Party for one :)

Hubby is out at a school parent teacher information evening. Joscelyn went to sleep quickly and easily so now I am about to watch a girlie show (Accidentally on Purpose) and sip on my wine and sprite. So this is all for tonight :) Cheers.

Manic Monday

Sorry no picture today. I got so caught up in the throes of the day that I simply neglected my photo taking duty. Work has got me a slight bit stressed (I have it under control but I am just a worrier by nature.

I had a busy day at work trying to get my head around things and have a 'web conference' looming on Friday. I have never done one before so I am both excited and nervous. I am not afraid of the teaching part. I have be known to break the internet, that scares me :)

Anyway, my eyes are feeling heavy so I think this might be where I call it a night (at 8pm) and head to dreamland. I am off tomorrow, so hopefully Josci and I can have some fun. Yay.

Bunny chow!

Yum yum, dinner tonight was bunny chow. No wonder I am get older and wider!!! Freak man, but it was really delicious. For those who don't know bunny chow, it is not rabbit. Why it is called that is a mystery - perhaps I should look it up. This was good ol' beef mince, potatoes and veggies.

Hoping for a better night's sleep tonight. Haven't been sleeping well despite Josci sleeping through. Hoping for a better night tonight, but my sore throat may not allow for that. It only has times of itchy soreness but last night it kept waking me up. The night before I couldn't fall asleep and the night before that I had night sweats!!! Holding thumbs for a good night, but first to iron and organise Josci's lunch for tomorrow.

Have a happy week

An ear of corn :)

Joscelyn manages to get food everywhere. Today she got corn behind her ear. It was only the small one and I had a good chuckle and decided to add the big one too. She is such a funny. Today she also decided that in order to go backwards she needs to flop onto her tummy and slide backwards. This is a new habit that only started today. We also discovered today that when we say 'belly button' she blows raspberries. I let her blow raspberries on my tummy and tell her to look for my belly button, obviously in the excitement and confusion she has decided that belly button means to blow raspberries and does it every time we say belly button. Too cute.

Yay yay it's Friday.

After my first official work week of only 3 days, I am pleased to announce that although I am enjoying it and learning a lot I am thrilled that it is weekend! Yay yay it's Friday. (and exactly 3 months until my birthday)

It is still raining a lot here with some flooding around the place. Get drenched just getting in and out of the car, even with an umbrella as one has to close it before slipping into the car. Oh and when I drop/fetch Jos, it is too akward trying to carry her, the bag and umbrella. So we have gotten a little soaked a few times.

Time for the second half of 'Green Lantern'. Happy weekend :)

PS today we saw both cupcakes and raindrops. As you read above, heaps of rain and Joscelyn's friend at daycare had her first birthday so her mum made cupcakes and so Jos enjoyed cupcakes and raindrops today. (I also had a bite, yum)

Happy Australia Day

Well I was wanting to add a picture of our Australia shaped burger patties too but it seems technology is not allowing that right now. So happy Australia Day! This is our 4th Australia day, sadly the markets and other fesitivities were cancelled or not well attended due to all this rain. We were planning an outing today but then it started bucketing down and we decided that being home is a safer and drier option.

Anyway as you see a pic of my new glasses. Surprisingly some shops were open today. I got 2 pairs, one being sunnies. My vision is very good (apparently so they are called 'concentration' glasses. The muscles in my eyes strain a bit much when doing things like reading, working on the computer, driving etc so now I have a new pair of glasses. YAY.) Needless to say although I can see, it just takes the edge off :) I haven't worn glasses all year really and today when I put them on Josci had a little giggle then hurtled towards me in an attempt to hijack them. She was desperate to play with them! Quickly had to remove them, hide them and distract her with something else.

She is so cute, this morning she was brushing her hair with my blush brush LOL then later today she was using a bowl as a hat. She gives the loveliest kisses and does it at times without prompting. She has decided that everyone and everything is 'dada' for now but can say mama, and lala among other things. She roars like a lion, waves her arms wildly when music plays and today waved at a car driving past when we went for a walk (after our Aussie burgers)

Oh and how yummy was the trifle, I made some yesterday. Supposed to be losing weight...oopsie!

