Busy times... trip to Auckland

We had a great time in Auckland. We are so proud of our kids. They had a ball and they were so good. No complaints about the time spent in traffic and travelling. However, considering we took them to many parks, the zoo, Kelly Tarltons, Waiwera hot pools, museum, Sky tower, Butterfly creek, train, ferry, I think they were pretty appreciative and exhausted from being tourists. We took lots of movie footage and it is hard to pick out the highlights. Riley talks about it lots and so does Jemma. She can say Auckland really well and talks about being in Auckland.

Both children have made lots of progress in their language. Riley is getting better at conversation and Jemma's vocabulary has rocketed. She loves to say supermarket and she is starting to talk in sentences. Her mum and dad understand her best but she is impressive nonetheless.

The two of them are still playing well together. When the pile of gravel was dropped off, it was pouring but both insisted on going out there and climbing it. A lot of pride when they reached the top. Mum sat inside watching and taking photos.

Both children have started swimming lessons. Jemma is taking them in her stride and if she does not want to do what is asked, she just says 'NO!'. She knows her mind! Riley is petrified and you would think we were sending him to his execution.Poor kid. We have to bribe him each week to get in the pool. The things you do....