Monthly Archives: February 2008

Maisy Came to Story Time

One of our local libraries holds regular ‘story time’ sessions for toddlers and pre-school children led by the very enthusiastic Monica. She reads stories to the gathered crowd and sings their favourite songs encouraging everyone to join in with the … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday Trace

Ella and Charlie were invited to Trace’s 2nd birthday party this morning at a children’s play centre. They had an absolute ball and the facilities were great. There was a dedicated area for 3′s and under with soft play, ball … Continue reading

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The World’s Fastest Man

Alan & I are just back from the World Athletics Tour Melbourne where we watched the world’s fastest man, Asafa Powell.  His 100m race really was over in the blink of an eye.  It was a beautiful night here and … Continue reading

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Queen Victoria’s Maiden Voyage

The luxury cruise ship Queen Victoria arrived in Melbourne this morning, the first Australian port on her maiden round the world voyage. I took Ella & Charlie down to Station Pier this afternoon to have a look. We normally think … Continue reading

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Our Local Parks

We wandered along to Cowderoy Park this morning, stopping first in the cafe for coffee and a snack. It’s so welcoming going in there as everyone knows us and they chat away to Ella. Charlie’s really enjoying the park now … Continue reading

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Family in Training

Since we decided to run in the ‘Race for Kids’ Ella has taken a keen interest in our running gear.  On the weekend whilst walking around Healesville, a group of tourists walked by all wearing sports shoes to which Ella … Continue reading

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Camping at Healesville

We headed to Healesville this weekend and I’m glad to report the weather was completely the opposite of our last camping trip – approx 34 degrees! It’s funny how you forget to factor in occupying 2 toddlers in the time … Continue reading

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St Kilda Festival

This morning we had breakfast at Cowderoy Dairy where we met with Amanda, Olivia & Sophie.  We all walked over to the kidzone at the St Kilda Festival.  The main attraction for Ella was of course Dora.  Ella and Olivia … Continue reading

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Mischief with William

We looked after Ella’s friend William for a few hours on Saturday morning.  His mummy, Jenni, had made playdough for them and they delighted in playing with it outside and ‘baking’ it in the toy kitchen.  Charlie joined in but … Continue reading

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Wednesday with Charlie

Wednesday’s are mummy and Charlie time as Ella is in Treehouse. Its lovely to have some time to focus on him. We were both tired so took a nap together in the morning, he looks so peaceful: Later in the … Continue reading

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