What a loving big brother. Alex gives us all lovely big kisses accompanied by a big 'mmmwahhh' to let you know what's coming.

We had some studio photos done of the kids last week. Here are some of the choice pics.

Ella and mummy the day that we came home from the hospital.

Here she is. Elizabeth Rebecca Mason -- we call her Ella for short -- born on 5 March 2007. She's a happy, healthy little baby and Alex loves his little sister.

Merry Christmas

We had a lovely day. It started at about 6am with lots of presents to open, then breakfast which Alex helped to cook. He's a bit of a wiz on the old bbq. Some friends dropped by and there were more presents to open. A bit of a swim to cool off and a sleep for Alex then later we had lunch -- pesto and pasta salad, ham and a bucket-load of huge prawns... yum yum. Another swim or a lie on the couch in the airconditioning depending on your preference, then some plum pudding for afternoon tea. Then more time for a rest.

We wish everyone a safe and happy Christmas and a fun new year.

Camping at Straddie

Last weekend we went camping with some friends to an island off the coast. We had use of a sail boat for the weekend. We had a late start, ran a-ground on a sandbar and got to the campsite at 9pm but the next day was great! Alex spent a lot of time naked running into and out of the water. I spent a lot of time watching. It was a fun trip but I think I'll put any further adventures on hold until after Tinnie (not her real name) is born.

Camping in October. Bill, Alex and I along with my parents and two other couples and their kids all treked to the beach for the weekend. We had a great time playing in the sand and splashing in the water. Alex wasn't really walking properly at this point so he was a bit wobbly on the old pegs.

What a charmer. Alex is about 11 months old in this pic.