World Book Day

Under these coats are characters from Mr. Men & Little Misses



as our little book-worms celebrate world book day at school.

A day in the park

A bunch of cousins, and a playpark. What fun.

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Thomas' Birthday

Another great big pile of prezzies, lots of scrummy party food with the family, jelly & ice-cream; and don't forget the.... C A K E !

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Aikman White

The Green turned white overnight



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A walk in the village

We all wrapped up and took a toddle around Grandborough. Even Joseph was using Shank's Pony, and the buggy stayed at home. Home he managed to walk with such bulky layers on is a tribute to his determination !

Thomas' Birthday Party

A little earlier than The Big Day, Thomas shared his birthday party today with Lucy & Dominic.

There was a fancy dress theme, so Thomas went as Virgil Tracy, Rosie as the Disney Princess, Belle. And Joseph was a Little Monster (not sure what his costume was though!)

Thomas thought the new costume was 'Top Banana'



....whilst everyone enjoyed balloon games....

...and dancing about.

And there was a huge array of great presents too!

....photo of cake to follow.

Paddy's Birthday

Another year older.





Though thankfully the debts are shallower.
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Happy New Year 2009

A cold and frosty morning wasn't enough to keep us in the warm house. As has become a tradition, we went for a stroll up to the style


where Pinky & Perky had their annual snap-shot taken

....there was three generations of us for a change.

Christmas playtime

With some of the prezzies opened, it was time for boys to play Dr. Who..

...girls to go all DS...

...and dinosaurs to roam the hall-way....

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Christmas Dinner

Good grub & fine wine

The company of family...

...and loved ones

Oh. And a pudding on fire....