Priyas Dance Party

I could bask in my kids brilliance for eternity! They both continue to surprise me everyday!
Last night we went to Zavia's good friend Priyas 3rd birthday party, it was a dance party. Talk about fun! Even though it was past their bed time, both Vada and Zavia danced their little hearts out. I had no idea my boy could dance like that...We had several people come over to us and ask if he was having lessons or where did he learn how to do that. We were just as shocked as everyone else.
Happy Birthday Priya...we hope you had as much fun at your party as we did.

Vada...where's the birdy??

Dear Vada,

You are nearly 14 months old. By now your big brother had almost given up on mummys milk...you, my girl, are a different story. Still feeding more than 5 times a day. I love it!
Your expressions and level of communication are growing by the second. You love to point and say "Oooo" to every new thing you see. Looking for birdies is your favourite thing to do outside. You also understand more than we have realised. Just now, when I asked you if you wanted to go outside and take photos, you excitedly nodded your head and squeeled with joy, pointing toward the door. Your dad and I love you more than we can say...and your brother, he just adores you!

You are sweet, and kind, and ours.

Love you!

The 'cute'

This 'cute' is just un bearable! How can one little human contain this much absolute adorableness.

One!

My dearest darling Vada,

There is nothing...
not one thing...
not one single item...
nothing tangible, physical, home made, store bought, handed down item that I can give to you that expresses just how I love you.

I have thought for a long time now what I can get you as a special gift to celebrate this momentous occasion. I have even resorted to asking other mummies and close friends to see if they could think of the perfect thing...something that you can keep and remember as your 'special' gift. The thing that reminds you in years to come that you had a loving, caring, happy childhood. But there simply is nothing!

Sure, we got you a few little presents...presents that I'm sure you will love and enjoy and create cute memories with (I can't go into any further details about them now though as it is not officially your birthday until 9:51am tomorrow). But in time, they will be lost, or broken, or drawn all over, and they will lose some of their 'special-ness' and I wouldn't ever get you something that I put up high in a cupboard that you can't appreciate and enjoy and create those memories with.

I looked and I looked, I promise I looked...I looked high and low, far and wide, I searched all the corners of my brain and my heart for a brilliant idea...

And then I stopped looking for this illusive perfection of a gift!

It doesn't exist!

Because the only thing I can give you that won't be tarnished is my love.

So you see my angel...this is my gift to you...

my love
my time
my attention
my wisdom, for when you know no better
my strength, for when you are down trodden
my comfort, for when you are sick or sad
but most of all my love!
I will love you with every breath in me.
the kind of love that has no conditions,
the kind that is firm yet soft and gentle.

You are my sunshine,
you make me happy when skies are gray.
You'll never know exactly how I love you,
please don't ever go away.

Happy Birthday Vada cakes,

Love mummy.

Bookworms

Our new favourite thing to do...scout our cool, funky bookshops and read together. Vada has some interesting preferences.

The beautiful ones

Believe it or not, I didn't actually ask him to pose like this. What can I say, my boy is a seasoned pro.

I love this girl...

I love how she is like a giant in an ants world...

...but she is still my little baby in this big grown up world.

yum yum

hmm...

vegemite sandwiches.

so yummy to eat...
so funny to watch.

Poop

Another photo from back in November. She sits up on the big toilet as if it is her throne and she is queen.

Sunday afternoons

This is what Sundays are all about. Hanging out with family and friends and taking a day to rest, relax and recover from what was a very big week.

We had a few milestones this week...It was my birthday on Friday and as I have the most wonderful husband in the world...he booked us in for a night at the Sheraton Noosa, so Zavia had his very first sleep over at Nannas house. Vada also had her very first night alone with mummy and daddy. We had to keep reminding ourselves that she was with us because she is so incredibly quiet.

Always keeping an eye out for her mummy.

My little prince.

Best buddies 4eva!!

Sweet as pie.

Tricycle

I love this photo of Vada and I. Tara came over today to pamper me with a foot scrub and pedicure along with a facial and head massage...it was heavenly! After, we headed outside so the kids could ride their bikes on what was a glorious summer day.

Her facial expressions say it all. Its not often she is in control. I bet she is thinking..."hhmmmm...what to do with this kid."

Little lady of leisure. If only we could all be queen for a day and be driven around in a pink chariot.

Tenderness

There is nothing quite as soothing as a big brothers whispers when you are really upset.

Charming

Just because I love her.

The little sister

129/365 (Vada)

I love the dynamics between these two. Even at such a young age, Vada knows that sometimes Zavia deserves a good old eye role.

Compact

128/365 (Vada)

All she needs now is a womb to sit in.


(no photo of Zavia today (insert sad face here.))

Moo

127/365 (Vada)

This is Vadas new favourite toy. It is a farm yard magnet set (that was Zavias). It makes animal noises and Vada has started 'mooing' along with it. Very cute.

Pinchy

126/365 (Vada)

Vada has started a rather annoying habit. Although the pincer action is crucial to her fine motor skill development, I wish she didn't feel the need to practise this skill on me. She manages to grab the smallest amount of skin and not only pinch it but role it between her fingers. OUCH! is a common word in my vocabulary. Good thing I love her unconditionally.

Not so sure.

125/365 (Vada)

Our girl loves the water. Bath time is the highlight of her day. Cold ocean water though?? She is slowly warming up to the idea.

G.L.A.M.O.R.O.U.S.

124/365 (Vada)

My little glamour puss in her new sun hat.

Questions...

123/365 (Vada)

Hmm...what should I do with this? It follows me around everywhere. I know, I'll do what I do with everything else...I'll munch it!!

Brave

122/365 (Vada)

Just like her brother, Vada also loves the water. This was her very first under water experience and although she took in a little water during our swim and got a little cold, overall she loved it. She was so brave, I'm so proud of her.