Monthly Archives: August 2008

poppy’s alphabet

Poppy's baby

dress-ups & dolls

Poppy dressed up in her dancing tutu and played with Mummy’s old dolls at the farm.  Then she helped prepare dinner.

splashin’ poppy

poppy at the hawkes lookout

On our way to Golden Bay we always stop to run up to the Hawkes Lookout at the top of the Takaka Hill. It takes about 10 minutes each way and is a good chance to get some fresh air after the winding climb up … Read More

Poppy starts her snowman

snow

Poppy’s first time in the snow was lots of fun. We drove 40 minutes out of Nelson to Clark Valley rest area and played in the snow. We built a snowman then had a picnic lunch while sledding down the hill.

olympics

Poppy has enjoyed the Olympic activity going on during the week. Her favourite sports are any of the gymnastics – although she gets a little concerned for the men up on the rings – and she loves the soccer. The synchronized swimming holds her attention … Read More

Sleepover at the Farm

home in richmond, nelson

After an awesome trip away, it’s fun being back home too. We’ve caught up with friends and Steve came over for the weekend. Poppy has had lots of play time with GranJan and Yogi and had a sleepover at the Farm. Bouncing on the tramp … Read More

A visit to PreSchool to say We're Home!

flying home

Our last day in the USA was amazing with wonderful fun at LegoLand. After a quick shower and pack we were in the car again on the freeway to the airport where we checked in and said goodbye to Anthony & Jonna. Poppy had such … Read More

Adventure Playground

legoland

We were so lucky to have Anthony & Jonna take us to LegoLand! It was a fantastic place for kids under 12 and we were all very impressed with the park and all the lego creations. Poppy loved everything she experienced and often cried when … Read More

Contemplating the eating of her Gingerbread Man

monday in los angeles

Although we have no clean clothes, we’ve had a wonderful day with Anthony & Jonna.  After making pancakes with Jonna for breakfast, we had lots of fun playtime with the cats and doing things around the house.  Watched some Word World on TV that Anthony … Read More