Yay yay it's almost Friday.

Simple pleasure

Josci pushed one of her puzzles along the carpet from the tv room all the way up the passage. It is still wrapped in plastic so slid smoothly along the tiles. She had a blast and i loved watching her delight. I love how babies find the smallest and seemingly dull things so very fascinating.

Easy as :)

Yum yum, sorry it is at the wrong angle. Just can't seem to get it right somedays. Anyway dinner was in the slow cooker by 8am making the house smell delicious all day! The weather has been pretty miserable, but very humid so I wish I could say 'perfect weather for a stew', but it was yummy none-the-less.

First official school day

When I flopped into the car this morning (despite Jos sleeping through, seems Mondays just start like that) I found this message on the back of a photo of Jos. Lovely way to brighten up the day from the 'get go'. Thoughtful hubby indeed (love him!! xoxo)

My first day went well. It will take a while to master what I need to do, no doubt I will learn heaps plus hopefully my existing knowledge will assist my students that I deal with via email, phonecalls and possibly even video conferencing(I see teaching from the comfort of my own home with my gown and coffee in my future LOL) so I look forward to a new challenge and becoming more familiar with the digital age of learning.

Josci had another good at school eating most of her lunch and snacks. When I got there to fetch her she looked at me then went back to the toy she was playing with, little mischief! I gave her cuddles but when I put her down to pack stuff into her school bag she had a cry then. She is making huge progress there and played well again today, she only gets upset when they go to the next door room to change another baby's nappy or when the one she is with most of the day goes on lunch. She was particularly needy when she got home this afternoon though and wanted to be held and carried all the time. Before bed I gave her lots and lots of cuddles, she just loves lying on me and resting her head on my shoulder. I cherish our cuddles, precious precious times with my little j-bug. (Love her so much too!)

School stuff, whoop whoop.

Yes, it's a mess and looks like a bomb has hit and although doesn't seem terribly newsworthy I was thrilled to be reunited with my school papers, resources, PD's etc :) after them having been in a box for over a year. Sadly I didnt get to file quite a bit of stuff so that task awaits but I was excited to see my files again :) Plus on Saturday Jacques moved the other desk into the study (I was blogging on the floor or on the couch - although his stuff is now on his desk and mine, naughty naughty) So now my desk is next to his in the study. I am looking forward to going through and sorting all my stuff out and perhaps even making a start on that novel.

Have a happy week :)

Catching up with her 'old' friends

Today we went to Chloe's first birthday party. Chloe was one of Joscelyn's first friends she made and held hands with. Sadly they moved away and although myself and Aimy (Chloe's mum) kept in touch we didn't see each other again until today. So not only was it great for Josci and Chloe to catch up (Jos even shared her dolly a little with Chloe) but also for me to see Aimy again. We had a wonderful time there. Daddy was able to enjoy a beer and swim with Josci (only daddy had the beer not Jos haha) There was lots of yummy party food enjoyed by all of us and Jos got to sit outside under a big tree, play and eat cake. So good to catch up with friends and have a relaxing day for the whole family.

Adventurous Friday

Joscelyn has an exercise book that goes with her to daycare as a means for the teachers and parents to communicate. Although it saddens me to think my little girl is growing independent of me, it also gives me peace of mind that she is making progress. Today when I dropped her off I put her down on the floor and she crawled off to investigate a toy (she usually clings to my leg while I pop her lunch box in the fridge and bag down. Today she went to inspect a ball with a bell in it. She still cried when I left but when I arrived to fetch her (and like Wedneday, it was another long day) she didnt cry nor did she protest when I put her down to pack her goodies back ito her bag. Today's message even read that she was adventurous. It is only day 5, but up until now she has either clung onto to whoever has been holding her or sat in the pram watching the other kids, not wanting to play with the stuff there, but today she did. Unlike the other day when she wailed a lot. She napped reasonably well, didn't perform as much when they changed her nappy and seemed far more content. I am sure there will be good and bad days, but I am pleased that she is getting used to it, despite the fact that I am sad that she may find comfort in others.
Have a happy weekend :)

