The Earthquake

Now been 24 hours since the big earthquake. Our thoughts are with everyone affected.

A new poem about the events

The Earthquake 

The earth begins to rumble

The walls shake and chimneys tumble

We duck cover and hold

Hoping nature will soon stop being so bold 

Our lives are smashed on the floor

Plates, glasses, the clock hanging above the door

We look for each other checking are you okay

As our thoughts spread to others we pray

We walk out and go into the night

Trying not to let each other go with all our might

Sunday Swimming Fun

I am taking my little monkey swimming today.  She is 4 months this coming week and we have been going weekly since she was born.

We went on Friday but the visit had to be cut short.  She pooed in the pool! Luckily I felt the explosion and I mean it was an explosion and before it could leak out my friend held her over the side of the pool.  I jumped out. I am not normally very agile and I moved with the speed of Usain Bolt but without the elegance.  Hoping today she does not repeat this behaviour.

She loves the pool.  Our local pool has a Hydrotherapy pool at 32 degrees.  It is wonderful and warm.  Perfect for her and she can be in there for ages before she gets tired or hungry. 

Sadly the other day when we went some school children were very loud and having fun.  Some girls decided to start screaming so she is now a little scared of the changing rooms and we get crying.  All I can do is keep taking her and try and reassure her as much as possible.

I consider one of those things that are vital for each child to learn.  I am determined my children will learn to read, write, swim, ride a bike and their pleases and thank yous.

Happy Sunday everyone.

Ps. the dog is mine but he is a boy!

Dear Tiredness

Dear Tiredness

You seep into my bones

You creep and worm your way in

With sleep you only want more

You demand it

You ask my eyelids to become heavy

You make my feet hot and itchy

My body has become uncomfortable

I must give into you now

You overwhelm me

Happy Saturday

I've been reminded recently that family and friends are important. I've always known this but occasionally you appreciate them a little more.

Mental and physical health are so important. How can we care for little ones without showing we care for ourselves. Sometimes that will be simply by asking for help. 

I am lucky enough to have a husband that helps when he can. His working day is very long but if I really need him he will be there. 

Consider yourself lucky if you have someone who loves you - two or four legged! 

Happy Saturday everyone- seize the day.

I will be seizing it by doing my washing, ironing, cleaning, cooking, feeding and mostly procrastinating!

Teething

Chomp 

Chomp

Chomp 

On that toy

Dribble

Dribble

Dribble

Down your vest

Cry 

Cry 

Cry

You have no joy

Soothe

Soothe

Soothe

I try my best

Peanut Butter M&Ms

Got given these today and they are just wonderful. My friend came back from America and bought them for me. They are such a special treat.

My chocolate boy even makes an appearance but he isn't going anywhere near them!

Things I Hold Dear

I want to wrap you in my arms and hold you tight 

To take a deep breath and let your smell fill my nostrils with all its might

I want your smile to brighten my day

It always makes the rain clouds go away

I listen to the softness of your breath as you sleep

Your little chest rises and falls and makes me want to weep

Your smile is one that is secret to us

Your eyes glisten as we chat with fairy dust

You are part of my soul

I love you, you make me whole