Monday, April 30, 2007
Random Facts
Here are the rules:
Each player starts with 7 random facts/habits about themselves.
People who are tagged need to write down their seven facts and copy/paste these rules.
You then need to tag 7 people.
Don't forget to leave them a comment on their blog telling them that they have been tagged and to read your blog!
1. I am the eldest of three girls. There is only a 15 month age gap between me and my next sister and then a year except for four days between her and the youngest. We were all pregnant at the same time in 2005...for a couple of weeks, and had our latest additions with in 9 months of each other.
2. When I put things on trays to bake etc I HAVE to have them lined up neatly....even things like hot chips!
3. I still have a stuffed dog called patch that I bought with money my Nanna gave me for my eighth birthday.
4. Ive only been overseas twice, once to Thailand and once to New Zealand
5. Ive had the same best friend since year nine at high school. I couldnt imagine my life with out her in it.
6. I dont have a middle name. I think it took mum and dad a while to do the middle name thing. I dont have one, my next sister has a hyphenated first name, and it wasnt until child #3 that there was a middle name given.
7. I have a Bachelor of Teaching ECE...I would fondly refer to it as a degree in finger painting whilst I was studying at uni.
I dont think there is anyone left to tag....if I pop by your blog and you havnt done this tag yet, consider yourself tagged, you better get to it!
Done! Not very exciting though!
Saturday, April 28, 2007
Blog challenge # 3

Friday, April 20, 2007
at 17 months
…Wrap your arms around us when you hug us (and we all love it!!!)

…Don’t like holding my hand when we are walking
…Are a fussy eater & carry on shaking your head, and whinging every night at dinner time until you get the first taste of your food…if you like it you eat happily, if not there is no convincing you otherwise
…You can ride your bike properly
…Love climbing up and standing in the window sill in your little play corner
…Point to the sky when you hear a plane
…Still grunt more than speak
…Sleep through the night
...Don’t get a bottle in the afternoon anymore – you definitely don’t eat your tea if you have one
…Havnt learnt to pucker up when you kiss – you come at us with your mouth open wide!


…LOVE your dummy
…Have an amazing comprehension of what we are saying to you
…Pick up how to do things very quickly
…Can reach the door handles

…Still have two sleeps a day
…Eat two weetbix & a banana for breakfast, although I usually still feed it to you!

…Have no interest in TV

…Have a sweet tooth
…Can climb onto the lounge chairs
…Point and laugh at just about everything
…LOVE going for rides in a nappy box
…Are starting to get a bit rough with other children – too much time with older kids, not enough time with kids your own age
…Go to playgroup sometimes
...went to the zoo for the first time

…Have started frowning (very cute)
…LOVE helping to taking your nappies out to the big bin outside, and get cranky when you can’t
…have shown an interest in sitting on the toilet, but havn’t managed to actually do anything while your there
…Can be so silly you make me laugh till I cry!
…LOVE playing peek-a-boo
…need another haircut

...Have found the on/off button on the TV
...LOVE playing with cars and trucks and anything with wheels really!


...are just so darn cute, & cheeky, and are loved to bits by your whole family!

Friday, April 13, 2007
just because #1


Wednesday, April 11, 2007
right here, right now


I did unwrap them for him, it is easter after all. When else are you allowed to eat chocolate straight after breakfast LOL I didnt realise there was any eggs left in his little box from playgroup. I might put a chocolate frog back in there and sit it back where it was. I wonder how long it will take him to discover that after his nap?!?!
Sunday, April 08, 2007
Happy Easter


Wednesday, April 04, 2007
Scrapjacked
Tuesday, April 03, 2007
another LO share


Monday, April 02, 2007
Challenges
The second challenge was started by Lisa. Its a really easy one, so we would love as many people to join in as possible. All you have to do is post a photo on your blog. The first challenge set by Lisa was your favourite thing/things around your house.

