Day 127 Saturday 17th April 2010

Birthday Boy!

So we started the day with a family trip to Thames Barrier Park, lovely weather - great time had by all including Fuzz who had a mad run-around!

Followed by a trip to Tesco at Gallions Reach, minus Fuzz and Martin - ok so Gallions Reach DLR is nowhere near the retail park and I had limited time and party supplies to get! But it was sunny and it made for a nice walk when the bus driver wouldn't let me on the bus without folding the pram which I couldn't do as Ethan was sound asleep, conserving energy for his party.

Fifteen minutes later and running out of Black eyed Peas songs that I knew the lyrics to, my boys love BEP, we arrive at Gallions Reach and it is huge, but no time for that today we are on a mission, Pizza, crisps, cake and drinks.

About an hour or so later, I come out having spent more than I intended to and having half of what I needed! How does that happen?

Anyways homeward bound to blow up balloons and turn the music way up!

Party time - the boys entertained our guests by dancing, singing (to BEP) and naturally showing them every toy they own! Food, drinks, birthday cake and finished off by wrestling a work colleague down in to their bed!

When the guests left my two exhausted boys actually asked to go to bed. And now an outing to the park with the football the guys were kind enough to give to Corran so he wouldn't feel left out!



Thanks guys

Claire

Day 124

The Boys are a mere hour away!

Cannot wait lots of hugs kisses and cuddles coming their way!

Will post piccies soon as I am sure they have changed in the 8 days since I've seen them

love Claire

Day 122 Monday 12th April 2010

I've lost my voice! which for me is very bad, but then I remembered my little blog and alas I have my voice again.

So I went to meet Martin yesterday on his return from Abu Dhabi (still really jealous) and whilst out my head cold got worse and now I am
tucked up in bed with no voice!

So got to random surfing as you do and stumbled upon the following quote;
"When I loved myself enough I quit settling for too little."

I recognised it immediately as the words of Kim McMillan (think that's right)

Anyway strongly recommend reading her book "When I loved myself enough" inspiring words!

Claire

Fuzz Day 9th April

On our way back from Thames Barrier Park - so much fun!

Fuzzy ran around silly, tongue hanging out catching sticks.

Its not Friday its Fuzzday!

Day 119 Friday 9th April 2010

Fun Friday!

Boys are having fun at granny's!

Missing them like crazy, even the noise, tantrums, fights and mess but they'll be home soon.

Still jealous of Martin, jealousy is a terrible thing so let me clarify. I am
so very proud of Martin and his amazing work - I think my jealousy lies in the satisfaction he gets from his work - he is very passionate about what he does and I miss seeing him at work.

So Saturday plan, get home from work - walk Fuzzy, get some munchies and a couple of beers and settle down to watch UFC112, not the same as being there but it'll do!

check hubby out
http://martinmcneil.blogspot.com

love
Claire

Day 116 Tuesday 6th April

heading home to fuzzy, been a long day but such a gorgeous sunny day can't help but smile!

had stevie wonder keep me company this morning - reminded me of a holiday martin, steph and I went on 4 years ago! Signed Sealed Delivered great song, great memories.

Anyway dinner suggestions welcomed.

Claire

Day 115 Monday 5th April 2010

9 hours 20 minutes on a coach, my bottom is numb! my knees hurt and my stomach is rumbling but that aside I made it home safe.

Although to be fair it doesn't quite feel like home, the usual welcoming committee is not waiting for me, the boys are visiting their grandparents in Scotland and whilst martin is here - it is only for 10 or so hours before he jets off again.

I do, however, have the ever faithful fuzz to keep me company and keep me safe, she takes her protection role very seriously and it is at times like this that I am glad she is around watching my back, she is a big softie but makes sufficient noise to warn off any would be attackers.

So, time to relax, back to work tomorrow which is a good distraction, stops me thinking about how quiet the house is, its not normal and kids are noisy and messy and that's exactly how they are supposed to be! Happy, messy and noisy!

love Claire

Day 114 cont.

Watching Forget Paris, not a huge fan of Billy Crystal but not a bad movie.

love
Claire

Day 114 Sunday 4th April 2010

Happy easter!

Still sleepy after 10 hour coach trip with 2 kids!

so I get to do the journey again tomorrow minus the kids that is.

will be a quiet week without them, more so as martin will be away also!

anyway time for a cup of scottish tea!

Claire

Day 113 Saturday 3rd April 2010

People watching at Victoria, love it!

just seen a couple reunited - truly heartwarming.

waiting on martin and the boys - embarking on another bus trip north, this time not sitting at back of bus!

week with the grand parents - boys will love it.

I have to come back down for work and martin heads of Tuesday - still I have fuzz for company!

happy easter
Claire