down the hall calling for mummy.
Olive: 2 years and 7 months
27 September 2014
So exciting about picking Nan & Grandad up from the airport Olive fell asleep holding her flowers. Nice to have all the Grandparents home.
So exciting about picking Nan & Grandad up from the airport Olive fell asleep holding her flowers. Nice to have all the Grandparents home.
Olive: 2 years and 7 months
27 September 2014
Iris just loves looking at herself in the little mirror.
Iris just loves looking at herself in the little mirror.
Iris: 3 months and 7 days
25 September 2014
Olive helped bake and decorated daddy's birthday cake. 35 years tomorrow. Olive sung a lovely birthday song too.
Olive helped bake and decorated daddy's birthday cake. 35 years tomorrow. Olive sung a lovely birthday song too.
22 September 2014
We have rolled over from back to front. She was happy under the gym one second and then the next smiling on her tummy!
We have rolled over from back to front. She was happy under the gym one second and then the next smiling on her tummy!
Iris: 3 months and 2 days
21 September 2014
Beautiful sleeping Iris. I've taken to rocking her to sleep in the afternoons to help with the chaos called dinner time.
Beautiful sleeping Iris. I've taken to rocking her to sleep in the afternoons to help with the chaos called dinner time.
Iris: 3 months and 1 day
21 September 2014
We join the Foo's at the botanicals for Dutch Tulip day. Tasty food, fun entertainment and of course the beautiful tulips.
We join the Foo's at the botanicals for Dutch Tulip day. Tasty food, fun entertainment and of course the beautiful tulips.
21 September 2014
Iris does her first up and over dog walk.
Iris does her first up and over dog walk.
20 September 2014
The side comes off! Big day.
The side comes off! Big day.
Olive: 2 years and 7 months
17 September 2014
What's been happening on the Block NZ daddy?
What's been happening on the Block NZ daddy?
16 September 2014
We have finally got blossoms! Spring is here!
We have finally got blossoms! Spring is here!
15 September 2014
Caught Iris laughing today, which she has just started doing. Just magical and heart warming.
Caught Iris laughing today, which she has just started doing. Just magical and heart warming.
Iris: 2 months and 26 days
14 September 2014
After some shopping we popped into the pet shop and Olive really wanted a hold of the lopsy bunny. She was so gentle and loved holding it.
After some shopping we popped into the pet shop and Olive really wanted a hold of the lopsy bunny. She was so gentle and loved holding it.
11 September 2014
Myah loves to cool off in water when out for a walk. Or in this case - a muddy puddle! Peppa Pig would be proud.
Myah loves to cool off in water when out for a walk. Or in this case - a muddy puddle! Peppa Pig would be proud.
09 September 2014
The BBQ gets a clean and a first use of the BBQ season. May it be a long and tasty one!
The BBQ gets a clean and a first use of the BBQ season. May it be a long and tasty one!
09 September 2014
A beaut day. Already getting some use of our new ergo pack. Bring on summer and lots of walks with the girls and Lyon!
A beaut day. Already getting some use of our new ergo pack. Bring on summer and lots of walks with the girls and Lyon!
Lyon: 3 years and 4 months
07 September 2014
Building Olives first snowman, sled rides and a picnic in the boot. A glorious day up at Turoa skifield, it went better than expected with the girls!
Building Olives first snowman, sled rides and a picnic in the boot. A glorious day up at Turoa skifield, it went better than expected with the girls!
06 September 2014
Frowns.
Frowns.
Olive: 2 years and 6 months
Iris: 2 months and 17 days
04 September 2014
Olive doing the Pigeon song at Play Group. "My Pigeon House. My pigeon house I open wide. And set my pigeons free. They fly so high they touch the sky. And light on the tallest trees. And when they return from their merry flight. I shut the door and I say goodnight. Coo roo, coo roo, coo roo, coo roo."
Olive doing the Pigeon song at Play Group. "My Pigeon House. My pigeon house I open wide. And set my pigeons free. They fly so high they touch the sky. And light on the tallest trees. And when they return from their merry flight. I shut the door and I say goodnight. Coo roo, coo roo, coo roo, coo roo."
Olive: 2 years and 6 months
01 September 2014
Olive said to Freya 'Freya this is my brother sister Iris, you can touch her like this' very proud sister. Iris is very into anything with eyes, elephants seem to be a favourite.
Olive said to Freya 'Freya this is my brother sister Iris, you can touch her like this' very proud sister. Iris is very into anything with eyes, elephants seem to be a favourite.
Olive: 2 years and 6 months
Iris: 2 months and 12 days
31 August 2014
Iris meets Tiff and Jamie's new arrival Jonty. Three weeks her junior but already a big boy!
Iris meets Tiff and Jamie's new arrival Jonty. Three weeks her junior but already a big boy!
Iris: 2 months and 11 days
30 August 2014
Two in the bath.
Two in the bath.
Olive: 2 years and 6 months
Iris: 2 months and 10 days
30 August 2014
Peppa pig puppet show was great! Olive loved the crab and pedro pony the most! We joined the boys after for a wellington on a plate burger and a big run around for the kids followed by ice cream in the sun.
Peppa pig puppet show was great! Olive loved the crab and pedro pony the most! We joined the boys after for a wellington on a plate burger and a big run around for the kids followed by ice cream in the sun.
28 August 2014
Sleeping in this morning! After a zero degree dog walk, Iris was still sleeping after she had escaped from the wrap! What an angel.
Sleeping in this morning! After a zero degree dog walk, Iris was still sleeping after she had escaped from the wrap! What an angel.
Iris: 2 months and 8 days
26 August 2014
Iris fell asleep waiting for big sister Olive to get dressed. An hour later still running around shouting 'can't catch me, I'm the gingerbread man' why is it that the simple things in life seem to take the longest? Needless to say we didn't make music today.
Iris fell asleep waiting for big sister Olive to get dressed. An hour later still running around shouting 'can't catch me, I'm the gingerbread man' why is it that the simple things in life seem to take the longest? Needless to say we didn't make music today.
Olive: 2 years and 6 months
Iris: 2 months and 6 days
25 August 2014
Elephants are still the favourite. Lately Olive has been saying 'that's my favourite' to a lot of things. Purple and pink are her favourite colours too. (no surprise there) from time to time I catch her saying I'm ice skating and a ballerina, Disney on ice made an impression!
Elephants are still the favourite. Lately Olive has been saying 'that's my favourite' to a lot of things. Purple and pink are her favourite colours too. (no surprise there) from time to time I catch her saying I'm ice skating and a ballerina, Disney on ice made an impression!
Olive: 2 years and 6 months
23 August 2014
Sisters.
Sisters.
Olive: 2 years and 6 months
Iris: 2 months and 3 days
23 August 2014
Iris expressions. Cheeky, concerned, intrigued, gooby, surprised and happy.
Iris expressions. Cheeky, concerned, intrigued, gooby, surprised and happy.
Iris: 2 months and 3 days
22 August 2014
Flying 12 hours solo! We had a ball. One of the twelve hours: Iris slept under the gym and Olive and I made muffins. Olive is getting a lot better at sifting flour and was really careful with spooning out the mixture. A blueberry for each muffin!
Flying 12 hours solo! We had a ball. One of the twelve hours: Iris slept under the gym and Olive and I made muffins. Olive is getting a lot better at sifting flour and was really careful with spooning out the mixture. A blueberry for each muffin!
21 August 2014
Saying bye bye to the cuzzies. It's been a busy but fun two weeks of family time. Olive cried out all the way home, 'Ali, I want Ali to come back' it's amazing that she understands that we won't see them for a few months. 'Why' after every sentence is the latest. 'Why' are they going away'
Saying bye bye to the cuzzies. It's been a busy but fun two weeks of family time. Olive cried out all the way home, 'Ali, I want Ali to come back' it's amazing that she understands that we won't see them for a few months. 'Why' after every sentence is the latest. 'Why' are they going away'
20 August 2014
The great escape.
The great escape.
19 August 2014
Richard Scary has been teaching Olive a few songs!
Richard Scary has been teaching Olive a few songs!
Olive: 2 years and 6 months
19 August 2014
The weather still held out so we hit another Playground which the kids had a ball at. Bec, Felix & Ruby joined us too. We managed 7 kids and 4 adults for lunch on the parade cafe boat for lunch and it went really well! Geeze it's nice having family and more cousins to play with! It's going to be hard saying goodbye.
The weather still held out so we hit another Playground which the kids had a ball at. Bec, Felix & Ruby joined us too. We managed 7 kids and 4 adults for lunch on the parade cafe boat for lunch and it went really well! Geeze it's nice having family and more cousins to play with! It's going to be hard saying goodbye.
18 August 2014
Bathing squidge.
Bathing squidge.
Iris: 1 month and 29 days
18 August 2014
Sack Heads
Sack Heads
Olive: 2 years and 6 months
18 August 2014
We can't get enough of Iris's smiles.
We can't get enough of Iris's smiles.
Iris: 1 month and 29 days
18 August 2014
The auzzie cousins come to Playcentre! It was so lovely to see them all at olive's Playcentre. Olive & Ali even got to decorate cupcakes!
The auzzie cousins come to Playcentre! It was so lovely to see them all at olive's Playcentre. Olive & Ali even got to decorate cupcakes!
17 August 2014
Ice blocks at the park after we hosted lunch to see Graham and Paul on their way home.
Ice blocks at the park after we hosted lunch to see Graham and Paul on their way home.
16 August 2014
Double birthday bonanza! Ali's 4th and Ava's 1st. Snowman spiders, pass the parcel, dancing and singing to the Frozen soundtrack and two birthday cakes!
Double birthday bonanza! Ali's 4th and Ava's 1st. Snowman spiders, pass the parcel, dancing and singing to the Frozen soundtrack and two birthday cakes!
15 August 2014
An outing to Te Papa. The kids loved the activity room with the dress ups.
An outing to Te Papa. The kids loved the activity room with the dress ups.
13 August 2014
We enjoyed a lovely sunny day at zoo with cousins and extended family. Olive really wanted to see a zebra and walked the whole way around.
We enjoyed a lovely sunny day at zoo with cousins and extended family. Olive really wanted to see a zebra and walked the whole way around.
10 August 2014
Singing and dancing time.
Singing and dancing time.
10 August 2014
Chocolate fish cafe for lunch and bike action. Followed by dancing before dinner with the auzzie cousins.
Chocolate fish cafe for lunch and bike action. Followed by dancing before dinner with the auzzie cousins.
10 August 2014
A beautiful afternoon for a run up Mt Kaukau.
A beautiful afternoon for a run up Mt Kaukau.
10 August 2014
Ali and Olive take Lyon for a walk.
Ali and Olive take Lyon for a walk.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
Lyon: 3 years and 3 months
10 August 2014
Extended family photo! Thanks Lisa Mick!
Extended family photo! Thanks Lisa Mick!
09 August 2014
Pyjama party with Lochy and Ali.
Pyjama party with Lochy and Ali.
09 August 2014
Fish and chip evening at the Turners. Olive had a great time catching up with her "Aussie Cuzzies".
Fish and chip evening at the Turners. Olive had a great time catching up with her "Aussie Cuzzies".
09 August 2014
Pixel meets the Aussie Cuzzies and Aunty and Uncles!
Pixel meets the Aussie Cuzzies and Aunty and Uncles!
Iris: 1 month and 20 days
08 August 2014
Spent the afternoon at the Thompson's farm to congratulate them on twinning it! Took a nice stroll to the top of the hill before the snow arrived. Later on we found a dog and a leopard hanging in Bens bed together! Ben and Olive had a blast. So did Lyon and Maisie.
Spent the afternoon at the Thompson's farm to congratulate them on twinning it! Took a nice stroll to the top of the hill before the snow arrived. Later on we found a dog and a leopard hanging in Bens bed together! Ben and Olive had a blast. So did Lyon and Maisie.
Lyon: 3 years and 3 months
06 August 2014
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06 August 2014
Our smilie Iris. She is smiling more and more now. It is one of life's joys.
Our smilie Iris. She is smiling more and more now. It is one of life's joys.
Iris: 1 month and 17 days
05 August 2014
Lyons bed is finally finished. A good team effort!
Lyons bed is finally finished. A good team effort!
Lyon: 3 years and 3 months
05 August 2014
What a glorious day today! It reminded us of summer. Could it be the light at the end if the winter tunnel? Started getting excited about blossoms and tulips! (Yes getting very old) enjoyed a solo trio buggy ride to music and library. Even opened the French doors and did a spot of gardening. Olive played nicely in and outside for a good period too. Bliss.
What a glorious day today! It reminded us of summer. Could it be the light at the end if the winter tunnel? Started getting excited about blossoms and tulips! (Yes getting very old) enjoyed a solo trio buggy ride to music and library. Even opened the French doors and did a spot of gardening. Olive played nicely in and outside for a good period too. Bliss.
04 August 2014
Even though I was late with planting the tulips, they are still good! All growing well! We popped outside while the sun was shining and olive said to me 'mummy why you wearing your jammie's? That's a bit strange' (I was in fact wearing trackpants), getting fashion advice from a two year old, it is sad day.
Even though I was late with planting the tulips, they are still good! All growing well! We popped outside while the sun was shining and olive said to me 'mummy why you wearing your jammie's? That's a bit strange' (I was in fact wearing trackpants), getting fashion advice from a two year old, it is sad day.
04 August 2014
First time back at Playcentre this term! Bye bye sickness! (Hopefully) olive went really well and Iris had her first session!
First time back at Playcentre this term! Bye bye sickness! (Hopefully) olive went really well and Iris had her first session!
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
03 August 2014
Olive is definitely back to her loving self. This time Lyon getting some loving.
Olive is definitely back to her loving self. This time Lyon getting some loving.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
Lyon: 3 years and 3 months
03 August 2014
Sisterly love.
Sisterly love.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
Iris: 1 month and 14 days
03 August 2014
Disney on ice! Olive sat captivated for 2 hours, only mentioning the Captain Hook's 'huge crocodile' and 'tinkabell' after getting home olive 'wants more ice skating' and loved stand on one leg. Mummy really enjoyed reconnecting with her favourites like Ariel, the little mermaid and the lion king. It's funny how they were our generation characters and still going strong!
Disney on ice! Olive sat captivated for 2 hours, only mentioning the Captain Hook's 'huge crocodile' and 'tinkabell' after getting home olive 'wants more ice skating' and loved stand on one leg. Mummy really enjoyed reconnecting with her favourites like Ariel, the little mermaid and the lion king. It's funny how they were our generation characters and still going strong!
03 August 2014
Iris got to spend the morning with daddy while mum and Olive were at Disney on ice. A Lyon walk, lunch at the local cafe, a tasty bottle of milk and not a grizzle the whole morning.
Iris got to spend the morning with daddy while mum and Olive were at Disney on ice. A Lyon walk, lunch at the local cafe, a tasty bottle of milk and not a grizzle the whole morning.
Iris: 1 month and 14 days
Lyon: 3 years and 3 months
02 August 2014
We visited Jan and Jerry so they could meet Iris. They gave Olive some fridge magnet letters which she loved racing from the lounge one at a time to place on the fridge.
We visited Jan and Jerry so they could meet Iris. They gave Olive some fridge magnet letters which she loved racing from the lounge one at a time to place on the fridge.
01 August 2014
Pizza picnic dinner at the new Peck rental. With the kids enjoying the running circuit for ages and a catnap for Olive on the way we lasted until a whopping 7.30pm - living it up these days! Iris did really well and slept 95% of the time with a short spell of colic hour.
Pizza picnic dinner at the new Peck rental. With the kids enjoying the running circuit for ages and a catnap for Olive on the way we lasted until a whopping 7.30pm - living it up these days! Iris did really well and slept 95% of the time with a short spell of colic hour.
01 August 2014
Day 4 of the urticaria rash and it has nearly gone so Olive was back at KCC which she enjoyed. Duvet cover went back on and we had two wake ups, not sure if it was the cover and cold related. We had some lovely picnic cave play this afternoon. Can't wait for Iris to be a playmate.
Day 4 of the urticaria rash and it has nearly gone so Olive was back at KCC which she enjoyed. Duvet cover went back on and we had two wake ups, not sure if it was the cover and cold related. We had some lovely picnic cave play this afternoon. Can't wait for Iris to be a playmate.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
30 July 2014
Dr Olive to the rescue! Thanks very much for my new doctors kit Nan!
Dr Olive to the rescue! Thanks very much for my new doctors kit Nan!
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
28 July 2014
Waiting patiently for the doctor at A&E. Olive woke with a rash from head to toe at 4am and it just kept getting worse so we had our first trip to hospital. 4 hours later it has started to go down, what a mission. All very shattered today.
Waiting patiently for the doctor at A&E. Olive woke with a rash from head to toe at 4am and it just kept getting worse so we had our first trip to hospital. 4 hours later it has started to go down, what a mission. All very shattered today.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
27 July 2014
5 weeks old! Weighted in at 4.11kg. It seems everyone wanted to be in in the photo! Even Iris's new soft friend Fletch the fox.
5 weeks old! Weighted in at 4.11kg. It seems everyone wanted to be in in the photo! Even Iris's new soft friend Fletch the fox.
Iris: 1 month and 7 days
27 July 2014
Big day! No more sleep sack! The new duvet cover is the start of the move to the big bed. Eeek. Better start looking at beds! The first night went well and covers stayed on.
Big day! No more sleep sack! The new duvet cover is the start of the move to the big bed. Eeek. Better start looking at beds! The first night went well and covers stayed on.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
27 July 2014
'Antsee's sock has become olive nappy changing glove, so 'poo doesn't go everywhere'!? It is also a magical glove rubbed over my face to make me happy instead of sad. When I say I'm sad with her behaviour, olive reacts by saying 'no your happy' not sure it works that way...
'Antsee's sock has become olive nappy changing glove, so 'poo doesn't go everywhere'!? It is also a magical glove rubbed over my face to make me happy instead of sad. When I say I'm sad with her behaviour, olive reacts by saying 'no your happy' not sure it works that way...
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
26 July 2014
A beaut blue and still day in the capital. Managed a lovely walk along the waterfront with 'antsee', Lana & Nige. Saw some art, piano playing and had noodles for lunch. Finished off with the best tantrum Olive has ever had (everything is awesome!) - she became obsessed with walking Lyon, even across the busy roads. Iris slept like a baby, in fact didn't know we had left home. Later the kids enjoyed a box of fun while we enjoy a drink with Marcus, Jess and Orson.
A beaut blue and still day in the capital. Managed a lovely walk along the waterfront with 'antsee', Lana & Nige. Saw some art, piano playing and had noodles for lunch. Finished off with the best tantrum Olive has ever had (everything is awesome!) - she became obsessed with walking Lyon, even across the busy roads. Iris slept like a baby, in fact didn't know we had left home. Later the kids enjoyed a box of fun while we enjoy a drink with Marcus, Jess and Orson.
Lyon: 3 years and 2 months
25 July 2014
Today Olive had three boiled eggs with soldiers for second lunch after having fish fingers at playgroup. The new egg cup did the trick.
Today Olive had three boiled eggs with soldiers for second lunch after having fish fingers at playgroup. The new egg cup did the trick.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
25 July 2014
All wrapped up warm this morning, one degree outside! We are getting a lot more smiles and talking from Iris and of course frowning at whatever her big sister Olive is doing. Which is usually loud! Love our 'just the two of us' outings, went to movies! And of course shopping, Iris is proving to be a great wing baby.
All wrapped up warm this morning, one degree outside! We are getting a lot more smiles and talking from Iris and of course frowning at whatever her big sister Olive is doing. Which is usually loud! Love our 'just the two of us' outings, went to movies! And of course shopping, Iris is proving to be a great wing baby.
Iris: 1 month and 5 days
23 July 2014
My little hot water bottle. Colic calm did the trick with our unsettled fleurie in the evenings.
My little hot water bottle. Colic calm did the trick with our unsettled fleurie in the evenings.
Iris: 1 month and 3 days
23 July 2014
A bit slow off the mark with my bulbs again this year! They had started shooting in a container under the house! Should be more on to it with the Lilly's. Hydrangeas are all trimmed now!
A bit slow off the mark with my bulbs again this year! They had started shooting in a container under the house! Should be more on to it with the Lilly's. Hydrangeas are all trimmed now!
23 July 2014
Sara & Thomas and Anna & Eva came to visit little Iris and bought some tummy treats and gifts for her. Lovely chaotic morning ladies!
Sara & Thomas and Anna & Eva came to visit little Iris and bought some tummy treats and gifts for her. Lovely chaotic morning ladies!
22 July 2014
Look who's moved up to the bouncer! And then asleep in the bouncer. Definitely something Olive never did!
Look who's moved up to the bouncer! And then asleep in the bouncer. Definitely something Olive never did!
Iris: 1 month and 2 days
22 July 2014
We just rock up to the supermarket (which has been going well now!) and Olive says 'look mummy it's Jo, over there look look!' Jo is a friend and apparently on the pharmacy window too.
We just rock up to the supermarket (which has been going well now!) and Olive says 'look mummy it's Jo, over there look look!' Jo is a friend and apparently on the pharmacy window too.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
21 July 2014
Someone got a little sleepy while waiting for the pharmacy to finish with our scripts after another family visit to see the doctor. Hopefully this bag of drugs will sort us all out!
Someone got a little sleepy while waiting for the pharmacy to finish with our scripts after another family visit to see the doctor. Hopefully this bag of drugs will sort us all out!
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
21 July 2014
The 'Pretend I'm sleeping face' only to cry after we stop rocking.
The 'Pretend I'm sleeping face' only to cry after we stop rocking.
Iris: 1 month and 1 day
20 July 2014
My girls. And Mr Stinkle!
My girls. And Mr Stinkle!
Lyon: 3 years and 2 months
20 July 2014
On the worst weather day of the year we met the Foo's and Harris's at the octopus marine education centre for some touchy feely with the creatures of the our local sea. Fantastic and we will go back! Finished it off with lunch with the foos.
On the worst weather day of the year we met the Foo's and Harris's at the octopus marine education centre for some touchy feely with the creatures of the our local sea. Fantastic and we will go back! Finished it off with lunch with the foos.
20 July 2014
We setup the iPad on record so Olive could see herself in the mirror while doing her makeup this morning.
We setup the iPad on record so Olive could see herself in the mirror while doing her makeup this morning.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
20 July 2014
Our little Pixel is one month old already!
Our little Pixel is one month old already!
Iris: 1 month
19 July 2014
Violet turns two! A fun morning at Dave's parents place for a family get together to celebrate Violets birthday.
Violet turns two! A fun morning at Dave's parents place for a family get together to celebrate Violets birthday.
18 July 2014
Doro comes the meet little Iris. Slept the whole time!
Doro comes the meet little Iris. Slept the whole time!
Iris: 28 days
17 July 2014
Lyon gets a new dog bed. A work in progress but at least the curtains are now safe!
Lyon gets a new dog bed. A work in progress but at least the curtains are now safe!
Lyon: 3 years and 2 months
17 July 2014
Olive wanted to hang under the gym with Iris this afternoon. She thought Iris was very funny with goos and gaas and accidental touching! Asking her 'to do it again' Some lovely kissing and cuddles too.
Olive wanted to hang under the gym with Iris this afternoon. She thought Iris was very funny with goos and gaas and accidental touching! Asking her 'to do it again' Some lovely kissing and cuddles too.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
Iris: 27 days and 14 hours
15 July 2014
Cuddles with mummy and daddy.
Cuddles with mummy and daddy.
Iris: 25 days and 16 hours
15 July 2014
First solo shopping under our belts. We also had a lovely lunch play date with Felix, Ruby and Bec. Felix and Olive had some lovely moments of play. A ring, a ring a rosy around the blanket was a hit.
First solo shopping under our belts. We also had a lovely lunch play date with Felix, Ruby and Bec. Felix and Olive had some lovely moments of play. A ring, a ring a rosy around the blanket was a hit.
Olive: 2 years and 5 months
14 July 2014
Olive is really enjoying being a big sister. She asked if iris could walk yet and after I explained she is too little but she will soon, olive said 'then iris can play with me and be a big kid!'
Olive is really enjoying being a big sister. She asked if iris could walk yet and after I explained she is too little but she will soon, olive said 'then iris can play with me and be a big kid!'
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
Iris: 24 days and 18 hours
14 July 2014
Sister shot. Spot the cross eyed Iris!
Sister shot. Spot the cross eyed Iris!
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
Iris: 24 days and 15 hours
14 July 2014
And smile! Olive was more interested in Iris today, telling me Iris needs her nappy changed, stop Iris crying, but also asking to be picked up a lot more especially when I'm holding Iris.
And smile! Olive was more interested in Iris today, telling me Iris needs her nappy changed, stop Iris crying, but also asking to be picked up a lot more especially when I'm holding Iris.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
Iris: 24 days and 15 hours
13 July 2014
Day 23: we had our second to last midwife appointment and at 3 weeks we are finally past our birth weight! Hooray! She still continues to feed fast and sleep a lot. Nights have been really good with a midnight and 5am feed. Iris loves floating around in the bath water and tracking us with her eyes up close. She has mummy's dimples and it is gorgeous when you get that spontaneous smile.
Day 23: we had our second to last midwife appointment and at 3 weeks we are finally past our birth weight! Hooray! She still continues to feed fast and sleep a lot. Nights have been really good with a midnight and 5am feed. Iris loves floating around in the bath water and tracking us with her eyes up close. She has mummy's dimples and it is gorgeous when you get that spontaneous smile.
Iris: 23 days and 18 hours
13 July 2014
The famous juju lips. They seem to pop out when Olive is in deep concentration. She loved painting Iris's letters and then beer boxes this morning.
The famous juju lips. They seem to pop out when Olive is in deep concentration. She loved painting Iris's letters and then beer boxes this morning.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
12 July 2014
Cuddles with Nan. 3 weeks old and still a happy little sleepy baby. May it last!
Cuddles with Nan. 3 weeks old and still a happy little sleepy baby. May it last!
Iris: 22 days and 10 hours
11 July 2014
Cousins all in a row. Spot the widdle Iris on Granny. Enjoyed a lovely family fish and chips evening. Kids are getting along better and better and played in Olives room for a while too.
Cousins all in a row. Spot the widdle Iris on Granny. Enjoyed a lovely family fish and chips evening. Kids are getting along better and better and played in Olives room for a while too.
11 July 2014
Olive had to show Iris how to use the rings. 'You hold them like this Iris' olive is starting to be back to her usual self. Our happy mooje. Yesterday I picked her up from kcc and I was greeted with a leg hug and mummy mummy mummy! Makes me feel like the most special person in the world.
Olive had to show Iris how to use the rings. 'You hold them like this Iris' olive is starting to be back to her usual self. Our happy mooje. Yesterday I picked her up from kcc and I was greeted with a leg hug and mummy mummy mummy! Makes me feel like the most special person in the world.
10 July 2014
Escaping the swaddle. A borrowed merino swaddle is working a treat!
Escaping the swaddle. A borrowed merino swaddle is working a treat!
Iris: 20 days and 19 hours
10 July 2014
Day 20: Iris has the cough that has plagued mummy for months. Horrible to hear those lungs working so hard. She continues to sleep a lot (not used to this) and feed fast??!!!
Day 20: Iris has the cough that has plagued mummy for months. Horrible to hear those lungs working so hard. She continues to sleep a lot (not used to this) and feed fast??!!!
Iris: 20 days and 18 hours
10 July 2014
Olive is finally back to her usual happy self after having her worst cold yet. Here she has pulled up a chair to read Iris a story.
Olive is finally back to her usual happy self after having her worst cold yet. Here she has pulled up a chair to read Iris a story.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
09 July 2014
Enjoying a bit if floor time knocking the rings around.
Enjoying a bit if floor time knocking the rings around.
Iris: 19 days and 16 hours
08 July 2014
First solo outing to the playground! Iris rugged up in the front pack, Olive in the buggy. It went well. We walked home together and spotted some 'gorgeous flowers' glad my baby loves flowers too. They were weeds and she would pick them and then 'stick' them back. Loved the dandelion and managed a big blow!
First solo outing to the playground! Iris rugged up in the front pack, Olive in the buggy. It went well. We walked home together and spotted some 'gorgeous flowers' glad my baby loves flowers too. They were weeds and she would pick them and then 'stick' them back. Loved the dandelion and managed a big blow!
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
08 July 2014
So I had to quickly feed Iris before we headed out to the playground, Olive was already sitting in the buggy ready. After 15mins Iris is asleep so we are ready to go! Only to discover Olive is also asleep! This cold has really hit Olive hard. Poor mooje.
So I had to quickly feed Iris before we headed out to the playground, Olive was already sitting in the buggy ready. After 15mins Iris is asleep so we are ready to go! Only to discover Olive is also asleep! This cold has really hit Olive hard. Poor mooje.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
Iris: 18 days and 13 hours
07 July 2014
Loves running and jumping with no fear. Turning out to be very bossy as you have sit exactly where she wants you to play her games.
Loves running and jumping with no fear. Turning out to be very bossy as you have sit exactly where she wants you to play her games.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
07 July 2014
As I sit feeding, Olive is happy putting her babies to bed. Iris then squeaks and Olive states 'it's okay Iris you will be going home soon' not sure Olive understands she is here to stay. Olive also stated to Nan 'when is that baby going home' hmmm...
As I sit feeding, Olive is happy putting her babies to bed. Iris then squeaks and Olive states 'it's okay Iris you will be going home soon' not sure Olive understands she is here to stay. Olive also stated to Nan 'when is that baby going home' hmmm...
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
Iris: 17 days and 8 hours
06 July 2014
An outing to Mitre 10 and then Avalon Park to feed the ducks. Then Olive hit the wall so it was home time. Still rather sick and and a grizzly guts in the afternoon. We all are now.
An outing to Mitre 10 and then Avalon Park to feed the ducks. Then Olive hit the wall so it was home time. Still rather sick and and a grizzly guts in the afternoon. We all are now.
05 July 2014
Day 16: It's official! Iris Ann Peck. Starting to wake for night feeds. Sleeping pretty well day and night, may it last!
Day 16: It's official! Iris Ann Peck. Starting to wake for night feeds. Sleeping pretty well day and night, may it last!
Iris: 15 days and 9 hours
04 July 2014
Day 14: the jaundice is pretty much gone from her skin. She is feeding a lot better (waking for a feed) and she weighed in at 3.68kg, things are on the up! Dare I say it? Maybe she is just a 'sleepy' baby? I had forgotten how small newborns are and how much they sleep!
Day 14: the jaundice is pretty much gone from her skin. She is feeding a lot better (waking for a feed) and she weighed in at 3.68kg, things are on the up! Dare I say it? Maybe she is just a 'sleepy' baby? I had forgotten how small newborns are and how much they sleep!
Iris: 14 days and 14 hours
04 July 2014
Lyon has been a little more interested in iris. He was very worried when I was in labour and would come and sit by me as if to protect me.
Lyon has been a little more interested in iris. He was very worried when I was in labour and would come and sit by me as if to protect me.
Iris: 14 days and 13 hours
Lyon: 3 years and 2 months
04 July 2014
A lovely story was posted to Olive's day care website today.
A lovely story was posted to Olive's day care website today.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
03 July 2014
Another family outing under our belt. We are all a bit sick this week but Lyon who needed a run.
Another family outing under our belt. We are all a bit sick this week but Lyon who needed a run.
03 July 2014
It's a hard road to a perfect sister shot! Olive has been really gentle with iris and most days asks to hold iris on the couch.
It's a hard road to a perfect sister shot! Olive has been really gentle with iris and most days asks to hold iris on the couch.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
Iris: 13 days and 9 hours
03 July 2014
To wake up Iris this morning, Olive showered her with 'baby' soft toys.
To wake up Iris this morning, Olive showered her with 'baby' soft toys.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
Iris: 13 days and 8 hours
30 June 2014
Fun with a box on a rainy inside day.
Fun with a box on a rainy inside day.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
28 June 2014
We ventured to the zoo on a beautiful day. We got up close to the tiger and Olive loved the creepy crawlies. Iris slept like a baby.
We ventured to the zoo on a beautiful day. We got up close to the tiger and Olive loved the creepy crawlies. Iris slept like a baby.
27 June 2014
The Thompsons come to meet Iris. Thanks for a yummy lunch!
The Thompsons come to meet Iris. Thanks for a yummy lunch!
Iris: 7 days and 13 hours
26 June 2014
A family outing to the garden center.
A family outing to the garden center.
25 June 2014
Are my clean clothes ready yet?
Are my clean clothes ready yet?
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
25 June 2014
Iris gets her first weigh in.
Iris gets her first weigh in.
Iris: 5 days and 10 hours
24 June 2014
Daddy's hair?
Daddy's hair?
Iris: 4 days and 17 hours
24 June 2014
Only a few days old but already looking completely different to Olive at the same age.
Only a few days old but already looking completely different to Olive at the same age.
Iris: 4 days and 16 hours
24 June 2014
Four piggies escape.
Four piggies escape.
Iris: 4 days and 15 hours
24 June 2014
Olives occasional interest in her little sister has led to cuddles, kisses a few pokes and the sharing of baby toys. She seems to be warming up to the idea of having a sibling and apparently has been taking about her baby Iris at playgroup.
Olives occasional interest in her little sister has led to cuddles, kisses a few pokes and the sharing of baby toys. She seems to be warming up to the idea of having a sibling and apparently has been taking about her baby Iris at playgroup.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
Iris: 4 days and 15 hours
23 June 2014
Play centre with Daddy. It was fun to see Olive cruising around play centre and getting into everything. It was also great to put a name to the faces I often hear about.
Play centre with Daddy. It was fun to see Olive cruising around play centre and getting into everything. It was also great to put a name to the faces I often hear about.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
22 June 2014
Day four: sleeping all day and then an owl at night. Pretty tired but isn't she a dream to look at.
Day four: sleeping all day and then an owl at night. Pretty tired but isn't she a dream to look at.
Iris: 2 days and 19 hours
22 June 2014
Lana, Nige and Anthony came to meet Iris and have a play date with Olive. Thanks for the Moses basket guys! So handy.
Lana, Nige and Anthony came to meet Iris and have a play date with Olive. Thanks for the Moses basket guys! So handy.
Iris: 2 days and 12 hours
22 June 2014
Iris' first bath! A bit of a shock to her sleepy system.
Iris' first bath! A bit of a shock to her sleepy system.
Iris: 2 days and 8 hours
21 June 2014
Welcome home Iris!
Welcome home Iris!
Iris: 1 day, 9 hours and 11 minutes
21 June 2014
Our family
Our family
21 June 2014
After a terrible night sleep, We are ready for home! Olive very excited about bring little sis Iris home.
After a terrible night sleep, We are ready for home! Olive very excited about bring little sis Iris home.
Iris: 1 day, 7 hours and 53 minutes
21 June 2014
Mum and bubs.
Mum and bubs.
Iris: 1 day, 7 hours and 43 minutes
20 June 2014
Iris Ann
Iris Ann
Iris: 16 hours, 58 minutes and 17 seconds
20 June 2014
Granny and Poppa come to meet and hold little Iris.
Granny and Poppa come to meet and hold little Iris.
Iris: 14 hours, 33 minutes and 11 seconds
20 June 2014
Nan and Grandad meet little Iris.
Nan and Grandad meet little Iris.
Iris: 10 hours, 4 minutes and 11 seconds
20 June 2014
Bean meets Pixel.
Bean meets Pixel.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
Iris: 9 hours, 5 minutes and 45 seconds
20 June 2014
Welcome to our lives Iris Ann! Born at 12.48am on June 20th 2014 and weighing 8.6 pounds. Couldn't be happier with our little water baby.
Welcome to our lives Iris Ann! Born at 12.48am on June 20th 2014 and weighing 8.6 pounds. Couldn't be happier with our little water baby.
Iris: 40 minutes and 4 seconds
19 June 2014
Enjoying a coffee in the afternoon sun. No baby yet.
Enjoying a coffee in the afternoon sun. No baby yet.
Iris: -9 hours, 54 minutes and 19 seconds
18 June 2014
Olive enjoys a bit more play (throwing soft toys in the air) in her bedroom (but mummy has to stay)we have nearly finished her new but old dresser, with the mirror which olive loves!
Olive enjoys a bit more play (throwing soft toys in the air) in her bedroom (but mummy has to stay)we have nearly finished her new but old dresser, with the mirror which olive loves!
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
15 June 2014
Olive and Bunny Piano duet.
Olive and Bunny Piano duet.
Olive: 2 years and 4 months
14 June 2014
Olive loved running round the stepping stones with Harry as we joined the Foo's for dinner.
Olive loved running round the stepping stones with Harry as we joined the Foo's for dinner.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
14 June 2014
Milkshakes at Lyall bay.
Milkshakes at Lyall bay.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
14 June 2014
Just the four of us. Enjoying our family. And spotting hairy maclary dogs at the beach.
Just the four of us. Enjoying our family. And spotting hairy maclary dogs at the beach.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
13 June 2014
Caught Olive in her own little world, telling me what she is doing while she was doing it.
