Taupo

A night in Taupo was great. We saw the Huka falls and spent lots of time playing beside the lake. Even paddled in a hot pool beside the lake.

On the way home we went to the Waiouru Army museum on the way home.

Rotorua

We took our first trip around the North Island for the weekend. First stop Rotorua and some dreadful smells.

Wanganui for Carlwyn's birthday

We spent the day in Wanganui celebrating Carlwyn's birthday. The girls had a great time.

First Day of school

Today Amelia started her schooling days. She was very excited and got up and sorted very well this morning. Hopefully this continues!!!!

Nathan and Jenny's wedding

We have had an awesome weekend in Wakefield enjoying Sherryn and Kelvin's company and celebrating Nathan and Jenny's wedding.
Congratulations to you both, what an amazing day.

Amelia's finally turns 5

A trip on the ferry and a night at Kaiteri was how Amelia finally celebrated her real birthday.

Happy Birthday Mela!!!

Amelia conquers a mountain

Today Amelia went on a walk with Mum and Grandad to the top of a mountain. (Cemetery Hill)
She did not complain at all, except when we were walking home. Grandad fell over on his bottom and Amelia skidded over too.

Some Christmas Pics to enjoy

We have had a great Christmas and an excellent start to 2010. Enjoy the pictures.

The girls played in the sprinkler with Chels at the Fakes!
Amelia got a ukulele from Santa and is strumming up a tune!
Annabel had alot of pressents to open - she was really lucky.
Amelia celebrated her 5th birthday in Arrowtown.

Fun on the Luge

Today we headed up on the gondola for some fun on the luge. Annabel was proud of herself because she went on her own.

Amelia was a crazy driver.

Amelia's party

Check out some pics from the first of Amelia's 5 year old parties.She had a great time and is calling herself 5 now!

Amelia's kindy celebration

On Friday Amelia had her kindy celebration. She cried lots when I came back to pick her up at the end of the day.
Her report was a great one and we were really proud of her.

Annabel's starring role

Check out Mumble - The leading penguin in Happy Feet.
She was awesome.

A few house pics

Check out the weed free alotment!!!!!

Our little Mrs Chrstimas

Mrs Christmas was at our house today putting up the tree.
Check her out.

Proud Grandad

Annabel got lucky on Friday being given a certificate in assembly in front of Grandad.