Mummies & Daddies

It doesn't get better than this for Madeleine. Having a cuddle with a real baby beats a plastic dolly. Meeting her lovely cousin Bonnie for the first time here. Amazing to think they share their birthday with each other.

Apple

Madeleine played an apple in a recent nursery production of "The Very Hungry Caterpillar".

The Turners Visit

Queueing up at the nail bar for pedicures.

Folly ruins at the very impressive Belton House.

Madeleine; appreciating the symmetry and precision of the landscaped formal gardens,

A rare moment with all of us in the same place at the same time.

Lord of the Manor.

Counting fish.

Wedgie

"Mucka Mike" is responsible for this faux-pas.

Sharing a Moment

Happy Birthday Madeleine!

Sorry for the lack in recent posts - our camera is not working properly. I think it's taken a bit of a battering. Amazingly Madeleine has reached the 4 year milestone. We managed to stretch out the celebrations, beginning in Norfolk over the weekend for a gathering at Grandma and Grandpa's.

Me and my mate Bess.

 

"Two-cakes Madeleine" had a very busy day today with pre-school in the morning followed by an afternoon party with friends at home. Thankfully the weather was kind to us so we could make use of the garden.

 

Thomas was allowed to open the cards while Madeleine made light work of the presents.

Madeleine requested a flower fairy princess cake. 

Pass the parcel with "impartial" control over the music.

Party picnic tea in the garden.

Thomas Turns Two

Restricted by the weather to a day indoors, however Thomas's spirit wasn't dampened. Thank you to everyone for the lovely cards and presents, and to those who travelled to see us.