Caught Olive in her own little world, telling me what she is doing while she was doing it.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
13 June 2014
Olive really enjoyed my old stomping playground with Lucas this afternoon. Her confidence has come along with climbing ladders, going down head first on the slide to yelling 'higher' on the swing. She also looked after Lucas when he wandering off by taking his hand and took him back to play.
Olive really enjoyed my old stomping playground with Lucas this afternoon. Her confidence has come along with climbing ladders, going down head first on the slide to yelling 'higher' on the swing. She also looked after Lucas when he wandering off by taking his hand and took him back to play.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
07 June 2014
Olive refused to go in a normal trolley when Daddy had to do a quick run to the supermarket. Luckily the excitement of sitting next to Liony was enough to get her into the double trolley. Hope the interest lasts!
Olive refused to go in a normal trolley when Daddy had to do a quick run to the supermarket. Luckily the excitement of sitting next to Liony was enough to get her into the double trolley. Hope the interest lasts!
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
03 June 2014
They have arrived! And Olive took it upon herself after the 'blind man' had left to try and put it down from on top of the cabinet. Olive's little chairs seem to scattered all over the house these days as she uses them to get to anything up high.
They have arrived! And Olive took it upon herself after the 'blind man' had left to try and put it down from on top of the cabinet. Olive's little chairs seem to scattered all over the house these days as she uses them to get to anything up high.
02 June 2014
Olives love of being involved in everything continues as she helps make pancakes one morning and scrambled eggs the next. If you try doing it without her, she'll quickly drag over a "mummy/daddy" chair and take over.
Olives love of being involved in everything continues as she helps make pancakes one morning and scrambled eggs the next. If you try doing it without her, she'll quickly drag over a "mummy/daddy" chair and take over.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
01 June 2014
Enjoying the warm winter sun.
Enjoying the warm winter sun.
01 June 2014
A beautiful still and crisp morning for a picnic at Makara beach. It was the busiest we have seen it.
A beautiful still and crisp morning for a picnic at Makara beach. It was the busiest we have seen it.
31 May 2014
Poppa's birthday dinner!
Poppa's birthday dinner!
31 May 2014
Enjoying the sunshine (photo stolen from Lana - thanks!)
Enjoying the sunshine (photo stolen from Lana - thanks!)
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
31 May 2014
Fun at Petone beach on a crisp but beautiful morning.
Fun at Petone beach on a crisp but beautiful morning.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
30 May 2014
A crisp walk with Olive in control of Lyon. She has became very assertive with telling Lyon what he should and shouldn't be doing. Meanwhile a little later around the park stated "mummy there is a pebble in my boot" so we stopped to shake it out and then Olive refused to put it back on, walking half way around the park in socks. She seems to take any opportunity to take her shoes off these days.
A crisp walk with Olive in control of Lyon. She has became very assertive with telling Lyon what he should and shouldn't be doing. Meanwhile a little later around the park stated "mummy there is a pebble in my boot" so we stopped to shake it out and then Olive refused to put it back on, walking half way around the park in socks. She seems to take any opportunity to take her shoes off these days.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
Lyon: 3 years and 1 month
30 May 2014
Lyon Tunnel
Lyon Tunnel
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
Lyon: 3 years and 1 month
29 May 2014
Just hanging with Daddy. We still can't see either of ourselves in Olive. But perhaps she has Daddy's eyes and Mummy's smile. It will be interesting to watch her change.
Just hanging with Daddy. We still can't see either of ourselves in Olive. But perhaps she has Daddy's eyes and Mummy's smile. It will be interesting to watch her change.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
29 May 2014
Bedroom curtains arrived a few weeks ago. Curtaining the whole house is complete! Everything is looking so fresh and clean!
Bedroom curtains arrived a few weeks ago. Curtaining the whole house is complete! Everything is looking so fresh and clean!
29 May 2014
The roman blind for Pixel's room is complete! 2.7m wide by 1.9m in length. My first attempt at making one, glad it is finally up!
The roman blind for Pixel's room is complete! 2.7m wide by 1.9m in length. My first attempt at making one, glad it is finally up!
Iris: -21 days and 9 hours
29 May 2014
Daddy day with a Chicken Pox child on a rainy day limits your options, but we managed a visit to Mitre 10 Mega and a duck pond.
Daddy day with a Chicken Pox child on a rainy day limits your options, but we managed a visit to Mitre 10 Mega and a duck pond.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
26 May 2014
They have finally arrived! The lounge curtains!!! So excited and thrilled with them! Now just the blinds to come...
They have finally arrived! The lounge curtains!!! So excited and thrilled with them! Now just the blinds to come...
23 May 2014
The baby obsession continues, after reading her library books once last night, Olive is able to tell 'baby' all about them at story time.
The baby obsession continues, after reading her library books once last night, Olive is able to tell 'baby' all about them at story time.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
22 May 2014
Piggy Bank also goes to the potty these days. We have had some success in the afternoons with the potty and no nappies. Mostly number ones and if we gently remind her, she often says yes or no if she needs to go. So proud.
Piggy Bank also goes to the potty these days. We have had some success in the afternoons with the potty and no nappies. Mostly number ones and if we gently remind her, she often says yes or no if she needs to go. So proud.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
20 May 2014
Olive insisted that the cork board was actually a chalk board.
Olive insisted that the cork board was actually a chalk board.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
19 May 2014
The SPCA came to visit on our Playcentre session with two cute puppies and a adorable bunny! Olive guessed it was a bunny from the cage and enjoyed its funny nose. She was quick to get right in there and pat them all very gently. Having a dog, I think has made her very comfortable and a animal lover all round.
The SPCA came to visit on our Playcentre session with two cute puppies and a adorable bunny! Olive guessed it was a bunny from the cage and enjoyed its funny nose. She was quick to get right in there and pat them all very gently. Having a dog, I think has made her very comfortable and a animal lover all round.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
19 May 2014
Funky spider web tree on the misty walk this morning.
Funky spider web tree on the misty walk this morning.
18 May 2014
My little garden helper. Olive was always up for helping with the gardening. Loved spotting potatoes too.
My little garden helper. Olive was always up for helping with the gardening. Loved spotting potatoes too.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
18 May 2014
Tigger wasn't allowed into Winnie the Pooh's cave.
Tigger wasn't allowed into Winnie the Pooh's cave.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
18 May 2014
There is nothing quite like eating fresh carrots straight from the garden. Olive ate five baby carrots from our garden one after another. She was also extremely excited about spotting the potatoes as I dug them up and quickly placed them into the box.
There is nothing quite like eating fresh carrots straight from the garden. Olive ate five baby carrots from our garden one after another. She was also extremely excited about spotting the potatoes as I dug them up and quickly placed them into the box.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
17 May 2014
Beautiful day for a catch up with Nige, Lana and Anthony - home from their Ireland trip.
Beautiful day for a catch up with Nige, Lana and Anthony - home from their Ireland trip.
16 May 2014
Room for two in the reinstated bassinet.
Room for two in the reinstated bassinet.
Olive: 2 years and 3 months
Iris: -1 month and 3 days
11 May 2014
Olive loved going on a "picnic" with Violet at Alex's "tea party". They sat down together for the good part of half an hour enjoying their picnic.
Olive loved going on a "picnic" with Violet at Alex's "tea party". They sat down together for the good part of half an hour enjoying their picnic.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
11 May 2014
Olive becomes a bumble cat thanks to Catherine at Alex's birthday party.
Olive becomes a bumble cat thanks to Catherine at Alex's birthday party.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
11 May 2014
Lots of fun at Alex's 4th birthday party.
Lots of fun at Alex's 4th birthday party.
11 May 2014
Mother's Day morning on our last day in Greytown with the Thompsons. A beautiful morning to finish a lovely weekend away.
Mother's Day morning on our last day in Greytown with the Thompsons. A beautiful morning to finish a lovely weekend away.
10 May 2014
I love how kids love being rudie nudie. They just go wild and why not! It was extremely fun running down the large hall and then hiding behind the curtain... Again and again. Olive managed to keep up with Ben, Liam was aways doing the opposite, trying to keep up.
I love how kids love being rudie nudie. They just go wild and why not! It was extremely fun running down the large hall and then hiding behind the curtain... Again and again. Olive managed to keep up with Ben, Liam was aways doing the opposite, trying to keep up.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
10 May 2014
Greytown Playground fun.
Greytown Playground fun.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
10 May 2014
Fun at Greytown's playground. Olive loved Donkey.
Fun at Greytown's playground. Olive loved Donkey.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
10 May 2014
Chocostashe
Chocostashe
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
10 May 2014
The puzzle interest continues... Really nice playing with Ben this weekend. Liam didn't get a look in and often told off for pointing at olive. Found two great puzzles to buy too.
The puzzle interest continues... Really nice playing with Ben this weekend. Liam didn't get a look in and often told off for pointing at olive. Found two great puzzles to buy too.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
10 May 2014
On a sheep hunt in Greytown.
On a sheep hunt in Greytown.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
09 May 2014
Rudie nudies in the bath.
Rudie nudies in the bath.
08 May 2014
Olive is a very cuddly wee girl but recently loves to cuddle her friends too. Freya & William from PC get a hug goodbye, cousin violet gets a arrival hug and Lucas just because they saw a ginger cat together. So lovely.
Olive is a very cuddly wee girl but recently loves to cuddle her friends too. Freya & William from PC get a hug goodbye, cousin violet gets a arrival hug and Lucas just because they saw a ginger cat together. So lovely.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
04 May 2014
Olive loved the ginger cat on the way to the park. And the fluffy to follow. And the muddy puddles!
Olive loved the ginger cat on the way to the park. And the fluffy to follow. And the muddy puddles!
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
03 May 2014
Olive and Daddy spend a day with Granny, Poppa and the Prosser cuzzies so Mummy can get her work done.
Olive and Daddy spend a day with Granny, Poppa and the Prosser cuzzies so Mummy can get her work done.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
03 May 2014
At the car wash. When did they become $16? Still, better that than a hand wash by Mr Lazy Pants.
At the car wash. When did they become $16? Still, better that than a hand wash by Mr Lazy Pants.
01 May 2014
Mad about puzzles! The concentration is amazing. She will complete it and say 'done it' and wait for some reaction, smile and then tip it over and starts all over again. We can last at puzzles for a good 30min.
Mad about puzzles! The concentration is amazing. She will complete it and say 'done it' and wait for some reaction, smile and then tip it over and starts all over again. We can last at puzzles for a good 30min.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
01 May 2014
A late afternoon buggy walk around the park. All went well until olive decided that she 'wanted to cuddle the ducks' and went off road, and it was a very slow drag walk home.
A late afternoon buggy walk around the park. All went well until olive decided that she 'wanted to cuddle the ducks' and went off road, and it was a very slow drag walk home.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
27 April 2014
Two years of taking a photo with the iPhone every so often.
Two years of taking a photo with the iPhone every so often.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
27 April 2014
Hugs and kisses for Lyons birthday. Happy birthday Mr Stinkle! Happy birthday to you.
Hugs and kisses for Lyons birthday. Happy birthday Mr Stinkle! Happy birthday to you.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
Lyon: 3 years
27 April 2014
Where's the study nook!?! We finally finished the wallpapering in the lounge with the doors now done! No more wallpapering - yay!
Where's the study nook!?! We finally finished the wallpapering in the lounge with the doors now done! No more wallpapering - yay!
27 April 2014
A breezy walk and a brunch at Spruce Goose for Lyons 3rd birthday.
A breezy walk and a brunch at Spruce Goose for Lyons 3rd birthday.
Lyon: 3 years
26 April 2014
Off at the zoo with the Turner grandparents. Loved the giraffes and chimps. M&D got some more painting done!
Off at the zoo with the Turner grandparents. Loved the giraffes and chimps. M&D got some more painting done!
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
25 April 2014
Olive enjoying being a bee.
Olive enjoying being a bee.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
25 April 2014
We pulled out a few more potatoes and thinned the carrots out a little! Also cleared out all the old plants ready to start again.
We pulled out a few more potatoes and thinned the carrots out a little! Also cleared out all the old plants ready to start again.
25 April 2014
We celebrated Harry's second birthday. A fun morning of running around outside and eating cake.
We celebrated Harry's second birthday. A fun morning of running around outside and eating cake.
23 April 2014
We had Anna, Perry and the adorable Leola around for dinner while they are in NZ for a short time. Lots of lovely catching up.
We had Anna, Perry and the adorable Leola around for dinner while they are in NZ for a short time. Lots of lovely catching up.
20 April 2014
Driveway madness. With very mixed dramatic weather throughout the day (rain, sun, rain) we managed a easter hunt, bubbles on the new flash deck and biking races on the long driveway. Olive and Violet had their usual banter 'mine' 'no, mine' 'no my bike' 'no mine' with them both smiling. They did it all weekend over anything 'my chair' 'no mine' and 'my mummy' which ended with 'my Ginny' (which was so lovely of Violet to say). The girls are really getting along, so cute.
Driveway madness. With very mixed dramatic weather throughout the day (rain, sun, rain) we managed a easter hunt, bubbles on the new flash deck and biking races on the long driveway. Olive and Violet had their usual banter 'mine' 'no, mine' 'no my bike' 'no mine' with them both smiling. They did it all weekend over anything 'my chair' 'no mine' and 'my mummy' which ended with 'my Ginny' (which was so lovely of Violet to say). The girls are really getting along, so cute.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
20 April 2014
Easter egg hunt! They were so cute, spotting eggs (with help) and running over to collect them but mostly so excited about putting them in the picnic basket. Olive enjoyed the act of unwrapping the eggs but took one bite and gave to mummy. Alex, knew what it was all about! And violet did too.
Easter egg hunt! They were so cute, spotting eggs (with help) and running over to collect them but mostly so excited about putting them in the picnic basket. Olive enjoyed the act of unwrapping the eggs but took one bite and gave to mummy. Alex, knew what it was all about! And violet did too.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
20 April 2014
Fun times down at the beach during a break in the weather.
Fun times down at the beach during a break in the weather.
19 April 2014
We ventured out to Huka Falls where jumping in muddy puddles was way more fun than watching the fast flowing waterfall!
We ventured out to Huka Falls where jumping in muddy puddles was way more fun than watching the fast flowing waterfall!
19 April 2014
Out for a walk.
Out for a walk.
18 April 2014
We had a fun Easter weekend in Taupo. Olive continued her no nap policy even during the 6.5hr drive there and 6hr drive home - luckily she slept well at night. We managed to enjoy some sunshine in between the rain. The kids had a great time mucking around together - Olive and Violet playing their "that's mine" game was a laugh.
We had a fun Easter weekend in Taupo. Olive continued her no nap policy even during the 6.5hr drive there and 6hr drive home - luckily she slept well at night. We managed to enjoy some sunshine in between the rain. The kids had a great time mucking around together - Olive and Violet playing their "that's mine" game was a laugh.
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
15 April 2014
She may not always use her fork but when M&D had chopsticks, she just had to have some! She proved us wrong, and managed to eat a lot of her noodle dish with her sticks! I wonder how Asian kids learn to use chopsticks?
She may not always use her fork but when M&D had chopsticks, she just had to have some! She proved us wrong, and managed to eat a lot of her noodle dish with her sticks! I wonder how Asian kids learn to use chopsticks?
Olive: 2 years and 2 months
12 April 2014
Avoided the downpour with a nice dog walk around Parramatta inlet with the Thompsons.
Avoided the downpour with a nice dog walk around Parramatta inlet with the Thompsons.
11 April 2014
With a week of rain and another forecasted we are bringing out the big guns. After Olive helped paint a test pot for pixels room, we extended it to her paint. Olive loved painting her hands (as it tickles!) and making hand prints.
With a week of rain and another forecasted we are bringing out the big guns. After Olive helped paint a test pot for pixels room, we extended it to her paint. Olive loved painting her hands (as it tickles!) and making hand prints.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
09 April 2014
Olive decided to play hide and seek. She disappeared for about 5mins so I went to seek her out, found her hiding in our bedroom corner, then I said hide again, this time she went behind the couch, giggling when I said 'where is olive' lastly the curtain was a favourite, sitting behind it for a good 20mins, even when I had found her half a dozen times.
Olive decided to play hide and seek. She disappeared for about 5mins so I went to seek her out, found her hiding in our bedroom corner, then I said hide again, this time she went behind the couch, giggling when I said 'where is olive' lastly the curtain was a favourite, sitting behind it for a good 20mins, even when I had found her half a dozen times.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
09 April 2014
We love giving cuddles and kisses (with sound effect) right on the lips lately, I do encourage it, so lovely to have my baby cuddle me.
We love giving cuddles and kisses (with sound effect) right on the lips lately, I do encourage it, so lovely to have my baby cuddle me.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
09 April 2014
Olive really got into this toy from the library. She spent long periods just pushing the buttons and dancing. So cute.
Olive really got into this toy from the library. She spent long periods just pushing the buttons and dancing. So cute.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
07 April 2014
Olive was into painting on her hands and hand printing everything in sight. Doing a lot better sitting at morning tea and taking her lunchbox back to the trolley when she's finished.
Olive was into painting on her hands and hand printing everything in sight. Doing a lot better sitting at morning tea and taking her lunchbox back to the trolley when she's finished.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
05 April 2014
A fantastic family camping trip to Kaitoke with the Prossers. A successful test of our new tents - will go again! See entry for more photos.
A fantastic family camping trip to Kaitoke with the Prossers. A successful test of our new tents - will go again! See entry for more photos.
03 April 2014
Olive has settled into play group nicely. She's happy to be dropped off both days and she's starting to get into all the activities and be chatty with the ladies. She even ate some lunch for the first time today! Our little girl is becoming more independent by the day.
Olive has settled into play group nicely. She's happy to be dropped off both days and she's starting to get into all the activities and be chatty with the ladies. She even ate some lunch for the first time today! Our little girl is becoming more independent by the day.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
01 April 2014
We decided to dig up some potatoes and carrots - finally ready!
We decided to dig up some potatoes and carrots - finally ready!
29 March 2014
We went for a family walk and discovered the Karori West School fair was on. Food stalls, pet show, cheap toys, cupcakes and candy floss! Classic old school where we can see Olive in a few years time!
We went for a family walk and discovered the Karori West School fair was on. Food stalls, pet show, cheap toys, cupcakes and candy floss! Classic old school where we can see Olive in a few years time!
25 March 2014
Chopsticks master.
Chopsticks master.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
24 March 2014
We made gingerbread men for decorating at playcentre which fun and tasty! Olive started by biting his head off and then licking the icing off the spoon.
We made gingerbread men for decorating at playcentre which fun and tasty! Olive started by biting his head off and then licking the icing off the spoon.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
22 March 2014
A lovely walk in Wilton bush to see "a big daddymummy rimu tree" and a yummy picnic in the sun after with Anthony, Lana & Nige. Followed by a tasty beef fillet, kumara chips & a frenchy sauce for dinner as the kids had a ball together. Baby carrots were a big hit for both kids.
A lovely walk in Wilton bush to see "a big daddymummy rimu tree" and a yummy picnic in the sun after with Anthony, Lana & Nige. Followed by a tasty beef fillet, kumara chips & a frenchy sauce for dinner as the kids had a ball together. Baby carrots were a big hit for both kids.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
18 March 2014
Olive stated "Mummy have a coffee and Olive have a fluffy at cafe". Lucky this paid ride didn't need any money to be fun. Java furniture store was a zoo in its own right, Olive loved naming everything and picking everything up! Loved the hippo!
Olive stated "Mummy have a coffee and Olive have a fluffy at cafe". Lucky this paid ride didn't need any money to be fun. Java furniture store was a zoo in its own right, Olive loved naming everything and picking everything up! Loved the hippo!
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
17 March 2014
Pixels room is finally feeling like a real bedroom again with the carpet relaid and the wardrobe door on. Just cleaning, painting, curtains and furnishing left!
Pixels room is finally feeling like a real bedroom again with the carpet relaid and the wardrobe door on. Just cleaning, painting, curtains and furnishing left!
Iris: -3 months and 2 days
17 March 2014
The study nook is really coming along. It now has lights, wallpapered walls and left over carpet from Pixels room.
The study nook is really coming along. It now has lights, wallpapered walls and left over carpet from Pixels room.
16 March 2014
Olive is really into hiding in things at the moment. Behind the couch, behind the arm chair, under the desk, or in the play tent with as many toys as possible.
Olive is really into hiding in things at the moment. Behind the couch, behind the arm chair, under the desk, or in the play tent with as many toys as possible.
Olive: 2 years and 1 month
15 March 2014
Not a bad vege garden haul. Olive went straight for the lone raspberry. First taste of our apples - they were yum.
Not a bad vege garden haul. Olive went straight for the lone raspberry. First taste of our apples - they were yum.
14 March 2014
F&C with old family friends: barbers, woods and turners with another generation running around. Olive really enjoyed playing with Felix as we found them giggling and jumping on the bed and later playing the piano. A farewell to Nat, Poppy & Marcus, which is sad but so lovely to have had them here for a little visit!
F&C with old family friends: barbers, woods and turners with another generation running around. Olive really enjoyed playing with Felix as we found them giggling and jumping on the bed and later playing the piano. A farewell to Nat, Poppy & Marcus, which is sad but so lovely to have had them here for a little visit!
13 March 2014
The Milkrowave
The Milkrowave
Olive: 2 years
11 March 2014
Pixel Protector
Pixel Protector
Iris: -3 months and 8 days
Lyon: 2 years and 10 months
11 March 2014
A lovely walk with feeding the ducks and some playground action, olive went on the flying fox and the big blue slide! Before we enjoyed a cafe break. Olive loved copying what Felix was doing and she even got a few hugs from him!
A lovely walk with feeding the ducks and some playground action, olive went on the flying fox and the big blue slide! Before we enjoyed a cafe break. Olive loved copying what Felix was doing and she even got a few hugs from him!
Olive: 2 years
09 March 2014
Tunnel, cave or tent was all good fun to build them on the couch, well directing the building that is. Up here, higher!, sides down!, darker!
Tunnel, cave or tent was all good fun to build them on the couch, well directing the building that is. Up here, higher!, sides down!, darker!
Olive: 2 years
09 March 2014
Enjoying a fluffy (finally loves them!) after an afternoon dog beach walk. My, what a lady with her little cup!
Enjoying a fluffy (finally loves them!) after an afternoon dog beach walk. My, what a lady with her little cup!
Olive: 2 years
08 March 2014
An ex Onslow girls BBQ with the kids. It was so lovely to have some old faces back in town! and to see the next generation. Nice to know we are still the same nice people we were half our life ago!
An ex Onslow girls BBQ with the kids. It was so lovely to have some old faces back in town! and to see the next generation. Nice to know we are still the same nice people we were half our life ago!
07 March 2014
Love how Olive sticks the sticker hats over the eyes.
Love how Olive sticks the sticker hats over the eyes.
Olive: 2 years
06 March 2014
Helen and Robin shouted us a night out to the light and sound show at the botanicals. It was really great!
Helen and Robin shouted us a night out to the light and sound show at the botanicals. It was really great!
06 March 2014
The sun was finally shining again do we went to the park for ice cream and a kick around.
The sun was finally shining again do we went to the park for ice cream and a kick around.
06 March 2014
Lately Olive is climbing over everything, jumping on everything and even skipping at times. She always has to jump down the last step. She is very confident on her feet. She loves playing catch with her hands out ready and kicking the ball around spontaneously.
Lately Olive is climbing over everything, jumping on everything and even skipping at times. She always has to jump down the last step. She is very confident on her feet. She loves playing catch with her hands out ready and kicking the ball around spontaneously.
Olive: 2 years
05 March 2014
A night out for the girls!
A night out for the girls!
02 March 2014
We had cute 4 month old Maisie stay on Saturday night while the Thompsons were wedding partying it up. She reminded us of how Lyon used to be and how grown up and well behaved he is now! (Mostly)
We had cute 4 month old Maisie stay on Saturday night while the Thompsons were wedding partying it up. She reminded us of how Lyon used to be and how grown up and well behaved he is now! (Mostly)
Lyon: 2 years and 10 months
27 February 2014
Hi Guys. Wanna play?
Hi Guys. Wanna play?
Lyon: 2 years and 10 months
27 February 2014
Playing with our new lounge LED lightbulbs with an iPhone App to change the colours. Psychedelic fun, dude!
Playing with our new lounge LED lightbulbs with an iPhone App to change the colours. Psychedelic fun, dude!
26 February 2014
We finally have some juicy edible tomatoes! So sweet.
We finally have some juicy edible tomatoes! So sweet.
Olive: 2 years
23 February 2014
We dropped Olive at Nan and Grandads for our first child free night! We had a lovely 3 course meal and a sleep at the White Swan in Greytown. Thanks Nan and Grandad!
We dropped Olive at Nan and Grandads for our first child free night! We had a lovely 3 course meal and a sleep at the White Swan in Greytown. Thanks Nan and Grandad!
Olive: 2 years
22 February 2014
Today we met the cute and tiny Orson McMillan! Congratulations Jess and Marcus.
Today we met the cute and tiny Orson McMillan! Congratulations Jess and Marcus.
21 February 2014
Moving on up! Bye bye Toyota putty pitz of 20 years, even learnt to drive in you. Hello Mazda pristine pitz. Big day, automatic gears, remote central locking, Bluetooth, electric & tinted windows, air conditioning the list goes on as does our excitement. It feels like we have been trapped in a car time warp.
Moving on up! Bye bye Toyota putty pitz of 20 years, even learnt to drive in you. Hello Mazda pristine pitz. Big day, automatic gears, remote central locking, Bluetooth, electric & tinted windows, air conditioning the list goes on as does our excitement. It feels like we have been trapped in a car time warp.
20 February 2014
Cup of tea and a snooze?
Cup of tea and a snooze?
Olive: 2 years
20 February 2014
BIG mamma daddy cucumber - ripe for the picking.
BIG mamma daddy cucumber - ripe for the picking.
20 February 2014
On the hottest day of the year to date, Daddy took Lyon on a jaunt to the top of Makara Peak and back. This resulted in a rather hot dog.
On the hottest day of the year to date, Daddy took Lyon on a jaunt to the top of Makara Peak and back. This resulted in a rather hot dog.
Lyon: 2 years and 9 months
20 February 2014
Fun in khandallah pool with Poppy & Nat. Olive was very confident this time in fact so keen to get in she climbed in before I had time to get her togs on, dress and shoes!. Loved being pushed around on a floaty and then the ring was a big hit.
Fun in khandallah pool with Poppy & Nat. Olive was very confident this time in fact so keen to get in she climbed in before I had time to get her togs on, dress and shoes!. Loved being pushed around on a floaty and then the ring was a big hit.
Olive: 2 years
20 February 2014
A crazy warm foggy morning. The spider webs looked amazing with the dew, olive was interested for a second and then back to find her queen! She found 'another one!' to make 5 pairs with her memory cards.
A crazy warm foggy morning. The spider webs looked amazing with the dew, olive was interested for a second and then back to find her queen! She found 'another one!' to make 5 pairs with her memory cards.
Olive: 2 years
18 February 2014
Bubbachinno music today with Nat & poppy and leece, Louis & Rico. Great setup with fluffy's and choc fish after followed by toys! Coffees for the mums too! Lovely seeing more of the girls too.
Bubbachinno music today with Nat & poppy and leece, Louis & Rico. Great setup with fluffy's and choc fish after followed by toys! Coffees for the mums too! Lovely seeing more of the girls too.
Olive: 2 years
18 February 2014
The tomatoes are finally changing colour! Soon we will be inundated by juicy morsels. Baby chillies and beans have arrived too!
The tomatoes are finally changing colour! Soon we will be inundated by juicy morsels. Baby chillies and beans have arrived too!
17 February 2014
Pixel peekaboo.
Pixel peekaboo.
Olive: 2 years
Iris: -4 months and 2 days
17 February 2014
My office nook is slowing taking shape. Lights? Wallpaper? Shelves? Desk? Still a wee way to go! Olive enjoyed 'working' in mama's chair.
My office nook is slowing taking shape. Lights? Wallpaper? Shelves? Desk? Still a wee way to go! Olive enjoyed 'working' in mama's chair.
17 February 2014
The sun is back! My big two year old all painted black and blue after fun in the water and sun at Playcentre. Painting animals and mixing paint and water was fun. The backpack is a huge hit too.
The sun is back! My big two year old all painted black and blue after fun in the water and sun at Playcentre. Painting animals and mixing paint and water was fun. The backpack is a huge hit too.
Olive: 2 years
16 February 2014
The old magical hands are back. Bring me my bike!
The old magical hands are back. Bring me my bike!
Olive: 2 years
15 February 2014
And finishing with a fun BBQ with BFF Anthony. These two trouble makers are getting along so well.
And finishing with a fun BBQ with BFF Anthony. These two trouble makers are getting along so well.
Olive: 2 years
15 February 2014
Followed by presents and awesome cake made by mamma back at home.
Followed by presents and awesome cake made by mamma back at home.
Olive: 2 years
15 February 2014
Our baby is two! A fun second birthday for Olive with a family brunch (and bumped into Kate with Gray and Lucy) at the great Chocolate Fish cafe followed by ...
Our baby is two! A fun second birthday for Olive with a family brunch (and bumped into Kate with Gray and Lucy) at the great Chocolate Fish cafe followed by ...
Olive: 2 years
14 February 2014
8am the birthday cake baking begins. Olive was into every part of it, mixing, messing and sweeping. The pressure mounts.
8am the birthday cake baking begins. Olive was into every part of it, mixing, messing and sweeping. The pressure mounts.
Olive: 1 year and 11 months
13 February 2014
We get to meet Poppy from the UK! Olive is a giant in comparison but a gentle one! Poppy was very smilie and looks like Marcus.
We get to meet Poppy from the UK! Olive is a giant in comparison but a gentle one! Poppy was very smilie and looks like Marcus.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 29 days
09 February 2014
Olive loved the balloon play with Anthony and dessert at Lucy's first birthday. Olive and the three boys (Zac, Harry, Anthony) played nicely in Zac's room until Olive decided throwing is great fun. Who said girls can't throw?...
Olive loved the balloon play with Anthony and dessert at Lucy's first birthday. Olive and the three boys (Zac, Harry, Anthony) played nicely in Zac's room until Olive decided throwing is great fun. Who said girls can't throw?...
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 25 days
09 February 2014
Swimming lessons have started at Karori pool! Olive will be diving for coins in no time.
Swimming lessons have started at Karori pool! Olive will be diving for coins in no time.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 25 days
06 February 2014
Yummy milkshake at the new cafe opposite the dog beach in Lyall Bay - Spruce Goose. Have to have brunch next time!
Yummy milkshake at the new cafe opposite the dog beach in Lyall Bay - Spruce Goose. Have to have brunch next time!
05 February 2014
First time sitting down in the bath for months! Cup feet did the trick.
First time sitting down in the bath for months! Cup feet did the trick.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 21 days
03 February 2014
The paddling pool has been a huge success this summer. As has the slide (with Lyons bed as a landing pad) olive asks for the sandpit lid to be lifted daily too.
The paddling pool has been a huge success this summer. As has the slide (with Lyons bed as a landing pad) olive asks for the sandpit lid to be lifted daily too.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 19 days
03 February 2014
The thumbs up from Pixel saying everything is A-O-K at the 20 week scan. Hard to believe we are halfway there already!
The thumbs up from Pixel saying everything is A-O-K at the 20 week scan. Hard to believe we are halfway there already!
Iris: -4 months and 16 days
02 February 2014
It's a dogs life.
It's a dogs life.
Lyon: 2 years and 9 months
02 February 2014
Train rides and train cake at Zachs 3 rd birthday picnic at Aotea Lagoon. Great place for the kids.
Train rides and train cake at Zachs 3 rd birthday picnic at Aotea Lagoon. Great place for the kids.
02 February 2014
The pavers are mostly down on our little vege garden hideaway.
The pavers are mostly down on our little vege garden hideaway.
31 January 2014
"Olive, smile!" we were surprised she even knew what it meant!
"Olive, smile!" we were surprised she even knew what it meant!
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 16 days
31 January 2014
Monster Feet!
Monster Feet!
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 16 days
31 January 2014
What a shock it was to see a park from my past with large trees that never existed then! Getting old. After nap time Olive's language was so clear. She said "nice to sit outside and read" and then I found her 'reading'.
What a shock it was to see a park from my past with large trees that never existed then! Getting old. After nap time Olive's language was so clear. She said "nice to sit outside and read" and then I found her 'reading'.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 16 days
31 January 2014
We have been giving "Olive a fright" a lot lately. Hide and Seek has been great evening fun with Daddy hiding and Olive, Mama and Lyon going to find him (Lyon usually gives it away first) and then Daddy gives Olive a fun fright by jumping out when she has found him. The simple things are so much fun.
We have been giving "Olive a fright" a lot lately. Hide and Seek has been great evening fun with Daddy hiding and Olive, Mama and Lyon going to find him (Lyon usually gives it away first) and then Daddy gives Olive a fun fright by jumping out when she has found him. The simple things are so much fun.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 16 days
28 January 2014
High space chair is kind of working, so olive can climb up on her own. Still wants to sit on our chairs though. Clip on highchair is in the past now.
High space chair is kind of working, so olive can climb up on her own. Still wants to sit on our chairs though. Clip on highchair is in the past now.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 13 days
28 January 2014
Enjoying our pebble vege paradise. Sugar snap peas are doing really well, radishes are too. Potatoes & corn have got so high it's a jungle in there for olive! Olive has taken to helping herself to the peas, as the raspberries are all but exhausted.
Enjoying our pebble vege paradise. Sugar snap peas are doing really well, radishes are too. Potatoes & corn have got so high it's a jungle in there for olive! Olive has taken to helping herself to the peas, as the raspberries are all but exhausted.
28 January 2014
We finally got to story time at te papa with Isabelle & Bec and Felix, Ruby & Bec. Olive sat for about 2 secs and found lots of soft toys to befriend. We got them sitting all together on the small nature walk outside.
We finally got to story time at te papa with Isabelle & Bec and Felix, Ruby & Bec. Olive sat for about 2 secs and found lots of soft toys to befriend. We got them sitting all together on the small nature walk outside.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 13 days
26 January 2014
Hydrangea's are just looking so pretty at the moment. There seems to be some really old plants on our section which is great. This one has finally flowered a bit more since Tom trimmed some overgrown trees above.
Hydrangea's are just looking so pretty at the moment. There seems to be some really old plants on our section which is great. This one has finally flowered a bit more since Tom trimmed some overgrown trees above.
26 January 2014
Before the rain set in, we set off for the usual Lyon bush walk with Olive's statement "a nice blue day" blue being the answer for every question at moment. Olive managed a small part of the walk with her collection of pine cones which she had to defend from fur brother Lyon (who loves them).
Before the rain set in, we set off for the usual Lyon bush walk with Olive's statement "a nice blue day" blue being the answer for every question at moment. Olive managed a small part of the walk with her collection of pine cones which she had to defend from fur brother Lyon (who loves them).
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 11 days
Lyon: 2 years and 8 months
26 January 2014
Not very often you get to take advantage of a passer by to take your photo while on a bush walk.
Not very often you get to take advantage of a passer by to take your photo while on a bush walk.
25 January 2014
BBQ fun at Nige and Lana's where the kids had a blast together. Almost no adult supervision required for this dynamic duo.
BBQ fun at Nige and Lana's where the kids had a blast together. Almost no adult supervision required for this dynamic duo.
25 January 2014
Trying to decide what material to have on the steps leading up to the vege garden and surrounding the vege garden.
Trying to decide what material to have on the steps leading up to the vege garden and surrounding the vege garden.
25 January 2014
A tranquil warm morning on petone beach. Left with pockets full of shells and stones. Lyon got a good swim in too. Mitre 10 next stop for pavers!
A tranquil warm morning on petone beach. Left with pockets full of shells and stones. Lyon got a good swim in too. Mitre 10 next stop for pavers!
Lyon: 2 years and 8 months
24 January 2014
A lovely sunny Friday evening, so we met daddy in the botanicals for our traditional takeaways Friday.
A lovely sunny Friday evening, so we met daddy in the botanicals for our traditional takeaways Friday.
24 January 2014
No tantrums leaving the pool today, olive will do anything for a suckie yoghurt. Lovely catching up with Julia, and her boys, Vincent was somewhat braver in the water than olive, she just enjoyed being a lady of leisure on the floaty board! Hmm swimming lessons should be interesting with these two!
No tantrums leaving the pool today, olive will do anything for a suckie yoghurt. Lovely catching up with Julia, and her boys, Vincent was somewhat braver in the water than olive, she just enjoyed being a lady of leisure on the floaty board! Hmm swimming lessons should be interesting with these two!
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 9 days
23 January 2014
After a busy morning, olive strangely woke after 40mins to then fall asleep on mama! It has been a long time! We think two year old molars are to blame with strange naps all week. Plus I saw huge white bumps at the back if her mouth! Let the teething be over.
