Leaving Drinks at Duncan's Work

Alex is always the life and soul of the party and steals the show. Apparently there were more pics taken of Alex than the rest of the party!

Playing in the bath

The "Daddy" Chair

Watching the Rugby together.

Enjoying Eating

These pictures really say it all.

Alex's first bike ride

We joked that Alex's Christmas present was a bike seat and helmet so that he could start going to daycare with Dad on the bike. Well - he got the seat in February, and we finally found a helmet small enough for him to wear. Then we had to wait about three weeks until the weather was fine enough to try them out.

The weather was very changeable over Easter (bright blue sky to snow showers in a matter of minutes), but we managed to find enough sun to go for a ride. Alex took it all in his stride and seemed to enjoy himself.

Since then, he's been to daycare on the bike several times, and in the evening, is so relaxed (and tired) that he often falls asleep on the way home. I guess he's happy on the bike.

Playing with Uncle Hamish's Ball

When Hamish visited last year, he got a ball, and he left it behind for me to play with. Dad got it out at Easter and I had a great time. We couldn't go to the park because it was wet and snowy most of the weekend.

Eating and Talking

Sorry this is sideways - Mum didn't remember which way to hold the camera!!

Crawling, Standing, Falling .....

Alex has mastered all three. Note I don't rush to pick him up when he falls - he's a pro!

Six Teeth

At last, Alex's top teeth - the ones that caused all the pain, have come through. Now he has two bottom teeth and four top teeth. Now I just need to get a picture.

Dad - don't put your finger in my mouth. I can bite now!!

My new friend Wairua

Aunty Emma entered a Canon competition to name a Polar Bear, and her was shortlisted for the final. She won a little Polar Bear and has given it to me. I love him!!