Yet again, I fell behind in blogging. I'm hoping that this year I will be able to get more ontop of it by having a few days without kids but I'm sure that life will still take over. But I can hope and aim for it :-)
So here are some photos from 2019 that I meant to blog about but never got around to (and they're probably out of order but oh well. That's why you get).
The kids loved being little engineers and builders at preschool drop off and pick up.
Eliza learnt how to do a flip on the climbing frame.
Alexander drew a picture of Daddy while at Reading Groups at school.
Raspberries and giggles come from little little guy a lot!
Daniel entered the lego competition at the school fete. The theme was Summer and he came up with his own design of the beach. It included people diving under waves, surfers, and sandcastles being built. He didn't win but that was ok. I thought it was very creative and loved that it was his own design!
Eliza and Ems enjoyed dressing up in my old nurses outfits.
We have enjoyed using Judy's pool on the hot days. The kids just love it!
I love the influence that music at church has on our kids at home. Often they will hear church music, run and get an instrument and sing along to the music. It is just beautiful to see and hear, especially when they are singing truths about God!
When I came to bed one night I noticed a cheeky cat hiding in our bed. No way was I going to play with her in this state!
Alexander loves riding on these rides at the shops.
I never put money in it to make it go but today a lady put money in so her kid could have a ride on it. He wasn't too sure what was happening and didn't crack a smile the whole time! Quite funny actually.
I love watching my gorgeous kids sleep. They are so peaceful!
Alexander was super keen to get dressed into the Superman costume to head to Mum and Dad's place. He was as fast as a speeding bullet!
We took Daniel to a late afternoon Swans game - the joys of being the eldest. He loved it!
I had the kids help make different meals and baking at different times. Alexander was keen to help make some muffins so he helped. He quite enjoyed the whole process.
Adding the blueberries
Watching the muffins grow
We made a garden bed and planted some of our Woolworths seeds in it.
So far we have used Dill and Bok Choy from Daniel, Basil from Alexander and Cress from Eliza and some flowers have grown too. Pretty fun to see them grow and to eat from our own garden.
Bok Choy in our stir fry. Thanks Daniel.
Basil thanks Alexander
Daddy let Daniel make him a coffee (under his watchful eye but Daniel did most of it).
We took the kids to a Swans game and Daddy wore his Rampe Robe (because it was that theme).
We celebrated my birthday, Grayma's birthday and Poppy's birthday all in one (Wow! I haven't blogged these photos for a while. Oops).
Alexander and I headed to the Northern Beaches park - this one was a Collaroy.
Brave boy walking the plank
Alexander has such a sweet excitement clap when he places a puzzle piece. Pure joy everytime!
I have been trying to make the most of having Alexander at home while I can before he starts preschool.
Alexander learnt to hop.
We headed to the Reptile Park.
Alexander kept asking me to play cricket so I introduced him to totem tennis. He enjoys it but isn't quite at the stage of playing just by himself.
The kids had fun playing in the leaves at Nana and Poppy's place.
We headed to the local cafe for lunch when Daddy was working from home. Alexander was spoilt by the owner who game him not 1 but 2 milkshakes (1 strawberry and 1 chocolate) because there was a bit left over from other people's orders. Alexander was so very happy!
He had fun at the park with Nana and Poppy.
Alexander drew a picture of us playing cricket together. You can see the stumps, the ball and us.
The kids made a tower together. It was nice hearing them working together.
Eliza got her preschool plate.
The kids had fun playing Uber Eats with Daddy. Eliza was the owner and chef at Eliza's cafe, Alexander was the driver, Daniel was the waiter. They were so cute playing it and played it for so long!
Daniel finished Year 1! He had a wonderful year in 1H and is looking forward to year 2.
Alexander has come so far in his swimming the last few months. He can swim by himself short distances, does a great rocket and has even started diving down for the seals.
Alexander likes to know that he is a big boy now.