After a busy morning, olive strangely woke after 40mins to then fall asleep on mama! It has been a long time! We think two year old molars are to blame with strange naps all week. Plus I saw huge white bumps at the back if her mouth! Let the teething be over.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 8 days
23 January 2014
Lisa and I braved the circular track into Wilton bush with Rico, Louis, Olive and her soft toy cat(huge as it deserves a mention). They did so well! And we had some yummy lamingtons in the park. Lots of lovely tracks and dog friendly, we will be coming back!
Lisa and I braved the circular track into Wilton bush with Rico, Louis, Olive and her soft toy cat(huge as it deserves a mention). They did so well! And we had some yummy lamingtons in the park. Lots of lovely tracks and dog friendly, we will be coming back!
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 8 days
21 January 2014
Olive still says ‘No’ to most questions even when she means yes. A recent conversation about her sibling and our visit to the midwife.
Olive still says ‘No’ to most questions even when she means yes. A recent conversation about her sibling and our visit to the midwife.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 6 days
19 January 2014
After months of shaking her head when I came near her hair with a clip or bobble, olive finally let me put a bobble in! And what a cute curly one to boot.
After months of shaking her head when I came near her hair with a clip or bobble, olive finally let me put a bobble in! And what a cute curly one to boot.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 4 days
19 January 2014
Brunch at the Pecks to celebrate Granny's 65th! These kids are just getting on better and better.
Brunch at the Pecks to celebrate Granny's 65th! These kids are just getting on better and better.
18 January 2014
The Prosser's join us for a BBQ after Dave plasters our walls. Violet teachers Olive a new way to traverse the slide!
The Prosser's join us for a BBQ after Dave plasters our walls. Violet teachers Olive a new way to traverse the slide!
17 January 2014
We popped over to meet baby Ruby and a play date with Felix, which they got along really well. Olive finished with a huge tantrum at home time when she had to leave the police car. Biggest one yet.
We popped over to meet baby Ruby and a play date with Felix, which they got along really well. Olive finished with a huge tantrum at home time when she had to leave the police car. Biggest one yet.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 2 days
16 January 2014
Olive has taken to biking indoors and outdoors in circles and even up the stairs.
Olive has taken to biking indoors and outdoors in circles and even up the stairs.
Olive: 1 year, 11 months and 1 day
15 January 2014
Lyon our hero, came to save the day when mama screamed like a girl as a large spider ran across our sandpit masterpiece!
Lyon our hero, came to save the day when mama screamed like a girl as a large spider ran across our sandpit masterpiece!
Lyon: 2 years and 8 months
14 January 2014
A sail on a flutter board with as many toys as Olive could carry at khandallah pool, brings back lots of great memories at this pool as a kid. Such a beautiful setting, best pool in Wellie! Lucas and Jo joined us for some toe dipping too.
A sail on a flutter board with as many toys as Olive could carry at khandallah pool, brings back lots of great memories at this pool as a kid. Such a beautiful setting, best pool in Wellie! Lucas and Jo joined us for some toe dipping too.
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 30 days
13 January 2014
Olive finally shows an interest in building towers instead of just destroying them. Record so far: 9 blocks!
Olive finally shows an interest in building towers instead of just destroying them. Record so far: 9 blocks!
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 29 days
13 January 2014
Trying out the nearly completed top tier seat. Room for the whole family!
Trying out the nearly completed top tier seat. Room for the whole family!
12 January 2014
Olive biked all the way to the neighbours plum tree for a spot of picking for jam!
Olive biked all the way to the neighbours plum tree for a spot of picking for jam!
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 28 days
12 January 2014
Tom was in need of some RnR building style after two weeks away from the backyard. Third planter nearly complete with a seat to boot!
Tom was in need of some RnR building style after two weeks away from the backyard. Third planter nearly complete with a seat to boot!
12 January 2014
Popped in to see Anthony for brunch. We were going to check out the trains in Silverstream but will save it for another day!
Popped in to see Anthony for brunch. We were going to check out the trains in Silverstream but will save it for another day!
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 28 days
11 January 2014
We have a purple Cauliflower! Geeze it takes a long time for them to heart up. The rest haven't yet so hopefully they will one at a time.
We have a purple Cauliflower! Geeze it takes a long time for them to heart up. The rest haven't yet so hopefully they will one at a time.
10 January 2014
We meet cute little Maisie and the chickens at the Thompsons.
We meet cute little Maisie and the chickens at the Thompsons.
10 January 2014
Lyon sat waiting in the car for about an hour before we left Taupo. He hasn't been home for over two weeks!
Lyon sat waiting in the car for about an hour before we left Taupo. He hasn't been home for over two weeks!
Lyon: 2 years and 8 months
09 January 2014
Relaxing on the new deck as it's being built. Hanging with the peck grandparents.
Relaxing on the new deck as it's being built. Hanging with the peck grandparents.
09 January 2014
Duck and swan feeding on a walk to Taupo town.
Duck and swan feeding on a walk to Taupo town.
09 January 2014
Olive is a little unsure of Daddy's old favourite Blackie
Olive is a little unsure of Daddy's old favourite Blackie
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 25 days
07 January 2014
A fun morning spent at Taupo AC baths.
A fun morning spent at Taupo AC baths.
07 January 2014
Relaxing in Taupo. Olive loves following around big cousin Alex. They are playing really well together, mainly the chasing game and holding hands.
Relaxing in Taupo. Olive loves following around big cousin Alex. They are playing really well together, mainly the chasing game and holding hands.
06 January 2014
Fun in Taupo with the Prossers and the Peck grandparents.
Fun in Taupo with the Prossers and the Peck grandparents.
06 January 2014
Fun at the lakeside. Dog swim, kite flying and cousin chasing.
Fun at the lakeside. Dog swim, kite flying and cousin chasing.
04 January 2014
Inspecting the vege garden after a week away. Everything growing nicely! Snow peas have appeared. Potatoes have sprouted.
Inspecting the vege garden after a week away. Everything growing nicely! Snow peas have appeared. Potatoes have sprouted.
02 January 2014
Olive finally got to see an ‘Et De’ elephant! And a baby elephant too at Melbourne zoo. Olive with her boy cousins riding the stone elephant!
Olive finally got to see an ‘Et De’ elephant! And a baby elephant too at Melbourne zoo. Olive with her boy cousins riding the stone elephant!
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 18 days
29 December 2013
Paul and Lauren get married! What a wonderful day. More to come soon!
Paul and Lauren get married! What a wonderful day. More to come soon!
29 December 2013
Enjoying inner city living in our Melbourne holiday apartment. Perfect position to walk anywhere and Olive loved watching the trams, taxis and people go by.
Enjoying inner city living in our Melbourne holiday apartment. Perfect position to walk anywhere and Olive loved watching the trams, taxis and people go by.
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 14 days
28 December 2013
Olive meets cousin Milla!
Olive meets cousin Milla!
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 13 days
27 December 2013
Pretty excited to get on the plane to Melbourne!
Pretty excited to get on the plane to Melbourne!
26 December 2013
Fun with new toys on a sleepy Boxing Day morning.
Fun with new toys on a sleepy Boxing Day morning.
26 December 2013
A chilled out Boxing Day spent slurping up 'noo noos' and last minute shopping before Tiff and Jamie's wedding BBQ and our holiday begins!
A chilled out Boxing Day spent slurping up 'noo noos' and last minute shopping before Tiff and Jamie's wedding BBQ and our holiday begins!
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 11 days
25 December 2013
Christmas evening feast at the Grandparent Pecks. A delicious array of food, presents and fun company. Olive loved playing with Alex and Voilet. So much so that all the excitement made her not play ball at bed time, so we ended up driving home instead of staying for the slumber party. Next time!
Christmas evening feast at the Grandparent Pecks. A delicious array of food, presents and fun company. Olive loved playing with Alex and Voilet. So much so that all the excitement made her not play ball at bed time, so we ended up driving home instead of staying for the slumber party. Next time!
25 December 2013
Wellington transformed overnight and produced a stunning Christmas Day for our Grandparents brunch. Olive loved the attention and the new toys.
Wellington transformed overnight and produced a stunning Christmas Day for our Grandparents brunch. Olive loved the attention and the new toys.
25 December 2013
We started Christmas morning with.... Porridge! Before the Spanish omelette brunch with the grandparents. Olive has become a lot better sitting on a normal chair these days.
We started Christmas morning with.... Porridge! Before the Spanish omelette brunch with the grandparents. Olive has become a lot better sitting on a normal chair these days.
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 10 days
24 December 2013
Dresses
Dresses
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 9 days
22 December 2013
Christmas party time at the Foo's! Olive was a little dubious of the Marcus Santa. Fun times had by all.
Christmas party time at the Foo's! Olive was a little dubious of the Marcus Santa. Fun times had by all.
21 December 2013
Olive shows her evil side.
Olive shows her evil side.
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 6 days
21 December 2013
The early vegetables of our labour. 3 week old radishes.
The early vegetables of our labour. 3 week old radishes.
20 December 2013
A pre Christmas morning tea in the botanical gardens with antenatal. Nearly all two!
A pre Christmas morning tea in the botanical gardens with antenatal. Nearly all two!
Olive: 1 year, 10 months and 5 days
19 December 2013
Molehill Christmas Lunch at prefab. Tasty. Olive decided to enjoy her packed lunch instead of the chips and pizza on offer.
Molehill Christmas Lunch at prefab. Tasty. Olive decided to enjoy her packed lunch instead of the chips and pizza on offer.
15 December 2013
Another speed purchase at mitre 10 with mama's Christmas present! Picked up a baby olive at a bargin price too.
Another speed purchase at mitre 10 with mama's Christmas present! Picked up a baby olive at a bargin price too.
14 December 2013
Took a little family bush walk up the back of Karori park. It's nice to have these places so close to home.
Took a little family bush walk up the back of Karori park. It's nice to have these places so close to home.
13 December 2013
Dinner with the grandparents while daddy has Christmas drinks.
Dinner with the grandparents while daddy has Christmas drinks.
10 December 2013
We were joined by the Thompsons for lunch in the sun. The kids had fun chasing Lyon and then hanging in his crate. Olive was so excited she decided not to nap today.
We were joined by the Thompsons for lunch in the sun. The kids had fun chasing Lyon and then hanging in his crate. Olive was so excited she decided not to nap today.
Lyon: 2 years and 7 months
07 December 2013
Geeze the nights have been hot! 22 degrees in Olives room most evenings. So naturally you start thinking things should be growing in the garden. My first raspberry! So proud take that $6 punnets at the supermarket. Apples are plentiful too, might need to clip off a few!
Geeze the nights have been hot! 22 degrees in Olives room most evenings. So naturally you start thinking things should be growing in the garden. My first raspberry! So proud take that $6 punnets at the supermarket. Apples are plentiful too, might need to clip off a few!
06 December 2013
12 week Pixel scan. Everything looks in order. Two hands, two feet, beating heart! June 16th eta!
12 week Pixel scan. Everything looks in order. Two hands, two feet, beating heart! June 16th eta!
Iris: -6 months and 13 days
05 December 2013
Had a lovely day celebrating Gini's birthday. Starting with brunch at a cafe and finishing with dinner and cake at Nan and Grandads.
Had a lovely day celebrating Gini's birthday. Starting with brunch at a cafe and finishing with dinner and cake at Nan and Grandads.
05 December 2013
Olive was her usual bossy boots telling daddy sit here, and he had to sit exactly where she pointed. Loved the fort, mainly the building with daddy.
Olive was her usual bossy boots telling daddy sit here, and he had to sit exactly where she pointed. Loved the fort, mainly the building with daddy.
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 20 days
05 December 2013
Another toy library success. A box of tubes and magnetic joiners “balls”, with clips and stuff. Lots of fun for Dad. Olive also enjoys it.
Another toy library success. A box of tubes and magnetic joiners “balls”, with clips and stuff. Lots of fun for Dad. Olive also enjoys it.
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 20 days
03 December 2013
Olive and Lucas enjoyed another lovely day with water and having lunch together. Lucas could teach Olive a few things about eating and sitting at the table!
Olive and Lucas enjoyed another lovely day with water and having lunch together. Lucas could teach Olive a few things about eating and sitting at the table!
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 18 days
03 December 2013
The Mooj Tooj is awake!
The Mooj Tooj is awake!
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 18 days
03 December 2013
The seedlings have sprouted. Radishes and Carrots, Basil and Coriander. Exciting!
The seedlings have sprouted. Radishes and Carrots, Basil and Coriander. Exciting!
02 December 2013
Olive was a busy wee bee at Playcentre. Got into the glue and sticking everything to it. Finding animals buried in the sandpit and the tyre swing even got a go with olive, only when all the big kids got off.
Olive was a busy wee bee at Playcentre. Got into the glue and sticking everything to it. Finding animals buried in the sandpit and the tyre swing even got a go with olive, only when all the big kids got off.
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 17 days
01 December 2013
A lovely sunny Sunday to enjoy a wander around the food stalls, eat dumplings and wash it down with a chocolate gelato milkshake with Oli. She loved running along the water front and of course the milkshake but only with a straw.
A lovely sunny Sunday to enjoy a wander around the food stalls, eat dumplings and wash it down with a chocolate gelato milkshake with Oli. She loved running along the water front and of course the milkshake but only with a straw.
29 November 2013
Broc broc! It has finally got heads! Baby broc as Olive explained to me.
Broc broc! It has finally got heads! Baby broc as Olive explained to me.
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 14 days
28 November 2013
Daddy day. Swimming at the pool then hanging with the cousins at Poppa and Granny's.
Daddy day. Swimming at the pool then hanging with the cousins at Poppa and Granny's.
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 13 days
27 November 2013
Nothing like a game of ball just before bed, Lyon enjoyed getting in on the action too.
Nothing like a game of ball just before bed, Lyon enjoyed getting in on the action too.
27 November 2013
Look who's got new sunnies!
Look who's got new sunnies!
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 12 days
26 November 2013
Shoe fetish contines..
Shoe fetish contines..
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 11 days
25 November 2013
We went to the zoo with Playcentre. Which Olive just loved. She could say all the animals she met, and really liked the tiger, who came up close for food and if course the giraffes.
We went to the zoo with Playcentre. Which Olive just loved. She could say all the animals she met, and really liked the tiger, who came up close for food and if course the giraffes.
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 10 days
23 November 2013
The BBQ season is officially open. Turner Grandparents join us for a tasty BBQ at the end of a very hot day.
The BBQ season is officially open. Turner Grandparents join us for a tasty BBQ at the end of a very hot day.
23 November 2013
31 degrees, so hot so sand and paddling pool was a success, mostly with Lyon drinking from it and daddy sitting in it after a long run. My achievement was eating a bacon sandwich.
31 degrees, so hot so sand and paddling pool was a success, mostly with Lyon drinking from it and daddy sitting in it after a long run. My achievement was eating a bacon sandwich.
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 8 days
23 November 2013
We enjoyed the sun and getting our feet wet at the beach followed by sneaky milkshakes and muffins. 31 degrees today!
We enjoyed the sun and getting our feet wet at the beach followed by sneaky milkshakes and muffins. 31 degrees today!
21 November 2013
Chipmunks at the pool.
Chipmunks at the pool.
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 6 days
18 November 2013
Daddy, close the door!
Daddy, close the door!
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 3 days
17 November 2013
We have vegetables! And a semi working sprinkler system. Sweet corn, tomatoes, rhubarb, eggplant, courgette, cucumber, chillis, sugar snap peas so far. A bit of an experiment this year.
We have vegetables! And a semi working sprinkler system. Sweet corn, tomatoes, rhubarb, eggplant, courgette, cucumber, chillis, sugar snap peas so far. A bit of an experiment this year.
16 November 2013
Never a dull moment baking with Olive.
Never a dull moment baking with Olive.
Olive: 1 year, 9 months and 1 day
16 November 2013
Our top tier vege box is finally nearing completion. Just need some more soil and it's planting time!
Our top tier vege box is finally nearing completion. Just need some more soil and it's planting time!
14 November 2013
It took duck with a bib to get Olive into her chair for breakfast.
It took duck with a bib to get Olive into her chair for breakfast.
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 30 days
13 November 2013
For the past week, olive has used daddy as a human chair. Flat out refusing to sit in her highchair. On a more positive note pasta: lasagna is back on our menu! Hooray!
For the past week, olive has used daddy as a human chair. Flat out refusing to sit in her highchair. On a more positive note pasta: lasagna is back on our menu! Hooray!
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 29 days
12 November 2013
My dark purple iris has finally come through, 4 more to come hopefully! The light purple and white ones have finished.
My dark purple iris has finally come through, 4 more to come hopefully! The light purple and white ones have finished.
10 November 2013
Some fun in the sun for Liam first birthday. Olive loved the baby chicks and the goose! The icing was a hot too.
Some fun in the sun for Liam first birthday. Olive loved the baby chicks and the goose! The icing was a hot too.
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 26 days
09 November 2013
Olive helps as the vege box takes shape.
Olive helps as the vege box takes shape.
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 25 days
08 November 2013
I checked out our grafted apple tree and she had plenty of flowers -yay! We have had her nearly a year, must feed her for fruit! As for my raspberry, I thought they lived in 2 year cycles so she surprised me with lots of new growth.
I checked out our grafted apple tree and she had plenty of flowers -yay! We have had her nearly a year, must feed her for fruit! As for my raspberry, I thought they lived in 2 year cycles so she surprised me with lots of new growth.
08 November 2013
This deserves a mention. A year ago I planted some grannies bonnets as they like semi shade. No flowers when spring & summer passed but a year on and they have grown up to 70cm and flowering! Finally! Lucky I kept them.
This deserves a mention. A year ago I planted some grannies bonnets as they like semi shade. No flowers when spring & summer passed but a year on and they have grown up to 70cm and flowering! Finally! Lucky I kept them.
05 November 2013
8 week scan! It looks like a ghost baby. We will name it Pixel.
8 week scan! It looks like a ghost baby. We will name it Pixel.
Iris: -7 months and 14 days
03 November 2013
Yummy dinner at the Pecks to celebrate Jen’s birthday.
Yummy dinner at the Pecks to celebrate Jen’s birthday.
03 November 2013
Birthday dinner for Grandad followed by a lovely brunch at the Chocolate Fish cafe - which is so cool for kids. We had a teary farewell to Lauren, Ali and Lachlan - it’s been great fun having you guys in town!
Birthday dinner for Grandad followed by a lovely brunch at the Chocolate Fish cafe - which is so cool for kids. We had a teary farewell to Lauren, Ali and Lachlan - it’s been great fun having you guys in town!
02 November 2013
Nice morning for a walk up Makara Peak.
Nice morning for a walk up Makara Peak.
31 October 2013
A busy morning checking out Te papa with Ali and Flex. Lucky girl has two big boys to look after her!
A busy morning checking out Te papa with Ali and Flex. Lucky girl has two big boys to look after her!
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 16 days
29 October 2013
Olive was very pleased to see 'eyon' Thanks peck grandparents!
Olive was very pleased to see 'eyon' Thanks peck grandparents!
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 14 days
Lyon: 2 years and 6 months
29 October 2013
Fun with the auzzie cousins at the botanical gardens. We enjoyed feeding the ducks and there were a few more ducklings too.
Fun with the auzzie cousins at the botanical gardens. We enjoyed feeding the ducks and there were a few more ducklings too.
26 October 2013
Bath and story time with the cuzzies who stayed for a sleep over!
Bath and story time with the cuzzies who stayed for a sleep over!
26 October 2013
With our house guests and a gorgeous blue sky morning and no buggies we headed to our park for some playground action and a mini cafe picnic on the grass.
With our house guests and a gorgeous blue sky morning and no buggies we headed to our park for some playground action and a mini cafe picnic on the grass.
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 11 days
23 October 2013
Partners in crime. Olive and Lachlan.
Partners in crime. Olive and Lachlan.
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 8 days
22 October 2013
Fish and Chips and Bubbles at a picturesque park near the timeshare.
Fish and Chips and Bubbles at a picturesque park near the timeshare.
22 October 2013
So sleepy. A pretty good week of sleeping at Wanaka.
So sleepy. A pretty good week of sleeping at Wanaka.
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 7 days
22 October 2013
Throwing stones after a lovely walk at Lake Wanaka.
Throwing stones after a lovely walk at Lake Wanaka.
21 October 2013
Not a bad spot for a round of golf with Paul, Ali and Robin.
Not a bad spot for a round of golf with Paul, Ali and Robin.
19 October 2013
Crawling with Lockie, hand prints with Ali at the start of our week in Wanaka.
Crawling with Lockie, hand prints with Ali at the start of our week in Wanaka.
18 October 2013
Once Olive gets into a groove, she won't stop! she emptied most of her toy box into her cot and to keep the momentum going she kept spinning!=
Once Olive gets into a groove, she won't stop! she emptied most of her toy box into her cot and to keep the momentum going she kept spinning!=
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 3 days
17 October 2013
This has been happening more and more lately. Olive wanting to play games like 'chase' around the coffee table 'horse' ride on mummy's back (not a popular choice by mummy) and 'ball' with 'eyon' (it has taken Olive a very long time to use Lyon's name) We can see how much fun these two are going to have. Just need to work on Lyon listening to Olive!
This has been happening more and more lately. Olive wanting to play games like 'chase' around the coffee table 'horse' ride on mummy's back (not a popular choice by mummy) and 'ball' with 'eyon' (it has taken Olive a very long time to use Lyon's name) We can see how much fun these two are going to have. Just need to work on Lyon listening to Olive!
Olive: 1 year, 8 months and 2 days
Lyon: 2 years and 5 months
15 October 2013
A possible suitor for our Oli. They had a lovely play date with lots of smiles while mums talked business.
A possible suitor for our Oli. They had a lovely play date with lots of smiles while mums talked business.
Olive: 1 year and 8 months
14 October 2013
We survived our first rostered day at Playcentre. Olive was a champ, very busy off trying all sorts. Got really into painting trains and making paint tracks, stamping playdoh and sat for the whole morning tea. We were exhausted come 12.30. Big nap to boot! Great morning Oli.
We survived our first rostered day at Playcentre. Olive was a champ, very busy off trying all sorts. Got really into painting trains and making paint tracks, stamping playdoh and sat for the whole morning tea. We were exhausted come 12.30. Big nap to boot! Great morning Oli.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 29 days
13 October 2013
We came home to a new gibbed wall and a study nook! Very exciting. There was still a special olive size door available for doing house circuits. Just. Great job Prosser/pecks boys.
We came home to a new gibbed wall and a study nook! Very exciting. There was still a special olive size door available for doing house circuits. Just. Great job Prosser/pecks boys.
13 October 2013
And what's behind door number two?
And what's behind door number two?
12 October 2013
Lyons bucket bath turned into bucket play with playmobile. It brings back summer memories of warmer weather, bring on summer!
Lyons bucket bath turned into bucket play with playmobile. It brings back summer memories of warmer weather, bring on summer!
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 27 days
10 October 2013
Olive helps to measure up where the vege boxes are to be built on the top tier.
Olive helps to measure up where the vege boxes are to be built on the top tier.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 25 days
10 October 2013
A rather windy walk around makara to let Lyon run wild in the tussocks to get sticks.
A rather windy walk around makara to let Lyon run wild in the tussocks to get sticks.
Lyon: 2 years and 5 months
09 October 2013
An array of football skills present here.
An array of football skills present here.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 24 days
06 October 2013
Bubbles beer and fish and chips with Aunty Jenny and Colin over from Sydney.
Bubbles beer and fish and chips with Aunty Jenny and Colin over from Sydney.
06 October 2013
This conversation was taken after Uncle Dave had finished for the day (building our study nook). Aunty Jen, Cousin Alex and Violet came for a play too. Olive kept pointing at the wall and saying 'noise, noise' (it was very noisy) and then 'Dave, Dave' she would also point at the timber which held up our wall (which is now gone) and say 'Dave'. 'Tools'. 'Noise'. So now Dave is the noisy one in the family - fits doesn't it.
This conversation was taken after Uncle Dave had finished for the day (building our study nook). Aunty Jen, Cousin Alex and Violet came for a play too. Olive kept pointing at the wall and saying 'noise, noise' (it was very noisy) and then 'Dave, Dave' she would also point at the timber which held up our wall (which is now gone) and say 'Dave'. 'Tools'. 'Noise'. So now Dave is the noisy one in the family - fits doesn't it.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 21 days
06 October 2013
While daddies worked on our double doors, the cousins played. Later that day when it got too noisy we checked out Ben Burns playground. Really great for Olives age and we finally had a sleep on route home with pies for the boys.
While daddies worked on our double doors, the cousins played. Later that day when it got too noisy we checked out Ben Burns playground. Really great for Olives age and we finally had a sleep on route home with pies for the boys.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 21 days
05 October 2013
Tom got stuck into demo day! Got the old walldrobe down and out, in a lot less time than it took me to clear out the contents. Then he cut a 20cm square in the wall and decided he needed a snooze. By the time we got home from our walk in the drizzle one side was gone! What have we done!!! Eek. Good job honey ;-)
Tom got stuck into demo day! Got the old walldrobe down and out, in a lot less time than it took me to clear out the contents. Then he cut a 20cm square in the wall and decided he needed a snooze. By the time we got home from our walk in the drizzle one side was gone! What have we done!!! Eek. Good job honey ;-)
05 October 2013
Olive's counting is really coming along. If we ask what time it is, it is always either six o'clock or four. She always seems to miss five? When asked how many of something it is always two, two, two.
Olive's counting is really coming along. If we ask what time it is, it is always either six o'clock or four. She always seems to miss five? When asked how many of something it is always two, two, two.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 20 days
04 October 2013
Olive's latest obsession. 'Beeee' 'help' so we tied buzz bee to the handle bar and he just cruzes along with Oli.
Olive's latest obsession. 'Beeee' 'help' so we tied buzz bee to the handle bar and he just cruzes along with Oli.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 19 days
04 October 2013
This step stool has changed our lives. Olive wants to wash her hands as 'step step' is involved. Five o'clock grizzles in the kitchen has turned into 'help' with the flour. Now when I mention baking with mama, olive goes directly to the step stool, 'help' love this help stage, long may it continue. We always have an extra tiny pair of hands with the washing too.
This step stool has changed our lives. Olive wants to wash her hands as 'step step' is involved. Five o'clock grizzles in the kitchen has turned into 'help' with the flour. Now when I mention baking with mama, olive goes directly to the step stool, 'help' love this help stage, long may it continue. We always have an extra tiny pair of hands with the washing too.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 19 days
02 October 2013
Frenchy finds her pocket.
Frenchy finds her pocket.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 17 days
01 October 2013
I needed 4 teddies to keep me company on the way to Nans this morning.
I needed 4 teddies to keep me company on the way to Nans this morning.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 16 days
29 September 2013
Birthday Brunch at the Pecks. French toast stack followed by fruity port and chocolate cake. Yum!
Birthday Brunch at the Pecks. French toast stack followed by fruity port and chocolate cake. Yum!
28 September 2013
Loving the new car slide from the toy library. Wheeee! Boom!
Loving the new car slide from the toy library. Wheeee! Boom!
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 13 days
27 September 2013
Olive has taken to wearing my shoes around the house, not sure why she couldn't wear a pair of my nicer shoes though!
Olive has taken to wearing my shoes around the house, not sure why she couldn't wear a pair of my nicer shoes though!
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 12 days
26 September 2013
Tonight's reading selection as chosen by Olive.
Tonight's reading selection as chosen by Olive.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 11 days
26 September 2013
One pot of tulips flowering, the other two a wee way off!
One pot of tulips flowering, the other two a wee way off!
26 September 2013
Birthday brunch turned into takeaway coffee & scone after Olive insisted on playing with the 'baby' ducklings. We checked out the beautiful but slightly battered tulips and Olive didn't want to leave the frog fountain either when it was time to go.
Birthday brunch turned into takeaway coffee & scone after Olive insisted on playing with the 'baby' ducklings. We checked out the beautiful but slightly battered tulips and Olive didn't want to leave the frog fountain either when it was time to go.
22 September 2013
A lovely weekend away in Martinborough starting with Hamish and Toni's engagement party followed by two nights with the Thompsons. Ben and Olive are now BFF's.
A lovely weekend away in Martinborough starting with Hamish and Toni's engagement party followed by two nights with the Thompsons. Ben and Olive are now BFF's.
22 September 2013
Olive and Ben get into a spot of Football in Martinborough, there sure is some talent there.
Olive and Ben get into a spot of Football in Martinborough, there sure is some talent there.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 7 days
20 September 2013
We visited Jen and Dave in their new abode. The cuzzies had fun playing together before we feasted on McDonalds. Olive was a great fry sharer and stealer.
We visited Jen and Dave in their new abode. The cuzzies had fun playing together before we feasted on McDonalds. Olive was a great fry sharer and stealer.
19 September 2013
Sieve hatted kitchen sorter.
Sieve hatted kitchen sorter.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 4 days
18 September 2013
Our new world collection is growing. Very clever brand marketing. Olive can name all the miniatures and was very focused on piling them all up and pouring them into the tin.
Our new world collection is growing. Very clever brand marketing. Olive can name all the miniatures and was very focused on piling them all up and pouring them into the tin.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 3 days
17 September 2013
Crazy Frenchy.
Crazy Frenchy.
Olive: 1 year, 7 months and 2 days
15 September 2013
Olives first steps on snow. She was a little apprehensive at first. When asked about the snow later she points to her feet and says "wet!".
Olives first steps on snow. She was a little apprehensive at first. When asked about the snow later she points to her feet and says "wet!".
Olive: 1 year and 7 months
15 September 2013
Snow morning! Trying to find some gloves which fit!
Snow morning! Trying to find some gloves which fit!
14 September 2013
Olive loved following grandad every where this weekend. Mum, dad and Nan didn't get a look in.
Olive loved following grandad every where this weekend. Mum, dad and Nan didn't get a look in.
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 30 days
14 September 2013
Our first dinner out with Olive. It went well and was delicious. Luckily the restaurant owner had a basket of toys to keep her amused.
Our first dinner out with Olive. It went well and was delicious. Luckily the restaurant owner had a basket of toys to keep her amused.
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 30 days
14 September 2013
Spot Hat Head
Spot Hat Head
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 30 days
14 September 2013
Took a lovely stroll in Ohakune before the weather packed in.
Took a lovely stroll in Ohakune before the weather packed in.
13 September 2013
Had a great weekend in Ohakune. Olive slept well both ways and in her portacot. Makes a huge difference!
Had a great weekend in Ohakune. Olive slept well both ways and in her portacot. Makes a huge difference!
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 29 days
11 September 2013
Day 9 and we have tomatoes popping through. Radish was first followed by beet root and then cucumber.
Day 9 and we have tomatoes popping through. Radish was first followed by beet root and then cucumber.
09 September 2013
A lovely 21 degree day so we were outside playing with bright green water. Got really interested in pouring from one container to another. Loved the sandpit too, is it nearly that time of year? Could summer be around the corner?
A lovely 21 degree day so we were outside playing with bright green water. Got really interested in pouring from one container to another. Loved the sandpit too, is it nearly that time of year? Could summer be around the corner?
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 25 days
08 September 2013
Olive helps
Olive helps
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 24 days
08 September 2013
Enjoyed the sun at the dog beach with popo, granny & myah. Olive found all sorts of pebbles and shells on our wander.
Enjoyed the sun at the dog beach with popo, granny & myah. Olive found all sorts of pebbles and shells on our wander.
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 24 days
07 September 2013
Just the usual up and over walk with the family.
Just the usual up and over walk with the family.
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 23 days
06 September 2013
Gym jam with Ellie and Vincent, they were all sitting and eating for once! Olive then ate everyone's leftovers too.
Gym jam with Ellie and Vincent, they were all sitting and eating for once! Olive then ate everyone's leftovers too.
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 22 days
05 September 2013
The farm is in town. We have tried riding the horse... We love lining them all up... Feeding them is fun and roger loves riding horse too.
The farm is in town. We have tried riding the horse... We love lining them all up... Feeding them is fun and roger loves riding horse too.
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 21 days
05 September 2013
My beautiful magnolia!
My beautiful magnolia!
04 September 2013
Tiptoe, Quickstep
Tiptoe, Quickstep
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 20 days
02 September 2013
Finally my gorgeous magnolia flower has arrived!
Finally my gorgeous magnolia flower has arrived!
02 September 2013
Planting our heritage seeds, not sure which seeds went into which box though!
Planting our heritage seeds, not sure which seeds went into which box though!
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 18 days
01 September 2013
A busy Father's Day starting with a brisk walk up Wrights Hill with Granny and Grandpa, followed by croissants and a Prosser invasion back at home and finishing with Nan and Grandad round for dinner and Olive cuddles!
A busy Father's Day starting with a brisk walk up Wrights Hill with Granny and Grandpa, followed by croissants and a Prosser invasion back at home and finishing with Nan and Grandad round for dinner and Olive cuddles!
30 August 2013
Olive can finish our book sentences with a few of her favourite books, like Rudie Nudie and Hairy Maclary. So all those nights of reading she was listening after all!
Olive can finish our book sentences with a few of her favourite books, like Rudie Nudie and Hairy Maclary. So all those nights of reading she was listening after all!
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 15 days
29 August 2013
"Help, help."
"Help, help."
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 14 days
28 August 2013
Enjoying story time on the new couch (Tom's parents old one) the lounge is coming along slowly. Most of the painting is done though!
Enjoying story time on the new couch (Tom's parents old one) the lounge is coming along slowly. Most of the painting is done though!
26 August 2013
Even though Olive hasn't been very well this past week she still looks after her soft toys. Womble wanted water on a walk, the whale seesaw likes gingerbread men, Lyon has to eat fabric leaves as well. Such a kind and caring wee poppet.
Even though Olive hasn't been very well this past week she still looks after her soft toys. Womble wanted water on a walk, the whale seesaw likes gingerbread men, Lyon has to eat fabric leaves as well. Such a kind and caring wee poppet.
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 11 days
Lyon: 2 years and 3 months
24 August 2013
Lovely walk up Mt Kaukau with the Foo's to try out our new baby backpack. All went well until Lyon embarrassed us by rolling in a cow pat.
Lovely walk up Mt Kaukau with the Foo's to try out our new baby backpack. All went well until Lyon embarrassed us by rolling in a cow pat.
Lyon: 2 years and 3 months
17 August 2013
Fishing for ducks, looking in mirrors, playing cafe, digging for balls at science museum in Melbourne.
Fishing for ducks, looking in mirrors, playing cafe, digging for balls at science museum in Melbourne.
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 2 days
16 August 2013
Our second day in Melbourne and met some furry feathered friends at Collingwood farm. Olive had no fear by going up and patting all the animals and pointing at eyes. Loved the chickens the most.
Our second day in Melbourne and met some furry feathered friends at Collingwood farm. Olive had no fear by going up and patting all the animals and pointing at eyes. Loved the chickens the most.
Olive: 1 year, 6 months and 1 day
15 August 2013
Olive chases Lyon for a change!
Olive chases Lyon for a change!
Olive: 1 year and 6 months
Lyon: 2 years and 3 months
15 August 2013
After the best flight you could ask for (got an extra seat for olive) with an 18month old we arrived in Melbourne to see our cousins. We surprised Ali at play group and had a run in the sun at a park nearby. Olive and baby Lachie played with locks too.
After the best flight you could ask for (got an extra seat for olive) with an 18month old we arrived in Melbourne to see our cousins. We surprised Ali at play group and had a run in the sun at a park nearby. Olive and baby Lachie played with locks too.
Olive: 1 year and 6 months
12 August 2013
Olive's dance moves are getting funky
Olive's dance moves are getting funky
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 28 days
11 August 2013
Olive House - Version 1.0. Thanks Nan and Grandad for the box!
Olive House - Version 1.0. Thanks Nan and Grandad for the box!
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 27 days
09 August 2013
We are back into climbing out the dog/ olive flap. She only came back inside for "pop pop" (popcorn) and then I found her sitting quietly with sidekick Lyon (or scabber) munching on her snack enjoying the great outdoors. I think we have outdoors kid on our hands, every chance she gets, she is out there.
We are back into climbing out the dog/ olive flap. She only came back inside for "pop pop" (popcorn) and then I found her sitting quietly with sidekick Lyon (or scabber) munching on her snack enjoying the great outdoors. I think we have outdoors kid on our hands, every chance she gets, she is out there.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 25 days
Lyon: 2 years and 3 months
08 August 2013
Olive tastes ice cream. Or does she?
Olive tastes ice cream. Or does she?
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 24 days
06 August 2013
What is with the half eaten gingerbread men Olive? Yesterday at play centre was the first time she was happy sitting without mummy for morning tea, so proud.
What is with the half eaten gingerbread men Olive? Yesterday at play centre was the first time she was happy sitting without mummy for morning tea, so proud.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 22 days
06 August 2013
Enjoyed the sunshine at the park. Loved meeting the park cat and wearing in her new shoes by walking all the way to the park. After many failed attempts at the steps leading to the big slide (decided climbing the bank was a much more direct route) followed by "no no no" when mama helped. We slid solo after a few "hands hands" first with mama.
