Our latest toy library rental has been a real hit…. this little car has been Poppy’s favourite activity out at the farm where she is pushed around chasing Anya. She climbs in and out herself and keeps her wee feet up when it’s going. When she’s had enough inside, she’ll take a turn pushing it …
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melbourne cup winner
GranJan and Yogi came to watch the Melbourne Cup race with Adrienne and Poppy so they all chose a horse to back in an informal sweepstakes. Considering her Memphis connection, Poppy’s horse was naturally Delta Blues – the eventual winner! As we watched the race, Poppy took her first two steps between the couch and …
first homework
At only 9 months old, Poppy has her first piece of homework! Tiny Tots are creating a family tree and sent home ‘leaves’ for us to fill in with names and photos.
with yogi at the mall
A typical trip to the mall with Yogi starts with grocery shopping at Fresh Choice where Poppy is given a free bread roll from the nice bakery ladies. After wandering the aisles and checking out all the colours – it’s on to the toy shop to play. After Yogi buys something silly from the $2 …
playing with plastics
GranJan’s plastics drawer at the farm is one of Poppy’s favourite places to play. You can buy the most amazing toys these days, but when you see your baby delight in playing with simple materials like pegs or egg cartons, you realise being creative may be the key. Tiny Tots put out a cardboard box …
church fair
We had a fun morning at the church fair – Poppy especially enjoyed the pet monkey and having a swing in the playground. Adrienne donated a website development package to the silent auction and was surprised at the interest and bids! Fred won a Poppies painting from the same auction. GranJan came along and we …