Monthly Archives: January 2010

Des Res

We’ve been thinking a lot lately about where we’re at and why we’ve been renting a property for so long and the simple answer is largely affordability.  We moved into a bayside suburb within walking distance of childcare, beach, parks, … Continue reading

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Toddler Taming

I’m not sure if Charlie has had a challenging week simply because he’s 3 and pushing his boundaries or is aware of having less attention since Grandma & Grandad left last weekend but whatever the reason he is testing my … Continue reading

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Afternoon at the Tennis

Auntie Mhairi & I took the kids to the Australian Open Tennis this afternoon. We purchased ground passes which gives access to Margaret Court Arena and all other side courts.  We spent a lot of time in Garden Square watching … Continue reading

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Charlie & Jake Re-united

After what seemed like 5 long weeks (from our end) Charlie and his best buddy Jake were re-united this morning at the beach park.  Jake had been on holidays back to the US over the Christmas/New Year holidays and Charlie … Continue reading

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Goodbye Grandma & Grandad

Yesterday we all said goodbye to mum & dad/grandma & grandad after 12 weeks in Melbourne.  Hopefully the memories of sunshine and fun with the kids help them adjust to the cold wintry conditions in Edinburgh!!  Here are some pictures … Continue reading

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Happy 3rd Birthday Charlie

Today Charlie turned 3 and in a few weeks he’ll be starting 3 year old kindergarten.  He’s grown up so much lately.  We had a party with his friends at the house this morning complete with his big ‘surprise’ – … Continue reading

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Gold Grass

Mum, Jill, Mhairi & I are at Gold Grass at the Botanics to watch Mao’s Last dancer. Essentially you watch the movie sitting on the grass with Picnic but going gold treats you to a bean bag bed for comfort! … Continue reading

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The End of An Era…

Today was Ella’s last day at Treehouse as she’s starting 4 yr old kindergarten in a couple of weeks.  She has had a fantastic 3 years in the centre and will miss many of her friends and teachers.  This last … Continue reading

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Is this a street urchin….no it’s actually Poppy!!

In the playground at Catani Gardens this afternoon Poppy found it more fun to play in the dirt…. K

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Sorrento

Today we drove down the Mornington Peninsula to Sorrento to spend the day with friends.  It was lovely to spend the day with a great bunch of people. On the beach Ella swimming with Matt & Laura Burying Matt in … Continue reading

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