Saturday, December 29, 2012

Our Christmas Morning

Sophie was the first to wake up on Christmas morning.  After convincing her that it wasn't a good idea to get up at 2.30 am we managed to keep her in bed until 7.00 am.  Here she is shortly after discovering her presents.
The Beast has been a bit run down recently.   Still, the new batteries we got for her seem to have done the trick. Sophie peers into her big present to check that it's what she put on her list.
It's a much anticipated bike.
Matthew rolls up an hour later at 8.00am.  He really gets Christmas this time although was rather shy of his big present.  He stood reluctantly behind the poof for some time before realising that if he didn't open it, his sister would. 
Careful unwrapping ...
... to reveal a large extension to his already significant Thomas the Tank Engine collection.
The Fat Controller in stripy pyjamas.
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A couple of hours, several chocolates and about 4 coffees and 2 sherries later the template has been set for the rest of the day.

Sunday, December 02, 2012

Matthew's 2nd Birthday



Matthew and the helicopter

Matthew squeals with delight at a helicopter.

All change

Last photograph taken in Norway (Stavanger June 22)
First photograph taken in The Netherlands (Schiphol June 23)

Getting used to Santa

 Whilst Sophie chats happily about her expectations, Matthew hopes the moment will soon pass.
 Still not sure.
Present!  Sophie and Matthew love Santa!

Wednesday, January 04, 2012