Sharing is caring

Yum yum, cinnamon bun that I shared with Jos today. When we were at the market 2 weeks ago I couldn’t wait to get my hands on one. Jos and I usually go into town every 2^nd Friday for ‘rattle and rhyme’ at the library, then we go get her weighed followed by a trip to the ‘French bread shop’ for our cinnamon bun. She loves it when I break some pieces off for her and we share them. Today she grabbed at the whole thing. Since we haven’t been there in ages (since the beginning of December) it was a nice outing (especially since she refused to eat her yoghurt and have a nap. I actually thought she might fall asleep on the way there but she kept those eyes wide open – instead she fell asleep on our trip to daddy’s work to drop off a yummy cheese and bacon roll for him so I had to stay put for a while coz I took her out the car thinking they would be on a break, they weren’t so it was a bit of a wait. Luckily I work at the same place too so I could hop on my computer and start my blog for the day.

Speaking of work and stuff, it feels weird going to work with hubby and even being in the same office space (it is a big space and we are far apart) while Joscelyn is all on her own at daycare! Doesn’t feel right. And on that note, it may take some getting used to working at the same place. We did work at the same school before but were our offices were a bit of distance apart. What is also weird is that we may actually have to be friends. We are friends already but it’s about setting up a way on interacting but also mingling. I am all about mingling J but he is not allowed to LOL.

Anyway, like my mind I have gone off on a tangent. Oopsie. Sorry. This will probably come up again.

Finding Sarah

This is my new work colleague, Sarah. I chose this as my photo for the day because every time I have started a new job there is a Sarah. 'Finding Sarah' might become my new mantra when starting a new job (or possibly asking if 'they have a Sarah' which will determone whether I will consider a job there or not :)). They seem to be like a 'security blanket', a friend waiting to happen, a smile in the crowd. I like Sarah's. Maybe I look for them or gravitate towards them because one of my bestest friends is a Sarah and she is one in a million. Seriously, a real gem. So my first shout out goes to my awesome friend Sarah in South Africa, who I miss like crazy! She always made dark days seem bright, made me laugh when I felt like crying and made me feel like a squillion bucks when I felt like a crumpled up five rand note. (Before there were five rand coins). Since meeting so many Sarah's I call this Sarah 'my Sarah'. Since moving to Australia and at 3 different schools I have met 3 different Sarah's all of whom have been warm and friendly. So to these Sarah's thanks for making my experiences in a new place seem less daunting and making the effort to brighten up my day. Sarah number 3 I only met yesterday but am pleased to announce that she has met the criteria (LOL if you are reading this new Sarah) and will be added to the list of delightful Sarah's. To 'my' Sarah, I am not replacing you, simply missing you and have discovered that Sarah's are in fact super people.

Comfy, new shoes

After an exciting, exhausting, exhilirating year off I ventured back to work today. It was 'newbies' day, meaning all new staff gathered to learn the 'inner workings' of the school. Gosh, I could tell that my brain has been dormant in that department for a while. Needless to say it was both interesting and informative. I felt overwhelmed but more importantly I felt excited and inspired. Hubby and I will be teaching at the same school. Since it was newbies day today he was able to stay home with Jos. (Although when we had a little break who did I find wating in the staffroom??haha) I got home to shoes under the cot, toilet paper, 2 led lights and a toilet roll spread out in the bathroom and a sleeping baby :)
Anyway, while on holiday I got some new shoes. I had not worn them until today. It's always fun owning a new pair of shoes and a real bonus when they are comfy. I am not sure if it is because I am a teacher, was brought up like that or perhaps just a danger to myself but comfort exceeds fashion for me. High heels are a a health and safety risk to me, lol.

Anyway I look forward to learning more about the school and my job. It is only 3 mornings a week so I still get to spend some precious time with my baby girl.

Let me go, got some paperwork to fill in (Or out) xx

Pleasant surprises :)

A lovely surprise in the post today. A wonderful parcel of books from my special friend Amy. And with them beautiful words for Josci and me. What a blessing to get unexpected parcels and what a blessing it is to have wonderful friends. Thanks Amy, fairy godmother to Josci.

