Wednesday 25 May 2016

Life with our baby!

Getting a bit of quality time with dad! Bit knackered from a big day out!


Would seem that dad has the magic touch!

Pictures from Justin's phone.

Teaching our cows baaaaaad habits!


Found some sleeping ferals. 

Very tired!

Chief being chief!

Mothers Day!! 


For mother's day I got to have a day of working with my horses which was a nice change from being a housewife. They were actually all pretty well behaved despite not being worked for 2 years now (with injuries and pregnancy). Sheree and I went and mustered some heifers and we made it home just in time for bub to have dinner and bed. I was a little bit sore the next day, but not as bad as I thought I would be, mostly in my arms because one of my young ones had forgotten what it was like to have a tarp tied to their tail (they didn't like it). 

Garrett came down in the morning to sleep while I worked the horses, I wish winter would hurry up, it's not much fun for him to sleep in this heat outside at the moment. 

Honda thought it was a nice bed for him too! Jackass it is!

Nice to wake up to this beautiful boy in the mornings. 

Friendly dragonfly, not a bad shot for a phone camera. 


Just about got this head control thing sorted.

Meeting the ponies!

These little turds, destroyed my hibiscus (amongst other things), but it wasn't until the following day when they destroyed Justin's lawn, that they finally got bushed!


Marianne meeting Garrett for the first time.

Brahman Congress Dinner!!

I was lucky enough to have mum for a babysitter for a night and plenty of expressed milk that I had been saving, so I was able to have a night out on the town with some mates. At the dinner they announced the winners of the carcass competition and our lovely Jamie, took out first place for her steer! We were all so pleased for her and it give us a good reason to celebrate. Needless to say, I was a bit out of shape and had a sore head the next day. It was a lovely night though and great to catch up with everyone. 

Jamie with her steer!
Congratulations Jamie, what a proud moment, not too long ago you were just a little makeup artist and now look at you! What a champion!
I think we may have been the loudest table there but everyone knew where the winner was!

Was nice to wear something that didn't have to have access for breastfeeding!

Beautiful Brook. 

Classy Kristle. 

Ever Elegant Erin.

Juicy Jamie. 

The big fella scrubbed up pretty good to I must say!

Lighting was a bit lousy for photos though!


Sandy and Jamie
 
Giving the big fella a scratch!



 It's hard to see in the photos, but the pavilion we were in was absolutely gorgeous and a lot of work had gone into decorating and setting all the tables. The band was fantastic and so was the food, something that I highly recommend. Good job to all the sponsors, organisers and exhibitors at the event.


Back home and baking!

With Dick visiting from down south, I have someone to cook for. Not that my husband doesn't appreciate it, but with both of our waistlines expanding I try to be a bit healthier.

Sweet potatoe cake!

Cornflake cookies.

Quiche

And of course Jam Drops for jam drop (not that he can eat them yet). 

Not long though. 

Was a spectacular sunset and a shame I missed it, but a lovely way to end a great month. 

Saturday 7 May 2016

Meet Garrett Part 2:

So I'll start my blog with some ducks because the rest of the blog is all about Master Garrett (again). I had to slow right down for massive pot holes in our road and I saw this beautiful little family of ducks in the recent water at the causeway! I wanted one! They are so cute. 

More Introductions. 

Cousin Mia was a little bit fascinated with the little person. 

Chillin with dad. 

Cousin Hayley took it all in her stride. 

Cousins Bethany and Zac were pretty keen and a bit cute. I think Zac wanted to start training him for the steer ride. 

Morning smiles and giggles for gma. 

Meeting Aunty Sheree.
Grandma decided that because I had a garden party instead of a baby shower, she was going to have a "meet Garrett" party, for all the people who didn't make it to the garden party.

"This is my friend, Helen Friend" (Mum's school mate and now neighbour, aren't they cute together)

I have to say, Garrett is very spoilt and has received many gorgeous and generous presents since his arrival, but this has to be one of the coolest.... his very own star!! OMG! From Aunty Jess. How awesome is that. I think I will be have to buy him a telescope at some point so he can find and see it!

Aunty Erin, what a natural (hint, hint)! 


Poppy

Kate, who only has 15 weeks to go until number 2 arrives. 

Jo

Stacey and Sydney


Bethany

Kinley

The man of the hour having some cuddles with gma Jenny

Some of the action was a bit much for the men!

Uncle Ross



Thank you to everyone for coming, it was so lovely to see everyone and to show off my baby boy.

Bev and mum. 

Leslie showing us how to pose like a model. 

Aunty Carol and mum. 

Kate, Marianne, Mum and Jo


Mum is a bit biased! He's soo cute!

Cheeky boy.