Sunday, April 01, 2007
Sorry (before you go any further)
Ive spent the last couple of hours seriously deliberating a lot of things that have been part of my life, especially my life during the 80s and Ive come to the conclusion that Im a tragic 80s music junkie LOL Ive been trawling through itunes, and then I googled the top 100 songs for each year, and compiled a list of my favourite tunes from the 80s..OK its a long list (dont say I didnt warn you!!!) but it was so much fun to do!!! Im pretty sure that this will destroy my credability with many of you (once again dont say I didnt warn you LOL) and if the thought of many of these songs doesnt do it, the fact that I still LOVE lots of these songs today should be the deal breaker. OK..ready... make yourself a cuppa,
sit back,
imagine yourself,
BIG hair, legwarmers, skin tight bubblegum jeans and Addidas Roams(or desert boots) and a good old buckle bag (which scarily seems to be making a come back !)
and come on a tour of the 80s with me...
Im sure youll know lots of the words (come on be honest!)
1980
All out of love Air supply
Blame it on the boogie The Jacksons
Crazy little thing called love Queen
Rock Lobster B 52s
Sexy Eyes Doctor Hook
Video Killed the radio star The Buggles
You may be right Billy Joel
1981
Celebration Kool and the gang
Jessies Girl Rick Springfield
Kids in America Kim Wilde
Making your mind up Bucks Fizz
Medley Stars on 45
More than I can say Leo Sayer
The winner takes it all ABBA
Theme from Greatest American Hero Joey Scarbury
Why do fools fall in love Dianna Ross
You’ve lost that lovin feeling Hall And Oats
1982
Come on Eileen Dexys midnight runners
Hurts so good John Mellencamp
I love rock and roll Joan Jets and the blackhearts
Jack and Dianne John Meloncamp
Key Largo Bertie Higins
Physical Oliva Newton John
Shake it up The Cars
The final countdown Europe
1983
Every breath you take The police
Flashdance Irene Cara
Im still standing Elton John
Little Red Corvette Prince
Mickey Toni Basil
Sweet dreams Eurythmics
Tell her about it Billy Joel
Total Eclipse of the heart Bonnie Tyler
Twisting by the pool Dire Straits
Up where we belong Joe Cocker
Weve got tonight Kenny Rogers and Sheena Easton
You cant hurry love Phil Collins
1984
Come on Feel the noise Quiet Riot
Dance hall days Wang chung
Do they know its Christmas Band aid
Drive The Cars
Footloose Kenny Loggins
Girls just wanna have fun Cindy Lauper
Hello Lionel Richie
I just called to say I love you Stevie Wonder
I send a message INXS
I want to know what love is foreigner
Jump Van Halen
Jump (for my love ) The Pointer Sisters
Like a virgin Madonna
Never ending story Limahl
No second prize Jimmy Barnes
Original Sin INXS
Relax Frankie goes to Hollywood
Sad songs (say so much) Elton John
Shout Tears for fears
Take on me A ha
The longest time Billy Joel
Thriller Michael Jackson
Time after time Cindy Lauper
Uptown Girl Billy Joel
Wake me up before you go go Wham
Were not gonna take it Twisted sister
You might think The Cars
1985
California Girls David Lee roth
Can't Fight This Feeling REO Speedwagon
Close to me The Cure
Crazy for you Madonna
Heaven Bryan Adams
Id die to be with you tonight Jimmy Barnes
Into the groove Madonna
Money for nothing Dire Straits
Neutron Dance The pointer sisters
Summer of 69 Bryan Adams
Ti amo Laura Branigan
Walking on Sunshine Katrina and the waves
We are the world USA for Africa
We built this city Star ship
White Wedding Billy Idol
You’re the inspiration Chicago
1986
Addicted to love Robert Palmer
Listen Like thieves INXS
Livin on a prayer Bon Jovi
ROCK in the USA John Mellencamp
Spirit in the sky Doctor and the medics
Take my Breath away Berlin
The final countdown Europe
To Be A Lover .Billy Idol
Tonight she comes The cars
Walk Like an Egyptian The Bangles
Walk Of Life Dire Straits
We built this city Starship
When the going get tough Billy Ocean
Working class man Jimmy Barnes
You Give Love A Bad Name Bon Jovi
1987
(I've Had) The Time Of My Life".....Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes
Electric Blue Icehouse
Hold me now Jonny Logan
Livin' On A Prayer".....Bon Jovi
Mony Mony Billy Idol
Respectable Mel & Kim
Should've Known Better".....Richard Marx
The Lady In Red".....Chris DeBurgh
1988
A Groovy kind of love Phil Colins
Bad Medicine Bon Jovik
Candle In The Wind, Elton John
Don’t be cruel Cheap Trick
Endless Summer Nights," Richard Marx
Heaven is aplace on earth Belinda Carlisle
Hungry Eyes Eric Carmen
I need a lover John Melloncamp
Im gonna be (500 miles) The proclaimers
Invisible Touch Genisis
Kokomo, Beach Boys
Make Me Lose Control, Eric Carmen
Perfect Fairground attraction
Pour Some Sugar On Me Def Leppard
Simply Irresistible, Robert Palmer
Sweet Child o mine Guns and Roses
The flame Cheap Trick
1989
Eternal Falme The bangles
Love Shack B 52s
Paradise City Guns and Roses
Right Here waiting Richard Marx
The living Years Mike and the mechanics
The Look Roxette
Wind beneath my wings Bette Midler
So which one was your favourite song from the 80s (probably not on my list !) Post your favourites on your blog and leave me a link so I can come check out if there are any other 80s music tragics like me out there LOL
hehehehehe now which one is it that your not going to be able to stop singing all day?????????
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Lisa's blog challenge

