Down by the duck pond for a lovely walk this afternoon. The lake was completely frozen over but it led to a new game of skating ice across the top to see how far it would go. The ducks enjoyed the bread and both the boys lapped up the fresh air. Eddy needs a outdoor suit!
So much has happened recently. The most important news is about Eddy who has a nasty chest infection which has caused his ear drum to perforate and a very high temperature and a miserable little boy. We have been to the hospital most of the day and now have more antibiotics. Thomas has had the week off school with tonsillitis fully recovered now. Tracy has been suffering as well with a bug but luckily better now.
Hopefully next weekend we'll all be ok and can have some fun.
The boys sharing crisps at CHF, lovely sunny day out, lots of playing and highwiring especially from Thomas.
A day at LWV, lots of queuing, some screaming, not too wet, lots of Angry Birds. Quite a compact venue which is good, not too much walking for little people. Maybe they were a little young or small to fully enjoy it but I'd go back again.
Another run along the Monsal Trail today. Did about 9.5 miles today, including a pitstop for a flying off pedal on Thomas's bike. No idea how that happened. Tea and large cakes in the cafe afterwards.
This was a great success. Thomas enjoyed and got faster and more confident the longer he had on the track. Party booked, now Tracy wants a go.
A walk through the park lands and a play followed by tea at the pub and more playing. Now Monsters Inc and bed.:-)
Spent a lovely day at Sherwood Pines on Friday, cycling, high ropes and a bit more cycling (for me). Here we have the splendid birthday cake. Enjoyed in the field.
Been to visit my Dad today, he was glad of the visit and seemed ok in his spirits if he is still having a few difficulties walking. He is now using 2 sticks all the time and has extra rails inside and outside his house. Eddy clearly enjoyed sharing his first school report with him.
Had a good trip to Bolton Abbey, lots of walking, some interesting activities, stepping stones (falling in is optional Eddy!), and a large abbey.
Sorry to see the end of the McMillan building, have enjoyed my time there. Am sure the David Hockney building will be great, after a while!
Lovely afternoon at Worsborough Mill lots of stalls to take your money and a few demos. Thomas did well on the archery, seemed to enjoy it as well.
Look who's in charge now! Mr Jones is stepping up for a year to see how he goes. Good luck fella.
Went for my first bike ride tonight. Down to B&Q, onto the train's Pennine trail and get lost in wombwell, not planned, then back on the trail and home. Enjoyed it. It took an hour. Managed the hill at the end, might try it in reverse next time.
The men are shit and organising a night out so it didn't happen. Not for want of trying though.
Both Thomas and Eddy have got fabulous school reports at the end of their years in Year 2 and Nursery. Thomas has achieved well above the expected level and although there are no levels for Eddy we know he's done well.
