January has been an extremely busy month with some funny shifts for Ian, a wedding in Auckland, and a trip to Queen Charlotte Drive near Picton to see Ruth, Andrew and the girls. Throw into the mix, a sprained ankle (Luka), Dad retiring, and a hacking persistent cough affecting all three kids and that' pretty much fills up the month!
It was great to get away to Auckland see how the other half live and great to come home again. Ben and Luka stayed with Mum and Dad and it all went really well there. We stayed in Ponsonby with Jo and had a great relax after the wedding and enjoyed a break in the routine. I don't think I could live in Auckland, it's too pumped up, too complicated and a little bit showy. Was wonderful to meet with old friends though and see how people's lives have panned out.
Mama and Joseph
My 3rd child New Years 2011
Monday, 30 January 2012
Tuesday, 3 January 2012
When Mothers Get Sick
The New Year was seen in with me sitting alone, while the kids slept and Ian was at work. The next day i got up to an awful virus, which started with exhaustion, was met with a cold and finished with stomach ache. What a horrible way to start the new year. Ian had to call in sick for his late shift, and Mum came around and cooked tea. There is nothing more complicated than a mother who falls ill. There is nothing more frustrating for me than when I fall ill. I loathe it, I look around and see all the things that I want to be doing and cannot get to! So annoying.
Today I went on to wonder whether I'm just plain exhausted. I haven't had a holiday in over three years, and I work 24/7. It's got to add up. This mothering business is definitely a labour of love. Ben has been at his Nana and Grandad's for two nights now which has lightened the load and provided me with some nice time with Luka. Today we dug potatoes, he ate strawberries and peas from the garden and 'helped' me plant some seedlings, chase some weeds and put some peas into raising mix. Was a nice time, except Jojo hated the playpen and I was feeling awful. Tonight made up for it though, made some fresh aioli for a potato, blue cheese and walnut salad on homegrown cos, and decided to whip the whites in the Kenwood so the boys and I ate meranges with whipped cream for dessert. YUM! Ian on nightshift, one more then off for four days. bring it on. See ya.
Today I went on to wonder whether I'm just plain exhausted. I haven't had a holiday in over three years, and I work 24/7. It's got to add up. This mothering business is definitely a labour of love. Ben has been at his Nana and Grandad's for two nights now which has lightened the load and provided me with some nice time with Luka. Today we dug potatoes, he ate strawberries and peas from the garden and 'helped' me plant some seedlings, chase some weeds and put some peas into raising mix. Was a nice time, except Jojo hated the playpen and I was feeling awful. Tonight made up for it though, made some fresh aioli for a potato, blue cheese and walnut salad on homegrown cos, and decided to whip the whites in the Kenwood so the boys and I ate meranges with whipped cream for dessert. YUM! Ian on nightshift, one more then off for four days. bring it on. See ya.
Saturday, 31 December 2011
One Year Young
Well, this time last year I was in labour! I cannot quite put into words what the last year meant to me, maybe one day I will be able to, but for now, all I can say is that it feels like Jo was sent from 'heaven', as were Benny and Luka, but it took Jo to teach me just how wonderful having babies is. I'm so sad in some ways that he is growing so quickly. Today marks the end of 'baby days' for Ian and I and although I never thought I would feel this way, I do in fact feel bereft. He is the world, the universe, there is nothing better, and that goes for all three of them.
And I just Have to Add.......your beautiful eyes light up my life, your gorgeous smile is so serene, your peaceful state is a reflection of how life should be, your trust in me is unequalled. You have made me whole, you have given me life, you have completed the circle. You represent all that is good and beautiful in this world. I love the way that you rest your head on me and make the most delicious little noises of satisfaction. You are an embodiment of all that is important in this world and I shall cherish you until I die. And that goes for all three........
And I just Have to Add.......your beautiful eyes light up my life, your gorgeous smile is so serene, your peaceful state is a reflection of how life should be, your trust in me is unequalled. You have made me whole, you have given me life, you have completed the circle. You represent all that is good and beautiful in this world. I love the way that you rest your head on me and make the most delicious little noises of satisfaction. You are an embodiment of all that is important in this world and I shall cherish you until I die. And that goes for all three........
