It is with a heavy heart that we no longer visit the world’s best Family Daycare Mum every Tuesday. Trudy has been Ben’s Family Daycare Mum for over a year and she has been fantastic not only for Ben but for me as well. I first sent Ben to Family Daycare because we didn’t have any family close and he needed that little something that I couldn’t give him. We struck gold when we met Trudy. She was referred to me by a mutual friend. She took us into her home like we were family. She showed Ben a level of care that was above and beyond what I could have dreamed of. Ben was no walk in the park for Trudy. He cried every time I dropped him off for what seemed forever. But Trudy never scowled she would just scoop him up and shared her heart. At Trudy’s Ben painted, played, glued, sang, read, ran, climbed, jumped and laughed. Ben fell in love with Trudy and her two beautiful girls Eva and Mae and his family daycare sister Ella. Trudy now has a wonderful new addition to her family – baby Oliver. Her hands are a little fuller these days hence our departure. Thanks Trudy you made such a difference in Ben’s life xoxo
Category: Family
Beautiful Boys
Ben had the most lovely morning with his two little mates, Joseph and Baby Tom. The big boys played so beautifully with Tom – very cute. I took these snaps and thought they captured the fun of the morning. It was just one of the mornings that made you so thankful for having great friends and children!
Grandchester Model Live Steam Trains
Today Ben and I visited the model trains at Grandchester near Ipswich.
What a great little outing for the kids (and big kids).
Here is a little movie of Ben getting right into the spirit, he really loved the whole experience.
Today Ben and I visited the model trains at Grandchester near Ipswich.
What a great little outing for the kids (and big kids).
Here is a little movie of Ben getting right into the spirit, he really loved the whole experience.
Diving In, Ready…….or Not!
Its June 4th 2010 and I can’t stop thinking about the little business I hope to begin – a little dream really. Just something simple. A studio in the garage and selling my wares at the Handmade Expo. I don’t expect to make millions but to have a little joy doing what I love. If I was to make a little money that would be nice too!! I am nervous, scared and excited. I hope that the creative mojo I once thought I possessed was not in my mind and I can indeed harness it and produce some old fashioned fabulous toys. I am hoping to make cubby houses that fit over your dining room table or card table, tee pees, fabric puppet theatres, hop scotch mats and maybe hobby horses. ……………. Deep Breath!!!! Wow it is out there! I have said it and now I need to make it a reality. First thing…….. a name and funding. I am probably heading back to the classroom next term to cover the funding ……. another Deep Breath! Only for short time to get the dollars organised so I can fund my project. My dream is to work from home so I can be the best Mum to Ben I can be. As for the name……mmmmmmm……… not going that well there. I want something that captures the essence of childhood play. We are still tinkering. These are some early ideas – SMILE+LAUGH+PLAY, Play the Old Fashioned Way, Old Fashioned Fun, and Aunty Bee’s. All ideas welcome….. please.
I have to thank some really wonderful people for inspiring me…… Tam for sourcing the most inspiring, sensational and extraordinary toys in her shop – Billycarts and Ballerinas. It is truely fabulous and if you haven’t been for a visit it is a must. For me it is like stepping into a fairytale. Claire for always being a positive voice in my head – thank you thank you thank you. My Mum for encouraging me to orgainise the garage and set up a studio. My wonderful husband who believes I can do anything and of course my beautiful little man Ben who reminds me that childhood is an amazing place every single day.
Fingers crossed that in the next six months……. I get myself organised.
Where Did Three Years Go?
I snapped this photo today when Ben had a little nap on the couch (which is unheard of!). But it reminded me of this baby photo I took when he was about a month old. WOW ……. he seems to have grown in the blink of an eye!!! He still makes my heart melt xoxo
And a chair as well…..
Ben and I started the morning with great enthusiasm and excitement. Today was the day of the Play School Concert. We couldn’t wait!! Well…. It didn’t exactly stay that way or go to plan. We made sure we arrived in plenty of time to get a good possie. We ended up with front row seats which I thought was going to be excellent. We had front row seats last time we saw Play School. The shows storyline saw the presenters take Big Ted, Little Ted and Jemina through adventures on their way to Humpty’s house for a picnic. I was sooooooo excited that the presenters were Alex Papps and Abi Tucker. Alex is my all time favorite presenter!! Ben thinks he is pretty cool as well (heheheh). When the concert began it didn’t take long for Ben to cover his ears and cling to me for dear life. It was a little loud but I thought he would relax as the show continued. During one of the songs Alex came down from the stage dressed as a monkey and pretended to steal my bag. I think he was trying to get Ben to smile. I thought this was cute and my heart skipped a beat as I have a tiny crush on Alex ………….but Ben was not impressed and began to cry telling him to ‘give his mummy’s bag back’. Ben didn’t really recover from this although I think I did see a brief smile at one point. Ben continued to complain about the noise and sat in my lap with his bunnies over his ears. I thought it best to move away from the front and head towards the back. But still Ben was not impressed. It was time to leave! I was gutted that we had to leave before we got to Humpty’s picnic!! Once Ben and I left the auditorium Ben gave me a big smile and said ‘Bust My Buffers it was loud’. My heartbreak over Humpty was gone and I gave my little man a great big hug! Maybe next time we will sit right at the back!!!