Enjoyed the sunshine at the park. Loved meeting the park cat and wearing in her new shoes by walking all the way to the park. After many failed attempts at the steps leading to the big slide (decided climbing the bank was a much more direct route) followed by "no no no" when mama helped. We slid solo after a few "hands hands" first with mama.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 22 days
05 August 2013
We are starting to wonder if Olive can recognise colours now. She is also saying two when she picks up two things. A genius in our eyes!
We are starting to wonder if Olive can recognise colours now. She is also saying two when she picks up two things. A genius in our eyes!
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 21 days
04 August 2013
A lovely walk along Petone Beach with Granny (deedee) and Grandpa (poppop).
A lovely walk along Petone Beach with Granny (deedee) and Grandpa (poppop).
03 August 2013
Nudie bum up to mischief after sneaking out the dog flap.
Nudie bum up to mischief after sneaking out the dog flap.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 19 days
Lyon: 2 years and 3 months
02 August 2013
It's lucky we have a tolerant dog at the moment.
It's lucky we have a tolerant dog at the moment.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 18 days
Lyon: 2 years and 3 months
01 August 2013
Curtain peekaboo!
Curtain peekaboo!
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 17 days
29 July 2013
Hello, Mooj speaking...
Hello, Mooj speaking...
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 14 days
28 July 2013
Waiting for Grandad to return with dinner.
Waiting for Grandad to return with dinner.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 13 days
28 July 2013
Play date with Anthony.
Play date with Anthony.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 13 days
27 July 2013
Out for a "walk walk" with Bee and Lyon.
Out for a "walk walk" with Bee and Lyon.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 12 days
Lyon: 2 years and 3 months
24 July 2013
A trip to the letterbox with Nan on Nan morning! Second time and she is happy to stay without mum. She is still an anxious wee poppet so we have stopped kids world for this term until we are both happy.
A trip to the letterbox with Nan on Nan morning! Second time and she is happy to stay without mum. She is still an anxious wee poppet so we have stopped kids world for this term until we are both happy.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 9 days
23 July 2013
Baking mini muffins with mum. My little helper.
Baking mini muffins with mum. My little helper.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 8 days
23 July 2013
This seems to be the game if the week. We usually get a big grin once she is standing on the table. Has just conquered the couch. What next?
This seems to be the game if the week. We usually get a big grin once she is standing on the table. Has just conquered the couch. What next?
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 8 days
21 July 2013
Awesome birthday cake at Lucy's first birthday party! It was party, party, party today. Followed by some shaking …
Awesome birthday cake at Lucy's first birthday party! It was party, party, party today. Followed by some shaking …
21 July 2013
Family photo at Violets birthday party.
Family photo at Violets birthday party.
21 July 2013
Olives little cousin Violet turned one! Olive enjoyed all her birthday toys especially the rocking horse (again) after a nap we went to Lucy Harris's birthday party too!
Olives little cousin Violet turned one! Olive enjoyed all her birthday toys especially the rocking horse (again) after a nap we went to Lucy Harris's birthday party too!
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 6 days
21 July 2013
"Pordchir" is a favourite at the moment. So nice to see Olive using her spoon properly. Always have to keep some left in our bowls in case the "more more" happens.
"Pordchir" is a favourite at the moment. So nice to see Olive using her spoon properly. Always have to keep some left in our bowls in case the "more more" happens.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 6 days
19 July 2013
We enjoyed lunch out in the sun on the deck. Love those crisp sunny winter mornings. Olive is such a wriggle bum these days. On and off again within seconds, getting her to sit and eat is still proving impossible!
We enjoyed lunch out in the sun on the deck. Love those crisp sunny winter mornings. Olive is such a wriggle bum these days. On and off again within seconds, getting her to sit and eat is still proving impossible!
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 4 days
18 July 2013
Where's Olive? There she is!
Where's Olive? There she is!
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 3 days
18 July 2013
Olive was quite taken by violets rocking horse, hor hor hor!. She has quite a lot of words now. (Which mum and dad only understand) she gets really excited when she says boy and I go and get her playmobil boy, just so happy that I have understood her. A few half words have developed... Moon, bus but teddy is still the clearest by far.
Olive was quite taken by violets rocking horse, hor hor hor!. She has quite a lot of words now. (Which mum and dad only understand) she gets really excited when she says boy and I go and get her playmobil boy, just so happy that I have understood her. A few half words have developed... Moon, bus but teddy is still the clearest by far.
Olive: 1 year, 5 months and 3 days
16 July 2013
We have a new cousin and niece! Milla Grace arrived yesterday (15th). Well done Graham and Lisa!!! Very exciting.
We have a new cousin and niece! Milla Grace arrived yesterday (15th). Well done Graham and Lisa!!! Very exciting.
14 July 2013
I'm not sure if mama playmobil will ever be quite the same again. She has been moojed.
I'm not sure if mama playmobil will ever be quite the same again. She has been moojed.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 29 days
14 July 2013
Family selfie.
Family selfie.
12 July 2013
Tried everything at gym jam today modeling Nan's new cardi creation!
Tried everything at gym jam today modeling Nan's new cardi creation!
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 27 days
09 July 2013
Lyon the wolf on our morning walk.
Lyon the wolf on our morning walk.
Lyon: 2 years and 2 months
09 July 2013
Olive's house in the middle of our lounge. She spent a good 45mins going around and up and down
Olive's house in the middle of our lounge. She spent a good 45mins going around and up and down
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 24 days
08 July 2013
Who's the king of the castle?
Who's the king of the castle?
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 23 days
08 July 2013
Tunnel time at playcentre followed by icing cupcakes. Loved saying tunnel all the way through.
Tunnel time at playcentre followed by icing cupcakes. Loved saying tunnel all the way through.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 23 days
07 July 2013
Happy birthday Louis! Olive loved the party with balloons and lots of kids.
Happy birthday Louis! Olive loved the party with balloons and lots of kids.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 22 days
07 July 2013
A very happy but tired Olive after the fourth time the candle was blown out for Louis. Lovely party Lisa!
A very happy but tired Olive after the fourth time the candle was blown out for Louis. Lovely party Lisa!
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 22 days
07 July 2013
What I love to do most in the world is sit and pull out everything in the kitchen cupboard.
What I love to do most in the world is sit and pull out everything in the kitchen cupboard.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 22 days
06 July 2013
We have spoon action! Some great scooping with morning porridge.
We have spoon action! Some great scooping with morning porridge.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 21 days
05 July 2013
Riding around the hall at gym jam with Vincent.
Riding around the hall at gym jam with Vincent.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 20 days
02 July 2013
This week Olive has taken it upon herself to order Lyon around. Out! Bed! And while walking him sit!
This week Olive has taken it upon herself to order Lyon around. Out! Bed! And while walking him sit!
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 17 days
Lyon: 2 years and 2 months
29 June 2013
Snack time with Alex
Snack time with Alex
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 14 days
28 June 2013
Olive gets a new table and chairs! After her nap (3hours amazing!!!) she sat on it for a good 40mins having her afternoon tea, apples and yoghurt. She loves it, still needs help getting up on the chair and loves pushing them in too.
Olive gets a new table and chairs! After her nap (3hours amazing!!!) she sat on it for a good 40mins having her afternoon tea, apples and yoghurt. She loves it, still needs help getting up on the chair and loves pushing them in too.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 13 days
28 June 2013
A lovely catchup with Lisa and her boys, Rico & Louis, the horse ride was such a hit, we wanted another go.
A lovely catchup with Lisa and her boys, Rico & Louis, the horse ride was such a hit, we wanted another go.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 13 days
28 June 2013
Some of the storm damage to our dog walk. A row of massive pines toppled.
Some of the storm damage to our dog walk. A row of massive pines toppled.
27 June 2013
In the last few months, olive has been really into her books. Loves finding cats, birds, buckets, mice, grasshoppers (hophop), even the moon and stars to name a few. Rudie nudie and who stole the moon are favorites last week.
In the last few months, olive has been really into her books. Loves finding cats, birds, buckets, mice, grasshoppers (hophop), even the moon and stars to name a few. Rudie nudie and who stole the moon are favorites last week.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 12 days
25 June 2013
So emo.
So emo.
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 10 days
25 June 2013
Reminded me of London on the dog walk this morning. 0.4 degrees outside!
Reminded me of London on the dog walk this morning. 0.4 degrees outside!
16 June 2013
Family peck brunch with all the kids mobile!
Family peck brunch with all the kids mobile!
Olive: 1 year, 4 months and 1 day
12 June 2013
Up down action with feeding Lyon thrown in for fun!
Up down action with feeding Lyon thrown in for fun!
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 28 days
Lyon: 2 years and 1 month
09 June 2013
Bye bye wonderful pool and a wonderful warm holiday with great friends!
Bye bye wonderful pool and a wonderful warm holiday with great friends!
08 June 2013
Dinners in and out in Fiji.
Dinners in and out in Fiji.
05 June 2013
Fun at the pool in Fiji.
Fun at the pool in Fiji.
04 June 2013
Olive survived the flights to Fiji remarkably well. The resort we are staying in is pure amazing. Time to enjoy a week away!
Olive survived the flights to Fiji remarkably well. The resort we are staying in is pure amazing. Time to enjoy a week away!
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 20 days
03 June 2013
Bubble head. Wasn't so sure about the bubbles until Dada put some on his head and Lyon licked some.
Bubble head. Wasn't so sure about the bubbles until Dada put some on his head and Lyon licked some.
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 19 days
03 June 2013
The chalkboard is getting some action, with plenty of room for the growing olive twig!
The chalkboard is getting some action, with plenty of room for the growing olive twig!
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 19 days
02 June 2013
A windy walk along the beach for Lyon.
A windy walk along the beach for Lyon.
Lyon: 2 years and 1 month
01 June 2013
Dancing? Singing? and a lost Pengi
Dancing? Singing? and a lost Pengi
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 17 days
29 May 2013
Olive managed to build a very long tower! As well as stepping up a step by herself! well with two soft friends in hand.
Olive managed to build a very long tower! As well as stepping up a step by herself! well with two soft friends in hand.
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 14 days
25 May 2013
We had a teething gremlin in our bed last night. One of those nights where any sleep is good sleep. We seem to be having them too often lately.
We had a teething gremlin in our bed last night. One of those nights where any sleep is good sleep. We seem to be having them too often lately.
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 10 days
19 May 2013
Dinner at the Foos. Rice everywhere (sorry guys) and lots of interest in the cat! Fun in the bath followed by a story with Harry.
Dinner at the Foos. Rice everywhere (sorry guys) and lots of interest in the cat! Fun in the bath followed by a story with Harry.
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 4 days
19 May 2013
Our little world.
Our little world.
18 May 2013
Lyon love before we head on our holiday
Lyon love before we head on our holiday
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 3 days
Lyon: 2 years
17 May 2013
Olive loves shimming up next to Lyon for cuddles.
Olive loves shimming up next to Lyon for cuddles.
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 2 days
Lyon: 2 years
16 May 2013
Bucket head.
Bucket head.
Olive: 1 year, 3 months and 1 day
12 May 2013
Another lovely walk along Lyall Bay on Mother's Day with Helen and Robin.
Another lovely walk along Lyall Bay on Mother's Day with Helen and Robin.
12 May 2013
Getting a lot better with spoony on Mother's Day!
Getting a lot better with spoony on Mother's Day!
Olive: 1 year, 2 months and 27 days
11 May 2013
King of the castle and lyon is a dirty rascal! New kiddy gate.
King of the castle and lyon is a dirty rascal! New kiddy gate.
Olive: 1 year, 2 months and 26 days
Lyon: 2 years
11 May 2013
Teddee is very popular this week, loads of cuddling and trolley rides for Mr Ted. Morepork owl & womble weren't so lucky. Olive wouldn't even go near them, we think the eyes are too scary.
Teddee is very popular this week, loads of cuddling and trolley rides for Mr Ted. Morepork owl & womble weren't so lucky. Olive wouldn't even go near them, we think the eyes are too scary.
Olive: 1 year, 2 months and 26 days
08 May 2013
With daddy away, we popped over to turner grandparents for dinner... It would seem our flurry friends had a dinner of their own! I suspect Lyon was the ring leader.
With daddy away, we popped over to turner grandparents for dinner... It would seem our flurry friends had a dinner of their own! I suspect Lyon was the ring leader.
Lyon: 2 years
08 May 2013
First time the ice alert has come on!
First time the ice alert has come on!
05 May 2013
Beautiful morning for a stroll along Lyall bay with Lyon and Myah, who is staying for a few weeks.
Beautiful morning for a stroll along Lyall bay with Lyon and Myah, who is staying for a few weeks.
Lyon: 2 years
29 April 2013
Happy ducky in the morning.
Happy ducky in the morning.
Olive: 1 year, 2 months and 14 days
27 April 2013
A happy birthday eye gouging from Olive. Lyon is two today!
A happy birthday eye gouging from Olive. Lyon is two today!
Olive: 1 year, 2 months and 12 days
Lyon: 2 years
25 April 2013
Took Lyon on an afternoon stroll at Lyall Bay for the first time. Lovely dog beach full of an assortment of breeds. Must go again.
Took Lyon on an afternoon stroll at Lyall Bay for the first time. Lovely dog beach full of an assortment of breeds. Must go again.
Lyon: 1 year, 11 months and 29 days
24 April 2013
A slow walk around karori park. We made it half way around. Footballer perhaps?
A slow walk around karori park. We made it half way around. Footballer perhaps?
Olive: 1 year, 2 months and 9 days
21 April 2013
Olives first puddle. Conquered.
Olives first puddle. Conquered.
Olive: 1 year, 2 months and 6 days
21 April 2013
A lovely autumnal walk in Ohakune.
A lovely autumnal walk in Ohakune.
17 April 2013
A bit sad that Space (play centre) has come to an end, It has been a lovely way to meet new mums and talk about our babies with! Faith & Max, Fiona & Elma, Michelle & Victoria, Coco & Neil, Michelle & Noah, Megan & Xantie. Meripa & Steph (course tutors).
A bit sad that Space (play centre) has come to an end, It has been a lovely way to meet new mums and talk about our babies with! Faith & Max, Fiona & Elma, Michelle & Victoria, Coco & Neil, Michelle & Noah, Megan & Xantie. Meripa & Steph (course tutors).
Olive: 1 year, 2 months and 2 days
15 April 2013
A lovely work meeting with our youngest colleagues.
A lovely work meeting with our youngest colleagues.
Olive: 1 year and 2 months
14 April 2013
Olive takes a ride on Myah at the grandparents, this time it was Lyon who had a play date with Myah.
Olive takes a ride on Myah at the grandparents, this time it was Lyon who had a play date with Myah.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 30 days
Lyon: 1 year, 11 months and 18 days
14 April 2013
Olive says Mum.
Olive says Mum.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 30 days
13 April 2013
Having fun with the big boys at Nige and Lana's house warming.
Having fun with the big boys at Nige and Lana's house warming.
12 April 2013
First time at laugh a lot play area, lots of fun with Lucy.
First time at laugh a lot play area, lots of fun with Lucy.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 28 days
10 April 2013
Our mornings since daylight savings have consisted of a 5am wake up call followed by non stop action in the lounge. We are not sure where Olive gets her energy from and her ability to survive off little sleep.
Our mornings since daylight savings have consisted of a 5am wake up call followed by non stop action in the lounge. We are not sure where Olive gets her energy from and her ability to survive off little sleep.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 26 days
08 April 2013
Best buds.
Best buds.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 24 days
Lyon: 1 year, 11 months and 12 days
07 April 2013
Story time at Granny and Poppas.
Story time at Granny and Poppas.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 23 days
05 April 2013
Caught up with anti natal group which has got a little smaller since a few have gone in a different direction. Just lovely to see them all so much bigger! Three more on the way too!
Caught up with anti natal group which has got a little smaller since a few have gone in a different direction. Just lovely to see them all so much bigger! Three more on the way too!
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 21 days
04 April 2013
Penny pink is a favorite this week as she wasn't posted out the dog flap. We have had more interest in the little door that is perfect for little olives to pop through. We often find a pile of toys on the doorstep too.
Penny pink is a favorite this week as she wasn't posted out the dog flap. We have had more interest in the little door that is perfect for little olives to pop through. We often find a pile of toys on the doorstep too.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 20 days
Lyon: 1 year, 11 months and 8 days
04 April 2013
We already have two children! Olive's best friend.
We already have two children! Olive's best friend.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 20 days
Lyon: 1 year, 11 months and 8 days
03 April 2013
Story time!
Story time!
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 19 days
03 April 2013
Olive just adores her big fur brother, especially on his bed and his nose. Lying backwards on him is cuddling too.
Olive just adores her big fur brother, especially on his bed and his nose. Lying backwards on him is cuddling too.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 19 days
Lyon: 1 year, 11 months and 7 days
31 March 2013
A couple of photos from Dad from Rainbow Springs. The log flume was great!
A couple of photos from Dad from Rainbow Springs. The log flume was great!
31 March 2013
Had a fun day out at rainbow springs. Should have taken more photos, however.
Had a fun day out at rainbow springs. Should have taken more photos, however.
30 March 2013
Swimming with the Prossers in Taupo. Fantastic pool complex.
Swimming with the Prossers in Taupo. Fantastic pool complex.
30 March 2013
Fun on the "lawn" in Taupo.
Fun on the "lawn" in Taupo.
30 March 2013
The extended Peck family. Difficult to choreograph with 3 little ones and two dogs!
The extended Peck family. Difficult to choreograph with 3 little ones and two dogs!
28 March 2013
Hanging in Taupo.
Hanging in Taupo.
25 March 2013
Olive and Lyon's door
Olive and Lyon's door
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 10 days
Lyon: 1 year, 10 months and 26 days
22 March 2013
Just a normal day in the Peck household... I think olive has a thing for shoes..
Just a normal day in the Peck household... I think olive has a thing for shoes..
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 7 days
22 March 2013
Catchup with not so little Thomas and Sara, lots of lovely toys to play with too!
Catchup with not so little Thomas and Sara, lots of lovely toys to play with too!
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 7 days
22 March 2013
Olive takes some steps!
Olive takes some steps!
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 7 days
20 March 2013
Uncle James is in town and olive shows off her gorgeous olive dress to the cuzzies.
Uncle James is in town and olive shows off her gorgeous olive dress to the cuzzies.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 5 days
20 March 2013
Olive gets to meet her Uncle James and Hannah!
Olive gets to meet her Uncle James and Hannah!
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 5 days
19 March 2013
Nosey.
Nosey.
16 March 2013
Sleeping and standing.
Sleeping and standing.
Olive: 1 year, 1 month and 1 day
13 March 2013
They are all standing at the water baths now! Last term for space :-(
They are all standing at the water baths now! Last term for space :-(
Olive: 1 year and 26 days
12 March 2013
Too slow mum... Trying to get a photo of Lucy and olive... Olive off to play with the boys outside.
Too slow mum... Trying to get a photo of Lucy and olive... Olive off to play with the boys outside.
Olive: 1 year and 25 days
10 March 2013
Fun at Days Bay with the Prosser's. There were sand spiders and crabs and lamingtons!
Fun at Days Bay with the Prosser's. There were sand spiders and crabs and lamingtons!
02 March 2013
A fantastic day of supporting IronDan and KatRox completing the Taupo Ironman! Amazing effort guys!
A fantastic day of supporting IronDan and KatRox completing the Taupo Ironman! Amazing effort guys!
02 March 2013
The race is on! Go Dan and Kat! Nicky, Lyon and I braved an early start to see (what looked like a wildlife doc on penguins migrating) the start of the ironman.
The race is on! Go Dan and Kat! Nicky, Lyon and I braved an early start to see (what looked like a wildlife doc on penguins migrating) the start of the ironman.
01 March 2013
Two little buddhas.
Two little buddhas.
01 March 2013
A gorgeous day spent at Lake Taupo. Felt like we were on a tropical island!
A gorgeous day spent at Lake Taupo. Felt like we were on a tropical island!
01 March 2013
Fun times hanging with Ben on holiday.
Fun times hanging with Ben on holiday.
Olive: 1 year and 14 days
28 February 2013
Speedster in the making.
Speedster in the making.
Olive: 1 year and 13 days
27 February 2013
A fun day of biking between the local vineyards. Lots of wine tasting, biking, and a little bit of Olive falling asleep on the back of the bike drama ...
A fun day of biking between the local vineyards. Lots of wine tasting, biking, and a little bit of Olive falling asleep on the back of the bike drama ...
Olive: 1 year and 12 days
26 February 2013
Had a delicious lunch at Craggy Range vineyard in Havelock North with Andy, Nicky and family.
Had a delicious lunch at Craggy Range vineyard in Havelock North with Andy, Nicky and family.
26 February 2013
Munchkin tunnel action at the havelock north playground with daddy.
Munchkin tunnel action at the havelock north playground with daddy.
Olive: 1 year and 11 days
23 February 2013
Who's a big girl now. Someone has the car seat facing the right way finally!
Who's a big girl now. Someone has the car seat facing the right way finally!
Olive: 1 year and 8 days
23 February 2013
Sharing cookies and grapes at Anthony's. Happy birthday Ant for Thursday!
Sharing cookies and grapes at Anthony's. Happy birthday Ant for Thursday!
Olive: 1 year and 8 days
22 February 2013
Walking with the trolley at 12 months
Walking with the trolley at 12 months
Olive: 1 year and 7 days
21 February 2013
Lyon's New Trick
Lyon's New Trick
Lyon: 1 year, 9 months and 25 days
20 February 2013
Getting down paint dirty with the space kids. Wasn't to sure about gooply paint under foot.
Getting down paint dirty with the space kids. Wasn't to sure about gooply paint under foot.
Olive: 1 year and 5 days
19 February 2013
Olive enjoying splashing in Khandallah pool in the hot sun!
Olive enjoying splashing in Khandallah pool in the hot sun!
Olive: 1 year and 4 days
16 February 2013
Olives 1st Birthday Party Timelapse! P.S. See the entry for photos.
Olives 1st Birthday Party Timelapse! P.S. See the entry for photos.
Olive: 1 year and 1 day
16 February 2013
We made it to one! A happy birthday with little Bug Blue.
We made it to one! A happy birthday with little Bug Blue.
Olive: 1 year and 1 day
15 February 2013
Olive's birthday cake this year is an original design entitled "Half Eaten By Dog".
Olive's birthday cake this year is an original design entitled "Half Eaten By Dog".
Olive: 1 year
13 February 2013
Bullseye! Never have a seen a more perfect blob of yoghurt.
Bullseye! Never have a seen a more perfect blob of yoghurt.
Olive: 11 months and 29 days
11 February 2013
Getting the hang of the trolly pretty quick smart!
Getting the hang of the trolly pretty quick smart!
Olive: 11 months and 27 days
11 February 2013
Olive with her early birthday present from Nan and Grandad!
Olive with her early birthday present from Nan and Grandad!
Olive: 11 months and 27 days
10 February 2013
Olive's first birthday present from Mummy and Daddy!
Olive's first birthday present from Mummy and Daddy!
Olive: 11 months and 26 days
10 February 2013
Olive and the water snake!
Olive and the water snake!
Olive: 11 months and 26 days
09 February 2013
Olive plays with Louis (5months her junior but the same size) and leece at Anna's lovely new home!
Olive plays with Louis (5months her junior but the same size) and leece at Anna's lovely new home!
Olive: 11 months and 25 days
09 February 2013
Today we went for a walk up Johnson's Hill to test out Kate and Josh's macpac. It went well! Olive enjoyed being up high and enjoying the views.
Today we went for a walk up Johnson's Hill to test out Kate and Josh's macpac. It went well! Olive enjoyed being up high and enjoying the views.
Olive: 11 months and 25 days
03 February 2013
Olive says Woof!
Olive says Woof!
Olive: 11 months and 19 days
02 February 2013
Such a helpful little laundry sorter.
Such a helpful little laundry sorter.
Olive: 11 months and 18 days
31 January 2013
Hey guys! What's going on?
Hey guys! What's going on?
Lyon: 1 year, 9 months and 4 days
30 January 2013
The latest hairdo fashion : raspberry yoghurt. Tasty!
The latest hairdo fashion : raspberry yoghurt. Tasty!
Olive: 11 months and 15 days
30 January 2013
The noodle bum escape.
The noodle bum escape.
Olive: 11 months and 15 days
27 January 2013
Another beautiful day, another fine BBQ. Unfortunately Olive was under the weather, but seems to be on the mend after an early night.
Another beautiful day, another fine BBQ. Unfortunately Olive was under the weather, but seems to be on the mend after an early night.
27 January 2013
Ant got the grand tour of our house by Olive
Ant got the grand tour of our house by Olive
Olive: 11 months and 12 days
26 January 2013
A spot of garden spotting in waikanae.
A spot of garden spotting in waikanae.
25 January 2013
Enjoyed a lovely cafe lunch with Amy, Jo and baby Lucas! So much bigger buddy!
Enjoyed a lovely cafe lunch with Amy, Jo and baby Lucas! So much bigger buddy!
Olive: 11 months and 10 days
23 January 2013
Eleven months and crawling and pulling herself up on the couch and coffee table.
Eleven months and crawling and pulling herself up on the couch and coffee table.
Olive: 11 months and 8 days
23 January 2013
Olive has started climbing up the furniture now that she is a little crawler. She hasn't quite figured out why she suddenly falls on her bum when she lets go though.
Olive has started climbing up the furniture now that she is a little crawler. She hasn't quite figured out why she suddenly falls on her bum when she lets go though.
Olive: 11 months and 8 days
23 January 2013
My first step! Hmm now how to get down!
My first step! Hmm now how to get down!
Olive: 11 months and 8 days
22 January 2013
More backyard fun. So nice to see.
More backyard fun. So nice to see.
22 January 2013
No need to panic, gangles was found this morning, after a long weekend without our orange recycled friend.
No need to panic, gangles was found this morning, after a long weekend without our orange recycled friend.
21 January 2013
An hour and a half walk to the river along the Orongorongo track. Buggying all the way! Lovely lunch and the kids were our entertainment! Olive ate Ants whole punet of raspberries in one sitting.
An hour and a half walk to the river along the Orongorongo track. Buggying all the way! Lovely lunch and the kids were our entertainment! Olive ate Ants whole punet of raspberries in one sitting.
Olive: 11 months and 6 days
20 January 2013
The gummies are getting a new home with our new planter!
The gummies are getting a new home with our new planter!
19 January 2013
Hanging with her mates at Jess's birthday BBQ.
Hanging with her mates at Jess's birthday BBQ.
Olive: 11 months and 4 days
19 January 2013
A blustery pano from the top of Makara Peak! Quite a hike, but worth it for the views. And the croissant's.
A blustery pano from the top of Makara Peak! Quite a hike, but worth it for the views. And the croissant's.
17 January 2013
Olive's First Outdoor Adventure
Olive's First Outdoor Adventure
Olive: 11 months and 2 days
16 January 2013
Well, hello in there!
Well, hello in there!
14 January 2013
Olive & Lyon at play. The first time they have properly interacted with each other.
Olive & Lyon at play. The first time they have properly interacted with each other.
Olive: 10 months and 30 days
Lyon: 1 year, 8 months and 18 days
14 January 2013
Bath time has become a more difficult affair with a clambering tot.
Bath time has become a more difficult affair with a clambering tot.
Olive: 10 months and 30 days
12 January 2013
Elvi meets olive! Lovely catching up with you elvi!
Elvi meets olive! Lovely catching up with you elvi!
Olive: 10 months and 28 days
08 January 2013
Delirious Alfresco Dining
Delirious Alfresco Dining
Olive: 10 months and 24 days
06 January 2013
Making the most of the lovely holiday weather, Nigel, Lana and Anthony joined us for a tasty BBQ feast.
Making the most of the lovely holiday weather, Nigel, Lana and Anthony joined us for a tasty BBQ feast.
06 January 2013
Turner family 2013 - 32 degrees on our weather station! A pizza farewell for the extended Turner clan. Another hot one on the deck.
Turner family 2013 - 32 degrees on our weather station! A pizza farewell for the extended Turner clan. Another hot one on the deck.
05 January 2013
We enjoyed a sun soaked BBQ at Rup and Becs.
We enjoyed a sun soaked BBQ at Rup and Becs.
05 January 2013
Destroyer of Sand Castles!
Destroyer of Sand Castles!
Olive: 10 months and 21 days
05 January 2013
Got away for a night at the Moofun bach in Peka Peka, Amazing crackling on the pork and great company.
Got away for a night at the Moofun bach in Peka Peka, Amazing crackling on the pork and great company.
05 January 2013
Morning in peka peka. Olive hanging with her boys.
Morning in peka peka. Olive hanging with her boys.
Olive: 10 months and 21 days
04 January 2013
Just enjoying another blue and sunny day on our grass. sigh….
Just enjoying another blue and sunny day on our grass. sigh….
04 January 2013
A beautiful blue & still day, what better way to spend the early hours hanging out our washing on the new clothes line! Great job daddy and uncle G Dog.
A beautiful blue & still day, what better way to spend the early hours hanging out our washing on the new clothes line! Great job daddy and uncle G Dog.
02 January 2013
Olive's new game, we build the towers and she knocks them over!
Olive's new game, we build the towers and she knocks them over!
Olive: 10 months and 18 days
01 January 2013
Ten months old!
Ten months old!
Olive: 10 months and 17 days
31 December 2012
Wellington put on a beautiful day for our New Years Eve bash. A fun day / night had by all and there were 8 of us left to sing in the new year at midnight.
Wellington put on a beautiful day for our New Years Eve bash. A fun day / night had by all and there were 8 of us left to sing in the new year at midnight.
29 December 2012
Bath time with the Prosser cousies!
Bath time with the Prosser cousies!
Olive: 10 months and 14 days
29 December 2012
Enjoyed lunch and a dip in the taupo lake. Beautiful day!
Enjoyed lunch and a dip in the taupo lake. Beautiful day!
Olive: 10 months and 14 days
29 December 2012
Burgers and sun at Lake Taupo on Pauls birthday.
Burgers and sun at Lake Taupo on Pauls birthday.
28 December 2012
A random selection of photos from up at the Mount over Christmas. We didn't get our camera out as much as we should have.
A random selection of photos from up at the Mount over Christmas. We didn't get our camera out as much as we should have.
27 December 2012
A lovely day at the Mount for a spot of tennis. Even Ali had a go.
A lovely day at the Mount for a spot of tennis. Even Ali had a go.
25 December 2012
Christmas day at the Mount. A great day had by all, including the 20 who were there for a Christmas day feast.
Christmas day at the Mount. A great day had by all, including the 20 who were there for a Christmas day feast.
24 December 2012
Corn Cob Muncher.
Corn Cob Muncher.
Olive: 10 months and 9 days
20 December 2012
We had a lovely pre-Christmas stopover in Taupo with Alan and Trish.
We had a lovely pre-Christmas stopover in Taupo with Alan and Trish.
19 December 2012
Made it to waiouru for lunch on our first Christmas road trip as a family, lovely and warm!
Made it to waiouru for lunch on our first Christmas road trip as a family, lovely and warm!
17 December 2012
The sand goes into the sand pit!
The sand goes into the sand pit!
16 December 2012
Olive the Musician.
Olive the Musician.
Olive: 10 months and 1 day
15 December 2012
Olive gets her second early Christmas present. A cool xylophone from Nan and Grandad.
Olive gets her second early Christmas present. A cool xylophone from Nan and Grandad.
Olive: 10 months
15 December 2012
And more pointing. This time at mitre 10 picking up the weekly supplies!
And more pointing. This time at mitre 10 picking up the weekly supplies!
15 December 2012
Olives new trick: pointing.
Olives new trick: pointing.
Olive: 10 months
13 December 2012
We took Lyon to Petone for a swim to remove a poo dag. It was successful!
We took Lyon to Petone for a swim to remove a poo dag. It was successful!
Lyon: 1 year, 7 months and 16 days
13 December 2012
Could really get used to this fantastic weather.
Could really get used to this fantastic weather.
12 December 2012
We shall call her, Pasta Head.
We shall call her, Pasta Head.
Olive: 9 months and 27 days
12 December 2012
Olive gets wet at her last day of playcentre this year.
Olive gets wet at her last day of playcentre this year.
Olive: 9 months and 27 days
10 December 2012
Jo Jo finally gets to meet little Olive! All smiles here!
Jo Jo finally gets to meet little Olive! All smiles here!
Olive: 9 months and 25 days
10 December 2012
Playing with her first ever Christmas present. Rosie the tank engine from the Prossers.
Playing with her first ever Christmas present. Rosie the tank engine from the Prossers.
Olive: 9 months and 25 days
09 December 2012
We hosted a little Peck / Prosser Christmas BBQ. The weather played ball and it was a great success. Pity about the facial expressions in the group photo!
We hosted a little Peck / Prosser Christmas BBQ. The weather played ball and it was a great success. Pity about the facial expressions in the group photo!
09 December 2012
Christmas Beef Fillet BBQ with Berry Tiramisu for dessert with the Peck/ Prossers.
Christmas Beef Fillet BBQ with Berry Tiramisu for dessert with the Peck/ Prossers.
08 December 2012
Enjoying our efforts with a port we carried home from Porto. Yum.
Enjoying our efforts with a port we carried home from Porto. Yum.
08 December 2012
We had a fun catchup at Hamish and Toni's place to celebrate Hamish's birthday.
We had a fun catchup at Hamish and Toni's place to celebrate Hamish's birthday.
07 December 2012
It would seem fur child and olive are already fighting over toys (or wrapping rolls) Lyon won in the end but olive gave a good fight.
It would seem fur child and olive are already fighting over toys (or wrapping rolls) Lyon won in the end but olive gave a good fight.
Olive: 9 months and 22 days
Lyon: 1 year, 7 months and 10 days
06 December 2012
Fun with Photo Booth
Fun with Photo Booth
06 December 2012
Curious little cat, loves looking and peering over things.
Curious little cat, loves looking and peering over things.
Olive: 9 months and 21 days
03 December 2012
Azlan the lion. It is a hot one today!
Azlan the lion. It is a hot one today!
01 December 2012
Had lovely tea and scones at 50 Homewood Ave open day with the Thomspons.
Had lovely tea and scones at 50 Homewood Ave open day with the Thomspons.
29 November 2012
Gorgeous roses! I loved them all! Hmm where to put more roses in our garden...
Gorgeous roses! I loved them all! Hmm where to put more roses in our garden...
Olive: 9 months and 14 days
29 November 2012
The top lawn grass, 18 days old. Really getting some height now - but rather patchy.
The top lawn grass, 18 days old. Really getting some height now - but rather patchy.
28 November 2012
Our little Oompa Loompa after spaghetti bolognaise.
Our little Oompa Loompa after spaghetti bolognaise.
Olive: 9 months and 13 days
25 November 2012
Today we ventured to the zoo with friends for a walk and a picnic.
Today we ventured to the zoo with friends for a walk and a picnic.
24 November 2012
We met the new Thompson munchkin Liam and Olive had fun in Bens sand pit! Must get Olives sandpit finished...
We met the new Thompson munchkin Liam and Olive had fun in Bens sand pit! Must get Olives sandpit finished...
24 November 2012
Fun in the bed with Mr Stinkle.
Fun in the bed with Mr Stinkle.
Olive: 9 months and 9 days
Lyon: 1 year, 6 months and 28 days
21 November 2012
The new babies - day 10.
The new babies - day 10.
20 November 2012
Sushi lunch in Grandad's office
Sushi lunch in Grandad's office
Olive: 9 months and 5 days
19 November 2012
8 days after chucking the grass seed down on our backyard, these tiny suckers have appeared! (Not to mention the odd weed ..). Much relief in the Tang household.
8 days after chucking the grass seed down on our backyard, these tiny suckers have appeared! (Not to mention the odd weed ..). Much relief in the Tang household.
17 November 2012
Nine months old, my my you have grown little twig.
Nine months old, my my you have grown little twig.
Olive: 9 months and 2 days
15 November 2012
Nan & sun for lunch on Oriental Beach.
Nan & sun for lunch on Oriental Beach.
Olive: 9 months
14 November 2012
Afternoon tea picnic on the mat. Eating my pear quite well thank you!
Afternoon tea picnic on the mat. Eating my pear quite well thank you!
Olive: 8 months and 30 days
11 November 2012
Olive egged him on...
Olive egged him on...
Olive: 8 months and 27 days
09 November 2012
After three trailer loads of topsoil, the grass is ready to sow! We think. Or is it?
After three trailer loads of topsoil, the grass is ready to sow! We think. Or is it?
09 November 2012
Fur Brotherly Love. Lyon has become rather close to Olive lately. Sometimes too close.=
Fur Brotherly Love. Lyon has become rather close to Olive lately. Sometimes too close.=
Olive: 8 months and 25 days
Lyon: 1 year, 6 months and 13 days
05 November 2012
Seeing eye to eye with Lyon
Seeing eye to eye with Lyon
Olive: 8 months and 21 days
Lyon: 1 year, 6 months and 9 days
04 November 2012
Out of the blue, Olive decides to start clapping. Now she won't stop!