Rainy Sundays and no pancakes

No pic today. I was going to take a pic of my 'pannekoek' (South African pancakes - crepes in Australia) sadly when trying to make them the batter was just not right and not a single pancake appeared. And that was not for lack of trying, I tried adding more flour to the batter etc etc. Just not my day in the kitchen coz then I burnt poor Jos' chicken nuggets. Actually all day I just did not feel like myself. I should have had a backup pic though (having a case of deja vu right now writing that??!!) perhaps my new dress I wore to church this morning or the refreshing, cooling rain that has been sprinkling down all day.


So sadly folks that is all for today. And so the week begins. Jos' has 3 days in daycare this week, hubby and I are back at work from this week and so as teachers, the year officially begins...so maybe the rest of those new years resolutions will kick in. Let's hope.

PS the mini series of 'The Slap' was a bit disappointing. They turn epic novels into one films, we made it through one episode and decided that was it for us. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and am happy to leave it there and not endure any further torture watching the slap in what seems to be slow motion.

Good shows

Still unsure why some photos from my phone are clear and others not so much. We have started watching 'Packed to the Rafters' again and loving it! We missed it when it was on TV so have hired it and today we watched episode 4 of season 4. Will have to hire the next few soon. We also hired 'The Slap', hoping that is good too. I read the book so am looking forward to the read. With a baby show watching does take a bit of a backseat, I have loads of 'Gossip Girl' to catch up on and we have just started watching one called 'Homeland' and have heard that the new show ' Once upon a Time' (starting soon on TV) is very good. Needless to say that when you find a good show, it is a nice way to escape. Should probably try read more, but since I love a good afternoon nap, when an opportunity for that presents itself, the nap wins.

I did however stop watching Dexter. I was quite a few seasons in but felt convicted to stop. I was 'enjoying' it but something about the current season tweaked somewhere and I felt God nudging me to stop watching. So I did.

Anyway that is all for today, hope your weekend is great

Friday is chocolate day

Lost everything I wrote about today! Stupid laptop decided to do some updates switching computer off and I stupidly was not hitting save as I went along! I thought it did it automatically, I guess not.

So the picture today is of a Lindt Reindeer, got a pack with 4 reindeer and a santa, small ones but donw from $5 to 99c! That was yesterday, the exciting thing was that hubby brought me one this morning and unlike me, I had forgotten about it. I never forget about chocolate, if I had remembered, it probably would have been devoured last night not only today.

Anyway darling girl had a better day 2 at daycare. She still cried when we dropped her off but we stayed a little longer than day 1 and played a little with her unlike her first day - it felt like we just dropped and disappeared. There should be a guide on what to do on your little one's first day, or they should tell you there at least. Needless today, although she cried a bit, we didn't rush though and that made me feel better. Then I forgot her water bottle at home, this meant a quick trip back home to fetch it. Luckily we live close to the school, dashed home and popped back in to drop the bottle off. I didn't want Jos to see me, luckily I was successful in sneaking in. I saw her in the distance, no longer crying and looking content from what I could see. That gave me some peace, despite the fact that seeing someone else holding my baby was pretty hard to swallow. When we went to fetch her she was sitting having a little play on the carpet, looking fairly content (of course holding onto her dear 'Dolly'). She did cry a little when we got there, but unlike the other day, she stopped crying when I picked her up and then was full of smiles (also unlike day one when she cried all the way too the car, in the car and even at home didn't want to let me out of her sight) and happily got in the car and when we got home played merrily :) It gives me peace that it went better but I am a little sad that she managed without me that when she cries someone else will cuddle her. I guess I am selfish in that respect, but need to slowly accept it. At least she will be mroe days with me than at daycare.

