Pappy Burton!

We had the pleasure of spending a few hours with Allan yesterday. Being Hector's American Grandad we were thrilled to see him. He was shocked by Hector's growth & was quietly impressed with his Obama shouting abilities!

Catching a quick coffee at the Hyatt this morning before we checked out the lantern festival in Albert Park.

Playin'

We met up with Rocco and Blair in the park this morning. There was heaps of stuff to ride on and fight over, so we all had a super time. Its way too hot though! I was very proud of my boy giving the pink trike a test drive but Hector wasn't all that fussed about the paint job.

Butterflies!!!!!!!

We were so disappointed to arrive home yesterday to an empty shell and no butterfly in sight. So this morning when our other one had turned black we were determined to see it come out. The shot I took with the flash on turned out very freaky!

Auckland Anniversary Day

Today we met Mackenzie Braid. Adorable, perfect and content. She has two parents who are totally besotted with her! Congratulations Braid-ee bunch! Hector was quite fascinated by Mackenzie, even the minor pre feed grizzle seemed to intrigue him. Lovely to catch up with Richard & Lisa, parenthood suits you!

We had a photo shoot of Hector's feet today too. It's no wonder finding a pair of shoes wide enough is a challenge - they're an exact down scaled replica of his dads!!!!

Waiting to hatch - Danaus plexippus

TWO WEEKS! Can we wait that long!?!?!? Mary and Niah brought about ten caterpillars up with them the other week for Hector. We couldn't keep up with their food requirements so had to resort to feeding them butternut squash! Had a giggle at the yellow droppings left behind. We only know the whereabouts of two of the original lot,... this one is carfeully tucked under the rail of the decking. Its also well within Hector's reach so hopefully it'll make it! Danaus plexippus is the name for the Monarch Butterfly.

Auckland Holiday

What a crazy fun filled week! Nanna Collins, Aunty Mary and Niah stayed with us for the past 6 days. Tonight is going to be very quiet and slightly boring! We visited the zoo, swam, had a fery excursion and all around the kids loved having one another to play with. Thanks for the company we loved having you to stay!!!

Nanna Collins liked the zoo even though the Orang-Utans were hiding!

Cornwall Park

WE LOVE IT WHEN FGM KYLIE IS ON HOLIDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

This was our first outing post hospital. Thank GOODNESS KJ was there to be energetic with the boys. Hector's been missing Andrew, so it was all on when they reunited.