Out of the blue, Olive decides to start clapping. Now she won't stop!
Olive: 8 months and 20 days
03 November 2012
We celebrated Jens 30th at the Pecks with a lovely meal and a 1am home time! Luckily Olive played along, sleeping well both ends of the night.
We celebrated Jens 30th at the Pecks with a lovely meal and a 1am home time! Luckily Olive played along, sleeping well both ends of the night.
Olive: 8 months and 19 days
28 October 2012
Two of gremlins new teeth caught in the wild.
Two of gremlins new teeth caught in the wild.
Olive: 8 months and 13 days
27 October 2012
We fit a record 11 around the table for a BBQ lunch.
We fit a record 11 around the table for a BBQ lunch.
24 October 2012
Eight months and I can use an iPad!
Eight months and I can use an iPad!
Olive: 8 months and 9 days
23 October 2012
Where's Mr Lyon?
Where's Mr Lyon?
Olive: 8 months and 8 days
Lyon: 1 year, 5 months and 26 days
22 October 2012
Home sweet home with Mr Stinkle who had a fantastic time while we were away with Granny, Grandpa and Myah.
Home sweet home with Mr Stinkle who had a fantastic time while we were away with Granny, Grandpa and Myah.
Lyon: 1 year, 5 months and 25 days
21 October 2012
Last day in Melbourne and a walk along the waterfront and lunch at a lovely cafe.
Last day in Melbourne and a walk along the waterfront and lunch at a lovely cafe.
19 October 2012
Alex chilling with Lyon in Taupo while we were away on holiday.
Alex chilling with Lyon in Taupo while we were away on holiday.
Lyon: 1 year, 5 months and 22 days
19 October 2012
Sandcastles, sun and a sleeping Mexican at Number 16 Beach, Mornington Peninsula.
Sandcastles, sun and a sleeping Mexican at Number 16 Beach, Mornington Peninsula.
19 October 2012
A few iPhone pano's from Number 16 Beach.
A few iPhone pano's from Number 16 Beach.
18 October 2012
Fish and chips at the quaint old town Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula.
Fish and chips at the quaint old town Sorrento on the Mornington Peninsula.
17 October 2012
Wine and tasty food at a lovely vineyard I can't quite remember the name of.
Wine and tasty food at a lovely vineyard I can't quite remember the name of.
15 October 2012
Bath, dinner and story time with Cousin Ali!
Bath, dinner and story time with Cousin Ali!
Olive: 8 months
14 October 2012
Olive and Ali have a story with pauly.
Olive and Ali have a story with pauly.
Olive: 7 months and 29 days
14 October 2012
Tom and Graham after the Melbourne marathon. A surprising race - perfect conditions, almost enjoyable the whole race. Tom finished with 3hrs 39mins, Graham edging away in the final k's to finish with 3hrs 37mins.
Tom and Graham after the Melbourne marathon. A surprising race - perfect conditions, almost enjoyable the whole race. Tom finished with 3hrs 39mins, Graham edging away in the final k's to finish with 3hrs 37mins.
13 October 2012
Fun in Ali's new sand pit thanks to Uncle Paul's handiwork.
Fun in Ali's new sand pit thanks to Uncle Paul's handiwork.
Olive: 7 months and 28 days
12 October 2012
All aboard our first flight with Olive! Here we come Melbourne!
All aboard our first flight with Olive! Here we come Melbourne!
Olive: 7 months and 27 days
08 October 2012
Olive has her first swim!
Olive has her first swim!
Olive: 7 months and 23 days
07 October 2012
Must … have ….. BEER!
Must … have ….. BEER!
Olive: 7 months and 22 days
04 October 2012
Lyon uses the poof to taunt us to play.
Lyon uses the poof to taunt us to play.
Lyon: 1 year, 5 months and 7 days
03 October 2012
Lots of fun with Spaghetti!
Lots of fun with Spaghetti!
Olive: 7 months and 18 days
03 October 2012
Off to buy pots was brought to a stop as Olive enjoyed Nan's comforty car seat. An hour and a half later, we emerge quite rested.
Off to buy pots was brought to a stop as Olive enjoyed Nan's comforty car seat. An hour and a half later, we emerge quite rested.
Olive: 7 months and 18 days
02 October 2012
First taste of lamb - lamb rack. Yum yum yum.
First taste of lamb - lamb rack. Yum yum yum.
Olive: 7 months and 17 days
30 September 2012
Olive's not 100% sure about Gini's My Little Pony.
Olive's not 100% sure about Gini's My Little Pony.
Olive: 7 months and 15 days
28 September 2012
Olive hanging with her bigger buddies Flex & Isabelle.
Olive hanging with her bigger buddies Flex & Isabelle.
Olive: 7 months and 13 days
27 September 2012
7 Months old. Rolling, Sitting and eating really well, so proud.
7 Months old. Rolling, Sitting and eating really well, so proud.
Olive: 7 months and 12 days
26 September 2012
The completed deck, in all it's glory!
The completed deck, in all it's glory!
25 September 2012
The deck builders extraordinaire. A job well done.
The deck builders extraordinaire. A job well done.
25 September 2012
Olive just hanging in her new room.
Olive just hanging in her new room.
Olive: 7 months and 10 days
24 September 2012
Lyon, King of the Castle.
Lyon, King of the Castle.
Lyon: 1 year, 4 months and 28 days
24 September 2012
A sleepy Mr Stinkle after a day spent annoying the deck builders.
A sleepy Mr Stinkle after a day spent annoying the deck builders.
Lyon: 1 year, 4 months and 28 days
23 September 2012
A beautiful day to celebrate the opening of the nearly completed deck. Oh, and Tom's birthday.
A beautiful day to celebrate the opening of the nearly completed deck. Oh, and Tom's birthday.
22 September 2012
I'm a big girl now! Sitting up and choosing my toys!
I'm a big girl now! Sitting up and choosing my toys!
Olive: 7 months and 7 days
22 September 2012
We prep the 90% completed deck ready for the day's visitors.
We prep the 90% completed deck ready for the day's visitors.
21 September 2012
A slightly snotty nosed sitting baby. Can sit happily for longer periods of time now.
A slightly snotty nosed sitting baby. Can sit happily for longer periods of time now.
Olive: 7 months and 6 days
20 September 2012
Dave works out the angles on version three of the steps! Sorry Dave!
Dave works out the angles on version three of the steps! Sorry Dave!
19 September 2012
The decking almost all down! Looks amazing! Seat and steps construction begins.
The decking almost all down! Looks amazing! Seat and steps construction begins.
18 September 2012
Olive gets her own ID! Not sure how she will look like that in five years though!
Olive gets her own ID! Not sure how she will look like that in five years though!
Olive: 7 months and 3 days
17 September 2012
Dave creates us a landing strip as the deck takes shape.
Dave creates us a landing strip as the deck takes shape.
17 September 2012
Bearers and joists all laid down for the deck foundations.
Bearers and joists all laid down for the deck foundations.
15 September 2012
Mucking around at the Southward Car Museum, Raumati, including 3 buggy chain stair traverse!
Mucking around at the Southward Car Museum, Raumati, including 3 buggy chain stair traverse!
15 September 2012
A fantastic time to be had by all 14 adults and 7 babies at a long weekend Raumati escape.
A fantastic time to be had by all 14 adults and 7 babies at a long weekend Raumati escape.
12 September 2012
Mmmmmm, beer.
Mmmmmm, beer.
Olive: 6 months and 28 days
12 September 2012
The piles all concreted in and ready to go on the deck.
The piles all concreted in and ready to go on the deck.
10 September 2012
Work fully underway on the deck with the pile holes being dug with the help of a pile hole borer!
Work fully underway on the deck with the pile holes being dug with the help of a pile hole borer!
07 September 2012
Olive was a great help at the computer!
Olive was a great help at the computer!
Olive: 6 months and 23 days
05 September 2012
The early morning reno's return, as Olive's room redo is in full swing. First night in the portacot and Olive slept "like a baby".
The early morning reno's return, as Olive's room redo is in full swing. First night in the portacot and Olive slept "like a baby".
Olive: 6 months and 21 days
02 September 2012
Happy Fathers Day!
Happy Fathers Day!
Olive: 6 months and 18 days
02 September 2012
We were treated to a beef fillet feast at Nan and Grandad's! Yum.
We were treated to a beef fillet feast at Nan and Grandad's! Yum.
Olive: 6 months and 18 days
01 September 2012
Olive decides it's time to roll over from back to front.
Olive decides it's time to roll over from back to front.
Olive: 6 months and 17 days
30 August 2012
Sometimes I get the serious munchies.
Sometimes I get the serious munchies.
Olive: 6 months and 15 days
26 August 2012
So instead of one of the million things we had to do around the house, we decided to relocate a tree. Will it survive the move? Who knows!
So instead of one of the million things we had to do around the house, we decided to relocate a tree. Will it survive the move? Who knows!
25 August 2012
We took little miss for a trip to Mitre 10 Mega to give her a snooze and to stock up on supplies!
We took little miss for a trip to Mitre 10 Mega to give her a snooze and to stock up on supplies!
25 August 2012
I'd much rather watch Mummy prepare a slow cooker than sleep in my cot, thanks Daddy!
I'd much rather watch Mummy prepare a slow cooker than sleep in my cot, thanks Daddy!
Olive: 6 months and 10 days
24 August 2012
Olives sound repertoire now include goos, gahs, frog croaks and her new one - a disconcerting throat clearing cough.
Olives sound repertoire now include goos, gahs, frog croaks and her new one - a disconcerting throat clearing cough.
Olive: 6 months and 9 days
21 August 2012
Olive and the Chicken Drum Stick. Olive's first taste of meat seemed to go down a treat.=
Olive and the Chicken Drum Stick. Olive's first taste of meat seemed to go down a treat.=
Olive: 6 months and 6 days
19 August 2012
Hanging with my cuzzie bro and Grandpa.
Hanging with my cuzzie bro and Grandpa.
16 August 2012
Jolly jumper jiggles with a problem fur child.
Jolly jumper jiggles with a problem fur child.
Olive: 6 months and 1 day
16 August 2012
Olive's Four Fingered Monster and the Peanut Butter Toast.
Olive's Four Fingered Monster and the Peanut Butter Toast.
Olive: 6 months and 1 day
15 August 2012
6 Months half year birthday! Where has the time gone?
6 Months half year birthday! Where has the time gone?
Olive: 6 months
13 August 2012
Fun in the bath with Duckie.
Fun in the bath with Duckie.
Olive: 5 months and 29 days
12 August 2012
Lyon looking rather chuffed with his day of digging with the parents.
Lyon looking rather chuffed with his day of digging with the parents.
Lyon: 1 year, 3 months and 16 days
11 August 2012
Sitting pretty. Only lasts a few seconds at a time, but she sure looks cute before she topples.
Sitting pretty. Only lasts a few seconds at a time, but she sure looks cute before she topples.
Olive: 5 months and 27 days
11 August 2012
Backyard Pano #1. Retaining wall number 1 is complete, a muddy mess remains. A deck at this stage feels a long way off.
Backyard Pano #1. Retaining wall number 1 is complete, a muddy mess remains. A deck at this stage feels a long way off.
10 August 2012
First successful shot of teeth in the wild.
First successful shot of teeth in the wild.
Olive: 5 months and 26 days
09 August 2012
The drain proves it's worth - as it diverts the torrent of water away from under the house. Quite chuffed we are feeling today after a torrential downpour puts it to the test. Here's hoping the office stays dry!
The drain proves it's worth - as it diverts the torrent of water away from under the house. Quite chuffed we are feeling today after a torrential downpour puts it to the test. Here's hoping the office stays dry!
05 August 2012
A great turn out for digging our drain to stop leaking water into the office and the start of the deck prep work!
A great turn out for digging our drain to stop leaking water into the office and the start of the deck prep work!
05 August 2012
A smilie Olive with her new best friend Lambo from Grandad. Not a great night but with one smilie it is forgotten.
A smilie Olive with her new best friend Lambo from Grandad. Not a great night but with one smilie it is forgotten.
Olive: 5 months and 21 days
31 July 2012
Raw vegetable munchies.
Raw vegetable munchies.
Olive: 5 months and 16 days
30 July 2012
Our attempt to catch the two baby teeth in action… unsuccessful!
Our attempt to catch the two baby teeth in action… unsuccessful!
Olive: 5 months and 15 days
29 July 2012
Last night I slept for 12 hours with only one feed at midnight. Coffee with mum and Dad time.
Last night I slept for 12 hours with only one feed at midnight. Coffee with mum and Dad time.
Olive: 5 months and 14 days
28 July 2012
We are joined by a bear for breakfast on a bitterly cold winters morning. A well slept bear! Perhaps the sleeps are on the mend (touch wood!).
We are joined by a bear for breakfast on a bitterly cold winters morning. A well slept bear! Perhaps the sleeps are on the mend (touch wood!).
Olive: 5 months and 13 days
27 July 2012
Getting the hang of the jolly jumper. Stinkle wants in on the action too.
Getting the hang of the jolly jumper. Stinkle wants in on the action too.
Olive: 5 months and 12 days
Lyon: 1 year and 3 months
24 July 2012
We meet the gorgeous and so very tiny Baby Violet. Olive isn't the baby anymore!
We meet the gorgeous and so very tiny Baby Violet. Olive isn't the baby anymore!
22 July 2012
The stage is set as we get underway on the first task for the back yard - the second tier retaining wall. The posts are now in place!
The stage is set as we get underway on the first task for the back yard - the second tier retaining wall. The posts are now in place!
20 July 2012
Getting jolly on the jolly jumper. Not really jumping yet but still jolly!
Getting jolly on the jolly jumper. Not really jumping yet but still jolly!
Olive: 5 months and 5 days
19 July 2012
She had it for a few seconds! That tooth is coming in handy!
She had it for a few seconds! That tooth is coming in handy!
Olive: 5 months and 4 days
18 July 2012
Strawberry fields.
Strawberry fields.
Olive: 5 months and 3 days
17 July 2012
Enjoying the sunny toes
Enjoying the sunny toes
Olive: 5 months and 2 days
15 July 2012
For Olive's five month birthday she got carrots and broccoli to play with. Lovely having her at the table with us.
For Olive's five month birthday she got carrots and broccoli to play with. Lovely having her at the table with us.
Olive: 5 months
12 July 2012
Sore toothed, thumb sucking gremlin.
Sore toothed, thumb sucking gremlin.
Olive: 4 months and 27 days
10 July 2012
Finally asleep on the way to the supermarket, after another sleepless morning, with fist in eye. Doing what ever it takes!
Finally asleep on the way to the supermarket, after another sleepless morning, with fist in eye. Doing what ever it takes!
Olive: 4 months and 25 days
09 July 2012
Molehill Creations is visited by a new prospective client. A pirate! Arrrh!
Molehill Creations is visited by a new prospective client. A pirate! Arrrh!
06 July 2012
Todays exciting outing - to the supermarket!
Todays exciting outing - to the supermarket!
05 July 2012
I tried on my strawberry outfit and it fits! size 00 - mummy left it a bit late!
I tried on my strawberry outfit and it fits! size 00 - mummy left it a bit late!
Olive: 4 months and 20 days
03 July 2012
Fast asleep after lunch with Lana & Antony in town, buggy facing out has gone down a treat.
Fast asleep after lunch with Lana & Antony in town, buggy facing out has gone down a treat.
Olive: 4 months and 18 days
01 July 2012
Olive watches as she gets her name on the wall!
Olive watches as she gets her name on the wall!
Olive: 4 months and 16 days
01 July 2012
Happy Birthday Nan! Just before we dig into a lovely chocolate cake for mid morning birthday tea!
Happy Birthday Nan! Just before we dig into a lovely chocolate cake for mid morning birthday tea!
Olive: 4 months and 16 days
30 June 2012
Farewell little Dylan and Emma & Glynn. My my they have grown!
Farewell little Dylan and Emma & Glynn. My my they have grown!
Olive: 4 months and 15 days
30 June 2012
The carpet goes down in the office. So plush! It's like a real room now. Complete with "new room" smell.
The carpet goes down in the office. So plush! It's like a real room now. Complete with "new room" smell.
28 June 2012
Mummy?
Mummy?
Olive: 4 months and 13 days
28 June 2012
Daddy?
Daddy?
Olive: 4 months and 13 days
27 June 2012
The Office takes shape. Only the carpet install left before move in date!
The Office takes shape. Only the carpet install left before move in date!
27 June 2012
The wood fits in the new wood shed! That's a relief. Just have to re-do the roof (not enough over-hang) and we're done!
The wood fits in the new wood shed! That's a relief. Just have to re-do the roof (not enough over-hang) and we're done!
26 June 2012
Braving town in the carry sling big day!
Braving town in the carry sling big day!
Olive: 4 months and 11 days
25 June 2012
Bedtime story with two little bugs and two little feet.
Bedtime story with two little bugs and two little feet.
Olive: 4 months and 10 days
24 June 2012
The office and the woodshed take shape on a DIY extreme weekend.
The office and the woodshed take shape on a DIY extreme weekend.
24 June 2012
Lyon helps daddy with the framing!
Lyon helps daddy with the framing!
Lyon: 1 year, 1 month and 28 days
23 June 2012
The new home owners visit mitre 10 again for more supplies, olive has joined the gang in frenchie.
The new home owners visit mitre 10 again for more supplies, olive has joined the gang in frenchie.
Olive: 4 months and 8 days
22 June 2012
Got wood? We've got wood! Just in the nick of time too.
Got wood? We've got wood! Just in the nick of time too.
21 June 2012
E.T. Fingers out for walk on a rainy & sunny day! Didn't feel like having her nap in the bassinet but 5mins into walk - asleep!
E.T. Fingers out for walk on a rainy & sunny day! Didn't feel like having her nap in the bassinet but 5mins into walk - asleep!
Olive: 4 months and 6 days
18 June 2012
Olive decides not to sleep while Mum is at the supermarket and instead, laughs manically at Dad. Here's hoping the sleep troubles haven't returned!
Olive decides not to sleep while Mum is at the supermarket and instead, laughs manically at Dad. Here's hoping the sleep troubles haven't returned!
Olive: 4 months and 3 days
18 June 2012
This morning Olive wiggled a 180 off the sheepskin to get a better look at the fire.
This morning Olive wiggled a 180 off the sheepskin to get a better look at the fire.
Olive: 4 months and 3 days
16 June 2012
Today Stinkleton helped us cart-wheel some concrete slabs from the back garden to around the side of the house. So helpful.
Today Stinkleton helped us cart-wheel some concrete slabs from the back garden to around the side of the house. So helpful.
Lyon: 1 year, 1 month and 20 days
16 June 2012
Buggy and me on the gym
Buggy and me on the gym
Olive: 4 months and 1 day
16 June 2012
We still get comments on who Olive looks like. It seems to vary between both of us but we're not convinced it's either of us yet!
We still get comments on who Olive looks like. It seems to vary between both of us but we're not convinced it's either of us yet!
Olive: 4 months and 1 day
15 June 2012
Stop checking out my builders crack, Mum!
Stop checking out my builders crack, Mum!
Olive: 4 months
15 June 2012
Olive gets the 4 month munchies. 4 months old today! My how time flies.
Olive gets the 4 month munchies. 4 months old today! My how time flies.
Olive: 4 months
14 June 2012
Lyon is all bloopy after his playmate Myah returns home. No more wrestling in the lounge or digging holes in the back yard.
Lyon is all bloopy after his playmate Myah returns home. No more wrestling in the lounge or digging holes in the back yard.
Lyon: 1 year, 1 month and 18 days
12 June 2012
We managed to fit 9 around the table for dinner tonight (Lauren on camera, Olive asleep). A lovely evening of food, wine, and tower making.
We managed to fit 9 around the table for dinner tonight (Lauren on camera, Olive asleep). A lovely evening of food, wine, and tower making.
11 June 2012
Lunch with Aunty Lisa, cousin Ali and co. On a lovely warm winter still day.
Lunch with Aunty Lisa, cousin Ali and co. On a lovely warm winter still day.
Olive: 3 months and 27 days
10 June 2012
Today we had a fun day out with a picnic and a walk at Staglands with the Turner clan.
Today we had a fun day out with a picnic and a walk at Staglands with the Turner clan.
10 June 2012
Some wonderful Staglands wildlife.
Some wonderful Staglands wildlife.
09 June 2012
Olive gets to meet her two Turner Uncles. Overwhelmed expressions ensue.
Olive gets to meet her two Turner Uncles. Overwhelmed expressions ensue.
Olive: 3 months and 25 days
09 June 2012
And also the adorable cousin Ali (Alex) - all the way from Australia! Such a big boy now.
And also the adorable cousin Ali (Alex) - all the way from Australia! Such a big boy now.
Olive: 3 months and 25 days
09 June 2012
Aunty Lisa and Aunty Lauren also!
Aunty Lisa and Aunty Lauren also!
Olive: 3 months and 25 days
08 June 2012
Becs and a very excited Isabella popped around for a little Olive action.
Becs and a very excited Isabella popped around for a little Olive action.
Olive: 3 months and 24 days
08 June 2012
Smiling at Mr Stinkleton - who went in for a sniff test.
Smiling at Mr Stinkleton - who went in for a sniff test.
Olive: 3 months and 24 days
Lyon: 1 year, 1 month and 12 days
07 June 2012
Nudie alert!
Nudie alert!
Olive: 3 months and 23 days
07 June 2012
Our carpet takes a hit as Lyon finds some fresh holes to dig.
Our carpet takes a hit as Lyon finds some fresh holes to dig.
Lyon: 1 year, 1 month and 11 days
07 June 2012
We've been getting a few smiles, giggles and dribbles during tummy time lately.
We've been getting a few smiles, giggles and dribbles during tummy time lately.
Olive: 3 months and 23 days
04 June 2012
We catch up with JaM after they arrive home after three months of travelling on their way home from London. Welcome home guys!
We catch up with JaM after they arrive home after three months of travelling on their way home from London. Welcome home guys!
03 June 2012
We hosted a lovely brunch - for 10 oldies, 5 youngies and 2 dogs - with a spread table of goodies.
We hosted a lovely brunch - for 10 oldies, 5 youngies and 2 dogs - with a spread table of goodies.
02 June 2012
Hanging with Mummy (and Mr Stinkle)
Hanging with Mummy (and Mr Stinkle)
Olive: 3 months and 18 days
Lyon: 1 year, 1 month and 6 days
02 June 2012
Floor time with the gorgeous Harry Foo.
Floor time with the gorgeous Harry Foo.
Olive: 3 months and 18 days
31 May 2012
Riding the horsey with Daddy.
Riding the horsey with Daddy.
Olive: 3 months and 16 days
31 May 2012
Finger snooze on the way to pin meeting
Finger snooze on the way to pin meeting
Olive: 3 months and 16 days
30 May 2012
No more muddy footprints on the door handle or leaving the door open anymore as Lyon gets his own doggie door.
No more muddy footprints on the door handle or leaving the door open anymore as Lyon gets his own doggie door.
Lyon: 1 year, 1 month and 3 days
29 May 2012
Olive gets afternoon tea from a bottle fed by Dad and slurps down every drop.
Olive gets afternoon tea from a bottle fed by Dad and slurps down every drop.
Olive: 3 months and 14 days
28 May 2012
Mum, I think I've drunk too much… Hic!
Mum, I think I've drunk too much… Hic!
Olive: 3 months and 13 days
27 May 2012
Sophie munching. Olive loves the texture of Sophie the giraffe, a present from Aunty Lauren and Uncle Paul.
Sophie munching. Olive loves the texture of Sophie the giraffe, a present from Aunty Lauren and Uncle Paul.
Olive: 3 months and 12 days
27 May 2012
Today Olive decided she doesn't want to lie on her tummy, thank you very much!
Today Olive decided she doesn't want to lie on her tummy, thank you very much!
Olive: 3 months and 12 days
26 May 2012
So we decided to replace the old (and broken) oven with a flash new one! Thank-you 50 months interest free at Harvey Norman.
So we decided to replace the old (and broken) oven with a flash new one! Thank-you 50 months interest free at Harvey Norman.
23 May 2012
Olive wakes up. Such a chirpy wee thing.
Olive wakes up. Such a chirpy wee thing.
Olive: 3 months and 8 days
23 May 2012
Finally big enough to fit the funky French outfit from Anna and Perry! So cute.
Finally big enough to fit the funky French outfit from Anna and Perry! So cute.
Olive: 3 months and 8 days
23 May 2012
Got stick. Please play.
Got stick. Please play.
20 May 2012
Look Ma, no wires!
Look Ma, no wires!
20 May 2012
Snoozles in the sun on a Sunday morning.
Snoozles in the sun on a Sunday morning.
19 May 2012
Today Olive surprised us with laughing for the first time!
Today Olive surprised us with laughing for the first time!
Olive: 3 months and 4 days
19 May 2012
Simultaneous breakfast followed by craziness around the lounge. Myah finally succumbs to Lyon's taunts.
Simultaneous breakfast followed by craziness around the lounge. Myah finally succumbs to Lyon's taunts.
Lyon: 1 year and 22 days
18 May 2012
Out for a walk with a new member of the tang pad - Myah.
Out for a walk with a new member of the tang pad - Myah.
17 May 2012
Today Olive received a lovely painting from Cousin Ali - all the way from Melbourne! So creative!
Today Olive received a lovely painting from Cousin Ali - all the way from Melbourne! So creative!
Olive: 3 months and 2 days
15 May 2012
Out for a stroll in Granny's colourful blanket - thanks Granny!
Out for a stroll in Granny's colourful blanket - thanks Granny!
Olive: 3 months
15 May 2012
Olive has some Tummy time!
Olive has some Tummy time!
Olive: 3 months
14 May 2012
I'm a happy little bunny this morning after sleeping in to 8am! Goodbye to virus and unhappiness!
I'm a happy little bunny this morning after sleeping in to 8am! Goodbye to virus and unhappiness!
Olive: 2 months and 29 days
13 May 2012
A lovely wander around Staglands after Alex's birthday bash.
A lovely wander around Staglands after Alex's birthday bash.
13 May 2012
Happy 2nd Birthday Alex! A fun party at the Barn at Staglands.
Happy 2nd Birthday Alex! A fun party at the Barn at Staglands.
13 May 2012
Happy mothers day Mum! I was even nice enough to sleep better last night!
Happy mothers day Mum! I was even nice enough to sleep better last night!
11 May 2012
False alarm. Not teeth. Doctor thinks she has a virus and maybe a mouth ulcer. Poor bubs. Still, we had a better night last night.
False alarm. Not teeth. Doctor thinks she has a virus and maybe a mouth ulcer. Poor bubs. Still, we had a better night last night.
Olive: 2 months and 26 days
10 May 2012
We may have found the culprit for last nights fiasco. A tooth perhaps? Will know more tomorrow, if we make it.
We may have found the culprit for last nights fiasco. A tooth perhaps? Will know more tomorrow, if we make it.
Olive: 2 months and 25 days
10 May 2012
Finally asleep on mummy after the worst sleepless night ever!
Finally asleep on mummy after the worst sleepless night ever!
Olive: 2 months and 25 days
09 May 2012
Somebody has sure made himself at home at our new house. Just have to patch up the gaps where he visits the neighbours - and eats crumbs off their kitchen floor!!
Somebody has sure made himself at home at our new house. Just have to patch up the gaps where he visits the neighbours - and eats crumbs off their kitchen floor!!
07 May 2012
Nom nom nom on fist.
Nom nom nom on fist.
Olive: 2 months and 22 days
06 May 2012
Enjoying some fire time at our new abode. So cosy and warm.
Enjoying some fire time at our new abode. So cosy and warm.
05 May 2012
Smurfs have a baby! Yummy M&S chips gorgeous baby clothes and a French spot book for olive! Thanks Nan & Grandad!
Smurfs have a baby! Yummy M&S chips gorgeous baby clothes and a French spot book for olive! Thanks Nan & Grandad!
Olive: 2 months and 20 days
04 May 2012
The mothers and fathers were around to help with the big move. Fantastic helpers all round!
The mothers and fathers were around to help with the big move. Fantastic helpers all round!
04 May 2012
Get that sun out of my eyes!
Get that sun out of my eyes!
Olive: 2 months and 19 days
03 May 2012
The final days of squaller.
The final days of squaller.
02 May 2012
We found ourselves a funny little elf creature. Barely a grizzle from the basinet at nap time today! Are we onto something?!?
We found ourselves a funny little elf creature. Barely a grizzle from the basinet at nap time today! Are we onto something?!?
Olive: 2 months and 17 days
02 May 2012
Olives first day at baby sensory with a few babies and mums from our anti natal group
Olives first day at baby sensory with a few babies and mums from our anti natal group
Olive: 2 months and 17 days
30 April 2012
Lyon takes the wheel on car ride home
Lyon takes the wheel on car ride home
Lyon: 1 year and 3 days
29 April 2012
Nowhere is safe anymore as Lyon has figured out how to open doors with handles.
Nowhere is safe anymore as Lyon has figured out how to open doors with handles.
Lyon: 1 year and 2 days
29 April 2012
The end of a great holiday / marathon run in Taupo.
The end of a great holiday / marathon run in Taupo.
28 April 2012
Well done! Tom and Andy finished the marathon! 3.51 and 4.01 respectively!
Well done! Tom and Andy finished the marathon! 3.51 and 4.01 respectively!
27 April 2012
Lyon turned 1 today! Happy birthday Mr Stinkle! We still love you.
Lyon turned 1 today! Happy birthday Mr Stinkle! We still love you.
Lyon: 1 year
26 April 2012
First bath with a boy! Anthony joins Olive for a splish splash.
First bath with a boy! Anthony joins Olive for a splish splash.
Olive: 2 months and 11 days
26 April 2012
Playing a fun new board game - 7 Wonders. Olive helps Dad.
Playing a fun new board game - 7 Wonders. Olive helps Dad.
Olive: 2 months and 11 days
26 April 2012
Enjoying a run around outside at Taupo with Andy and Ben.
Enjoying a run around outside at Taupo with Andy and Ben.
25 April 2012
Fun times in the new bouncer - it plays tunes and vibrates!
Fun times in the new bouncer - it plays tunes and vibrates!
Olive: 2 months and 10 days
24 April 2012
Hanging in the rose garden in Taupo. Another beautiful day here. No doubt it will turn to custard for the marathon on Saturday!
Hanging in the rose garden in Taupo. Another beautiful day here. No doubt it will turn to custard for the marathon on Saturday!
24 April 2012
Everything is giant in Taupo. Giant bath and giant bed!
Everything is giant in Taupo. Giant bath and giant bed!
Olive: 2 months and 9 days
23 April 2012
Made it safe and sound to a beautiful Taupo afternoon. Olive slept well between two feed breaks.
Made it safe and sound to a beautiful Taupo afternoon. Olive slept well between two feed breaks.
Olive: 2 months and 8 days
23 April 2012
The road trip to taupo begins, boys in the front, Lyon riding shot gun and girls in the back, Olive a lady of leisure.
The road trip to taupo begins, boys in the front, Lyon riding shot gun and girls in the back, Olive a lady of leisure.
Lyon: 11 months and 27 days
22 April 2012
Lovely day for brunch at Granny and Grandpa's.
Lovely day for brunch at Granny and Grandpa's.
21 April 2012
Coffee and cake, milk and water at our new local.
Coffee and cake, milk and water at our new local.
21 April 2012
Saturday morning climbing daddy's legs in bed
Saturday morning climbing daddy's legs in bed
Olive: 2 months and 6 days
19 April 2012
A few faces. Worried, tonguey, bubbly and surprised!
A few faces. Worried, tonguey, bubbly and surprised!
Olive: 2 months and 4 days
19 April 2012
Hands and feetsies.
Hands and feetsies.
Olive: 2 months and 4 days
18 April 2012
After bath nudie relaxation in front of the heater.
After bath nudie relaxation in front of the heater.
Olive: 2 months and 3 days
18 April 2012
Just signed our lives away at the bank before a tasty first family brunch at D4.
Just signed our lives away at the bank before a tasty first family brunch at D4.
18 April 2012
Some couch time with Mum & Mr Stinkle.
Some couch time with Mum & Mr Stinkle.
Olive: 2 months and 3 days
Lyon: 11 months and 22 days
15 April 2012
All dressed up and ready to party in a cute dress from the Woods, about to go to Helen's baby shower!
All dressed up and ready to party in a cute dress from the Woods, about to go to Helen's baby shower!
Olive: 2 months
14 April 2012
Popped around to see Granny and Grandpa. Left them with the biggest poo!
Popped around to see Granny and Grandpa. Left them with the biggest poo!
Olive: 1 month and 30 days
14 April 2012
Hanging with Dadio in the sunshine.
Hanging with Dadio in the sunshine.
Olive: 1 month and 30 days
14 April 2012
Sporting another Nan-made outfit.
Sporting another Nan-made outfit.
Olive: 1 month and 30 days
13 April 2012
Breakdancing after bath time.
Breakdancing after bath time.
Olive: 1 month and 29 days
12 April 2012
Bug Baby flies in for a feed.
Bug Baby flies in for a feed.
Olive: 1 month and 28 days
12 April 2012
Looking pretty in a lovely new Nan-made outfit. Who turned out the lights!?!
Looking pretty in a lovely new Nan-made outfit. Who turned out the lights!?!
Olive: 1 month and 27 days
09 April 2012
The coolest little iPhone holder.
The coolest little iPhone holder.
Olive: 1 month and 25 days
09 April 2012
Rocking out then chilling out with Anthony at brunch at Derek & Helen's.
Rocking out then chilling out with Anthony at brunch at Derek & Helen's.
Olive: 1 month and 25 days
08 April 2012
Walking the family on Easter Sunday! Brilliant blue sky day!
Walking the family on Easter Sunday! Brilliant blue sky day!
06 April 2012
Dancing. It really is a wonderful world.
Dancing. It really is a wonderful world.
Olive: 1 month and 22 days
06 April 2012
A lovely Easter Friday brunch and a walk at the Botanicals with Andy, Nicky and Ben.
A lovely Easter Friday brunch and a walk at the Botanicals with Andy, Nicky and Ben.
06 April 2012
I slept from 8.30pm to 1.30am then 2.30am to 6.30am and am a very happy baby this morning! So are Mum and Dad.
I slept from 8.30pm to 1.30am then 2.30am to 6.30am and am a very happy baby this morning! So are Mum and Dad.
Olive: 1 month and 22 days
05 April 2012
We are now home owners!! We never thought this day would come, but we've now managed to get married, move flats, get a dog, have a baby and buy a house - all within the space of a year. We get the keys in early May … Watch this space!
We are now home owners!! We never thought this day would come, but we've now managed to get married, move flats, get a dog, have a baby and buy a house - all within the space of a year. We get the keys in early May … Watch this space!
05 April 2012
The last few nights Olive (AKA little gremlin) didn't want to go back to sleep after her early morning feed, and so she joined us for some much needed snoozles.
The last few nights Olive (AKA little gremlin) didn't want to go back to sleep after her early morning feed, and so she joined us for some much needed snoozles.
Olive: 1 month and 21 days
01 April 2012
Morning playtime in front of the heater.
Morning playtime in front of the heater.
Olive: 1 month and 17 days
31 March 2012
Smiles for Daddy
Smiles for Daddy
Olive: 1 month and 16 days
31 March 2012
What chu lookin at Willis?
What chu lookin at Willis?
Olive: 1 month and 16 days
31 March 2012
The old Carrot in the Kong trick. A healthy alternative to cheese and peanut butter. Luckily Lyon loves his veges.
The old Carrot in the Kong trick. A healthy alternative to cheese and peanut butter. Luckily Lyon loves his veges.
Lyon: 11 months and 4 days
31 March 2012
Mum gets some nudie time with little miss freckle bum.
Mum gets some nudie time with little miss freckle bum.
Olive: 1 month and 16 days
31 March 2012
Olive gets her 6 week checkup and her jabs! A little sore at first, but she quickly recovered.
Olive gets her 6 week checkup and her jabs! A little sore at first, but she quickly recovered.
Olive: 1 month and 16 days
27 March 2012
Just chilling on the couch, watching me some TV.
Just chilling on the couch, watching me some TV.
Olive: 1 month and 11 days
25 March 2012
Just chilling with Mum in my cool bumble bee top.
Just chilling with Mum in my cool bumble bee top.
Olive: 1 month and 10 days
25 March 2012
Andy and Tom took to the mountains in a ridiculously hard Mt Lowry Extreme Challenge - 22km of slippery, mountainous paths.
Andy and Tom took to the mountains in a ridiculously hard Mt Lowry Extreme Challenge - 22km of slippery, mountainous paths.
22 March 2012
First family portrait. Even Lyon is smiling!