Oh well that is all for today. Thanks for reading, let the weekend begin

Milkshakes and celebrities

Overall a good day. Went to the market, very hot so happily went into a coffee shop that advertised yummy milkshakes. I had a chocolate one and hubby had a lime one, baby napped in her pram. As you can see quite a lot the glass was full plus the metal jug was full to the brim too. Needless to say i did not finish it. Seems I am getting older and wider as opposed to wiser LOL. the milkshake was yummy but what saddens me is that by giving me so much, if I were to drink it all I would feel yucky and all enjoyment would be lost. I know we probably complain too much, but I did feel that by giving me too much I am robbed of the yumminess because we dont want to waster, besides we paid for it, but I decided to not have it all and enjoy the feeling rather than have it all and feel bloated and uncomfortable (not to mention that i already feel a bit like an elephant...the new years resolutions in this department are taking a while oopsie)

That could be my irk for the day, although I did feel somewhat disturbed by the golden rocking horse and carriage bed or something Beyonce got for her little one. Oh and a diamond studded or something ridiculous like that high chair. Um, have you people never met a baby? What good is it going to do the kid anyway? They probably wont remember and from a young age they are given more than they could ever dream of, so when they get older appreciating just the little things will seem so foreign to them. I feel these parents are robbing their children of reality, enjoyment and thrill. We all (well most of us) what is best for our children and we will never be perfect parents but love is important, teaching children that the value of life is not to desire material possessions but to find joy within (and in God) Sorry celebs, but some of you have lost the plot. Gone are the days when an ice cream or take away hamburger are the highlight of your day or week. Sadly we are breeding some very unappreciative, 'wanting' kids and we are robbing them of their right to find happiness on their doorstep. Childhood may feel long as a kid but lasts or such a short time, let your child enjoy it, simply!

That's all for me. Tomorrow is day 2 of daycare...dread!!!

Afternoon cuddles

Baby girl fell asleep on the bed next to me but then woke up, I picked her up and she fell asleep on my chest. I didn't get much of a nap but cherish these moments of cuddles with my little sweetie pie. ( Tried to upload this photo several times yesterday but to no avail. Phone, email etc were just not cooperating so I closed my laptop and called it a day.)

Unexpected gifts :)

Well I go back to work next week and for the last year my bag has been a nappy bag. Jos and I went to mum's group today while hubby (also a teacher and also goes back next week) ran a few errands. When we got home, a cute new smaller bag awaited me. On his travels around town he went and bought me a new bag. Very sweet darling hubby. Question is. will it be big enogh to fit everything in. My mom says I am an 'in case' person, I like to be over prepared sometimes which also affects the contents of my bag. Time to downsize anyway.

Tired tonight after a lon g night last night, bub vomited in her ot. Not sure if she is unwell (she didnt really want to eat much yesterday) or if being at daycare was just so overwhelming that by night time she was beside herself. Today at mum's group she did not want to leave me or let me leave her sight for fear I might go. Monday was bad I think the next one is going to be even worse!

Good night all...no irks today ;)

Watching the clock

It was our little girl's first day at daycare today. I go back to work next week after a whole year off from teaching. I am only going back 3 days a week and darling girl is going to daycare twice this week to get used to it (and make sure that i am not in tears at work, or they ring me to say she is wailing and needs her mommy) Last week her and I visited there together for a play and get used to surroundings (we have been a few times before) Today she went 'solo' for just the morning. She wailed as we left and I sobbed in the car park and more at home. She has never been alone with anyone else except hubby or me so a huge step fpr all parties involved. I then had a rant moment and decided that those women who fought for liberation actually messed things up. I am no man's doormat, I should not be treated as a lesser human being based on the fact that I am a woman (women are afterall 'more equal' than men ;)) and I should have a choice. Sadly little choice is left and most women need to go back to work for financial reasons, so that isn't really a choice is it? I was blessed and so privileged to have a year off and wish for just a few more months, but at least I will only be working 3 days a week. It is not ideal but better than nothing. She may never remember this time, but everyone keeps telling me how quickly it goes by and to enjoy every moment, so that is what I plan to do. So my motives may also be slightly selfish, but it could be the innate desire within me to want to be with my darling girl. I definitely think there is a place for playgroups, little ones need to socialise. There comes a time when they need to become indepenedent and be part of the community. But they also need their mommy's for a certain period.

Perhaps I am selfish. I am happy to share some things but other things I battle with. I love and cherish what is mine. I hate the thought of my little girl getting hurt and I am not the one there to console her. All she wants when she is sad is me, how can I do that to her, to me? It breaks my heart.