Nathan 2003 - Self portrait


Nathan 2006 - Abstact portrait


Isaac 2007 - Lines
I love the innocence and sense of fun in kids paintings, I always have. They are so uninhibited when they are young. They love what they do, and are so incredibly artitic and free. Such a shame that we loose this confidence SO quickly, especially when its not appreciated or nurtured. Ive worked with three year olds who are reluctant to make mistakes when they draw or paint...I dont think they have ever had adults who appreciate their abilities, and realise that the actual process of creating and doing is so much more important than the finished result...but that the finished result still really matters to the artist and should be cherished!
Thanks for the challenge Lisa - it was fun! So glad I have these special pieces recorded somewhere too. Eventually they will all go into my mini labum of things that make me smile that I started in Zinas class at CE (and still havnt finished)
***how exciting I just had a courier drop off a big box of goodies for me. I entered a comp on the huggies web site and won a prize. Its a beach bag, pooh bear hoodie towel, water saftey book, little swimmers, change mats, wipes, sunscreen, baby lotion and bath wash. All will come in very handy...probably next year though LOL, I think swimming season might be over here now***
Monday, March 26, 2007
I did it

Sunday, March 25, 2007
The 'secret' is out

Im sure you will be seeing this blogs name pop up regularly from now.. Its a fantastic idea and I wish Michelle & Alana all the best for their new venture!
Go and check out the blog here. They are having a grand opening with competitions and prizes really soon, so pop back regularly!
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
16 months
You're 16 months old and you definitely have the hang of walking..there is no stopping you now. Its rare to see you sitting still any more, you are always on the move.





Finally all of your molars have cut right through, which might explain the marked improvement in your general disposition and eating during the later part of this month. Its lovely to have my happy little man back again. Its amazing what a difference the absence of pain and the presence of a full tummy can make. You have started dribbling a lot in the last week, and I'm guessing its your eye teeth. Your poor little thing, I just hope that these don't cause us as many problems. You have started to feed yourself messy things. Mummy isn't really good at watching the food go everywhere but your mouth, but Ive been letting you have a go anyway. Your doing a pretty good job most of the time.

Your ability to walk everywhere has lead to a new discovery...pull along toys. You love your puppy, and your train. You love that as long as you hold that string tight, they will follow you where ever you may go. You still look as pleased as punch every time they do it too!!!

The daily rituals are becoming something you love to be part of. Taking the nappy sacks out to the wheelie bin is something you love to do. As soon as I tie that little orange bag up you are pointing and grunting at it. You grab the handles and head for the front door. I lift you up and lift the lid of the bin. You hold the bag over and drop it in. You love to watch the postie deliver the mail, although you are surprisingly apprehensive about his motorbike. The garbage truck is another source of fascination for you. We either sit on the front window sill or look through the front window as the big grabber picks up the bin and flips the rubbish into the truck, before the bin comes back down with a big thump. The driver always gives you a wave or a toot when he sees you! I'm sure that being the mummy to a little boy is the only thing that could make me feel excited as I hear the rumble of the rubbish truck coming down the road!

Monday, March 19, 2007
shhh Ive got a secret!!!

Tuesday, March 13, 2007
So.....







As you can see we had a great time at the bike track. Craig had to work Monday so it was just the boys and I. I had a lovely time taking pics of them all. Found out the back of the station wagon (with the back up!) makes a great little photo studio, great light, nice black background... Isaac and I sat in there together for ages watching the others whizz past. We did venture out to one of the seats near the centre of the track, but I was a little concerned that he was going to bolt out onto the track as a bike came over the jump...much safer with drinks and snacks in the back of the car!!! LOL are you sick of the litttle bonds hoodie yet??? I seem to be getting lots of pics of him in this...its my fave atm!