Play time @ Whanga..

I've had another excellent day. This Morning Uncle David & Luca joined Mummy & I for our early walk. Then Honey, Aunty Debbie, Uncle Dave and Aunty Heidi all came to play with me at the beach.

I had lots of fun in Uncle Dave's boat.

I tired to help Aunty Heidi read her book.

And I had fun playing in my sun tent.

At the beach my Aunties & Uncles

I'm a very early riser.. so instead of waking everyone up Mummy & I took the dogs for a walk on the beach... before coming home for breakfast and bed. After my sleep Mummy & I went down to build sandcastles. I liked knocking them down!!

We came home and since the ocean was cold I had a splash in my paddling pool.

After I woke up from my afternoon sleep we went back down to the beach. Everyone was playing beach cricket. I wanted to join in so Aunty Deb helped me hold the bat and Uncle David rolled the ball to me.

Boxing Day..

I was worn out after Christmas day.. so I slept all night. Mummy was very Happy with me. Mummy & I packed up the car and heading for Whangamata..

Da, Aunty Deb & Uncle Dave took me over to the beach to see if I liked the ocean.

It was very cold.. but the waves didn't bother me!!

Christmas Day..

Hi everyone.. I hope you all had as much fun as I did on Christmas Day.

I woke up early and found that Santa had put lots of presents into my santan socking. Mummy and I took them into Honey & Da's room to open.

Aunty Deb even got up and join us in bed. Everyone liked my musical instruments. Next Uncle David & Aunty Heidi and Mandi & Aliesha came round. Uncle David played Santa.

Lots more family came for lunch.. and we had even more presents.

I was soooo lucky everyone gave me beautiful presents. To say Thank You I entertained them all with my tricks in the water.

Presents & Turning 11 months old

I am now 11 months old.. (as of Thursday)

- I now have 8 teeth.. (altho my last one isn't all the way thru)

- I am getting more & more confident on my feet! Aunty Deb is trying to teach me how to walk.

-I am saying lots more words..

- Im a little mischief maker.. I love to pull faces.. and giggle.

- I love the dogs.

- My new favourite game is trying to get into the pantry at Honey & Da's

I am very lucky.. I have been given 2 awesome presents.

This cute backpack from Aunty Debbie

And Polly from Uncle Criag & Aunty Bronny.. She has her own suitcase, a change of clothes and her own teddy. I like her loads.

Thank you for my wonderful presents!!!

Bay of Islands Holiday -Day 3 (Playing in Whangarei)

On the way home we stopped in Whangarei for lunch. I was very over sitting still so while Aunty Deb & Uncle Dave finished there lunch Mummy & I went to the playground. Mummy pushed me on the swings which was fun.. But the best bit was having a slide with Uncle Dave.

Bay of Islands Holiday -Day 3 (Trip to Russell)

Today was the last day of our holiday. I had so much fun.. and I was so lucky to spend all this time with Aunty Deb & Uncle Dave. Although they will be very pleased to not be sleeping with me anymore cause they think 5:30 is too early to wake up!!

This morning we caught the ferry and went to have a look at Russell. There wasnt too much to see or do over at Russell but thats ok cause the ferry ride was enough fun.

As we were coming back on the ferry.. I spent most of the trip waving to all the boats.

Relaxing at the motel

After our exciting sailing adventure we were all very tired so we spent the afternoon chilling in the sun.

Bay of Islands Holiday -Day 2

Today we went on a cruise on a big boat.. it was a half day cruise that went round lots of the little islands and out thru the hole in the rock.

I was very excited about being on the boat. Mummy says I have good sea legs cause I loved it!!

The water was very rough (2 metre swells) and lots of people were being sick.. Not me.

I thought the boat was rocking just for me. I was giggling and laughing.. In the end I was rocked to sleep. I didnt even notice that Mummy, Aunty Debbie & Uncle Dave werent very well.

We had a stop at a little island were we had a lunch & a play.

Bay of Islands Holiday -Day 1

Let me tell you all about my holiday...

We left Hamilton early on Tuesday morning.. I was a good girl and slept until we got to Waiwera Hot Springs.. we were all ready for a stop then so we went for a swim. The water was lovely. After lunch we hoped back in the car heading for Paihia.

I had another big sleep Mummy was very proud of me. We got to the motel.. and I checked out our room. I loved the big mirror in our room.

This is the beach just down from the hotel.

Hanging at home

Yesterday Mummy & I spent the day at home. I was very tired from all the exciting things that have been happening. So Mummy wanted me to catch up on some sleep. It was nice to play with my toys. Mummy even blew up some balloons and I spent ages playing with them

This morning we are leaving for our Holiday in the Bay of Islands.. Its a long drive so I hope I dont get bored!!! I will tell you all about it when I get home.

Aunty Debbie's here

My Aunty Debbie is here!!!! This Morning Mummy & I got up super early.. we went with Honey & Da to pick Aunty Debbie & Uncle Dave up from the airport. We were all very excited about seeing them. Mummy had been showing me Aunty Debbies photo and trying to teach me how to say Deb Deb Deb.. (havent mastered it yet tho!)

When we got to the airport Honey brought me a welcome home balloon to give to Aunty Debbie. We waited at the gate for them to arrive.

Mummy spotted them coming thru... Aunty Debbie walked over and started talking to me. I put my arms out & gave her a cuddle.. I thought she was pretty cool!!

When we got to the car I had big cuddles.. I also thought I needed to check her out!!

Once we got back to Honey & Da's it was time to show my tricks.. Aunty Debbie thought it was time I learnt to walk. So she tried to teach me.. (I haven't managed it yet)

I did show how clever I am in the water tho..

I'm very pleased to have my Aunty Debbie & Uncle Dave her for my 1st Christmas!!

My Fun Saturday..

What a busy day I have had.. Mummy & I were up early to get everything organised for Uncle David & Aunty Heidi's day at the races. Mummy said I was the best helper! Mummy had to go to the races early to set up so I stayed with Honey and arrived at lunch time.

I had so much fun.. There we loads of people to watch & play with.

I even saw SANTA.. I tried to pull is bead!!

Mummy & I were both very tired so we left early.. and now I am fast asleep.. Only 1 more sleep till I get to meet my AUNTY DEBBIE!!!

Greenwood Park takes ANDEN to the races

This afternoon Anden ran in race 6 at TeRapa. It was his first race since being home from Sydeny. He was looking beautiful & had been training well.

Aunty Heidi led him round the birdcage..

Uncle David Helped the Jockey (Michelle Wenn) get up.

It was very exciting watching the race.. everyone was cheering loud. Unfortunatly Anden got bumped into and didnt really like it.. He slowed down and didnt win the race. Poor Anden I wouldnt like being Banged by big horses either!!!

Playing with the Alley's

Meet some of my cousins.. (well to be honest they are my 4th cousins!!! )

This is me with Oliva & Grace. I liked playing with them. Oliva gave me my first pretzel. I loved it. The girls had their faces painted. When i get big I will be able to have face paint too.

Nathan is in this photo.. Nathan is another Alley cousin. Hes a big kid tho -he's 15!!