Spring Break

The weather has been so lovely lately. There has been a bit of rain but not enough to dampen our plans.

After I do the morning drop off I do a lap around Centennial Park and sit down to do some work. 

This made my heart stop. I know the train won't move, but still.

We found the space shuttle and he was off!

At least this entertainment was free.

First ferry ride.

First bus ride.

Art and About. This year hasn't been as good as previous years', I don't think. Not enough interactive stuff. Trolleys by Shaun Parker & Company was pretty cool, though.

First ice cream

Train ride home. "Next stop is Milson's Point. We are now at Milson's Point." He did that for every station until we got to our stop. He also declared, "Wollestonecraft, that's where the dinosaurs live but they're not here right now."

There was plenty of action at home too.

And more tree-climbing action.

We are discussing our first family holiday.  I am desperate to go on an overseas holiday but seeing as my passport has expired, I still need to get our marriage certificate so I can officially change my name and get a new passport and only a few more days of holiday left in which I have more work to do (it's turned out to be a work from home holiday), I doubt I'll get myself organised in time. Taking two very energetic toddlers on a long flight seems so daunting and we're not really interested in the resort type destinations that are relatively close. A road trip is looking like a happy solution. We shall see.

One Fine Day.

Last Friday, before the Car Cake Catastrophe, Bubby, the baby and I went to the park for a bit of sun and exercise. Bubby wheeled out his motorbike.

He was telling random strangers that he was riding his motorbike.

Chased and threw sticks at some birds.

Then he kicked his ball around. It's good to know that he can do a running kick. He's not as unco as I thought he was.

I really hope this weather continues so we can do this more often.

A Walk in the Park.

Yesterday morning looked like a very nice day to go for a walk. 'Looked like' being the operative words. While it was a very sunny day it's also quite windy and chilly. Nevertheless, Chububby and I headed to Centennial Park in the morning after dropping off Bubby at daycare for a nice walk.

Spotted a black swan. I've danced the part of the Black Swan before but I've never seen a real one until now.

Nice spot for a picnic, if it wasn't freezing cold.

Not the park but I can't wait to take him on an excursion to the park so he can ride his 'motorbike' and his trike. Someone is getting a scooter for Christmas, oh and a helmet and leather gear. Bubby is not the most coordinated kid in the world. He tried to chase a turkey and tripped on his second step got up and tripped again. He is very articulate though, just as well as he'll never be a sports star.

Angry Birds.

More like angry AT the bird.

The nasty turkey keeps doing this to my driveway. This isn't even the worst of it. He can pile it up to a foot high. And when it rains there's no way you can drive up the driveway because it turns into slippery mud.

I wished all birds that visit us are like these

These cockatoos are not as friendly as they look. They were pecking at the window before I took this photo.

My favourite visitors thus far, tawny frogmouths, otherwise dubbed the Lovebirds. They came on Valentine's Day. Bubby still keeps asking to see the 'owls'.

Things Are Starting To Look Up.

I have accomplished so much today!

I managed to have breakfast in peace while checking out FB. You'd never guess I had children to care for. Ok well, my mum arrived and entertained Bubby while I ate and Chububby was still asleep. And yes, that is a paper towel that I used as a place mat. Don't judge me.

I had a leisurely shower and got into proper clothes albeit hastily styled. If you have a newborn you'd know that I ought to be congratulated for achieving such success.

I chased this nasty turkey that is ruining my front yard. His name will be Dinner.

Look at that trail of destruction.

Then Chububby and I went for a walk to the shopping centre. It's a pretty long walk and I made it! Gold star for effort. We met my mum and Bubby there. They caught the train which I couldn't because there is a very high set of stairs at my closest train station, so I walked. It was great to be out in the civilised world again. I only bought a bottle of water and sushi but still. Now that I know it's achievable next time I'll buy more!

We got home, I fed the kids and put them both to bed with minimal effort. 

Glorious day!

A Nice Walk. Saving My Sanity.

Today Bubby, Chububby and I went for a walk. It was the first time I left the house since I got home from the hospital some 4 weeks ago. No wonder I was going stir crazy. It was nice to be outside and dressed somewhat nicely. I really enjoyed looking at the houses and their gardens on my street.

Bubby helped me push the pram.

Bubby loved to watched the goings on in the neigbourhood, mainly the gardeners trimming hedges and using leaf blowers.

Red camellias! 

Magnolias are blooming.

Pink camellias.

I love this lawn and the spring blossoms.

I'd like to know how the owners (or their gardener) made these spring blossoms look like this.

I never realised how many of my neighbours hired gardeners. I know next door does because the gardener once mistook my house for theirs and trimmed my hedges!

How cute are these hedge balls?

More Magnolias

Bubby spotted a lizard (see if you can). The kid has sharp eyes.

He also got to climb a tree.

Snow drops from my own garden, or whats left of it thanks to the bush turkeys.

My Magnolia tree with buds that are about to bloom. I can't wait!

What I wore. Lots of pink. It's my happy colour.

Orchid I received when I was in hospital. I hope I can keep it alive.

After our walk I managed to make myself morning tea while Chububby was asleep in the pram. As always he has the worst timing as he woke up just after I took this photo.

It's  good thing we went for a walk when we did because the weather turned foul shortly after we got home.

Today has been the best day I've had since coming home. I need to make this a part of my daily routine. I'm starting to feel normal again.