Play again

After yesterday's performance, I decided to take a proactive approach. I got the table out and we sat together to do some cutting and pasting and the boys really enjoyed it. They sat and concentrated well for a while and while there was no product, it is not always about that. We had fun. They played well, together and there were no tantrums.

Oh, and on a happy note(for me) I found something I thought I had lost. I had been asked almost a year ago to alter. It was a project that wasn't fun, urgent, easy and I didn't think it would have the outcome she was after and basically I didn't want to do it and I hadn't got around to it. Anyway, she wanted it back. This wasn't an easy task as I couldn't find it, and didn't have the time to have a good look. She called today to say she was on her way over so I had to look and I FOUND IT and RETURNED IT. So, note to all if you want something done, made or altered - GIVE ME A TIME LIMIT. I ONLY WORK TO DEADLINES

Fireman Sam

Can too much viewing of Fireman Sam turn little redhead boys into Norman Price?????
The boys are OBSESSED with Fireman Sam - from DVD's but we also have some dolls and a fleece blanket. However I don't think it is all good.
We had a birthday party today, and the little boys fell asleep in the car on the way. I let them sleep for a while (with the big squirrel) but they were waiting for the kids to do the cake, so I woke them up. Not really my best move as they had to enter an unfamiliar house, full of adults they didn't know and it was all a bit overwhelming. Spencer was consolable, however Benji went off. Really off - which has been a bit of a habbit lately. He was screaming for 20 minutes, totally inconsolable. Hopefully we can write it off as a phase but anyone who has a difficult child knows it isn't fun.

Construction

A cubby is being constructed at our place. It is slow going with Popeye having two 'helpers', but it is going to be great.

Theatre

Oh, I am singing and tapping my feet as I type. I had a lovely night out with a good friend. She had tickets (for which I must remember to pay) to Crazy for You at the Art Centre. We were mixing with the grownups on a night out on our own. After a lovely dinner with wine we were off to the show which was jam packed with Gershwin numbers. It wasn't an all your bells and whistles type of production but it was really enjoyable way to spend a night.

Value

Another great find from this magazine is this great baby cardigan pattern. My aunt knitted it for the twins when they were little and they were great. They are knitted in one piece and tend to grow with the child. I think I got 6months out of them (which is a long time for a baby). Mum knitted this one while we were away, and some of the other wool is earmarked for more - again for gifts.

Sale - homewears

One of my aims when starting this blog was to share some of my bargain shopping secrets - here is a really good one.

Rhubarb - make china and now children's clothes and accessories are having their annual sale - one which I have been hanging out for. I got a great deal last year and need a top up.

WHEN
Wednesday 22nd July, 2009 until Friday 24th July, 2009.
WHERE
283 Swan St(melways reference 44 F11)Richmond.VIC, 3121.

http://www.rhubarb.net.au/
TIMES
Wednesday - Friday: 8am - 7pm
PAYMENT
Mastercard, Visa, Cash, Eftpos

StarWars

Scienceworks in Spotswood is currently exhibiting StarWars costumes and Props etc. My brother and Dad to Alexander off to this and they all thoroughly enjoyed it. Mr P is a bit of a star wars freak and has spead this disease to both Alexander and Dad (to a lesser extent).
They all had a great day together and Alexader sees it as the pinicle to a great and busy holiday.