First family portrait. Even Lyon is smiling!
Olive: 1 month and 7 days
Lyon: 10 months and 24 days
16 March 2012
It's official! Olive is legally a kiwi born baby!
It's official! Olive is legally a kiwi born baby!
Olive: 1 month and 1 day
15 March 2012
Enjoying the new playground.
Enjoying the new playground.
Olive: 1 month
14 March 2012
Trying out the Baby Bjorn from Uncle Graham and Aunty Lisa. Works a treat!
Trying out the Baby Bjorn from Uncle Graham and Aunty Lisa. Works a treat!
Olive: 27 days and 21 hours
13 March 2012
Father & daughter train for marathon around karori park
Father & daughter train for marathon around karori park
10 March 2012
Lovely weather for a brunch at the Thompsons. Two newborns, two toddlers, ten adults with three more babies on the way!
Lovely weather for a brunch at the Thompsons. Two newborns, two toddlers, ten adults with three more babies on the way!
09 March 2012
Olives first play date - with the handsome Anthony.
Olives first play date - with the handsome Anthony.
Olive: 23 days and 18 hours
06 March 2012
Snoozles in the sun.
Snoozles in the sun.
Olive: 20 days and 16 hours
05 March 2012
Sara, Luke and little Zac come to say hello.
Sara, Luke and little Zac come to say hello.
Olive: 19 days and 5 hours
03 March 2012
The Barbers come to visit. Little Felix doesn't look so little anymore!
The Barbers come to visit. Little Felix doesn't look so little anymore!
Olive: 17 days and 10 hours
26 February 2012
Olive's first car outing - to Granny and Grandpa's for brunch (which turned into lunch, as we didn't arrive until 1.30pm).
Olive's first car outing - to Granny and Grandpa's for brunch (which turned into lunch, as we didn't arrive until 1.30pm).
Olive: 10 days and 21 hours
25 February 2012
Olive getting all dressed up in the cute dress Aunty Lauren made.
Olive getting all dressed up in the cute dress Aunty Lauren made.
Olive: 9 days and 21 hours
24 February 2012
Trying to take some attention away from Olive, Lyon impresses us with a new record - 4 toys at once! Now, back to Olive.
Trying to take some attention away from Olive, Lyon impresses us with a new record - 4 toys at once! Now, back to Olive.
Lyon: 9 months and 28 days
23 February 2012
Off to bed we go.
Off to bed we go.
Olive: 8 days and 13 hours
22 February 2012
Lisa and Ricko come to say hello.
Lisa and Ricko come to say hello.
Olive: 6 days and 21 hours
20 February 2012
First full family outing. A few turns at the park on a lovely hot sunny day.
First full family outing. A few turns at the park on a lovely hot sunny day.
19 February 2012
Jo and Nicky pop around for some Olive action. Although there wasn't a lot of Olive action!
Jo and Nicky pop around for some Olive action. Although there wasn't a lot of Olive action!
Olive: 4 days and 17 hours
19 February 2012
Granny and Grandpa visit the sleeping beauty. Fur child is also back home now!
Granny and Grandpa visit the sleeping beauty. Fur child is also back home now!
Olive: 4 days and 17 hours
18 February 2012
Nige, Lana and Andy pop around to say hi.
Nige, Lana and Andy pop around to say hi.
Olive: 3 days and 14 hours
18 February 2012
Ann, our midwife, gives Olive her first bath and she loves every minute.
Ann, our midwife, gives Olive her first bath and she loves every minute.
Olive: 3 days and 11 hours
17 February 2012
Home sweet home with sleeping beauty.
Home sweet home with sleeping beauty.
Olive: 2 days and 14 hours
17 February 2012
Granny, Aunty Jen and cousin Alex come to say hello.
Granny, Aunty Jen and cousin Alex come to say hello.
Olive: 2 days and 12 hours
17 February 2012
Nan and Grandad are never far away!
Nan and Grandad are never far away!
Olive: 2 days and 12 hours
17 February 2012
First buggy ride around the park so mummy could get some much needed rest.
First buggy ride around the park so mummy could get some much needed rest.
Olive: 2 days and 9 hours
17 February 2012
The car ride home - such a sleepy wee thing.
The car ride home - such a sleepy wee thing.
Olive: 2 days and 8 hours
17 February 2012
Olive ventures out into the big wide world!
Olive ventures out into the big wide world!
Olive: 2 days and 8 hours
15 February 2012
Olive Eliza Peck joins the Tang family. Born at 2.30am, 15th of February, 2012, weighing 8lb's. So adorable.
Olive Eliza Peck joins the Tang family. Born at 2.30am, 15th of February, 2012, weighing 8lb's. So adorable.
Olive: 8 hours and 30 minutes
08 February 2012
Bean Baby at 38 weeks! Counting down the days now ...
Bean Baby at 38 weeks! Counting down the days now ...
Olive: -7 days and 2 hours
30 January 2012
Spend a lovely afternoon showering in baby talk, friends and lovely gifts for our baby bean to be!
Spend a lovely afternoon showering in baby talk, friends and lovely gifts for our baby bean to be!
Olive: -15 days and 12 hours
30 January 2012
Bean Baby at 37 Weeks!
Bean Baby at 37 Weeks!
Olive: -15 days and 16 hours
24 January 2012
A lovely morning for a post house viewing for the Turner-Peck-Prosser-Pant clan. Including the two Alex's and two dogs. We also played a game of find the poo!
A lovely morning for a post house viewing for the Turner-Peck-Prosser-Pant clan. Including the two Alex's and two dogs. We also played a game of find the poo!
24 January 2012
Bean Baby at 36 Weeks! Overdue for an update ….
Bean Baby at 36 Weeks! Overdue for an update ….
Olive: -21 days and 17 hours
24 January 2012
Lyon's new trick - picking up as many toys as possible at one time. His record is three.
Lyon's new trick - picking up as many toys as possible at one time. His record is three.
Lyon: 8 months and 28 days
20 January 2012
Gini takes a break from work to Coffee with the TurnerPants.
Gini takes a break from work to Coffee with the TurnerPants.
08 January 2012
On our last holiday leg we met up with the Turner Pants in Ohakune for some much missed Ali time.
On our last holiday leg we met up with the Turner Pants in Ohakune for some much missed Ali time.
05 January 2012
Today we took a short bush walk to Cathedral Cove for a lovely swim.
Today we took a short bush walk to Cathedral Cove for a lovely swim.
04 January 2012
Bean Baby at 33 Weeks!
Bean Baby at 33 Weeks!
Olive: -1 month and 10 days
04 January 2012
Where's Daddy? Where's Daddy??? There he is!
Where's Daddy? Where's Daddy??? There he is!
01 January 2012
Fun at Whitianga Beach. Finally we have escaped the rain!
Fun at Whitianga Beach. Finally we have escaped the rain!
29 December 2011
Boxing Day Christmas with Jen, Dave, Alex, Alan & Trish.
Boxing Day Christmas with Jen, Dave, Alex, Alan & Trish.
25 December 2011
Christmas Day. Sun, swim, croquet and a ham feast for four.
Christmas Day. Sun, swim, croquet and a ham feast for four.
23 December 2011
Lyon gets to try out the Bean Cot - fully assembled and ready to go! Quite comfy thank-you very much.
Lyon gets to try out the Bean Cot - fully assembled and ready to go! Quite comfy thank-you very much.
Olive: -1 month and 22 days
Lyon: 7 months and 26 days
23 December 2011
Lyon's first swim! He was more than happy to fetch sticks from the Hutt River.
Lyon's first swim! He was more than happy to fetch sticks from the Hutt River.
Lyon: 7 months and 26 days
20 December 2011
Today Tom took a wander up Makara Peak for the first time. Worth the slog!
Today Tom took a wander up Makara Peak for the first time. Worth the slog!
17 December 2011
Today was dress up day at doggy classes and Lyon was best dressed in his manbug outfit. He also passed Level 1 Obediance!
Today was dress up day at doggy classes and Lyon was best dressed in his manbug outfit. He also passed Level 1 Obediance!
Lyon: 7 months and 20 days
17 December 2011
Bean Baby at 31 Weeks! (Oops, missed 30 weeks!)
Bean Baby at 31 Weeks! (Oops, missed 30 weeks!)
Olive: -1 month and 28 days
15 December 2011
We just picked up four chairs to complete our table and chairs set. At least until something else takes our fancy!
We just picked up four chairs to complete our table and chairs set. At least until something else takes our fancy!
11 December 2011
Felix goes flying with Lyon, as Rup and Becs pay us a visit.
Felix goes flying with Lyon, as Rup and Becs pay us a visit.
Lyon: 7 months and 14 days
09 December 2011
Tom bakes his first cake. Gini finally gets her 30th birthday cake!
Tom bakes his first cake. Gini finally gets her 30th birthday cake!
07 December 2011
Bean Baby at 29 weeks!
Bean Baby at 29 weeks!
Olive: -2 months and 7 days
05 December 2011
Gini's second birthday dinner out - this time with Helen and Robin at the lovely Hippopotamus.
Gini's second birthday dinner out - this time with Helen and Robin at the lovely Hippopotamus.
04 December 2011
From Christmas tree farm to our lounge. We finally start to look Christmassy. Just need to get lights and ornaments now!
From Christmas tree farm to our lounge. We finally start to look Christmassy. Just need to get lights and ornaments now!
04 December 2011
A lovely rose surprise on my doorstep for my birthday. Thank you Trish and Alan! They smell divine and will be the flower that keeps on blooming!
A lovely rose surprise on my doorstep for my birthday. Thank you Trish and Alan! They smell divine and will be the flower that keeps on blooming!
04 December 2011
The last treat - smoking marshmallows - after a 10 course degustation at the White House to celebrate Gini's 30th. So tasty.
The last treat - smoking marshmallows - after a 10 course degustation at the White House to celebrate Gini's 30th. So tasty.
02 December 2011
What happens to a golf ball once Lyon gets hold of it.
What happens to a golf ball once Lyon gets hold of it.
Lyon: 7 months and 5 days
01 December 2011
Fish and Chips in the botanicals on a beautiful Wellington afternoon.
Fish and Chips in the botanicals on a beautiful Wellington afternoon.
26 November 2011
Lyon, the attention seeker, steals a Christmas cracker.
Lyon, the attention seeker, steals a Christmas cracker.
Lyon: 6 months and 30 days
25 November 2011
Bean Baby at 28 Weeks!
Bean Baby at 28 Weeks!
Olive: -2 months and 19 days
20 November 2011
Lyon makes a new buddy.
Lyon makes a new buddy.
Lyon: 6 months and 24 days
20 November 2011
We invite the Ngaio and Brisbane Turners around for a brunch in the Karori sun.
We invite the Ngaio and Brisbane Turners around for a brunch in the Karori sun.
14 November 2011
Bean Baby at 27 Weeks!
Bean Baby at 27 Weeks!
Olive: -3 months
13 November 2011
A sunny Sunday afternoon makes up for the rest of the weekends less than average weather.
A sunny Sunday afternoon makes up for the rest of the weekends less than average weather.
13 November 2011
Our beautiful wedding photos, framed in gorgeous frames get hung.
Our beautiful wedding photos, framed in gorgeous frames get hung.
13 November 2011
Gini gets creative making a cover for our new Bean Bed! So comfy.
Gini gets creative making a cover for our new Bean Bed! So comfy.
Olive: -3 months and 1 day
13 November 2011
A fun run in the yard with Charlie. A good catch up with Rup too!
A fun run in the yard with Charlie. A good catch up with Rup too!
11 November 2011
11:11:11 11/11/11. Somewhere a baby is born with an extraordinary birth date.
11:11:11 11/11/11. Somewhere a baby is born with an extraordinary birth date.
10 November 2011
Lyon, feeling much better after his surgery, decides to bring me a thank-you present for looking after him.
Lyon, feeling much better after his surgery, decides to bring me a thank-you present for looking after him.
Lyon: 6 months and 14 days
09 November 2011
Kiwi style BBQ in the rain.
Kiwi style BBQ in the rain.
07 November 2011
Lyon arrives home from the doctors after getting the snip. Poor little guy, keeps bumping into everything with his cone head.
Lyon arrives home from the doctors after getting the snip. Poor little guy, keeps bumping into everything with his cone head.
Lyon: 6 months and 11 days
07 November 2011
Another wedding gift for lucky us! A beautiful globe from the Turner+Turner+Turner+Pant siblings. Thanks guys!
Another wedding gift for lucky us! A beautiful globe from the Turner+Turner+Turner+Pant siblings. Thanks guys!
06 November 2011
We found a nice calm spot up Brooklyn Hill to watch the Guy Fawkes fireworks (and to take some blurry photos). Was very pleasant.
We found a nice calm spot up Brooklyn Hill to watch the Guy Fawkes fireworks (and to take some blurry photos). Was very pleasant.
05 November 2011
Lyon joined us for a much needed snooze in this morning before getting bored and stealing a sock.
Lyon joined us for a much needed snooze in this morning before getting bored and stealing a sock.
Lyon: 6 months and 9 days
05 November 2011
Bean Belly at 26 weeks!
Bean Belly at 26 weeks!
Olive: -3 months and 9 days
05 November 2011
Bean Baby at 26 weeks!
Bean Baby at 26 weeks!
Olive: -3 months and 9 days
30 October 2011
Jen's birthday lunch at the Botanicals. Even Lyon joined us for a tasty lunch out.
Jen's birthday lunch at the Botanicals. Even Lyon joined us for a tasty lunch out.
Lyon: 6 months and 3 days
28 October 2011
Death by chocolate cake. Even Lyon got a few drops.
Death by chocolate cake. Even Lyon got a few drops.
Lyon: 6 months and 1 day
28 October 2011
Bean Baby 25 weeks (nearly)
Bean Baby 25 weeks (nearly)
Olive: -3 months and 17 days
28 October 2011
Bean Baby Belly 25 weeks (nearly)
Bean Baby Belly 25 weeks (nearly)
Olive: -3 months and 17 days
28 October 2011
Yummy homemade pizza for dinner thanks to Gini's Italian cooking classes.
Yummy homemade pizza for dinner thanks to Gini's Italian cooking classes.
25 October 2011
This is the last time we are ever early! Tom gets to experience being 5 months pregnant at antenatal classes
This is the last time we are ever early! Tom gets to experience being 5 months pregnant at antenatal classes
24 October 2011
Watching the All Blacks scrape through to win the RWC 2011 at Andy and Nicky's. Nail biting stuff!
Watching the All Blacks scrape through to win the RWC 2011 at Andy and Nicky's. Nail biting stuff!
24 October 2011
Bean Baby 24 Weeks!
Bean Baby 24 Weeks!
Olive: -3 months and 22 days
23 October 2011
Lyon shows his skills at tunnelling, we are so proud!
Lyon shows his skills at tunnelling, we are so proud!
Lyon: 5 months and 26 days
19 October 2011
Lyon seems to like the new carpet in Lyon's ahh, I mean, Bean's room.
Lyon seems to like the new carpet in Lyon's ahh, I mean, Bean's room.
Lyon: 5 months and 22 days
18 October 2011
Bean Bump at 23 Weeks
Bean Bump at 23 Weeks
Olive: -3 months and 28 days
17 October 2011
Bean Baby 22 Weeks!
Bean Baby 22 Weeks!
Olive: -3 months and 29 days
17 October 2011
The new lawn mower struggled on the foot high stuff but was otherwise very good! Lyon helped out with the clumps left over ….
The new lawn mower struggled on the foot high stuff but was otherwise very good! Lyon helped out with the clumps left over ….
Lyon: 5 months and 20 days
16 October 2011
Lyon "meets" Nigel & Lana's fluff balls!
Lyon "meets" Nigel & Lana's fluff balls!
Lyon: 5 months and 19 days
16 October 2011
Pain setting in at the top of one of the many hills on the 22k Mountain 2 Sea race Andy and I were foolish enough to compete in. We came 5th though, so not a bad effort!
Pain setting in at the top of one of the many hills on the 22k Mountain 2 Sea race Andy and I were foolish enough to compete in. We came 5th though, so not a bad effort!
08 October 2011
Tom was lucky enough to go to the Rugby Quarter Finals between Wales and Ireland - thanks Hamish! Wales came on top on a blustery, but still fun evening.
Tom was lucky enough to go to the Rugby Quarter Finals between Wales and Ireland - thanks Hamish! Wales came on top on a blustery, but still fun evening.
08 October 2011
Bean baby - 21 weeks from the top! Tiny feet!
Bean baby - 21 weeks from the top! Tiny feet!
Olive: -4 months and 7 days
08 October 2011
Bean Baby, 21 weeks - and starting to kick!
Bean Baby, 21 weeks - and starting to kick!
Olive: -4 months and 7 days
08 October 2011
Fun at Petone Beach.
Fun at Petone Beach.
06 October 2011
Testing a new transport method for the fur child. So far so good!
Testing a new transport method for the fur child. So far so good!
04 October 2011
Lyon's new trick … Climbing onto tables! Now nothing is safe.
Lyon's new trick … Climbing onto tables! Now nothing is safe.
Lyon: 5 months and 7 days
03 October 2011
I'm trying to work back in the office now - there are many distractions for Lyon to annoy me with trying to chew. This seemed to do the trick though!
I'm trying to work back in the office now - there are many distractions for Lyon to annoy me with trying to chew. This seemed to do the trick though!
Lyon: 5 months and 6 days
01 October 2011
Pizza picnic dinner in the botanicals to soak up the last of a week of lovely sunshine.
Pizza picnic dinner in the botanicals to soak up the last of a week of lovely sunshine.
01 October 2011
Bean baby at 20 weeks!
Bean baby at 20 weeks!
Olive: -4 months and 14 days
29 September 2011
Look who met me in the botanicals to grab the last of the sun and spring flowers!
Look who met me in the botanicals to grab the last of the sun and spring flowers!
28 September 2011
Lyon - you're playing it wrong!
Lyon - you're playing it wrong!
Lyon: 5 months and 1 day
26 September 2011
Lyon loses two more teeth - these one's didn't end up in his stomach! He has a number of adult teeth coming through now, but there is still the odd baby tooth hanging on (literally).
Lyon loses two more teeth - these one's didn't end up in his stomach! He has a number of adult teeth coming through now, but there is still the odd baby tooth hanging on (literally).
Lyon: 4 months and 30 days
25 September 2011
Bean baby at 19 weeks!
Bean baby at 19 weeks!
Olive: -4 months and 20 days
24 September 2011
Ben builds up the courage to pat, stroke and pull at Lyon at Tom's Birthday BBQ Bash.
Ben builds up the courage to pat, stroke and pull at Lyon at Tom's Birthday BBQ Bash.
Lyon: 4 months and 28 days
22 September 2011
Bean at 19 weeks! Everything looks to be as it should. Two legs, two hands, big brain, a nose!
Bean at 19 weeks! Everything looks to be as it should. Two legs, two hands, big brain, a nose!
Olive: -4 months and 23 days
20 September 2011
Lyon gets his first bath!
Lyon gets his first bath!
Lyon: 4 months and 24 days
19 September 2011
Can't complain about the weather here in Brisbane. Back home, however...
Can't complain about the weather here in Brisbane. Back home, however...
18 September 2011
Relaxing day at Noosa's beautiful beach. Spot the whities.
Relaxing day at Noosa's beautiful beach. Spot the whities.
17 September 2011
Breakfast in Brisbane! Great start to the day - and a barmy 20 degrees outside already.... It's gonna be hot, hot, hot.
Breakfast in Brisbane! Great start to the day - and a barmy 20 degrees outside already.... It's gonna be hot, hot, hot.
16 September 2011
Bye bye Wellington. On our way to Brisbane for the weekend!
Bye bye Wellington. On our way to Brisbane for the weekend!
14 September 2011
Lyon has no teeth at the moment, so instead of chewing his bones, he buries them, then later digs them up to try lick them again.
Lyon has no teeth at the moment, so instead of chewing his bones, he buries them, then later digs them up to try lick them again.
Lyon: 4 months and 18 days
13 September 2011
Just a couple more hail photos … Twas crazy.
Just a couple more hail photos … Twas crazy.
13 September 2011
Just got hit by a crazy hail storm with hail the size of marbles … Lyon got caught in it going for a pee!
Just got hit by a crazy hail storm with hail the size of marbles … Lyon got caught in it going for a pee!
Lyon: 4 months and 17 days
12 September 2011
Had to hose down naughty wet dog after he was caught digging up dirt in the rain …
Had to hose down naughty wet dog after he was caught digging up dirt in the rain …
11 September 2011
Bean Baby at 17 weeks
Bean Baby at 17 weeks
Olive: -5 months and 3 days
10 September 2011
Lyon meets his match with a very puppy friendly Gray. Endless laughs!
Lyon meets his match with a very puppy friendly Gray. Endless laughs!
Lyon: 4 months and 14 days
09 September 2011
Today we were lucky enough to have lunch with Alex - then a walk in the park with Trish and Mayah. The drizzle didn't stop us!
Today we were lucky enough to have lunch with Alex - then a walk in the park with Trish and Mayah. The drizzle didn't stop us!
08 September 2011
Family portrait on the bed ….. Why? I don't know! Why not?
Family portrait on the bed ….. Why? I don't know! Why not?
06 September 2011
Today Lyon's walk was cut short by a few menacing cows on the track.
Today Lyon's walk was cut short by a few menacing cows on the track.
Lyon: 4 months and 10 days
04 September 2011
Sleepy dog on a Sunday family lie in.
Sleepy dog on a Sunday family lie in.
03 September 2011
Bean Baby at 16 Weeks
Bean Baby at 16 Weeks
Olive: -5 months and 12 days
02 September 2011
Beautiful day, beautiful walk, beautiful view. Up the back of Karori Park.
Beautiful day, beautiful walk, beautiful view. Up the back of Karori Park.
01 September 2011
Bounding about the park with long legged Sephie and scruffles (can't remember his name!)
Bounding about the park with long legged Sephie and scruffles (can't remember his name!)
29 August 2011
Lyon thinks he's the Rollo puppy.
Lyon thinks he's the Rollo puppy.
Lyon: 4 months and 2 days
29 August 2011
Lyon playing in a mud pool and looking pretty chuffed with himself afterwards!
Lyon playing in a mud pool and looking pretty chuffed with himself afterwards!
Lyon: 4 months and 2 days
28 August 2011
Skiing again - this time back at Turoa with Robin. Bluebird day again! So lucky!
Skiing again - this time back at Turoa with Robin. Bluebird day again! So lucky!
26 August 2011
Fun in the sun with 4yr old Molly.
Fun in the sun with 4yr old Molly.
25 August 2011
Lyon's new game: digging hole's in the garden and walking muddy footprints through the house.
Lyon's new game: digging hole's in the garden and walking muddy footprints through the house.
Lyon: 3 months and 29 days
25 August 2011
Today Lyon got to meet a 9yr old Border Collie called Elie (sp?). Lyon's got a way to go before he's Elie's size!
Today Lyon got to meet a 9yr old Border Collie called Elie (sp?). Lyon's got a way to go before he's Elie's size!
Lyon: 3 months and 29 days
22 August 2011
Apre Ski at the Cardrona Hotel - fantastic old pub.
Apre Ski at the Cardrona Hotel - fantastic old pub.
19 August 2011
Amazing bluebird day at Treble Cone with Shane and Jo. Stunning views.
Amazing bluebird day at Treble Cone with Shane and Jo. Stunning views.
17 August 2011
Amazing views as we come into land at Queenstown.
Amazing views as we come into land at Queenstown.
15 August 2011
Lyon goes mad underneath the dining table. 4 months old.
Lyon goes mad underneath the dining table. 4 months old.
Lyon: 3 months and 19 days
14 August 2011
Snowing in Karori! Settling too! Too much to hope for a snow day tomorrow …
Snowing in Karori! Settling too! Too much to hope for a snow day tomorrow …
07 August 2011
Lyon's big day out. Lyon's (and Tom's) first outing to Makara Beach. Beautiful sunny day.
Lyon's big day out. Lyon's (and Tom's) first outing to Makara Beach. Beautiful sunny day.
Lyon: 3 months and 11 days
05 August 2011
Sleeping little Bean Baby
Sleeping little Bean Baby
Olive: -6 months and 9 days
05 August 2011
Bean Baby has hands!
Bean Baby has hands!
Olive: -6 months and 9 days
05 August 2011
Introducing our first bean baby Peck to our family. Only 12 weeks preborn!
Introducing our first bean baby Peck to our family. Only 12 weeks preborn!
Olive: -6 months and 10 days
02 August 2011
From the top of the High Noon Express. Amazing view.
From the top of the High Noon Express. Amazing view.
31 July 2011
We had the home run track all to ourselves! BlueBird day!
We had the home run track all to ourselves! BlueBird day!
20 July 2011
Fun, sun and snow for Tang!
Fun, sun and snow for Tang!
18 July 2011
A beautiful day up the mountain today. Absolutely stunning.
A beautiful day up the mountain today. Absolutely stunning.
17 July 2011
Lyon Beanbag Mayhem
Lyon Beanbag Mayhem
Lyon: 2 months and 20 days
16 July 2011
Lyon gets his first taste of snow on a beautiful day at Mt Ruapehu.
Lyon gets his first taste of snow on a beautiful day at Mt Ruapehu.
Lyon: 2 months and 19 days
08 July 2011
A lovely sunny afternoon for once. Lyon enjoyed munching on the deck, while I enjoyed a coffee on the deck.
A lovely sunny afternoon for once. Lyon enjoyed munching on the deck, while I enjoyed a coffee on the deck.
Lyon: 2 months and 11 days
30 June 2011
We just got Grandad's table back from having a complete makeover. Doesn't it look shiny! Lyon, no chewing!
We just got Grandad's table back from having a complete makeover. Doesn't it look shiny! Lyon, no chewing!
Lyon: 2 months and 3 days
24 June 2011
A tired Lyon Peck arrives home. So adorable and fluffy!
A tired Lyon Peck arrives home. So adorable and fluffy!
Lyon: 1 month and 28 days
22 June 2011
We finally have a bed to sleep on! No more couch snuggling for us.
We finally have a bed to sleep on! No more couch snuggling for us.
16 June 2011
In our lounge flat karori- moving in this weekend!
In our lounge flat karori- moving in this weekend!
21 May 2011
A nice dusting on Mt Ruapehu. Bring on a fantastic ski season!
A nice dusting on Mt Ruapehu. Bring on a fantastic ski season!
19 May 2011
Visited Lyon at 3 weeks old! So cute!
Visited Lyon at 3 weeks old! So cute!
Lyon: 22 days and 11 hours
16 May 2011
Took the parents (-1 sickly one) out to cook your own thai cooking class. Fun and tasty for all!
Took the parents (-1 sickly one) out to cook your own thai cooking class. Fun and tasty for all!
15 May 2011
Team Tang on the train for the City Safari. Leaving Petone bound for Karori. Go Team Tang!
Team Tang on the train for the City Safari. Leaving Petone bound for Karori. Go Team Tang!
14 May 2011
Jen cuts the Blues Clues footprint for Alex's first birthday party!
Jen cuts the Blues Clues footprint for Alex's first birthday party!
13 May 2011
After 6 long weeks the girls got to try our brie cheeses! Mine looked a bit green and smelt the worst! Oh well!
After 6 long weeks the girls got to try our brie cheeses! Mine looked a bit green and smelt the worst! Oh well!
13 May 2011
Bye bye Dukey. You never came right after the long journey from London to Wellington. Now you've popped and smoked and can't be fixed. You will be missed!
Bye bye Dukey. You never came right after the long journey from London to Wellington. Now you've popped and smoked and can't be fixed. You will be missed!
11 May 2011
Lyon has opened his eyes! 2 weeks old and so cute!
Lyon has opened his eyes! 2 weeks old and so cute!
Lyon: 14 days and 16 hours
07 May 2011
Popped up to Otaki to meet Oliver the border collie pup... Watch this space!
Popped up to Otaki to meet Oliver the border collie pup... Watch this space!
Lyon: 10 days
23 April 2011
Mr & Mrs Peck! - let the drinks flow and the party begins...
Mr & Mrs Peck! - let the drinks flow and the party begins...
23 April 2011
Let the ceremony begin...
Let the ceremony begin...
23 April 2011
Gini steps back in french time to get to the wedding!
Gini steps back in french time to get to the wedding!
23 April 2011
Tom ready to leave on time for THE WEDDING!
Tom ready to leave on time for THE WEDDING!
23 April 2011
The Tang Squirrels big day begins ....
The Tang Squirrels big day begins ....
22 April 2011
The Turner, Peck and Pant clan took a hike up Mt Kaukau today to say goodbye to Lara, the family dog.
The Turner, Peck and Pant clan took a hike up Mt Kaukau today to say goodbye to Lara, the family dog.
15 April 2011
Look who arrived today - a much bigger than last time we saw him Ali! (Oh, and Lauren and Paul :-)
Look who arrived today - a much bigger than last time we saw him Ali! (Oh, and Lauren and Paul :-)
10 April 2011
Jo and Shane's beautiful wedding at Church Road vineyard in Napier. Congratulations guys!
Jo and Shane's beautiful wedding at Church Road vineyard in Napier. Congratulations guys!
02 April 2011
The girls in greytown making Brie cheese!
The girls in greytown making Brie cheese!
23 March 2011
This weekend we decided to resurrect an old family table that has been through the wars. The result is most pleasing!
This weekend we decided to resurrect an old family table that has been through the wars. The result is most pleasing!
12 March 2011
What a fantastic day it was for a wedding! Congratulations Derek and Helen - you both looked gorgeous and we both had an amazing day / night.
What a fantastic day it was for a wedding! Congratulations Derek and Helen - you both looked gorgeous and we both had an amazing day / night.
18 February 2011
Learnt how to make roses from fondant! For the wedding!
Learnt how to make roses from fondant! For the wedding!
16 February 2011
The wedding invites of all wedding invites. All ready to go!
The wedding invites of all wedding invites. All ready to go!
05 February 2011
Finally our beloved boxes arrive after a lengthy delay. It's like Christmas time in the Tang household!
Finally our beloved boxes arrive after a lengthy delay. It's like Christmas time in the Tang household!
29 January 2011
We took a trip to Weltec for a tour of the campus with the "Executive Dean". Took us back a few years! Thanks Dad!
We took a trip to Weltec for a tour of the campus with the "Executive Dean". Took us back a few years! Thanks Dad!
08 January 2011
A couple of hardcore surfers emerge from the waves of Sumner Beach, Christchurch. Hardcore!
A couple of hardcore surfers emerge from the waves of Sumner Beach, Christchurch. Hardcore!
06 January 2011
We visited Ron Mueck's weird and wonderful exhibition at the Christchurch Art Gallery.
We visited Ron Mueck's weird and wonderful exhibition at the Christchurch Art Gallery.
05 January 2011
Lisa and Graham shout us all lunch at Sticky Fingers in Christchurch for their third wedding anniversary. Yum.
Lisa and Graham shout us all lunch at Sticky Fingers in Christchurch for their third wedding anniversary. Yum.
03 January 2011
Geared up to do the Franz Josef glacier walk - unfortunately the weather was miserable (so no further photos), but was still a pretty cool experience.
Geared up to do the Franz Josef glacier walk - unfortunately the weather was miserable (so no further photos), but was still a pretty cool experience.
30 December 2010
We also had a Boxing Day Christmas Dinner with the Pecks in Taupo (not in the photo: little sleeping Alex).
We also had a Boxing Day Christmas Dinner with the Pecks in Taupo (not in the photo: little sleeping Alex).
30 December 2010
This year we had a Christmas Eve Christmas dinner with the Turner entourage up at Mount Maunganui.
This year we had a Christmas Eve Christmas dinner with the Turner entourage up at Mount Maunganui.
16 December 2010
We finally get to meet Nephew Alex 1! Such a happy little dude at 7 months.
We finally get to meet Nephew Alex 1! Such a happy little dude at 7 months.
13 December 2010
After a day biking the vineyards, we settle down to some more Malbec tastings in Mendoza, Argentina. Very tasty indeed!
After a day biking the vineyards, we settle down to some more Malbec tastings in Mendoza, Argentina. Very tasty indeed!
13 December 2010
Enjoying a (badly translated) fried yam drink? at a pretty park with a view in Santiago, Chile. Fly home tonight!
Enjoying a (badly translated) fried yam drink? at a pretty park with a view in Santiago, Chile. Fly home tonight!
07 December 2010
Gini celebrates her birthday with a few hundred flamingos on Laguna Colorada in Bolivia - just magical!
Gini celebrates her birthday with a few hundred flamingos on Laguna Colorada in Bolivia - just magical!
07 December 2010
Tom enjoys being a giant on the salt flats, west from Uyuni in Bolivia
Tom enjoys being a giant on the salt flats, west from Uyuni in Bolivia
07 December 2010
Visited one of the weird and wonderful floating islands on Lake Titicaca
Visited one of the weird and wonderful floating islands on Lake Titicaca
01 December 2010
We missed out on the Inca Trail trek due to illness, but we still managed to get to the incredible Machu Picchu! Breathtakingly awesome.
We missed out on the Inca Trail trek due to illness, but we still managed to get to the incredible Machu Picchu! Breathtakingly awesome.
28 November 2010
The old Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman, near Cusco. It's amazing what these little Inca people did with these massive stones.
The old Inca ruins of Sacsayhuaman, near Cusco. It's amazing what these little Inca people did with these massive stones.
25 November 2010
Tearing up the dunes in a buggy in Huacachina near Ica. Massive adrenaline rush!
Tearing up the dunes in a buggy in Huacachina near Ica. Massive adrenaline rush!
23 November 2010
Very interesting scenery on the bus ride from Lima to Ica.
Very interesting scenery on the bus ride from Lima to Ica.
22 November 2010
Didn't do much in the day we had in Lima, but we did have a super tasty sandwich in a nice flowery square!
Didn't do much in the day we had in Lima, but we did have a super tasty sandwich in a nice flowery square!
21 November 2010
Just boarded a 5 hour Aerolingus Argentina flight bound for Lima, Peru, where the second half of our adventure begins.
Just boarded a 5 hour Aerolingus Argentina flight bound for Lima, Peru, where the second half of our adventure begins.
21 November 2010
Today we ventured to Caminto, a fascinating area in La Boca, Buenos Aires.
Today we ventured to Caminto, a fascinating area in La Boca, Buenos Aires.
19 November 2010
Wandering the peaceful lanes in Cementerio de la Recoleta and stumbled across Evita's family plot.
Wandering the peaceful lanes in Cementerio de la Recoleta and stumbled across Evita's family plot.
19 November 2010
Enjoying a fantastically large Argentinean cookie in Mayo Square outside the Pink Palace, Buenos Aires.
Enjoying a fantastically large Argentinean cookie in Mayo Square outside the Pink Palace, Buenos Aires.
16 November 2010
Checking out the Portuguese colonial style houses in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay.
Checking out the Portuguese colonial style houses in Colonia del Sacramento, Uruguay.
15 November 2010
Steak feast #2. This time from Uruguay! We arrived at Buenos Aires after a 17 hour bus ride and decided to ferry it to a small Urugruian town called Colonia de Sacramento.
Steak feast #2. This time from Uruguay! We arrived at Buenos Aires after a 17 hour bus ride and decided to ferry it to a small Urugruian town called Colonia de Sacramento.
14 November 2010
Getting wet at the Garganta del Diablo at the Iguazu Falls, Argentina side. Absolutely incredible!
Getting wet at the Garganta del Diablo at the Iguazu Falls, Argentina side. Absolutely incredible!
13 November 2010
Fist Argentinian steak - from Puerto Iguazu, just over the border from Brazil. Many more to come!
Fist Argentinian steak - from Puerto Iguazu, just over the border from Brazil. Many more to come!
12 November 2010
Tom makes a new heavy scratchy colourful friend at Parque das Aves near Foz do Iguacu, Brazil.
Tom makes a new heavy scratchy colourful friend at Parque das Aves near Foz do Iguacu, Brazil.
10 November 2010
Just boarded the Serra Verde Express from Curitiba bound for Paranagua on the coast. A train ride - exciting! Yesterday we survived our first long bus ride of 15 hours! It was surprisingly comfy.
Just boarded the Serra Verde Express from Curitiba bound for Paranagua on the coast. A train ride - exciting! Yesterday we survived our first long bus ride of 15 hours! It was surprisingly comfy.
10 November 2010
Munching on watermelon on our own beach on Ilha do Mel island. Fantastically quiet place where we've been for the last few nights.
Munching on watermelon on our own beach on Ilha do Mel island. Fantastically quiet place where we've been for the last few nights.
07 November 2010
Amazing Escadaria de Selaron, tiled staircase in Rio by a Chilian artist. Features a few NZ tiles here and there!
Amazing Escadaria de Selaron, tiled staircase in Rio by a Chilian artist. Features a few NZ tiles here and there!
06 November 2010
Flying high over Rio! What a thrill!
Flying high over Rio! What a thrill!
