Monday, December 20, 2010

Bits and bobs

Before the turf was put down, Zane hired a mini bobcat to level the yard off.  The boys had to help, of course!  I'm not sure who was more excited, Zane or the boys. Rick also came over to add some man-power.   Thanks Rick!




When Ella first came home, Liam was all over her and wouldn't let her leave his sight.  The novelty has now worn off, somewhat, which has allowed James to step up to the plate and have a turn.  James is quite taken with his baby sister and loves to sit next to me while I'm feeding her and then hold her hand while I burp her.  He is always available for cuddles too.  We have been having lots of interesting discussions about what babies like and don't like (i.e. they like having their toes tickled, they don't like having a toy smashed in their face, they like milk, they don't like Tiny Teddies).  Liam informed me in the car yesterday that I had better not go over any bumps in the road as Ella might fall out the window and smash into tiny little pieces.

 Gazing up at big brother James in awe!

 Group hug.

Last weekend we went to visit Zane's Grandma Mavis to introduce her to her new great-granddaughter, Ella.  The pair hit it off immediately!




Last weekend we took a trip up to the Sunshine Coast to visit Underwater World.  The boys took a super-hero each to fend off any baddies.

 
 On the way up... bright eyed and bushy tailed

Travelling along the travelator... 

 We might need those super-heroes now, boys!!!

Both boys asleep on the way home - a sure sign of a successful day out!

 Ella has been racking up a few zzzz's of her own.  Look at that chubby-cheeked baby goodness - just made for kissing!

Isn't she lovely!

Friday, December 03, 2010

Garden update

Goodbye swamp, hello lawn!  Order has now been restored outside and we have a lovely green, prickle-free lawn.  The garden is going really well too.  We have been eating the lovely tomatoes and the corn should be ready soon.  We also got our first sunflower! 

The boys have been gazing longingly at the pool and asking when we can swim in it ... maybe January boys, fingers crossed!!

Our beautiful new lawn.


Our first tomato!

Liam with the spoils.

James watching on with glee.

Sunflower!

The corn must be ready for picking soon.

The gorgeous Ella May having a quiet reflective moment.

John is in BrisVegas at the moment helping his son move, and he popped in to meet his new niece.  They got along really well together.