Merry Christmas!

I hope everyone had a wonderful Christmas.

We spent the day at Zane's Dad's house. There were about 18 of us. It was a great day. There were mountains of prawns, morton bay bugs, ham, salads and Jacki cooked a fantastic roast turkey. So it was a traditional Christmas, Queensland-style.

Unfortunately (some might say) it was a bit too cool for us to have a dip, but that didn't stop the kids.

Moora Park

On Sunday we went to Moora Park for a catch up with Kerrie, Sophie and Toby. I never get to see her any more now that she is working all the time!

A great time was had by all. The kids played and Kerrie and I drank cups of tea and ate Christmas cake. A great way to while away a Sunday afternoon.

A Visit from Grandma Ann

We had a lovely visit from Zane's Mum last week. She arrived on Friday and went home on Wednesday. Liam was absolutely besotted by her. Zane and I were feeling very left out as the mutual adoration between the two of them reached fever pitch!!!

As usual, Ann arrived with boxes of goodies for Liam. He is now a very spoilt grandson.

We had a Christmas dinner and exchanged gifts one night as we are not going to be seeing Ann on Christmas day. Unfortunately Brent was in China, but we had a drink for him.




The festivities continued the next day with Liam having his own Christmas dinner and more pressie opening





All in all, a good time was had by all!

Another Hard Day at the Office

While Brent is away in China on business, Liam decided to drop into the office and do some work so Uncle Brent won't have too much in his in-tray when he gets back. Those Knight boys all like to help each other out.



But it wasn't all work and no play. Liam also found time to work off some energy at Kalinga Park.

Home time ... boo hoo.

My Budding Musician

As a few of you would be aware, Liam comes from an exceptionally gifted, musical background. Of course, his mother is not only a fine pianist but also an amazing singer, and his father can jam with the best of them on his Fender. Then there's the grandparents: Grandma Warren plays the fiddle and Grandad can pretty much do everything musically speaking, but specialises with the guitar. What a fine gene pool for a budding musical talent to emerge from!

Move over Keith Urban, the new generation is coming through.

Here's a few pics of a recent jam session at home. Take note people - this is history in the making.

** Disclaimer: any accusations of us being "stage" parents will be vehemently denied.... it is easy to see that Liam is a natural musical talent destined for greatness without any prompting from his completely non-biased parents.

Warming up the knuckles for his big performance ... is everybody watching??

Stretching the vocal chords for an impromptu sing-along mid-performance

Hmm I seem to have lost my train of thought ... what was I just doing?
... Ah yes, that's right - I was banging the living daylights out of this piano.
Mum, can I go now? Pleeease? And stop calling me Keith, OK?

Liam's busy day

Taking the telephone for a walk Liam and his friend Keeley
Drink Break

We had a great day yesterday. In the morning we went to the city to do some shopping with Kerrie and Linda, then we met the work girls for lunch and a play in Anzac Square. Then it was off to Kalinga Park for the afternoon to meet Liam's (and my) friends from mother's group.

Here are some pics of my beautiful boy!!!!!

Liam's first tentative steps seem like so long ago ... it is now either run, run, run or sleep! He is definitely keeping me on my toes.

PK's 61st

PK and me Brent and Penny
My lovely husband

Something VERY unusual happened on Tuesday night ... Zane and I went out for dinner sans baby Liam!!!

It was Paul's 61st birthday and we celebrated by going to Isis restaurant in Fortitude Valley. I have been wanting to go there for ages and they did not let my expectations down. The service, ambience, food and everything was fabulous.

Meanwhile, back at the ranch, Kerrie said that she had a great time with Liam and he was a very good boy for her. Bless him!

Grand Final Carnage

I've just been informed by more than one member of my family that I haven't updated the blog for over a month. Hmmm....
One highlight of the past few weeks was my mixed netball team making it to the Grand Final! We had a rough and rocky road to the GF with many of us sustaining SRI's (sport's related injuries). I think I sprained my knee. That's not a medical diagnosis, but I just sort of guessed after being tripped over on the court and my knee swelled to twice its size, then the most magnificent bruises started appearing... it was like a technicolour rainbow, with its hues changing on a daily basis, but it is starting to wear off now. The exciting thing is that despite all our injuries we WON the GRAND FINAL!!!!!!!!!! How good is that?I'm expecting a contract from the Australian Netball Association any day now....

The Team

Me in action
Still smiling in the face of severe injuries...
For those of you who didn't get it the first time - extreme close-up

Lunch with the girls

From left: Karen, Rach A, Rach M, Kezza, me and Shellea Kerrie & Rick with Sophie & Toby before heading off to the wedding

On Saturday I went to lunch at Rachel Allara's house. It was so much fun catching up with everyone. Needless to say, copious amounts of champagne and sauvignon blanc passed our lips and we were all feeling very cheery!

I left at 4pm to commence babysitting duties for Sophie and Toby who were having a sleepover at our house while Kerrie and Rick celebrated their neighbour's wedding. A night of mayhem and hilarity followed!!! I had a fascinating insight into what life would be like having three kids ... hectic to say the least! But loads of fun.

Liam's first steps

Our little baby boy has officially become a toddler... his crawling days are behind him and he is now a fully fledged walker... his parents are so proud!!

An added bonus is that his pants / shoes / socks aren't being ripped to shreds on the concrete or being dragged through the dirt ... washing is much easier now!

Here are some pics of Liam taking his very first steps, with the assistance of his "zimmer frame". He had to stop to take a quick call from Daddy while he was on his way outside.

Look Mum ... no hands!

Hang on a minute ... I just have to make a quick call...
See how clever I am - I can talk AND run!

Liam's new tent

Liam got a new tent to play with recently and he just loves it. His favourite game is hiding inside and then popping his head out expectantly at which point it is our cue to say "Peek a boo"!

Correction

Regarding the last post .... ahem. Please see below for clarification on who Liam will be going for in the Rugby World Cup.

Love from your loyal AB supporters, Ange & Liam

xxx

Wallabies rule! (from Zane and Liam - the Aussies)

Sorry for that obtrusive image you just saw from my "wife" in the previous post. This is the correct team the household is supporting. The loyal Wallabies supporters - Zane & Liam.

PS. Did anyone see Berrick Barnes' great performance against Wales?? What a champ.

Go the Blacks!

Yet more pictures

These were taken just before we left Liam loves his swing!
... and his food!!!