04 November 2010
Amazing views from the top of the "Sugarloaf" Mountain in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Great to have the singlets back on in 29 degree heat!
Amazing views from the top of the "Sugarloaf" Mountain in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil. Great to have the singlets back on in 29 degree heat!
01 November 2010
Preparing the last of the boxes ready to be shipped to NZ tomorrow. All 20 of them!!!
Preparing the last of the boxes ready to be shipped to NZ tomorrow. All 20 of them!!!
27 October 2010
Aunty Gini and Uncle Tom meet Alex Turner. So adorable. Can we take him to South America?
Aunty Gini and Uncle Tom meet Alex Turner. So adorable. Can we take him to South America?
25 October 2010
We missed out on the champagne region but we didn't miss out on buying a couple of bottles from Calais! London here we come!
We missed out on the champagne region but we didn't miss out on buying a couple of bottles from Calais! London here we come!
25 October 2010
A Smurf sized spot in Calais as we prepare to spend possibly our last night together before ferrying to London tomorrow.
A Smurf sized spot in Calais as we prepare to spend possibly our last night together before ferrying to London tomorrow.
24 October 2010
Our last morning with Poo and moral support in a Cool Camping site. It got to -4 degrees last night!
Our last morning with Poo and moral support in a Cool Camping site. It got to -4 degrees last night!
24 October 2010
We put bottoms to seats in the freezing cold and cycled 56KM Echternach to Diekirch return and rewarded with a lovely river & forest ride and a hot soup half way!
We put bottoms to seats in the freezing cold and cycled 56KM Echternach to Diekirch return and rewarded with a lovely river & forest ride and a hot soup half way!
22 October 2010
Today we limped our way to a small town in Luxembourg called Echternach. Wild camping with Cath and Si before we bikeride down the river tomorrow. Should be nice!
Today we limped our way to a small town in Luxembourg called Echternach. Wild camping with Cath and Si before we bikeride down the river tomorrow. Should be nice!
21 October 2010
Hitching a poo ride back to Stuttgart to pick up naughty Smurf through the enchanted black forest as it started to snow!
Hitching a poo ride back to Stuttgart to pick up naughty Smurf through the enchanted black forest as it started to snow!
20 October 2010
Just purchased Tom's birthday clock! with a cockoo inside in a little town of Triberg, Black Forest. It was a hard choice! but it is in the post!
Just purchased Tom's birthday clock! with a cockoo inside in a little town of Triberg, Black Forest. It was a hard choice! but it is in the post!
19 October 2010
Smurf was good for a week and then had oil diarrhea on route to the Black Forest but now off to Stuttgart to the VW specialists.
Smurf was good for a week and then had oil diarrhea on route to the Black Forest but now off to Stuttgart to the VW specialists.
18 October 2010
A night out in Munich with Cath, Si and their friend (a local) Tom. Steins, meat and a trip to an over 30's club. Great night out!
A night out in Munich with Cath, Si and their friend (a local) Tom. Steins, meat and a trip to an over 30's club. Great night out!
18 October 2010
Awaiting a little Mozart at a little church in Salzburg. The lady who played had the most distracting facial expressions!
Awaiting a little Mozart at a little church in Salzburg. The lady who played had the most distracting facial expressions!
15 October 2010
Tom with his new hat in Residenzplatz, Salzburg. Tomorrow we see if the hills are still alive and hopefully see a Mozart piano concert.
Tom with his new hat in Residenzplatz, Salzburg. Tomorrow we see if the hills are still alive and hopefully see a Mozart piano concert.
15 October 2010
Tasty Edelweiss wheat beer and goulash at a restaurant overlooking Hallstatt - a massive one hour hike to get here!
Tasty Edelweiss wheat beer and goulash at a restaurant overlooking Hallstatt - a massive one hour hike to get here!
13 October 2010
Decided to pop in to Hallstatt, Austria, on our way to Salzburg. Tomorrow we go a walking in the hills!
Decided to pop in to Hallstatt, Austria, on our way to Salzburg. Tomorrow we go a walking in the hills!
10 October 2010
Tom retrieves our left behind mat as we past Selce on our return journey & hopefully last coastal drive out of Croatia!
Tom retrieves our left behind mat as we past Selce on our return journey & hopefully last coastal drive out of Croatia!
09 October 2010
We get Smurfy back finally! So Tom decides to do some quick maintenance on the tap before we hopefully leave Croatia for the last time. Here we come Slovenia!
We get Smurfy back finally! So Tom decides to do some quick maintenance on the tap before we hopefully leave Croatia for the last time. Here we come Slovenia!
07 October 2010
We decided to venture to Zadar's old town tonight to see the funky light show from in front of the waterfront sea organ. Pretty fantastic! Hopefully only one day left waiting for Smurfy before we head on out of Croatia for the last time.
We decided to venture to Zadar's old town tonight to see the funky light show from in front of the waterfront sea organ. Pretty fantastic! Hopefully only one day left waiting for Smurfy before we head on out of Croatia for the last time.
03 October 2010
Porridge for two, at a small seaside campsite 1hr out from Zadar. Have to love Croatian weather!
Porridge for two, at a small seaside campsite 1hr out from Zadar. Have to love Croatian weather!
01 October 2010
We are back in Croatia! We are taking the very long and slow road back to Zadar as Smurfy is still sick and his medic is back there. We've decided to extend our Smurf trip a few weeks to allow for the back tracking. Wish us and Smurf luck we get it sorted this time!
We are back in Croatia! We are taking the very long and slow road back to Zadar as Smurfy is still sick and his medic is back there. We've decided to extend our Smurf trip a few weeks to allow for the back tracking. Wish us and Smurf luck we get it sorted this time!
28 September 2010
Tom get's his Vienna Schnitzel birthday dinner - a day late, but well worth the wait!
Tom get's his Vienna Schnitzel birthday dinner - a day late, but well worth the wait!
27 September 2010
Tasty Viennese coffee (Melange) and chocolate cake for supper after a wander around town.
Tasty Viennese coffee (Melange) and chocolate cake for supper after a wander around town.
26 September 2010
Tom gets his birthday breakfast from a small town in Austria called Hartberg where we stayed last night to shelter from the downpour.
Tom gets his birthday breakfast from a small town in Austria called Hartberg where we stayed last night to shelter from the downpour.
24 September 2010
Saying goodbye to Marin, our friendly Croatian mechanic, so we can leave the tent behind for Smurfy once again!
Saying goodbye to Marin, our friendly Croatian mechanic, so we can leave the tent behind for Smurfy once again!
23 September 2010
Delicious (and cheap!) Goulash, Bread Dumplings and Chips at a pub in pretty Bled, Slovenia.
Delicious (and cheap!) Goulash, Bread Dumplings and Chips at a pub in pretty Bled, Slovenia.
22 September 2010
Enjoying our hot tea at the top of peak Visevnik after a lost then found hard trail up in the Julian Alps.
Enjoying our hot tea at the top of peak Visevnik after a lost then found hard trail up in the Julian Alps.
21 September 2010
Camping old school at Bohinj Lake, Slovenia. Dropped in temperature but enjoying getting back to nature.
Camping old school at Bohinj Lake, Slovenia. Dropped in temperature but enjoying getting back to nature.
21 September 2010
Smurfy got over excited after spending time with Poo and had a heart attack on the way to Zadar :(. He's off to a spa retreat for a few days so we've hired a car to explore Slovenia - camping style! Get well soon Smurfy.
Smurfy got over excited after spending time with Poo and had a heart attack on the way to Zadar :(. He's off to a spa retreat for a few days so we've hired a car to explore Slovenia - camping style! Get well soon Smurfy.
18 September 2010
Driving in convoy with poo & flatties to Zadar for some night action. First rainy day in 9 weeks!
Driving in convoy with poo & flatties to Zadar for some night action. First rainy day in 9 weeks!
18 September 2010
Taking a stroll through Plitvice National Park with Si and Cath. Remarkable place but a pity about all the tourists.
Taking a stroll through Plitvice National Park with Si and Cath. Remarkable place but a pity about all the tourists.
18 September 2010
Smurfy gets to catch up with Poo in Plitvice National Park, Croatia. Great to catch up with out old flatties Si and Cath on their van tour.
Smurfy gets to catch up with Poo in Plitvice National Park, Croatia. Great to catch up with out old flatties Si and Cath on their van tour.
16 September 2010
An amazing dip or three in the Krka National Park waterfalls at Skradinski Buk - very refreshing followed by a spot of wine lunch
An amazing dip or three in the Krka National Park waterfalls at Skradinski Buk - very refreshing followed by a spot of wine lunch
15 September 2010
Fantastic fish eye mirror near Camp Mario, Bol, Brac Island. Beautiful weather today so to the beach we go!
Fantastic fish eye mirror near Camp Mario, Bol, Brac Island. Beautiful weather today so to the beach we go!
14 September 2010
Just jumped onto a car ferry to Brac island, destination Bol. Best white pebble beach ever! Bit of a whim but what the hay :).Â
Just jumped onto a car ferry to Brac island, destination Bol. Best white pebble beach ever! Bit of a whim but what the hay :).Â
14 September 2010
The incredible view from Vosac peak on Biokovo National Park, Croatia. Worth the hike up!
The incredible view from Vosac peak on Biokovo National Park, Croatia. Worth the hike up!
12 September 2010
Walking the amazing walls in Dubrovnik. Loving this place!
Walking the amazing walls in Dubrovnik. Loving this place!
11 September 2010
We woke up this morning with a new friend - Purry, pronounced "Perry". Can we keep her?
We woke up this morning with a new friend - Purry, pronounced "Perry". Can we keep her?
10 September 2010
Lunch with Em and Seb in pretty little Perast, Montenegro. One night here in Kotor before we return to Dubrovnik.
Lunch with Em and Seb in pretty little Perast, Montenegro. One night here in Kotor before we return to Dubrovnik.
10 September 2010
Having fun with Em and Seb at the amazing views over Kotor Bay, Montenegro.
Having fun with Em and Seb at the amazing views over Kotor Bay, Montenegro.
08 September 2010
Made it to the ferry bound to Dubrovnik. A little crazy finding where to go and get our tickets, but all relaxed now on the love boat.
Made it to the ferry bound to Dubrovnik. A little crazy finding where to go and get our tickets, but all relaxed now on the love boat.
08 September 2010
Last day on Amalfi coast before we drop the guests back at Naples before heading across country to Bari to overnight ferry to Dubrovnik.
Last day on Amalfi coast before we drop the guests back at Naples before heading across country to Bari to overnight ferry to Dubrovnik.
07 September 2010
Sorrento's "free beach" with Marcus and Jess. Two nights of camping on the Almalfi coast with our new guests. Tomorrow we drive the coastline!
Sorrento's "free beach" with Marcus and Jess. Two nights of camping on the Almalfi coast with our new guests. Tomorrow we drive the coastline!
05 September 2010
A spot of spring cleaning as we take the airmattress out for an airing or washing? great fun wait for me Tom!
A spot of spring cleaning as we take the airmattress out for an airing or washing? great fun wait for me Tom!
05 September 2010
Enjoying a beer on the beach after a lovely swim - just over an hour until Napoli to meet JAM
Enjoying a beer on the beach after a lovely swim - just over an hour until Napoli to meet JAM
03 September 2010
We stop at another pretty lakeside town on our way south through Italy, this one Bolsena.
We stop at another pretty lakeside town on our way south through Italy, this one Bolsena.
31 August 2010
Expresso macchiatto with the Turner parents in Bellagio, Lake Como.
Expresso macchiatto with the Turner parents in Bellagio, Lake Como.
31 August 2010
Waiting for the lake ferry in Menaggio to return to Bellagio after a day of visiting the pretty surrounding villages.
Waiting for the lake ferry in Menaggio to return to Bellagio after a day of visiting the pretty surrounding villages.
28 August 2010
Sunset swim and wild camping near Montepiller tonight. Beautiful beach. Back to the familiarity of France.Â
Sunset swim and wild camping near Montepiller tonight. Beautiful beach. Back to the familiarity of France.Â
28 August 2010
Caught up with Don and Salina in Barcelona for two nights. Lots of fun and great food!
Caught up with Don and Salina in Barcelona for two nights. Lots of fun and great food!
26 August 2010
Smurfy spent last night at a police impound in Barcelona after getting broken into and noticed by police and towed away! So very lucky that nothing was stolen. Counting our lucky stars today.
Smurfy spent last night at a police impound in Barcelona after getting broken into and noticed by police and towed away! So very lucky that nothing was stolen. Counting our lucky stars today.
24 August 2010
Stopped off for a night at a beautiful pebbly beach campsite on our way to Barcelona to catch up with The Don.
Stopped off for a night at a beautiful pebbly beach campsite on our way to Barcelona to catch up with The Don.
23 August 2010
Marveling at the incredible architecture in Valencia.
Marveling at the incredible architecture in Valencia.
22 August 2010
Catching up with some old (Nat) and some new (Marcus) friends near Alicante. Two nights in a real bed in a real villa! What a treat!
Catching up with some old (Nat) and some new (Marcus) friends near Alicante. Two nights in a real bed in a real villa! What a treat!
21 August 2010
Enjoying some quiet time in Madrid's fantastic Parque del Retiro.
Enjoying some quiet time in Madrid's fantastic Parque del Retiro.
20 August 2010
Cool dude with his new hat and his cool spray fan. Swim time! Yay for the warm water of the Med!
Cool dude with his new hat and his cool spray fan. Swim time! Yay for the warm water of the Med!
19 August 2010
A spot of rain out the door this morning just south of Alicante. Pretty happy we're not in a tent at this point!
A spot of rain out the door this morning just south of Alicante. Pretty happy we're not in a tent at this point!
16 August 2010
Never far from a dip to cool off in, in Toledo, Spain. Campsite has a massive 25m pool! Delicious.
Never far from a dip to cool off in, in Toledo, Spain. Campsite has a massive 25m pool! Delicious.
15 August 2010
Bye bye Portugal. Well hello there again Espanha!
Bye bye Portugal. Well hello there again Espanha!
14 August 2010
A quick stop at Lisbon's castle before we head out east, Spain bound (via a final Portuguese night in Evora).
A quick stop at Lisbon's castle before we head out east, Spain bound (via a final Portuguese night in Evora).
13 August 2010
Biking through the mist of Parque Natural de Sintra Cascais on the way to Sintra Vile
Biking through the mist of Parque Natural de Sintra Cascais on the way to Sintra Vile
12 August 2010
5* camping outside of Sintra? No, but it feels like it. Nice to have a pool to cool off in.
5* camping outside of Sintra? No, but it feels like it. Nice to have a pool to cool off in.
10 August 2010
Playing chicken with the big waves on a beach near Nazare, Portugal. The waves always win, but great fun.
Playing chicken with the big waves on a beach near Nazare, Portugal. The waves always win, but great fun.
09 August 2010
Delicious fish stew and quite possibly the best bread Tom has tasted. Aveiro, Portugal.
Delicious fish stew and quite possibly the best bread Tom has tasted. Aveiro, Portugal.
09 August 2010
Port tasting surrounded by vineyards at Quinta Nova vineyard. It's about 40 degrees here so we're looking forward to returning to the sea breeze!Â
Port tasting surrounded by vineyards at Quinta Nova vineyard. It's about 40 degrees here so we're looking forward to returning to the sea breeze!Â
08 August 2010
Porto's porto with old town behind. Another beautiful day in paradise.
Porto's porto with old town behind. Another beautiful day in paradise.
07 August 2010
Back to the coast we reach. This one the north coast of Portugal. Beautiful weather but cold seas!
Back to the coast we reach. This one the north coast of Portugal. Beautiful weather but cold seas!
06 August 2010
Tasty octopus and sangria at Santiago De Compostela. A little overrun by tourists so we're heading back to the coast tomorrow - bound for Porto!
Tasty octopus and sangria at Santiago De Compostela. A little overrun by tourists so we're heading back to the coast tomorrow - bound for Porto!
05 August 2010
Amazing beach after amazing beach as we drive and swim our way west along Spains coast.
Amazing beach after amazing beach as we drive and swim our way west along Spains coast.
05 August 2010
Gini makes a new friend "Azreal" in Llanes, Spain. No, we cant take her with us.
Gini makes a new friend "Azreal" in Llanes, Spain. No, we cant take her with us.
03 August 2010
Opening the cork to our bottle of local cider, in Llanes, Spain. We had a quiet day in today to keep dry from the rain. (I thought it never rained in Spain?)
Opening the cork to our bottle of local cider, in Llanes, Spain. We had a quiet day in today to keep dry from the rain. (I thought it never rained in Spain?)
01 August 2010
Did a spot of "wild camping" last night in Elexalde as the campsite was too full to fit Smurfy.
Did a spot of "wild camping" last night in Elexalde as the campsite was too full to fit Smurfy.
31 July 2010
San Sebastian beach. Absolute paradise.
San Sebastian beach. Absolute paradise.
29 July 2010
At the beach at Biscarrosse. So far our favourite beach. Especially as we were swimming at 8.30pm. So nice.
At the beach at Biscarrosse. So far our favourite beach. Especially as we were swimming at 8.30pm. So nice.
27 July 2010
Stopped at a small beach outside La Rochelle for a quick dip. Very hot here today!
Stopped at a small beach outside La Rochelle for a quick dip. Very hot here today!
26 July 2010
Escargot entree in Blois before saying goodbye to Anna and Perry. Chewy garlic. Interesting.
Escargot entree in Blois before saying goodbye to Anna and Perry. Chewy garlic. Interesting.
25 July 2010
Lunch at Chateau Chambord. Baguettes and red wine. How French.
Lunch at Chateau Chambord. Baguettes and red wine. How French.
24 July 2010
Crepe preparation underway with Anna and Perry in Blois after a bike ride to Cheverny Chateau and back.
Crepe preparation underway with Anna and Perry in Blois after a bike ride to Cheverny Chateau and back.
23 July 2010
Site 220 in Blois, Loire Valley right by the Loire river - parfais!
Site 220 in Blois, Loire Valley right by the Loire river - parfais!
22 July 2010
Big day! Gini takes the Smurfy reigns for the first time.
Big day! Gini takes the Smurfy reigns for the first time.
22 July 2010
Crepes and wine for two in cute little Vitre.
Crepes and wine for two in cute little Vitre.
21 July 2010
Very cool castle in Vitre. Can we have one?
Very cool castle in Vitre. Can we have one?
20 July 2010
Returning from our bikeride to the impressive fortress Mont Saint-Michel.
Returning from our bikeride to the impressive fortress Mont Saint-Michel.
19 July 2010
A well earned Cider after a day of sun and biking. Bit pink round the edges.
A well earned Cider after a day of sun and biking. Bit pink round the edges.
19 July 2010
Tasty baguettes on Omaha beach. No sign of the war.
Tasty baguettes on Omaha beach. No sign of the war.
18 July 2010
Dinner on it's way - night 2 - Bayeux, France. Nom nom nom. Biking to Omaha beach tomorrow for a swim with the mines.
Dinner on it's way - night 2 - Bayeux, France. Nom nom nom. Biking to Omaha beach tomorrow for a swim with the mines.
16 July 2010
Our vw van was christened smurfy today ready for tomorrows adventure!
Our vw van was christened smurfy today ready for tomorrows adventure!
15 July 2010
Celebrating something new for all of us. Flat, baby and adventures.
Celebrating something new for all of us. Flat, baby and adventures.
14 July 2010
Celebrating 5 years of togetherness in style at Gordon Ramsey at Claridges. Yum yum full tum!
Celebrating 5 years of togetherness in style at Gordon Ramsey at Claridges. Yum yum full tum!
07 July 2010
I got my Clear Channel English teapot present from Fortnum & Mason
I got my Clear Channel English teapot present from Fortnum & Mason
04 July 2010
Lauren gets a surprise afternoon tea party Baby Shower with all the London girls
Lauren gets a surprise afternoon tea party Baby Shower with all the London girls
01 July 2010
My last day at CCO Design & Marketing team, a bunch of lovely people to work with
My last day at CCO Design & Marketing team, a bunch of lovely people to work with
27 June 2010
Guess who we saw tonight, on the hottest day in London! Sir Paul McCartney himself! Not showing his age one bit with a near 3 hour set with two encores. Amazing.
Guess who we saw tonight, on the hottest day in London! Sir Paul McCartney himself! Not showing his age one bit with a near 3 hour set with two encores. Amazing.
26 June 2010
Enjoying the hot sun and tasty food at our Leaving London BBQ.
Enjoying the hot sun and tasty food at our Leaving London BBQ.
25 June 2010
Rocking out to Pearl Jam in Hyde Park's Hard Rock Calling.
Rocking out to Pearl Jam in Hyde Park's Hard Rock Calling.
23 June 2010
A few cocktails on clear channel outdoor watching the English win!
A few cocktails on clear channel outdoor watching the English win!
20 June 2010
Took a hike up a hill from Aurland, Norway to see this amazing view.
Took a hike up a hill from Aurland, Norway to see this amazing view.
14 June 2010
A Toast to New Zealand at the Toast Festival, Richmond Park.
A Toast to New Zealand at the Toast Festival, Richmond Park.
04 June 2010
3 rows back at Mark Knopfler concert at the Royal Albert Hall. Fantastic!
3 rows back at Mark Knopfler concert at the Royal Albert Hall. Fantastic!
03 June 2010
A spot of lunch and a walk around Chester with Uncle Peter on our way back from Ireland.
A spot of lunch and a walk around Chester with Uncle Peter on our way back from Ireland.
31 May 2010
A scenic spot of cliffs and some pretty pink flowers, aren't they Tom?
A scenic spot of cliffs and some pretty pink flowers, aren't they Tom?
30 May 2010
"Wild camping" near Ballybunion, Ireland. Fish and chips for dinner and falling asleep to a beautiful sunset. What more could you ask for?
"Wild camping" near Ballybunion, Ireland. Fish and chips for dinner and falling asleep to a beautiful sunset. What more could you ask for?
27 May 2010
The amazing view from near the top of Mount Snowdon. The weather gods surely shined upon us today!
The amazing view from near the top of Mount Snowdon. The weather gods surely shined upon us today!
25 May 2010
Beautiful morning here in Wales as prepare to climb Mount Snowdon.
Beautiful morning here in Wales as prepare to climb Mount Snowdon.
23 May 2010
Two Captain America's and a Wonder Woman make it to the Sevens at Twickenham.
Two Captain America's and a Wonder Woman make it to the Sevens at Twickenham.
23 May 2010
Horse Riding in the Black Mountains in Wales with the kiwi girls!
Horse Riding in the Black Mountains in Wales with the kiwi girls!
19 May 2010
Last minute tickets took us to see the magnificent Wellingtonian duo tonight.
Last minute tickets took us to see the magnificent Wellingtonian duo tonight.
17 May 2010
My late surprise Birthday present from Tom, I just love it!
My late surprise Birthday present from Tom, I just love it!
06 May 2010
Traveller Smurf spotted again - this time on the Giants Causeway in Northern Ireland!
Traveller Smurf spotted again - this time on the Giants Causeway in Northern Ireland!
24 April 2010
CCO girls trip to the Dam, next to canal in the Red Light district.
CCO girls trip to the Dam, next to canal in the Red Light district.
19 April 2010
A Smurf was spotted in Clissold Park today - which can only mean one thing - summer has arrived!
A Smurf was spotted in Clissold Park today - which can only mean one thing - summer has arrived!
19 April 2010
Enjoying a tasty coffee after a visit to the Columbia Road Flower Market (with Cath, Simon (flatties) and Jacko).
Enjoying a tasty coffee after a visit to the Columbia Road Flower Market (with Cath, Simon (flatties) and Jacko).
11 April 2010
Whole Pig (and one Trout) for 13 at the Albion. Super sunny tasty!
Whole Pig (and one Trout) for 13 at the Albion. Super sunny tasty!
05 April 2010
Tom makes a hairy friend on our way through Glen Coe. Just outstanding scenery.
Tom makes a hairy friend on our way through Glen Coe. Just outstanding scenery.
04 April 2010
In front of one of the many "mirror" Loch's in Scotland
In front of one of the many "mirror" Loch's in Scotland
22 March 2010
An infrared stroll through Clissold park
An infrared stroll through Clissold park
22 February 2010
Enjoying a spot of tea from our working gas hob in our smurf mobile in Bath, everything works! he passed the test!
Enjoying a spot of tea from our working gas hob in our smurf mobile in Bath, everything works! he passed the test!
14 February 2010
Guess what we bought! We call him smurfy the vw transporter! Bring on summer
Guess what we bought! We call him smurfy the vw transporter! Bring on summer
07 February 2010
The four of us had an amazing day up at the Hintertuxer Gletscher (Glacier). The views were spectacular!
The four of us had an amazing day up at the Hintertuxer Gletscher (Glacier). The views were spectacular!
03 February 2010
Paul, with the incredible back drop of the Austrian Alps behind him. Magical!
Paul, with the incredible back drop of the Austrian Alps behind him. Magical!
25 January 2010
Tom making colour splatters on a digital screen at the decode exhibition, v&a museum.
Tom making colour splatters on a digital screen at the decode exhibition, v&a museum.
24 January 2010
All moved in to our new flat just around the corner with our new flatties. No. 64 in an old Bakery!
All moved in to our new flat just around the corner with our new flatties. No. 64 in an old Bakery!
20 January 2010
Moving day! Everything packed and waiting for "man with a van" to arrive. Easiest move ever.
Moving day! Everything packed and waiting for "man with a van" to arrive. Easiest move ever.
07 January 2010
Just a light dusting of snow. No snow day I'm afraid!
Just a light dusting of snow. No snow day I'm afraid!
31 December 2009
Jo and Dave join us for New Years Eve festivities in Istanbul.
Jo and Dave join us for New Years Eve festivities in Istanbul.
29 December 2009
The heavens opened up on us in Cappadocia.
The heavens opened up on us in Cappadocia.
29 December 2009
On top of the world in Cappadocia!
On top of the world in Cappadocia!
26 December 2009
In front of the Blue Mosque at night in Istanbul.
In front of the Blue Mosque at night in Istanbul.
22 December 2009
More snow! But will it last long enough for a white Christmas and not prevent us from flying out on boxing day?
More snow! But will it last long enough for a white Christmas and not prevent us from flying out on boxing day?
19 December 2009
Free showing of the LSO at the Barbican thanks to soon to be flatmates. Fantastic finale with Ravel's Bolero (the only song we actually recognised)!
Free showing of the LSO at the Barbican thanks to soon to be flatmates. Fantastic finale with Ravel's Bolero (the only song we actually recognised)!
14 December 2009
Wine and cheese at Selfridges wonder bar. Tasty splodgy cheese with pear!
Wine and cheese at Selfridges wonder bar. Tasty splodgy cheese with pear!
12 December 2009
Clear Channel's Xmas party in the Penthouse on Leicester square - where the sparkles begun! I even got best dressed! got the sparkle gold!
Clear Channel's Xmas party in the Penthouse on Leicester square - where the sparkles begun! I even got best dressed! got the sparkle gold!
12 December 2009
Delete Christmas dinner at the Albion. Tasty, drunken, madness!
Delete Christmas dinner at the Albion. Tasty, drunken, madness!
09 December 2009
Outside the Royal Albert Hall after a splendid Yasuf (AKA Cat Stevens) concert. Famous last words!
Outside the Royal Albert Hall after a splendid Yasuf (AKA Cat Stevens) concert. Famous last words!
07 December 2009
Enjoying a festive egg nog around our first English Christmas tree. Bring on the season to be jolly.
Enjoying a festive egg nog around our first English Christmas tree. Bring on the season to be jolly.
23 November 2009
Tasty gluvine at the German Christmas market on the south bank.
Tasty gluvine at the German Christmas market on the south bank.
02 November 2009
Pop off to Oxford for a Clear Channel Conference for the weekend and we all scrubbed up nicely for the evening out.IMG_9674.JPG
Pop off to Oxford for a Clear Channel Conference for the weekend and we all scrubbed up nicely for the evening out.IMG_9674.JPG
25 October 2009
Shunt club free wall running performance for rachel's birthday in London bridge
Shunt club free wall running performance for rachel's birthday in London bridge
03 October 2009
250 tasty little coffee pods arrived, courtesy of Graham and Lisa :)
250 tasty little coffee pods arrived, courtesy of Graham and Lisa :)
27 September 2009
James joins us for a tasty tagine birthday dinner, and umpteen drinks!
James joins us for a tasty tagine birthday dinner, and umpteen drinks!
17 September 2009
A happy, blurry Tom outside the Brixton Academy about to see Massive Attack!
A happy, blurry Tom outside the Brixton Academy about to see Massive Attack!
14 September 2009
The final night of drunken antic cabin fever aboard our Croatian vessel.
The final night of drunken antic cabin fever aboard our Croatian vessel.
05 September 2009
Day one, Sailing Croatia - Fresh supplies! Beer, bread & wine
Day one, Sailing Croatia - Fresh supplies! Beer, bread & wine
29 August 2009
Wray Castle was an unexpected surprise. They are looking for new residents too - perhaps we should apply?
Wray Castle was an unexpected surprise. They are looking for new residents too - perhaps we should apply?
28 August 2009
Packed lunch - part way through our 5 hour Paddy trek near Windermere.
Packed lunch - part way through our 5 hour Paddy trek near Windermere.
28 August 2009
Mossy walls around lake Grasmere.
Mossy walls around lake Grasmere.
23 August 2009
Stopping for a rest with the magical back drop of Riomaggiorre in the background.
Stopping for a rest with the magical back drop of Riomaggiorre in the background.
22 August 2009
Waiting for the bus in Pisa, on our way to the Cinque Terre walk!
Waiting for the bus in Pisa, on our way to the Cinque Terre walk!
17 August 2009
Crazy flower on our afternoon stroll around the park in the lovely English sun!
Crazy flower on our afternoon stroll around the park in the lovely English sun!
27 July 2009
About to be scared (and impressed by Andy's girly scream) at "Lady in Black"
About to be scared (and impressed by Andy's girly scream) at "Lady in Black"
26 July 2009
Best fish and chips in town at "The Rock & Sole Plaice"
Best fish and chips in town at "The Rock & Sole Plaice"
25 July 2009
Andy and Nicky from Canada and Marcus and Jess from the south join us for drinks followed by dinner at a lovely pub in Islington after spending the day in Greenwich.
Andy and Nicky from Canada and Marcus and Jess from the south join us for drinks followed by dinner at a lovely pub in Islington after spending the day in Greenwich.
12 July 2009
Peter, Gini and Pat search for Darcy at Chatsworth. Nowhere to be found - luckily for Tom
Peter, Gini and Pat search for Darcy at Chatsworth. Nowhere to be found - luckily for Tom
10 July 2009
Outside Wembley stadium, about to see Kasabian followed by Oasis!! Last time we saw them was back in 98 at a short lived concert in Wellington.
Outside Wembley stadium, about to see Kasabian followed by Oasis!! Last time we saw them was back in 98 at a short lived concert in Wellington.
05 July 2009
Picnic in the park at Hampstead Heath followed by a swim in the ponds and some Swedish music!
Picnic in the park at Hampstead Heath followed by a swim in the ponds and some Swedish music!
28 June 2009
Toast in Clapham Common with a slice of sun, wine, beer and Dobbyn. Heaven.
Toast in Clapham Common with a slice of sun, wine, beer and Dobbyn. Heaven.
25 June 2009
The famous wine has arrived! Finally! Just in time for summer. Bottoms up!
The famous wine has arrived! Finally! Just in time for summer. Bottoms up!
19 June 2009
A spot of Lion King theatre with some friendly familar faces Sara & Luke. Costumes were amazing!
A spot of Lion King theatre with some friendly familar faces Sara & Luke. Costumes were amazing!
08 June 2009
F&C's date after a long week apart!
F&C's date after a long week apart!
05 June 2009
Last day in paradise, Our villa in Pefkos, Rhodes Island in Greece
Last day in paradise, Our villa in Pefkos, Rhodes Island in Greece
04 June 2009
St Pauls Greek Orthodox church - Tom wasn't there so I married a Greek instead!
St Pauls Greek Orthodox church - Tom wasn't there so I married a Greek instead!
03 June 2009
Just another day in paradise, by the pool, book in hand and of course in Greece!
Just another day in paradise, by the pool, book in hand and of course in Greece!
02 June 2009
Lindos Ancient Roman ruins above the city, Turquiose sea below
Lindos Ancient Roman ruins above the city, Turquiose sea below
01 June 2009
Our Fat Greek Dinner at Enigma - Yum!
Our Fat Greek Dinner at Enigma - Yum!
31 May 2009
Swimming in the pool in the villa, miss you Tom Tom!
Swimming in the pool in the villa, miss you Tom Tom!
29 May 2009
The siblings in their sunday best for an old fashion English Wedding
The siblings in their sunday best for an old fashion English Wedding
29 May 2009
The whole Turner Family at Woody & Jo's Wedding
The whole Turner Family at Woody & Jo's Wedding
26 May 2009
A water lilly in Kew Gardens
A water lilly in Kew Gardens
25 May 2009
Kew gardens on the hot bank holiday definitely ice cream weather!
Kew gardens on the hot bank holiday definitely ice cream weather!
25 May 2009
Picnic in the Clapham common Antipodean style! Summer is here!
Picnic in the Clapham common Antipodean style! Summer is here!
18 May 2009
Two Grahams, three Turners, one Jo and a Tom out to brunch at Ottolinghi's(sp) to help pass the jetlag.
Two Grahams, three Turners, one Jo and a Tom out to brunch at Ottolinghi's(sp) to help pass the jetlag.
16 May 2009
Found the royal opera house while finding our way home one winter night
Found the royal opera house while finding our way home one winter night
15 May 2009
Found ourselves a new couch on the side walk! bargain!
Found ourselves a new couch on the side walk! bargain!
03 May 2009
Let the long walk begin from the gates of Windsor Castle 5 km to be exact.
Let the long walk begin from the gates of Windsor Castle 5 km to be exact.
25 April 2009
Who ate all the pies in Highbury Fields? Tom did! Bring on the summer!
Who ate all the pies in Highbury Fields? Tom did! Bring on the summer!
18 April 2009
Chilaxing in Victoria Park with our temporary flatties Marcus and Jess.
Chilaxing in Victoria Park with our temporary flatties Marcus and Jess.
15 April 2009
Jen's big day and the three siblings together once again and looking mighty fine, might I add!
Jen's big day and the three siblings together once again and looking mighty fine, might I add!
09 April 2009
Out celebrating Nigels 30th at a 9 course de-gustation at Citron. Love my photoshop work!
Out celebrating Nigels 30th at a 9 course de-gustation at Citron. Love my photoshop work!
07 April 2009
Our New Zealand Engagement Party made it feel very real! Great excuse to catch up with everyone in NZ.
Our New Zealand Engagement Party made it feel very real! Great excuse to catch up with everyone in NZ.
06 April 2009
A surprise visit from Brother and Sister, followed by a yum NZ dinner at Tinakori Bistro!
A surprise visit from Brother and Sister, followed by a yum NZ dinner at Tinakori Bistro!
01 April 2009
Outside Nijô Castle in Kyoto. Amazing and very beautiful. Where can we get one?
Outside Nijô Castle in Kyoto. Amazing and very beautiful. Where can we get one?
31 March 2009
Munching on some tasty deep fried potato treat - coated in what tastes like the colonial's 11 secret herbs and spices!
Munching on some tasty deep fried potato treat - coated in what tastes like the colonial's 11 secret herbs and spices!
30 March 2009
A bullet train to Kyoto leads to cherry blossom splendour!
A bullet train to Kyoto leads to cherry blossom splendour!
27 March 2009
We have arrived! visited our local market and temple in Asakura, Tokyo
We have arrived! visited our local market and temple in Asakura, Tokyo
25 March 2009
A walk in Green Park
A walk in Green Park
24 March 2009
It's Official, we have moved into Arsenal territory, Islington is definitely a step up!
It's Official, we have moved into Arsenal territory, Islington is definitely a step up!
23 March 2009
My first infrared photograph! A long way to go but a result!
My first infrared photograph! A long way to go but a result!
14 March 2009
Saying our good byes to Fordwych Road, Here we come Islington!
Saying our good byes to Fordwych Road, Here we come Islington!
02 March 2009
Is winter over yet?Winterleaf
Is winter over yet?Winterleaf
02 February 2009
Just another day in kilburn, london. The most it has snowed in 18 years!
Just another day in kilburn, london. The most it has snowed in 18 years!
02 February 2009
Snowy night on Fordwych Road
Snowy night on Fordwych Road
21 January 2009
Proof that weather in London can be nice!
Proof that weather in London can be nice!
18 January 2009
Wondered around Guildford Castle on an out of London outing.
Wondered around Guildford Castle on an out of London outing.
17 January 2009
Nibbled and feasted round Borough Markets with James and Kristy. Yum!
Nibbled and feasted round Borough Markets with James and Kristy. Yum!
10 January 2009
First stop, hat shop, for a little Paris winter head warmer! Made on site by two young Parisians.
