Thursday, April 30, 2015

Free day

We've been slowly coming back from our South Island trip and trying to keep the atmosphere. 
We've cut back the minecraft and it's been interesting to see the changes.
While on holiday the kids spent as much time outside as possible when ever we stopped the van. They loved watching the Weka and exploring the different bush.
DS5 has been enjoying castle block smash every morning. We all build castles out of blocks then grab some rubber balls and throw...smash! We've got some Lego people which still have to be standing at the end of the round before any points.
While on holiday they enjoyed a game of throwing hoops which I think we should get at home.

Then out came the marble run. This has been a hot one which is still all out over the floor this morning.
DS5 wanted to know how many marbles he had...
Seeing how many different ways you can put them together.
DD9 has been very interested in writing a book. We've has a few attempts but never really finished. Now she's looking at typing on the computer and things are going really well. 
We'll look at getting it printed just to keep her engaged.
DD5 really wanted to do an experiment so he asked if he could use the old ice cream we never eat.
This is new for DS5 he's never really been into thinking up ideas for himself to do. Very excited.
Very grouse too...tomatoe, fegoia and some hot water. Taste, smell and touch..= yuck!

I came back from sorting the washing out the other day and they had pulled out the music. Was pretty.

Back to our normal Friday. Circus swimming and shopping.

Monday, April 13, 2015

Nelson holiday so far

The family reunion these are just the kids. It was great to catch up on all the family and see how everyone is. Our kids spend so much time in the bush playing it was hard to get a photo.
We picked up a camper van as soon as we flew in to Nelson...road abode...the kids love it. Ds5 is yet to brave the top bunk without an adult.
Totally loving the idea of stopping when ever where ever for a rest or food.
We arrived at Nelson lakes and the first thing dd9 does is make friends with the locals. We also found some LARGE eels in the lake to but she declined due to the fine snow that was falling.
What is that mum!
Ds5 enjoying his lunch which he had to keep out of duck mouths...second bun he was much more weary of them.
Pretty cool here
Walking back from the DOC information centre 
We'll get better at selfies 

Saturday, April 4, 2015

Easter Gym

The last day of gym.
Its been a very hectic few weeks and we're all very tired and rushed off our feet.
Looking forward to a holiday and a slow down.
Kids have had an amazing time at gym this term.
DD8 has decided that she might want a break next term but DS5 is totally into it and wants more. 

We have handstands all the time. While we are waiting in lines. Waiting for dinner. Doing school work. Waiting for the computer. Waiting for the bathroom.
Run and hide game 

Who can do a cartwheel ?

DD8 working her way up to amazing stuff

DS5 and the boys learning to walk on their hands

DS5 works with his instructor on 'skin the cat'


DS5 not really sure about all this certificate thing