Literally sew and reap - haha - starting my sewing class tomorrow night - spent over $100 on fabric (never doing that again - going to start buying from internet and op shops). Looking forward to it so much - I really want to be able to add sewing to my repertoire of things I can do!
I love these moments in the big bed when Luca is having is 'Na Na No's' (bottle of milk) before bedtime. We either read stories or sing songs, sometimes we ride bicycles with our feet pedddling the air....
From a hectic day at work and having 'working mother's guilt' from not spending enough time with him...this is the time that a cherish most. Whatever is going on in my life, good or bad, I make sure this time is a bonding experience for both of us.
Soon though, it will be time to say bye bye to Na Na No's, perhaps when we move him into a Single Bed when we move...
I absolutely love doing crafty things...I just find it hard to find the time...I promised my sister I'd make her a blanket for her lounge, I'm determined to finish it before winter....I'm determined to finish it period.
The photo above is what I'm aiming to complete..I just need master the popcorn and cluster stitches...
Luca absolutely LOVES cuddles - He will sit with us on the lounge and put his head on our chests...ask for his blankie (which is really the throw on the lounge) and start making the sound of a baby for attention...just so we hug him tighter.
As much as my husband hates the fact he does this, I know deep down he loves it too. The photo above is proof.
"He's a boy!" - "He's not a baby" - "Stop encouraging him"
I can't help it....I love wrapping him up in the blanket and as long as he still loves it...I will continue to do it.
I appreciate every moment Luca gives me when we cuddle like this...I know, in the not too distant future, he won't even want us even around.
Cherish your family every day - every moment counts.
...and boy what a ride I've been on the past 16 months.
This was a video I did for Luca's first birthday - enjoy!
Luca continues to grow and develop his amazing personality, be blows me away with how lovely he is..laughing, joking and now putting sentences together to let me know how his day was. I won't lie, there have been tough times as well...we're all learning how to cope with tantrums. But ultimately being a mum is the greatest achievement of my life.
In July of 2011, my half sister Rebecca, who was also adopted out by Debbie, found me. It was a great to meet her and we've developed a friendship which has been exceptionally easy. Like we've been sisters all along.
On other news, mum was diagnosed with Pancreatic cancer back in November 2011. Basically a few days before Luca's 2nd birthday. It's been a roller-coaster of emotions as we come to terms with our new reality - but we're remaining positive for her...I believe she will fight this with all she's got...
And as 2011 draw to a close, and I kicked it out the door...we're now approaching February 2012. WOW....where is the time going?
We're moving into our house, hopefully, in late February and we're going to start trying for another baby.
I'm excited about what could possibly happen this year....I just have to keep my head up and carry on.
