Declan received his first ever school report this week. I am very pleased to say that it was fantastic. He got all C’s which is a good result. Things have changed a little since we were at school and a C means that Declan is at the level expected for his age. His school has a saying “Celebrate the C!”. Considering this time last year we were told he would not be ready for school its an amazing result.  Steve and I feel that we definitely made the right decision.  All other teachers comments were wonderful and we are just so proud   He is soooo ready for holidays and keeps asking how many sleeps until he can stay home. I think the first few days of the holidays are going to be pretty quiet.

Dad came around on Sunday and despite all the rain helped me with some long overdue pruning in the garden. We got soaked but luckily it wasnt too cold.  Declan was our little helper for the day. He did a great job moving all the branches for us.

My garden is looking a little naked at the moment but come spring its going to look fantastic!. Thanks Dad.

Earlier in the week Matilda, Riley and myself spent the afternoon at the local park. Matilda is just so in love with the swings at the moment.

These two have such a close relationship as they get to spend all day together. Riley can still be a bit rough with Matilda but luckily she is a tough little cookie and can take it!.

On the walking front, she took 4 steps on Saturday night!!!!!!. Has only take a few since but now I know walking is just around the corner. She can also climb on both the boys beds and the couch. Atleast she knows to climb down backwards so is pretty safe but now there is a whole new world within her reach.

I forgot to mention that Declan received his 2nd award at Auskick a couple of weeks ago.  I am glad that he is enjoying football so much.  I think its all he does as school now at playtime.  He is a star!!!!!

And this picture is just to show how my baby is no longer a baby. Her hair is starting to get a little curl at the ends, soooo cute.

Enjoy the rest of term 2. Hope to catch up with most of you over the next 2 weeks

Take Care

Helen xxxxx