The pool got a work out yesterday

Ryan, Chelsea and Frank came over yesterday and we had a day in the pool. Everyone had a good time including myself. I am very sore from the workout, we were throwing balls back and forth in the pool. My shoulder hurts along with my elbow, wrist and hand. I think I used my legs aswell. By the end of the session, Ewan was doing somersaults into the pool, Chelsea was jumping in the deep end of the pool, only with floaties on, Alicia was also jumping in the deep end and Ryan did everything from diving, somersaults, and hand stands. Go figure, we have some waterbabies in the family.

The last of Christmas 2007

The Beach

The next time I suggest the beach for a family outing, remind me how crazy I am. I suppose it didn't help when Alicia was pushed over by a wave and then couldn't regain her balance. That was it for her, she wasn't going back in and because it was a little windy, it felt a little cold. Ewan on the other hand was having a lovely time with the boogie board and catching some waves. However the board is perished and broke in half after a couple of attempts. Mind you he was not too worried because he still could use half of it. We finished off with Brad making a boat in the sand and all was happy.

Christmas Day 2007

I thought Christmas Day was gonna be a little hectic but on the contrary it was great. It all started the night before as usual and Scotty and Brad only took about an hour to put the 10" trampoline up. Santa was busy putting rockets on the skateboard or should I say Mrs Claus.

Ewan woke us up at a reasonable hour, exclaiming that Santa had been and to come and look. We had to keep a little quiet because Miss Alicia hadn't woken as yet. Ewan opened all his presents from Santa and wanted to open ours and Alicia's too. In time they were opened and we had toys and stuff open all over the place. Brad made them check to see if Santa had actually been. We could tell because the biscuits had been eaten and the lemonade had almost been drunk. The reindeer also had a little water, they must have been thirsty. It was at this time that Alicia noticed the trampoline and started jumping up and down with excitement. It took Ewan a couple of seconds to notice what she was pointing at and then they were in full swing. The trampoline was a hit, especially with Alicia.

The kids got so many nice gifts and love playing with all of them especially the Baby Born, thanks Aunty Susy. Although this present does cause me to waste my time, putting nappies on and dressing it, Alicia loves it. The other thing that presents a challenge is finding a place to put everything.

Christmas with Phoenix, Scotty and Fona

We had a lovely visit from the Goodwins on Christmas Eve and we were also able to catch up with Phil and Barry. It was a nice night and it really helps that the kids get on so well. Its amazing really considering we get to Melbourne hardly ever. Phoenix had a good time and she and Alicia had the cuddle thing down pat. No they aren't wrestling though it does look that way.