Thursday, 8 December 2011
Life is busy
Life is so busy at the moment, but then again it has been more than a moment, its been like this since Jo was born. But I'm really happy and I'm loving it. There are downs, but generally speaking I'm so lucky to have what I have.
We are working very hard, Ian in particular, on the renovation. Today Ian rose at 5.30am and got stuck into the skylights in the roof rooms we are building. Hot and hard work, but he is a hard worker. I had morning tea with Janica and the kids, minus Ben, who was at school. They love playing together. Luka, Jo and I then went out to Waitara to shop at 'Binn Inn', boy, that was not exciting. Luka stole chocolates and was generally a bit naughty, while I don't think I saved any money. Later on I took all three of the guys to the supermarket at the Valley, which was good times. Apart from the stress of rising grocery prices!!!!! It is so great to have some fine summer weather too, definitely this makes life alot easier and more pleasant. I am so a hot weather girl, don't actually know why I even live in this province which gets more than enough wind, rain and cold!!!
That's a little run down for the boys to reflect on later. Sometimes It is hard to know what to write in a blog, esp as this can be read by others, but at the end of the day I just want to write stuff that will get the boys talking in years to come and save some of our precious memories. nite.
PS forgot to mention that Little Jo is crawling!! yay, he crawls properly with his knees but is till launching both hands out in front of him which looks very cute. Kind of like a rabbit, oh and he got his first teeth on the 11/11/11.
We are working very hard, Ian in particular, on the renovation. Today Ian rose at 5.30am and got stuck into the skylights in the roof rooms we are building. Hot and hard work, but he is a hard worker. I had morning tea with Janica and the kids, minus Ben, who was at school. They love playing together. Luka, Jo and I then went out to Waitara to shop at 'Binn Inn', boy, that was not exciting. Luka stole chocolates and was generally a bit naughty, while I don't think I saved any money. Later on I took all three of the guys to the supermarket at the Valley, which was good times. Apart from the stress of rising grocery prices!!!!! It is so great to have some fine summer weather too, definitely this makes life alot easier and more pleasant. I am so a hot weather girl, don't actually know why I even live in this province which gets more than enough wind, rain and cold!!!
That's a little run down for the boys to reflect on later. Sometimes It is hard to know what to write in a blog, esp as this can be read by others, but at the end of the day I just want to write stuff that will get the boys talking in years to come and save some of our precious memories. nite.
PS forgot to mention that Little Jo is crawling!! yay, he crawls properly with his knees but is till launching both hands out in front of him which looks very cute. Kind of like a rabbit, oh and he got his first teeth on the 11/11/11.
Thursday, 1 December 2011
This was taken on the first day of summer 2011/2012, 1st Dec.Luka! You don't stick swords in Peoples Eyes! - Benny
The kids have been saying the funniest things lately, but usually I forget them before I get a chance to jot them down. Luka is not keen on his S's and keeps saying d instead, resulting in things like : "Let's ding a dong" and "Mummy selling doap". So funny!
I will endeavor to update this post when funny comments come forth!
Like yesterday, 30th Dec 20011, I said to Ben: "Gosh Sorry I've been such a grumpy cow today." to which he replies, "Actually Mum, you're more like a grumpy Bull, I mean, You don't look look like one, but You are like one." !!!!!!!!!!!
Or in the New Year I say to Ben (in an exasperated tone). "We talk to you until we are blue in the face and you still don't hear us!" To which he replies (nonchantly) : "That would make you a smurf then cos they are blue in the face...."
I will endeavor to update this post when funny comments come forth!
Like yesterday, 30th Dec 20011, I said to Ben: "Gosh Sorry I've been such a grumpy cow today." to which he replies, "Actually Mum, you're more like a grumpy Bull, I mean, You don't look look like one, but You are like one." !!!!!!!!!!!
Or in the New Year I say to Ben (in an exasperated tone). "We talk to you until we are blue in the face and you still don't hear us!" To which he replies (nonchantly) : "That would make you a smurf then cos they are blue in the face...."
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