almost time for school…

One more ‘school holiday’ post before I get back into the sewing!  Much as I’m dreading the beginning of school (I love having my boys at home!), I can’t wait to show you the two dresses I’ve made.  I’ve learnt so much making them - zips, making and using piping, working with sheer fabrics, lining – given me lots of confidence for further projects!  Anyway…that will be another post! 

Over the long weekend we visited the bush maze in Glengarry – so beautiful out there.  All you can hear are birds and the trees…no ‘city’ noises.

We had so much fun doing the maze.  The boys led the way and loved every minute of it!

After the maze, we explored lots of different puzzle and games.  Some of them were really challenging – much harder than they looked.

It was a lovely special day to finish off the school holidays.  Hard to imagine getting back into routine…lunchboxes…trying to find a pair of socks (“Why to they have to match, Mama?  It’s so boring having to wear two socks the same.”)  But we are so blessed to have a beautiful school community with lovely teachers and great kids – nothing to complain about there!

6

Our littlest boy is six!  I kept saying to him all day “Are you sure you’re six?  I think you’re tricking us, and you’re really only three.”  He thought this was hilarious, and tried to convince us he really WAS six!  Those six years have gone by so quickly…

It’s always hard trying to decide what to give Jasper for a birthday present, as his birthday is so close to Christmas.  So this year we decided on something different, and put together a ‘mystery’ holiday for him.  We chose a few days in Hobart, and picked out some fun activities to surprise him with.  I printed out some photos and brochures, and made some cards to glue them in, and wrapped each one up separately.  Just before we got to each activity or place, he unwrapped one to find out what was happening next.  He had such a great time, and we all enjoyed the little holiday!  On his actual ‘birthday’ day I gave him an album full of photos of his holiday.
Off in the car!

First stop was Richmond, where we stayed in a gorgeous little cottage…with a spa!  Jasper was thrilled.  We checked out the beautiful bridge, and had a wander around the Old Hobart Town model village.

Then indoor rock climbing – this was one of his highlights.  We stayed there for three or four hours!

The next day was spent at the aquatic centre, visiting the museum, eating ice cream, and playing at playgrounds…(I can’t believe, looking at these photos, how many layers of clothing we’re wearing!  I’m typing this in 38 degree heat now – hot for Tasmania - and we were freezing in Hobart only last week!)

On our final day we went to see a performance of Robin Hood in the Botanic Gardens – it was absolutely fantastic.  The boys loved it, and were talking about it all the way home (I think it’s on for another week or so – if you’re local, check it out!) – just so funny!

Wow…now you really are six!

0…1…(somewhere in here he lost the mohawk he was born with!)…2…

3…4…5…

Happy birthday, sweet cheeky Jasper!  “We always thank God for you…and pray for you constantly.” (Thessalonians 1:2)

Christmas moments

Happy New Year!  Nothing quite like a fresh start – so much potential.

“Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past.  See, I am doing a new thing!” Isaiah 43:18-19

We’re loving the warm(ish) weather, and getting outside as much as we can – lots and lots of bike riding, tennis, cricket and fishing (boys) and walking (me!).  I’m still finding a few minutes each day for sewing though; photos coming soon of a dress I recently finished.  In the meantime, here are a few photos from our Christmas.  So precious to spend time with special people!

Scary!

Inspired by watching tennis on television…

Fun with family!

Taking care of important business.

Hope you had a happy new year!