So to those women who burnt their bra's. I love being equal but I would really like to be different and valued differently to men. I would like the choice. Not everyone wants to stay at home, but it should be an easy choice, one that does not depend on finances. I am a mother and that is the most challenging yet rewarding job on the world and I bet that I will still be watching the clock in anticipation in a few months time, still desperate to be reunited with my little buttercup.

Thanks for reading...maybe this week should be 'irk' week, I am feeling irritated with many things...maybe it is a sign of me getting old LOL

My darlings :)

These two will probably make several appearances on my blog this year. Hubby and darling daughter :) A beautiful sunny Sunday, a trip to the beach, homemade banana bread ( I baked yesterday yum yum) and lots of fun and smiles. Love these two so very very much. xx

Drop the rag, pick up a mag :)

I am pretty selective when it comes to magazines. I religiously bought "Essentials" in South Africa but since moving to Aus I have not been quite sure what to get. From time to time I purchased "Notebook" but recently heard that it is no longer in around. Having a little one, I subscribe to the mother and baby mag but other than that not much. I bought the December "Women's Weekly" and enjoyed escaping for a just a bit from my day to read something other than celebrity gossip. At around the same time I bought the magazine, Vodafone offered me a free 6 month subscription. I think I was a bit late to receive the January one so bought myself a copy and look forward to a cup of coffee and a few articles every now and then. With a home to try keep tidy and a one year old, I should probably be armed with a bucket and some rags, but a little me time won't harm me. Besides I am sure the crumbs and dishes from lunch aren't going anywhere :) Have a happy Saturday.

A nap a day keeps the hormones at bay hahaha

My phone doesn't seem to be taking the clearest of pictures. Some come out really well while others not so much. Anyway, in case you were wondering this is a shot of my pillow (handmade by my lovely momsy). Why, you ask? With a one year old, naps are not always part of my day and since she has never been a very goodd napper (going for 45minutes at most, it often means that if I do try to nap just when I doze off she stirs and no nap.) Other times I try nap but just can't fall or stay asleep. Today little darling slept for over an hour in her pram out in the tv room with daddy and I jumped on the bed, had the aircon on, fell asleep immediately and slept for just over an hour. It was blissful :) They may be few and far between but when good, restoring naps come my way, they are sweeter than fudge.

How about that!

Now here is something I haven't seen in absolute ages! Twin yolks. There is definitely delight in the small things as much as in the big.

We are still in the throes of sorting out our house. We have a few goodies that need to be sent to the Salvo's so that is tomorrow's expedition. Clearing the clutter with a one year old take a bit longer but watching her being enthralled by boxes, papers, pegs and so forth is worth the extra time it takes. Children are fascinating and it is amazing to see how they are fascinated by what we may find dull and mundane. It definitely gives one perspective and has reminded me that I am sometimes so focused on getting the job done that I miss out on those small delights along the way. Perhaps I should add this to my list of new years resolutions. So far the blogging is going well, unfortunately the chocolates in the cupboard (that were meant to go away on holiday with us but I forgot at home) have other ideas by beckoning me. They have the upper hand at the moment what with me venturing back to work after being at home for the year with our little girl and said little girl starting daycare for the first time on Monday. Needless to say mommy is a feeling a slight bit fragile and chocolate seems to have some power of hypnotising me into the belief that if I eat it I will feel better. It certainly helps the emotions in that line, but when I step onto the scale (and have to lean forward to look over my belly which I thought would have been a distant memory a year after having had a baby) I am aghast at the lies it tells LOL.

Some of my resolutions include: healthy eating and exercise, spending more time reading my Bible and praying (sadly that took a backseat the last year with having had a baby - it is no excuse but it is my reason) as well as being more regular at church and possibly joining a Bible study group. Theh there is the photo a day and blogging. Today I thought I really ought to do some scrapbooking of Joscelyn's first year. We are slowly getting the house sorted so another positive and finally to not sit around and wait. I have this habit of waiting to see what others may do and then want to blame them for me not getting done what I would like to. I think it is time to move on. And perhaps also to try and reach out to others. 2011 was all about Joscelyn and I am sure all the years to come will be about her but as she gets older and gets more independent I hope to look out a bit more. One of my facebook friends had a status that said something like "Do unto others even if they don't do unto you". Don't expect anything in return, look out and value those around you. I think that little bit of advice could go so far as changing the world. What do you think?