First stop, hat shop, for a little Paris winter head warmer! Made on site by two young Parisians.
10 January 2009
A queue out the door, leading to no menu as steak and chips are it! Fantastic and worth the wait.
A queue out the door, leading to no menu as steak and chips are it! Fantastic and worth the wait.
07 January 2009
Getting vertigo in the cheap seats with Jo & Shane at Oliver.
Getting vertigo in the cheap seats with Jo & Shane at Oliver.
05 January 2009
Thanks Trish & Alan for the lovely new bed spread set care of Debenhams! The best day of the week 'Clean New Sheet Day'!
Thanks Trish & Alan for the lovely new bed spread set care of Debenhams! The best day of the week 'Clean New Sheet Day'!
01 January 2009
Our last day in our lovely Riad Sabah in Marrakesh, 5 star living! Highly Recommended!
Our last day in our lovely Riad Sabah in Marrakesh, 5 star living! Highly Recommended!
29 December 2008
Paul's 30th lunch at the fish market, Essaouira. You choose from the fresh fish and then they cook your fresh fish. Calamari and snapper were amazing. Very raw and gritty after the chow down.
Paul's 30th lunch at the fish market, Essaouira. You choose from the fresh fish and then they cook your fresh fish. Calamari and snapper were amazing. Very raw and gritty after the chow down.
28 December 2008
Relaxing on the Riad's roof terrace in the sunny Marrakesh. Off to Essaouira on the coast today!
Relaxing on the Riad's roof terrace in the sunny Marrakesh. Off to Essaouira on the coast today!
25 December 2008
We braved the souks, food market for all our ingredients for Christmas dinner. Let just say it was really fresh chicken and I hope chickens don't have a long memory.
We braved the souks, food market for all our ingredients for Christmas dinner. Let just say it was really fresh chicken and I hope chickens don't have a long memory.
20 December 2008
We joined the masses for a London Christmas Shop. Madness! Pretty lights!
We joined the masses for a London Christmas Shop. Madness! Pretty lights!
05 December 2008
Chateaubriand for two at Boheme Kitchen and Bar to celebrate Gini's birthday. Tastiest steak in town!
Chateaubriand for two at Boheme Kitchen and Bar to celebrate Gini's birthday. Tastiest steak in town!
30 November 2008
Our last night in New York City which we finished with a bang, fine dining at Union Square cafe and apple martini's for dessert.
Our last night in New York City which we finished with a bang, fine dining at Union Square cafe and apple martini's for dessert.
29 November 2008
We took a harbor cruise and meet the young lady herself.
We took a harbor cruise and meet the young lady herself.
28 November 2008
Tom's eyes light up as we near the 5th avenue's Apple store!
Tom's eyes light up as we near the 5th avenue's Apple store!
28 November 2008
Met up with an old Raroa Friend, Nichola for a lovely dinner in East Village followed by a few wines at the local on West side.
Met up with an old Raroa Friend, Nichola for a lovely dinner in East Village followed by a few wines at the local on West side.
20 November 2008
A Design Christmas Dinner and dance to start the season!
A Design Christmas Dinner and dance to start the season!
19 November 2008
The opening night for somerset house skating! Moet in one hand, cosmo in another and caviar in the mouth. Rubbing shoulders with actors like Hermione and the famous Torvill & Dean duo. Just magical.
The opening night for somerset house skating! Moet in one hand, cosmo in another and caviar in the mouth. Rubbing shoulders with actors like Hermione and the famous Torvill & Dean duo. Just magical.
26 October 2008
Clear Channel Outdoor Conference Ball and my James Bond partner! Guess who?!
Clear Channel Outdoor Conference Ball and my James Bond partner! Guess who?!
25 October 2008
Tom heads to Reading to watch Dons team (Reading). Game was average but the atmosphere was great.
Tom heads to Reading to watch Dons team (Reading). Game was average but the atmosphere was great.
20 October 2008
Lunch and Art at the Affordable Arts show.
Lunch and Art at the Affordable Arts show.
18 October 2008
The end of a great Engagement Party at the Old Crown
The end of a great Engagement Party at the Old Crown
13 October 2008
Our long legged, feathered friend by Hammersmith Bridge having a dip in the Thames
Our long legged, feathered friend by Hammersmith Bridge having a dip in the Thames
08 October 2008
Our last day in beautiful Barcelona was spent basking by the beach.
Our last day in beautiful Barcelona was spent basking by the beach.
06 October 2008
On the roof terrace of the Gaudi designed apartments - Casa Batllo in Barcelona. Incredible!
On the roof terrace of the Gaudi designed apartments - Casa Batllo in Barcelona. Incredible!
29 September 2008
Tom grows a few more hairs for a good cause and runs 7km around London for Charity. ooga booga
Tom grows a few more hairs for a good cause and runs 7km around London for Charity. ooga booga
12 September 2008
My taxi print job being screen printed & flocked - very exciting
My taxi print job being screen printed & flocked - very exciting
07 September 2008
Today we ventured to unknown territory - Hatton Garden - where gems of all shapes and sizes tempted us with sparkles and price tags! We now feel better educated and a little closer to finding the elusive one ring.
Today we ventured to unknown territory - Hatton Garden - where gems of all shapes and sizes tempted us with sparkles and price tags! We now feel better educated and a little closer to finding the elusive one ring.
29 August 2008
The Onslow girls together in london to celebrate our engagement! So surreal.. . Salut.
The Onslow girls together in london to celebrate our engagement! So surreal.. . Salut.
26 August 2008
After Tom pops the big question, we celebrate with Moules et Frites - avec Champagne et Bier at "Poules Moules" - Bruges style!
After Tom pops the big question, we celebrate with Moules et Frites - avec Champagne et Bier at "Poules Moules" - Bruges style!
25 August 2008
Biked to Minnewater Park for our beer picnic and to relax in the beautiful flower gardens.
Biked to Minnewater Park for our beer picnic and to relax in the beautiful flower gardens.
24 August 2008
Our first real bruges beer before our brugse zot beer tour. Quite tasty!
Our first real bruges beer before our brugse zot beer tour. Quite tasty!
23 August 2008
Welcome to Bruges and the Lybeer Travellers' Lodge! Eurostar is definitely the way to travel.
Welcome to Bruges and the Lybeer Travellers' Lodge! Eurostar is definitely the way to travel.
21 August 2008
We had to sacrifice reddie to gods of the flats, it was a bloody... tasty bite! Can't beat home grown!
We had to sacrifice reddie to gods of the flats, it was a bloody... tasty bite! Can't beat home grown!
16 August 2008
A trolley ride home - the best type of transport we could find after the tubes closed. Highly recommended!
A trolley ride home - the best type of transport we could find after the tubes closed. Highly recommended!
13 August 2008
For weeks we have admired the lush pears growing just out of reach from our window, so today at least one of us is getting some and what a cutie!
For weeks we have admired the lush pears growing just out of reach from our window, so today at least one of us is getting some and what a cutie!
11 August 2008
Today we took a stroll down Leake Street which revealed a glimpse at London's underground street art.
Today we took a stroll down Leake Street which revealed a glimpse at London's underground street art.
09 August 2008
A little taste of summer sand on my way to work! Oh how i miss the beaches.
A little taste of summer sand on my way to work! Oh how i miss the beaches.
04 August 2008
Look how my T plant grows - 16 babies now!
Look how my T plant grows - 16 babies now!
29 July 2008
Last night we saw Twelfth Night at the Open Air Theatre in Regents Park. Great night until the heavens opened up 10 minutes till the end! The show went on, however.
Last night we saw Twelfth Night at the Open Air Theatre in Regents Park. Great night until the heavens opened up 10 minutes till the end! The show went on, however.
25 July 2008
Caught up with a few ex Huttians in Green Park last night. Go the Hutt!
Caught up with a few ex Huttians in Green Park last night. Go the Hutt!
15 July 2008
Today, James and us caught a helicopter past the Hoover Dam and into the Grand Canyon. Incredible! We flew back via the Las Vegas strip.
Today, James and us caught a helicopter past the Hoover Dam and into the Grand Canyon. Incredible! We flew back via the Las Vegas strip.
12 July 2008
Apple martini and corona in Venice Las Vegas style.
Apple martini and corona in Venice Las Vegas style.
11 July 2008
We're in the money with some Irish bonus spins in the Luxor casino.
We're in the money with some Irish bonus spins in the Luxor casino.
09 July 2008
Today we missioned it to Clarion Alley in The Mission, near Mission Street, to check out some incredible painted murals.
Today we missioned it to Clarion Alley in The Mission, near Mission Street, to check out some incredible painted murals.
07 July 2008
Today we spent 6 hours biking round SF on Tandem Bikes! Tiring great fun.
Today we spent 6 hours biking round SF on Tandem Bikes! Tiring great fun.
05 July 2008
Incredible Clam Chowder in a Sour Dough Bowl on one of the many SF Piers.
Incredible Clam Chowder in a Sour Dough Bowl on one of the many SF Piers.
05 July 2008
Found a few more at Taylor's Automatic Refresher, Pier 1, SF
Found a few more at Taylor's Automatic Refresher, Pier 1, SF
04 July 2008
On the plane to San Francisco, baby! Slightly delayed, but all good.
On the plane to San Francisco, baby! Slightly delayed, but all good.
30 June 2008
Enjoying a cup of tea and sandwiches at the Dorchester for Mum's Birthday, very posh. Happy Birthday Mum!
Enjoying a cup of tea and sandwiches at the Dorchester for Mum's Birthday, very posh. Happy Birthday Mum!
15 June 2008
Just one of the many splendid views from a town called Lucignano
Just one of the many splendid views from a town called Lucignano
13 June 2008
Guess where we just landed?
Guess where we just landed?
08 June 2008
Having a sammie in Beer, Devon
Having a sammie in Beer, Devon
07 June 2008
Enjoying the classic cornish pasty in the devon english sun. Yum.
Enjoying the classic cornish pasty in the devon english sun. Yum.
18 May 2008
A spot of Cricket on Sunday at the Lords stadium, lots of wine and laughs to be had by all...
A spot of Cricket on Sunday at the Lords stadium, lots of wine and laughs to be had by all...
10 May 2008
Joined by the Nicholson + Wood party for a night in.
Joined by the Nicholson + Wood party for a night in.
08 May 2008
Summer has hit us early as I don my shorts and jandles for the 6th day in a row!
Summer has hit us early as I don my shorts and jandles for the 6th day in a row!
27 April 2008
Tea & Anzac biscuits have never tasted so good. Remembering home...
Tea & Anzac biscuits have never tasted so good. Remembering home...
25 April 2008
Vauxhill roller disco baby yea! Takes me back a few years, when bright tights and side ponytails were cool - go the eighties.
Vauxhill roller disco baby yea! Takes me back a few years, when bright tights and side ponytails were cool - go the eighties.
06 April 2008
What we woke up to in April why of course! Magical but cold!
What we woke up to in April why of course! Magical but cold!
22 March 2008
Day two at the Eden Project, Where giant honeycomb bubbles and bees protect eco friendly research environments - watch out Tom!
Day two at the Eden Project, Where giant honeycomb bubbles and bees protect eco friendly research environments - watch out Tom!
21 March 2008
Day one in the Cornish town of Penzance (pen sans) on the Land's End peninsula.
Day one in the Cornish town of Penzance (pen sans) on the Land's End peninsula.
20 March 2008
On the train on the way to Penzance for Easter weekend! Not sure what were going to do?
On the train on the way to Penzance for Easter weekend! Not sure what were going to do?
19 March 2008
The end results of our first free sassoon haircut! Eekk we look like dollies. We are now world famous in japan.
The end results of our first free sassoon haircut! Eekk we look like dollies. We are now world famous in japan.
15 March 2008
Getting the irish weekend off to a great guinness start! Cheers!
Getting the irish weekend off to a great guinness start! Cheers!
13 March 2008
In 6 sleeps time, this is our new address!! Assuming our references all check out...
In 6 sleeps time, this is our new address!! Assuming our references all check out...
08 March 2008
One of local lake residents of St Albans out for a bite to eat. I want one!
One of local lake residents of St Albans out for a bite to eat. I want one!
07 March 2008
Tom, looking pensive on his way to his first interview in 8 years. All the way in Gerrards Cross. Loving the overland though, so smooth and relaxing.
Tom, looking pensive on his way to his first interview in 8 years. All the way in Gerrards Cross. Loving the overland though, so smooth and relaxing.
02 March 2008
After a yummy shout from brother James, upstairs at Electric. Fancy!
After a yummy shout from brother James, upstairs at Electric. Fancy!
26 February 2008
Spring time in Queens Park with an oog da boog behind the tree. Out flat hunting - will the next one be the one?
Spring time in Queens Park with an oog da boog behind the tree. Out flat hunting - will the next one be the one?
24 February 2008
Enjoying a few drinks before shepherd's bush walk about.
Enjoying a few drinks before shepherd's bush walk about.
21 February 2008
Made it to LA and decided to jump in a crazy taxi to the nearest Apple Store :). What an awesome way to whittle away our 6 hour stop over!
Made it to LA and decided to jump in a crazy taxi to the nearest Apple Store :). What an awesome way to whittle away our 6 hour stop over!
21 February 2008
Bye bye Wellington! On our first of three flights, this on to Auckland. Long road ahead of us!
Bye bye Wellington! On our first of three flights, this on to Auckland. Long road ahead of us!
21 February 2008
Saying goodbye to family at Wellington airport before our long flight to London.
Saying goodbye to family at Wellington airport before our long flight to London.
19 February 2008
Bye bye sleepy bow-wow's. Stay furry.
Bye bye sleepy bow-wow's. Stay furry.
18 February 2008
Playing "golf" at Lovelocks after a few beers with the boys. Cheers guys and see you in LV soon!
Playing "golf" at Lovelocks after a few beers with the boys. Cheers guys and see you in LV soon!
18 February 2008
See you laters, Cinta styles to the TBD crew. Chur guys!
See you laters, Cinta styles to the TBD crew. Chur guys!
17 February 2008
Another awesome Random B@stards weekend. Photos to come. Once the body recovers ......
Another awesome Random B@stards weekend. Photos to come. Once the body recovers ......
14 February 2008
The little engine that could, affectionately known as Betsy. Unfortunately her latest repairs are causing us to say bye bye. Hopefully she finds new owners who can give her the TLC she needs :)
The little engine that could, affectionately known as Betsy. Unfortunately her latest repairs are causing us to say bye bye. Hopefully she finds new owners who can give her the TLC she needs :)
08 February 2008
Sleepy dog joins sleepy Tom on a night in.
Sleepy dog joins sleepy Tom on a night in.
03 February 2008
Having a laugh at Jen & Dave's engagement party. Congratulations guys!
Having a laugh at Jen & Dave's engagement party. Congratulations guys!
26 January 2008
Two hatties do a scenic walk of the Eastern Walkway in Wellington.
Two hatties do a scenic walk of the Eastern Walkway in Wellington.
19 January 2008
Josh finishes off his speech while preparing for his wedding. It was a fantastic day for a whisky on the deck!
Josh finishes off his speech while preparing for his wedding. It was a fantastic day for a whisky on the deck!
16 January 2008
Enjoying Wellington's sunny warm weather with a Turner BBQ on the NEW deck!
Enjoying Wellington's sunny warm weather with a Turner BBQ on the NEW deck!
14 January 2008
Tongariro Crossing before we climbed Mt Ngauruhoe for an added extra two hours to the Crossing
Tongariro Crossing before we climbed Mt Ngauruhoe for an added extra two hours to the Crossing
11 January 2008
A weekend in Martinborough to try the fine wine and weather with the Whanau
A weekend in Martinborough to try the fine wine and weather with the Whanau
04 January 2008
The bridal party celebrating Graham & Lisa being married! The first for the Turner family!
The bridal party celebrating Graham & Lisa being married! The first for the Turner family!
31 December 2007
New Year's Eve welcoming in 2008 in 80s style! The Turner Family
New Year's Eve welcoming in 2008 in 80s style! The Turner Family
30 December 2007
Straight off the plane and straight into the Hen's wine tour for Lisa's last day of freedom on Mt Tamborine!
Straight off the plane and straight into the Hen's wine tour for Lisa's last day of freedom on Mt Tamborine!
30 December 2007
The boys prepare themselves for the "Worst Stag Do Ever". Stag in pink. Which was actually a pretty damn awesome day / night / morning.
The boys prepare themselves for the "Worst Stag Do Ever". Stag in pink. Which was actually a pretty damn awesome day / night / morning.
26 December 2007
Meandering through Orchard Road Christmas lights in Singapore on Christmas night - full tummies from a buffet dinner.
Meandering through Orchard Road Christmas lights in Singapore on Christmas night - full tummies from a buffet dinner.
22 December 2007
In London now next to Buckingham Palace. Cold but clear skies so can't complain!
In London now next to Buckingham Palace. Cold but clear skies so can't complain!
17 December 2007
Paul's early birthday curry, cake and beer on Brick Lane. Gotta love those trick candles!
Paul's early birthday curry, cake and beer on Brick Lane. Gotta love those trick candles!
14 December 2007
Our last day in Krakow and it snows for us! Bags are packed and on our backs for the flight to London.
Our last day in Krakow and it snows for us! Bags are packed and on our backs for the flight to London.
13 December 2007
Beer and vodka with Nick at a traditional polish beerhall in Warsaw in preparation for a "Glonka" - a massive pork knuckle!
Beer and vodka with Nick at a traditional polish beerhall in Warsaw in preparation for a "Glonka" - a massive pork knuckle!
09 December 2007
Enjoying the Christmas lights down Karl-Liebknecht-Straße in Berlin. Berlin has been awesome but we'll have to return to see everything! Tomorrow we head to Warsaw, Poland to meet up with Nick.
Enjoying the Christmas lights down Karl-Liebknecht-Straße in Berlin. Berlin has been awesome but we'll have to return to see everything! Tomorrow we head to Warsaw, Poland to meet up with Nick.
08 December 2007
Standing on both sides of Berlin - East & West side of where the Berlin Wall stood.
Standing on both sides of Berlin - East & West side of where the Berlin Wall stood.
06 December 2007
Birthday desert for Gini in Prague's main square after a tasty dinner out. Went to a Christmas concert tonight which was cool. Off to Berlin tomorrow (if we can find accommodation)!
Birthday desert for Gini in Prague's main square after a tasty dinner out. Went to a Christmas concert tonight which was cool. Off to Berlin tomorrow (if we can find accommodation)!
05 December 2007
Waiting for the astronomical clock in Prague's main square. Amazing place!
Waiting for the astronomical clock in Prague's main square. Amazing place!
03 December 2007
More beer and sausage - this time at the Hofbrauhaus. Awesome food, beer and company.
More beer and sausage - this time at the Hofbrauhaus. Awesome food, beer and company.
03 December 2007
Beer and Sausage with Paul in Munich. On our way to the Disney Castle!
Beer and Sausage with Paul in Munich. On our way to the Disney Castle!
30 November 2007
Enjoying a Bratwurst sausage and Hotdog with the locals in Zurich.
Enjoying a Bratwurst sausage and Hotdog with the locals in Zurich.
28 November 2007
Loving the weather and reminded of NZ in Luzern. Beautiful. Old water tower / dungeon behind us.
Loving the weather and reminded of NZ in Luzern. Beautiful. Old water tower / dungeon behind us.
26 November 2007
The view from one of Bern's towering bridges in Switzerland.
The view from one of Bern's towering bridges in Switzerland.
25 November 2007
Tom getting to know Juliet a little better!!! in return for good luck in Verona.
Tom getting to know Juliet a little better!!! in return for good luck in Verona.
23 November 2007
La, la la la la la. Floating through the small canals of Venice on a Gondola. How romantic!
La, la la la la la. Floating through the small canals of Venice on a Gondola. How romantic!
22 November 2007
The entire Piazza San Marco in Venice to ourselves!
The entire Piazza San Marco in Venice to ourselves!
21 November 2007
Up a crazy scary tower in Bologna. Open your eyes Gini!
Up a crazy scary tower in Bologna. Open your eyes Gini!
20 November 2007
Nice good luck piggy in Florence. Feed him a coin and he gives you good luck. While dribbling on your hand.
Nice good luck piggy in Florence. Feed him a coin and he gives you good luck. While dribbling on your hand.
17 November 2007
Outside Florence's incredible cathedral. Left Nige in Rome and continuing north.
Outside Florence's incredible cathedral. Left Nige in Rome and continuing north.
15 November 2007
Munching on the best pizza in Rome. Thin base was good - but Naples thicker based toppings may have topped it!
Munching on the best pizza in Rome. Thin base was good - but Naples thicker based toppings may have topped it!
14 November 2007
At a river on the base of Mount Etna! On our way up to the crater.
At a river on the base of Mount Etna! On our way up to the crater.
10 November 2007
At a Grotto on Capris - an island off the coast of Naples. Crazy beautiful place. Off to Pompeii tomorrow before night training it to Sicily.
At a Grotto on Capris - an island off the coast of Naples. Crazy beautiful place. Off to Pompeii tomorrow before night training it to Sicily.
09 November 2007
New addition to the Tang crew - Nige! Found him in Rome - now we're eating up large in Naples.
New addition to the Tang crew - Nige! Found him in Rome - now we're eating up large in Naples.
05 November 2007
Climbed to the top of Parc Chateau and were rewarded with a beautiful view of the Mediterranean and Nice below.
Climbed to the top of Parc Chateau and were rewarded with a beautiful view of the Mediterranean and Nice below.
05 November 2007
Yesterday in Arles - following the Van Gogh scene trail - "Le Jardin de la Maison de Sante a Arles".
Yesterday in Arles - following the Van Gogh scene trail - "Le Jardin de la Maison de Sante a Arles".
02 November 2007
On our way up to the Medieval City in Carcassonne! Blue skies and crisp.
On our way up to the Medieval City in Carcassonne! Blue skies and crisp.
28 October 2007
Hide and go seek in the Autumn leaves in Toulouse.
Hide and go seek in the Autumn leaves in Toulouse.
24 October 2007
On top of the biggest sand dune in Europe! Find out where.
On top of the biggest sand dune in Europe! Find out where.
23 October 2007
The last drop of St Emilion - one of Bordeaux's finest - before we head west to the coast in the morning.
The last drop of St Emilion - one of Bordeaux's finest - before we head west to the coast in the morning.
21 October 2007
Visiting the cave where the 2006 vintage is fermenting for 2008 in the Bordeaux region.
Visiting the cave where the 2006 vintage is fermenting for 2008 in the Bordeaux region.
19 October 2007
Magical fountain in Bordeaux. Bit of a mission to get here due to train strike, but we're here!
Magical fountain in Bordeaux. Bit of a mission to get here due to train strike, but we're here!
17 October 2007
Enjoying a stroll around les Jardins de Marqueyssac, Dordogne. Rather lovely.
Enjoying a stroll around les Jardins de Marqueyssac, Dordogne. Rather lovely.
16 October 2007
From the dark medieval alleys of Sarlat-la-Canéda.
From the dark medieval alleys of Sarlat-la-Canéda.
14 October 2007
Mingling with the masses in front of a massive out door tv screen in Limogen. Allez les bleus!
Mingling with the masses in front of a massive out door tv screen in Limogen. Allez les bleus!
30 September 2007
We made it! 2300m high. What a trek.
We made it! 2300m high. What a trek.
30 September 2007
Lunch time! Half way up the mountain to the refuge where we stay tonight. Amazing vistas!
Lunch time! Half way up the mountain to the refuge where we stay tonight. Amazing vistas!
29 September 2007
Made it to Chamonix by bus. Enjoying burgers in the cold. Fantastic!
Made it to Chamonix by bus. Enjoying burgers in the cold. Fantastic!
27 September 2007
Tom prepares to feast on his Birthday Lunch. HOM!
Tom prepares to feast on his Birthday Lunch. HOM!
24 September 2007
Enjoying our spoils from our two days in Dijon. YUM
Enjoying our spoils from our two days in Dijon. YUM
21 September 2007
Google maps showing where we live in Lyon (the green arrow). Pretty central!
Google maps showing where we live in Lyon (the green arrow). Pretty central!
18 September 2007
The view from our cosy apartment window. We've already settled in and enjoying the space and freedom!
The view from our cosy apartment window. We've already settled in and enjoying the space and freedom!
15 September 2007
Our new french home for a month! Tres bon! Off to see if we can get into the rugby now.
Our new french home for a month! Tres bon! Off to see if we can get into the rugby now.
10 September 2007
On day 12 we've picked all the grapes! It's party time but beforehand we visited this tiny church on top of the hill. What an experience!
On day 12 we've picked all the grapes! It's party time but beforehand we visited this tiny church on top of the hill. What an experience!
01 September 2007
First break on day four. Never worked so hard in our lives! Sore and tired - but made new friends, eating awesome food 3 times a day and bottomless barrels of wine. A natural pain reliever!
First break on day four. Never worked so hard in our lives! Sore and tired - but made new friends, eating awesome food 3 times a day and bottomless barrels of wine. A natural pain reliever!
29 August 2007
The pickers off to work on day one! Unfortunately the first day of rain!
The pickers off to work on day one! Unfortunately the first day of rain!
29 August 2007
We made it! On the farm in Fleurie. We've seen the grapes - so many! Lot's of interesting people too.
We made it! On the farm in Fleurie. We've seen the grapes - so many! Lot's of interesting people too.
27 August 2007
Picnic of all sorts of goodies - in the massive park, in lyon.
Picnic of all sorts of goodies - in the massive park, in lyon.
25 August 2007
Out for dinner in Lyon. An awesome salad for two (basket of bread is out of view) - including a "pot" of red wine. The menu usually has three wines - blanc, rose and rouge. We chose the rouge and found it most agreeable!
Out for dinner in Lyon. An awesome salad for two (basket of bread is out of view) - including a "pot" of red wine. The menu usually has three wines - blanc, rose and rouge. We chose the rouge and found it most agreeable!
25 August 2007
Gini takes a swig from the first bottle we've bought. A 2 euro Syrah! Bit rough, but goes down well with cheese and funny sausage.
Gini takes a swig from the first bottle we've bought. A 2 euro Syrah! Bit rough, but goes down well with cheese and funny sausage.
23 August 2007
Sitting in the square in Lyon eating a tartine. Yesterday was a travel day - without issues. Plane to paris, fast train to lyon and metro to hotel. Time to explore!
Sitting in the square in Lyon eating a tartine. Yesterday was a travel day - without issues. Plane to paris, fast train to lyon and metro to hotel. Time to explore!
20 August 2007
Chilling outside the Sophie Ellis Bexter tent.
Chilling outside the Sophie Ellis Bexter tent.
19 August 2007
On our way to V festival in a ... Pink Limo! Photo's to come.
On our way to V festival in a ... Pink Limo! Photo's to come.
16 August 2007
Paul, Tom and Gini at the "Great British Beer Festival" in Earls Court last Friday night.
Paul, Tom and Gini at the "Great British Beer Festival" in Earls Court last Friday night.
16 August 2007
Squirrel! In Queens park, Kilburn.
Squirrel! In Queens park, Kilburn.
16 August 2007
James, with food envy over Frenchies burger and chips (James had the junior burger). First GBK experience! YUM
James, with food envy over Frenchies burger and chips (James had the junior burger). First GBK experience! YUM
15 August 2007
A delayed entry. 3 pecks and two other halves having a jug of pimms, darling, near the Thames.
A delayed entry. 3 pecks and two other halves having a jug of pimms, darling, near the Thames.
10 August 2007
Guess where with who? Having a few and having fun in Brighton.
Guess where with who? Having a few and having fun in Brighton.
06 August 2007
Having a pint on the edge of the thames with jen, dave and james. This pint is for you dad.
Having a pint on the edge of the thames with jen, dave and james. This pint is for you dad.
05 August 2007
Two turkey's, i mean turners, at camdon market. Blue sky and sunshine - are we really in London?
Two turkey's, i mean turners, at camdon market. Blue sky and sunshine - are we really in London?
03 August 2007
Tom's gone crazy at the massive apple store on Regent Street, London. This place is well cool.
Tom's gone crazy at the massive apple store on Regent Street, London. This place is well cool.
31 July 2007
Crazy fish in the tv. Odd restaurant on big budda beach.
Crazy fish in the tv. Odd restaurant on big budda beach.
31 July 2007
Smoking from a massive bong on the beach. Apple flavour. Enjoying our second to last night on the island in style.
Smoking from a massive bong on the beach. Apple flavour. Enjoying our second to last night on the island in style.
30 July 2007
On top of a view of an inland sea lake in Ang Thong National Park. Earlier we were snorkling at one of the many islands. Beautiful.
On top of a view of an inland sea lake in Ang Thong National Park. Earlier we were snorkling at one of the many islands. Beautiful.
29 July 2007
This morning we woke early to watch the sun rise. Not as impressive as the sets, but still nice.
This morning we woke early to watch the sun rise. Not as impressive as the sets, but still nice.
28 July 2007
Swimming at a waterfall on Koh Samui. Today we scooter round the island after 3 days at the beautiful beach.
Swimming at a waterfall on Koh Samui. Today we scooter round the island after 3 days at the beautiful beach.
26 July 2007
Sipping cocktails on Chaweng beach. This place is paradise. No wind, stars and a cool 29 degrees.
Sipping cocktails on Chaweng beach. This place is paradise. No wind, stars and a cool 29 degrees.
24 July 2007
Just pulling into Ko Samui on the ferry after 10 hours of bus, waiting and ferry. Exhausting, but after a 45 min taxi ride we should be in paradise. And eating. So hungry!
Just pulling into Ko Samui on the ferry after 10 hours of bus, waiting and ferry. Exhausting, but after a 45 min taxi ride we should be in paradise. And eating. So hungry!
24 July 2007
Today we both got tatoo's. It's ok mum's - they will wash off over the next few weeks :). We bus and ferry to Ko Samui tomorrow morning for our final week in the sun.
Today we both got tatoo's. It's ok mum's - they will wash off over the next few weeks :). We bus and ferry to Ko Samui tomorrow morning for our final week in the sun.
22 July 2007
Phuket beach! Massive, warm watered, white sand, and not too crowded. If only i could find a laundry person.
Phuket beach! Massive, warm watered, white sand, and not too crowded. If only i could find a laundry person.
21 July 2007
Today we fly from Ubon to Bangkok then onto Phuket. Leaving the east and venturing to the south of Thailand. Both looking forward to some beach side relaxation.
Today we fly from Ubon to Bangkok then onto Phuket. Leaving the east and venturing to the south of Thailand. Both looking forward to some beach side relaxation.
20 July 2007
3000-4000 year old cliff face paintings in the national park. Some old cave dude high on something went crazy.
3000-4000 year old cliff face paintings in the national park. Some old cave dude high on something went crazy.
20 July 2007
At a wat on the outskirts of Ubon. On our way to Pha Taem National Park on a motorbike. This one has gears! She'll be right.
At a wat on the outskirts of Ubon. On our way to Pha Taem National Park on a motorbike. This one has gears! She'll be right.
19 July 2007
Huge golden candle in Ubon Ratchathani. Off exploring the town now. And eat!
Huge golden candle in Ubon Ratchathani. Off exploring the town now. And eat!
19 July 2007
Another bus day today. Our bus tickets to Ubon Ratchathani from Nakhon Phanom. Stayed here last night - a relatively english speaking free town with views of Laos' mountain ranges.
Another bus day today. Our bus tickets to Ubon Ratchathani from Nakhon Phanom. Stayed here last night - a relatively english speaking free town with views of Laos' mountain ranges.
18 July 2007
Crazy bus station at nong khai. Waiting for 10.40 bus to take us to Ubon Ratchathani down the Mekong. First bus experience so wish us luck!
Crazy bus station at nong khai. Waiting for 10.40 bus to take us to Ubon Ratchathani down the Mekong. First bus experience so wish us luck!
17 July 2007
Relaxing at what seems like a ghost hotel - but with a huge and clean pool.
Relaxing at what seems like a ghost hotel - but with a huge and clean pool.
16 July 2007
Biked to crazy bizaro giant sculpture garden. Some as high as 50 meters! 35 degrees and feeling it.
Biked to crazy bizaro giant sculpture garden. Some as high as 50 meters! 35 degrees and feeling it.
16 July 2007
Made it to nong khai. 15 hour train! Not sure why it was 3 hours late. Very quiet and peaceful here for a change. Lunch time - we're starving!
Made it to nong khai. 15 hour train! Not sure why it was 3 hours late. Very quiet and peaceful here for a change. Lunch time - we're starving!
16 July 2007
A room with a view. On the train to Nong Khai with our own room! A nice suprise - but explains why our tickets were 1300 baht each! Depart in 25 mins, arrive in 12.5 hours. Should be fun.
A room with a view. On the train to Nong Khai with our own room! A nice suprise - but explains why our tickets were 1300 baht each! Depart in 25 mins, arrive in 12.5 hours. Should be fun.
15 July 2007
Today we head back to bangkok for the day. Waiting for the train at Ayutthaya station. Where's Gini?
Today we head back to bangkok for the day. Waiting for the train at Ayutthaya station. Where's Gini?
14 July 2007
A picnic, kiwi style by the river. Bread, peanut butter and fanta. Way too hot for hot food!
A picnic, kiwi style by the river. Bread, peanut butter and fanta. Way too hot for hot food!
14 July 2007
Drinking fresh tasty coconut at a ruin in Ayutthaya - the old capital. Delicious! And refreshing.
Drinking fresh tasty coconut at a ruin in Ayutthaya - the old capital. Delicious! And refreshing.
13 July 2007
Waiting at the train station for our 2.50pm ride out of chaing mai. Unfortunately no air-con left, only fan! We've stocked up waters :-P
Waiting at the train station for our 2.50pm ride out of chaing mai. Unfortunately no air-con left, only fan! We've stocked up waters :-P
13 July 2007
Just left hotel in a tuk tuk, on our way to the train station to sort out leaving chaing mai! It's been fun.
Just left hotel in a tuk tuk, on our way to the train station to sort out leaving chaing mai! It's been fun.
10 July 2007
Relaxing with a beer next to the mae ping river in chaing mai. The heat tires you quickly!
Relaxing with a beer next to the mae ping river in chaing mai. The heat tires you quickly!
06 July 2007
Sorry for the lack of entries .. Unfortunately my cellphone can TXT but not PXT .. So there goes the whole thing! This is sent from a dodgey little internet cafe in Bangkok .. Having a great time, will update when we can :). Feel free to text Tom.
Sorry for the lack of entries .. Unfortunately my cellphone can TXT but not PXT .. So there goes the whole thing! This is sent from a dodgey little internet cafe in Bangkok .. Having a great time, will update when we can :). Feel free to text Tom.
03 July 2007
This is for you, derek. Big mac at darling harbour. Yum.
This is for you, derek. Big mac at darling harbour. Yum.
03 July 2007
Last day in Sydney today before venturing into un-chartered territory.
Last day in Sydney today before venturing into un-chartered territory.
02 July 2007
Our shadows, at manly beach. Another beautiful day in sydney.
Our shadows, at manly beach. Another beautiful day in sydney.
01 July 2007
Correction... Bondi beach! My bad. On our way to lunch.
Correction... Bondi beach! My bad. On our way to lunch.
01 July 2007
A new addition to the little red racer! Lauren! Now off to manly for long walks along the beach.
A new addition to the little red racer! Lauren! Now off to manly for long walks along the beach.
30 June 2007
Holiday beer number one at sydney's oldest pub. Cool markets too. Cept for the chili.
Holiday beer number one at sydney's oldest pub. Cool markets too. Cept for the chili.
30 June 2007
Breakfast on the way at brothers.
Breakfast on the way at brothers.
30 June 2007
Landed! It now feels like we're on holiday.
Landed! It now feels like we're on holiday.
30 June 2007
Bye bye! It's sleepy fly time.
Bye bye! It's sleepy fly time.
30 June 2007
2 hours sleep, eyes - they are burning. But we're off to the airport!
2 hours sleep, eyes - they are burning. But we're off to the airport!
29 June 2007
It's a miracle! We're both packed. Not without some sacrifices, however...
It's a miracle! We're both packed. Not without some sacrifices, however...
29 June 2007
Will it all fit? We will know soon...
Will it all fit? We will know soon...
29 June 2007
The packing continues... I need an easier to use filter system.
The packing continues... I need an easier to use filter system.
28 June 2007
Bat dog Paddy to the rescue.
Bat dog Paddy to the rescue.
28 June 2007
Old fashioned trifle!
Old fashioned trifle!
28 June 2007
Mia
Mia
28 June 2007
Dinner at the Peck's. Yum.
Dinner at the Peck's. Yum.
28 June 2007
Wine and cheese at niges. Had to say goodbye to Betsy too!
Wine and cheese at niges. Had to say goodbye to Betsy too!
28 June 2007
Frantic packing. What to take!
Frantic packing. What to take!
28 June 2007
On our way to TBD to print Gini's portfolio. Counting down the hours!
On our way to TBD to print Gini's portfolio. Counting down the hours!