A New Puppy...

called Scruffy, who needed a new home. String Bean had the opportunity to build this unhindered as the boys all headed out together for an adventure.

Such a creative little soul.

So cute!

Here is little Fuz. He's set himself up: kiddy chair to sit on, a dining room chair to lean on, textas and an activity book.

Watching Insider on the ABC with political commentary blaring: priceless!

An 18th!!!

Kimmy and Simmy. Overjoyed with the Birthday cake.

We were invited to an 18th last week (haven't had a second spare to post about it!) Kim celebrated in true outdoor style: BBQ, roaring fire and booze, booze, booze. Was great, esp. as there was a free flowing supply of champagne: my fave.

Husband Deluxe and Tim were on BBQ & beer duty. I was busy helping set up salads and the rest of the food.

We all had a great time and unfortunately just made me feel really old. Esp. given that all the young bunnies hung out at the fire and all us old crusties headed for the warmth inside and the comfort of the couches roflmao

Kindy Disco

String Bean had her end of Kindy disco tonight. She was so excited by the whole idea of wearing her new outfit. She looked so beautiful. Hair curled, lippy on, silver ballet flats ready to go.

Unfortunately she was about to be picked up by friends, when I decided to play photographer and she really didn't want to play along. So not the best photos of my little girl. Can't believe how quickly she is growing up!

Op-travaganza #6

I was lucky to have a spare 1/2 hour today between a course and racing back to work, so decided to use the time wisely and op shop. I could have bought and eaten lunch, or found somewhere selling a Chai (where do you do that at Coolo?)

Instead I popped into the Salvo's and was again chuffed to get some great finds.

• 1 retro print: $4 (Fuzzy loves it!)
• 1 black, gold and red top: $5 (String Bean has a special dress up day next week and this is perfect!
• 1 dressy top for me: $5

Total spend: $14

Hand Made Market

Had the absolute best time today at the Handmade Market. Caught up with friends and their kids. Had a yummy, real Chai. Even on soy!!! Not so bad. Bought up big, well not so much as I did have a budget to stick to.

From Heartfelt: 2 felt rings and purses (1 each for Stringy and I) & a gorgeous penguin.

Left: a stunning scrap creation by the very talented Rebecca from Creations to Cherish. The colours and message were just so beautiful I had to have it. Loved the fact that is was on the discount rack and scored it for 50% off RRP!!! Rebecca was fabulous to talk to and I'm so looking forward to scrapping with her sometime in the not too distant future... lucky me :-)

Right: a super cute print from REDinstead handmade. I love the sentiment conveyed in this print. I especially like dot point #5: finish what you start. Oh such good advice for a Gemini.

Op-travaganza #5

Stringy and I had a bag full of stuff to donate to the Salvos, so decided to do a quick op shop this morning.

We were lucky to score today some more housey treasures and a pair of shoes for me.

Salvos Belconnen:
A pair of Novo flats, white, excellent condition: $5



A gorgeous professionally framed black and white print.

Salvos Belconnen: $10

Photo doesn't do this justice. This is a hand embroidered piece, framed shabby chic style.

Vinnies Belconnen: $5

Total spend $20.