That's it for tonight.


PS Hangover 2 was a bit disappointing. I didn't care much for the soundtrack and didn't find it as funny as the first one. They alsmost seemed to be trying too hard to be funny. That is just me.

Always coca cola

So, I had a 'yay' moment today. Recently coke cans and bottles have been coming out with names on saying 'share a coke with...' There was even Santa! Well 'Jacqui' never appears spelt like that, it is usually 'Jackie' so imagine my excitement when I spot my very own name winking at me from inside the refrigerator at Coles. Funny how something so little made me want to do a happy dance. For obvious reasons I had to adopt the coke and bring it home with me.

I guess I have some explaining to do. My real name is Jacqui notEmily, minor detail. Oh well. That is a story for another time. I am busy sipping the last of our New Year champage and going to watch 'Hangover 2' with my hubby. Yays.

Last thing, sorry about all the typo's. Naughty fingers. Now I urge you to go and find your name of coke and if you can't perhaps write in to them and insist on one.

Chat soon

Clear the clutter

Finally starting to sort our house out - bought storage containers to clear the clutter and finally putting a few of our pictures up on the walls. Since we are renting we dont want to make too many holes in the walls. This is just one of the pics I thought I might share. It greets us in the dining room and really livens up our eating area. (Not that it needs more livening up with a one year old)

In short, tidying is not my favourite thing but it really feels good to know where thing are and have a sense of clarity. ( Sadly I have not even looked at or touched my many boxes of teachign resources . So I appreciate having an orderly home. (My mom will be so proud - better tell her to read my blog)

Speaking of blogs, it still is rather a curious thing sharing your thoughts with strangers. I suppose the beauty of it is that you can share as much or as little as you like and you may not have very many followers. But, there must still be some sort of 'blog etiquette'. You want to share thoughts and opinions and this always means people are likely to have their own opinions, disagree or feel offended. I am sorry if you ever feel offended, perhaps we can just agree to disagree should the need arise. I don't want to overshare but then again dull and boring is not what I am going for either. Please hang around and see where this may go.

So far blogging is going okay, my otehr resolutions...not so much (an inviting slice of cheesecake sits beside me..we do afterall need to rid the house of temptation before the healthy eating can begin, don't we?

Until tomorrow

cake :)

So one of my new year's resolutions is to eat more healthily, do some exercise and hopefully in the process shed some kilo's. Well this pic was before the new year, on Joscelyn's first birthday a few days ago. I baked a cake, we took it to the park and had cake in the park. What a lovely family outing. As for eating healthily, it is the 2nd of January and I haven't quite allowed my resolutions to kick in. I was a day late in starting with my blog, but here it is so maybe another day or 2 then the body makeover :)

So, there you have it, cake, family is something I am truly grateful for.

Keep reading, I promise that it will get more interesting...some opinions, thought provoking musings and no doubt some hilarious incidents to be shared.

Happy 2012 - may it be blessed.

Happy New Year. One of my New Year's resoultions is to blog, as well as add a photo a day of something I am grateful for or something that brightened up my day, no matter how big or small. I am not a photographer so the photo's are from the heart as opposed to being that of an artist. This first pic is of my wonderful hubby Jacques and gorgeous little girl. I tried to upload different photos from my mobile but they were on their side so if anyone can ell me how I can rectify that and edit it on the blog, that would be great.

Our little girl, Joscelyn, celebrated her first Christmas this year. It was a busy day. We stayed over at friends on Christmas eve and then opened a few pressies at their house. Next top was church then back to where we were staying while visiting Brisbane. We had a small bbq for lunch before heading off to my brother, sister-in-law and nephew's home to be totally spoilt and indulge.

This photo is taken at my brother's place with Joscelyn wearing her 15 year old cousin, Jordan's, hat and Jacques in Christmas spirit with is red shirt on.

In short, I am grateful for my family, especially a wonderful hubby and precious daughter.