The Lake District was lovely. As Matthew would say..."calm, just calm". Our hotel had its own pool, sauna and gym. Matthew kept calling the sauna a sonar. We made good use of it all - the spa pool was heaven and Heather loved it to. The views from our room were just breathtaking.
I dont usually put pics on my blog but I have asked Ian to put this one of Matthew on as I think it is just fab. I love it when the leaves have fallen and there all golden. When we were in Bowness Ian was showing Matthew the swans and how friendly they were, he eventually got Matthew to feed them by putting his hand flat so they could just peck the food out. But oh no, the swan snapped at Matthews hand and he was not happy. He screamed as he pulled his hand away shouting "it bit me". He was so upset. Actually, I think he was more shocked than hurt.

I have been going the gym and I am enjoying it. Each time I go I am doing a little bit more. Still not going 3 times per week as recommended, but I am getting there slowly !

Matthew and Heather have a fancy dress party tomorrow, and Heather is looking forward to "a-scare"-ing people ! Matthew is going as a skeleton, and Heather as a witch.

WELL DONE MATTHEW

If you're not sure what I am on about go and have a look at SimeWorld. We are so proud of him. Today when I took Matthew to breakfast club, he showed his certificate and picture to his teacher, then explained it all to her. His teacher has said she will write all the information down for him then he can go around the rest of the school to show everybody. His little face had such a big smile on it. I just want to keep giving him really big hugs.

On other matters.....O.M.G. As I have said before, Heather is potty training at the moment. 'So wha't you may think. Well whilst playing with her in the living room (may I add nappyless) she looked up very concerned and said "its wet, mummy its wet". I go over to her then quickly realize the wet she was talking about was actually poo. Trying desperately not to freak, I very calmly picked her up and sat her on the potty so I could clean up the mess. Then Ian noticed it was on her sock and vest. Oh the joys of parenthood.

Update on Matthew.
He did indeed get to go around all of the school and to the headmistress. When I picked him up he came over to me and stood there with his book bag in one hand lunchbox in the other swimming bag around his neck desperately trying to pull open his coat to show me all of his SEVEN stickers on his jumper. As he had gone around different classes he was given stickers and/or sweets, and the junior classes gave him around of applause. He was so proud and to top it all he has been chosen to play the priest in a class play about being baptised. I love being a Mum.

It seems like such a long time since I last posted, not much has happened. I have noticed lately that Matthew is reading books at an alarming rate so the other night I asked him if he could tell me about the book he had just finished, not expecting him to be able to give a very detailed account. To my surprise he did, and very detailed at that. It's not a problem - far from it - it just amuses me that he will often be found with his head stuck in a book. Apparently as a child Ian was always reading, oh how history repeats itself. We have Matthews parents evening coming up next week, I can't wait. I love finding out about what he gets up to in school. Not just his work but him and his personality. I often find children so different in school than when with their parents - it should be fun.
Heather is doing fine and has been given a new name of Churchill by her grandad. Every time he asks her a question her reply is "Oh yes ". Its so funny (well it is to me). The tantrums are coming on nicely and she's perfected the throw herself on the floor very well. Tonight whilst sitting with her when she was on the potty (they don't mention these bits in the book do they) she stood up very proudly and almost put her head in the potty "look mummy a puddle".
Ians not been too well lately so have been being the dutiful wife and looking after him. Glad to say he's well now and back to his usual self.
Me.....well last Sunday I joined a gym. I had my induction and my first session whilst I was there. I was so scared going in. I think it was just the initial getting past all the super thin barbies in their shiny sports gear. But I went in and enjoyed it - is that sick? Unfortunately with Ian being sick I have not had much chance to go this week, the instructor whom I had my induction with said for it to be of any benefit to me I would have to go about 3 times a week at least. Easier said than done with 2 little angels to sort each night.

Finally, a big Happy 3rd Birthday to SimeWorld for Sunday !

R.I.P. KEN BIGLEY

I actually felt quite emotional when I heard earlier today there was a possibility that Ken may have been killed, and sadly it has just been confirmed. I don't know if its because its so close to home, or the fact that it has been so closely followed in the local press.
Whatever the reason, my heart goes out to his family.