"I am this tall now"
James and I finished working on our London underground puzzle. So very cool! Those white pieces where a bit painful though.
My phone always gets stolen by Howie but he often gets the best photos of him with the kids when he steals it.
Daniel borrowed this boardgame from Nana and Poppy - Jenny and I used to love playing it!
Eliza had a small go at Auskick and was starting to get how to kick the ball.
Eliza celebrated Ayla's birthday with her and won a unicorn headband in pass the parcel. She has loved wearing it!
Wilbur is still greatly loved.
I have my own little hair dressers.
Eliza made another one of her fairy gardens.
The unicorn made a unicorn fairy garden
Alexander drew a picture for Grayma.
At preschool Eliza read Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. She loved it! When the boys were out we both sat down and watched the movie. She again loved it!
Chilli has started to be a bit snugly again with me which is nice. I still don't fully trust her but it is nice to have her snuggle.
Eliza had a birthday party at Flip Out. She loved it! So many trampolines.
Eliza made a mini Eliza at preschool.
The kids were creative and made a lego house.
Eliza had a superhero themed party. She got a wonder woman costume from it. And got to play the donut game.
The boys then wanted to dress up too.
At a school assembly Ems and Alexander were sitting with eachother drawing in his drawing book. Was so sweet to watch and hear their conversations.
At the assembly, Daniel was very proud to get his Silver Award.
The school line up songs are very catchy and stick in your mind. It has helped broaden the kids' taste in music which is great. We have even made a line up playlist for our music at home. Alexander's favourite song is 'I'm Still Standing' by Elton John. He sings it whenever it comes on.
Poor Nana gets a lot of love when she comes to our place on Friday. The kids don't like it when she says she needs to go. She even gains some new shoes.
I loved listening to the kids painting. Their little conversations about what they are doing and why it just so funny at times. I loved Alexander's reactions when painting with Eliza.
Lachie came to our house for a play. It was so very sweet seeing him hold Alexander's hand as we walked home.
Eliza had her first preschool disco. She loved it!
I taught the kids the dance for 'Blame it on the Boogy' because it was a line up song at school. Alexander loves it.
Eliza dressed matchy matchy with her Cabbage Patch Kid.
Alexander has loved waving to the garbage truck drivers each Tuesday. I think they have loved it too.
Eliza made a crazy caterpillar at preschool.
Eliza and Alexander have enjoyed their Fridays with Nana and Poppy coming around.
Eliza also made a milkshake at preschool. Very creative.
These 2 boys are so cute and cheeky together. Can't wait to see how their friendship continues to grow in 2020.
Alexander and Emma have loved hanging out at Mainly Music.
Eliza has loved building with the blocks at Nana and Poppy's place with Auntie Jenny. She often doesn't get a chance to breathe when she arrives.
We had Oscar stay over for a night and we played game of life with him. He won.
Eliza had us in stitches when she told us that she could lay an egg like a chicken.
I love walking out and seeing this - James sitting and reading with the kids snuggled together.
Alexander made a bee with Myra when we went in to help in the preschool class. He was so proud of his craft.
Daniel decided that he wanted to walk home from Nana and Poppy's place one night after dinner. James was able to drive the other 2 home so decided why not. I love that he still likes to walk along holding my hand. It was a lovely night to walk home with him.
Daniel loved having Nana go in for Grandparents Day at school. Sadly Nana J and Boompa couldn't make it as they had planned to because of Boompa being in hospital but it was nice having Nana there with him.
We have bought Eliza's school uniform. She is a little bit excited about starting school.
The kids loved eating some popcorn off the cobb from Aunty Jen and Uncle Ryan for Christmas. What a creative way of having popcorn.
Eliza loves making her picture with Poppy.
And Nana has a personal fanner at her service (not sure how helpful it has been).
Right. This brings us up to 2020. Sorry it was such a rushed glimpse of moments. Having kids doesn't give you much time to stay ontop of different things like blogging.
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