Last of the Summer Swingers

Well, howdy campers, it looks like the English summer has finally dribbled to an end, though not before I have clocked up a few good hours on the Ravenscourt Park swings. Life is still pretty cruisy, the foods good, there is lots of down time and no-one has asked me to do the washing up yet!

Putting on a Bit of Chub

Oh no, you've caught me in my underwear, how embarrassing!! Check out the man boobies and spare tyre I've been working on.

A Shuffle in the Right Direction

Oh dear, this is such a waste of time, I'm not planning on crawling for a good few months yet. But occasionally you just have to pretend to try to keep the folks happy don't you. The things we do!!

Young Grasshopper

So, what I've done here is the classic judo throw, followed by the knock-kneed strangle hold and topped off with the jaw pincer manoeuvre with finger up the nose. Gets them every time...

So I'll ask one more time Daddy, whose turn is it to play with that remote control?

A'Har Me Hearties

It's no use Dad, don't hold me back, I've made up my mind. I'm going to take to the open seas and join the Dread Pirate Roberts for a life of plunder and adventure. Do you think you lily-livered land-lubbers could pack me some lunch and a few nappies?

Sunny Summer Days

Who said the sun never shines in the old country. I could get used to a bit of a meander along the Thames on a sunny afternoon, the grass between my toes, the breeze in my hair...

But enough of that, where's lunch, these beads are making me thirsty!!!

New Wheels

Well I was happy with my new sporty wheels in 'go faster' red. And then Granddad pulls up in his campervan - huh some people just can't get past their bigger is better complex!!

Alfresco Dining

Well this is the life... a lovely pot of slops under a shady tree, who could ask for more... well perhaps some chocolate pudding wouldn't go astray.

Child Genius at Work

Now watch this Adrian. Wooo Hoo goodness gracious great balls of fire - my fingers are tinkling the ivories so fast my hands have gone blurry.

This is My Stop

Hey yeah, well thanks for the ride but I think this is my stop. I'll just chew the door open and I'll be off.

Joining a Biker Gang

Wow OK, well I think I liked it better when someone was driving!!!! Oh dear I think there might be a special surprise for Daddy in my nappy.

Swinging Through Late Summer

Ahh, so this is what life is all about.

At risk of repeating myself...what can be better than swing in the park in the morning sunshine...hmmm life is beautiful!!!

The Summer of '08

Woo Hoo summer is here and the living is easy....Watch out girls, I'm 6 months old and I'm hitting the beach!! (Well yes, unfortunately I still need my mum to hold me up and I don't have any independent means of transport yet...but just you wait).

I had great adventures in June cruising across the pond for a bit of beach bum action in southern France. The road trip was so-so, and they didn't let me drive the train, but as soon as we got there it was nude as you like rolling in the sand. With so many friends about I had 24 hour a day attention.

I'm Only Going To Tell You This Once

So, are you paying attention?? This is my new train, it does 0 to 2Km/h in 5.2 seconds, it has an engine and two carriages, and plays circus music when I press this green button. Any questions??

Taking a Stand

Well I said to Rookie the Bear, I said, 'you just have to stop lying around, get up on your own two feet and make things happen'. But really I don't think he was listening.

Hitting The Bottle

I don't have a problem with water per se... I just can't understand why they keep pouring it down my chest. As they say 'if you want something done right...do it yourself'... if only I could!!

Your Mission Should You Choose To Accept It

Right, so is everybody with me?... we sneak across the enemy lines at 0500 and take all their toys, don't leave a single Lego block for them to play with...then it will be time for some milk and a nap.

Damn.. I think they heard me, quick look down... pretend to be Innocent and lovable.

A Night on The Town

OK so we are all dressed up and ready to hit the town ...excellent I can't wait for some quality entertainment...so long to 7pm bed time.

What?? I don't get to go...you're not going out on your own are you...Well all I can say is behave yourselves!

Meeting A Grandad

Back home the garden was in full bloom...perfect backdrop for a shot with my new room mate Grandad McNess.

Surfing Lessons With Dad

So Dad and I finally ventured down to the surf after several hours of 'surf check' (or as I call it procrastination). I pointed out all the good waves for him.

I gave him all the advice I could think of, including ...'Whatever you do don't stick your bum out'...But did he listen!!!!

Tooth Envy

Trying to have a quiet lunch in a lovely little brasserie I know, and this joker tried to impress me with the number of teeth he has.

Huh really...I can't see the point with teeth...chewing... I've got a blender to do that for me.

Endless Cuddles and Tummy Tickling

OK yes, well I like you Adrian so I will say this nicely... no more Harry High Pants...Please!!

Hmmm.. hold on I am doing a Vulcan mind meld...I think I have downloaded just enough now to conquer the known universe...

Careful, I may look small and cute but I could render you unconscious with a tweak of your index finger if needs be...'Live Long and Prosper Earthling'

Man About Town

So as you see I did manage to pick up a pretty girl ...well in the end we agreed it was probably easier if she picked me up.

Strolling Along The Beach

Well it's all well and good being on holiday but it's not as easy as it may seem when they get you up for a walk along the beach at 7am.

May Round Up

Ah finally Mum got around to uploading my photos! They stick that camera in my face often enough, the least they could do is circulate my portfolio.

Well May has been eventful, I'm 4 and a half months old now and I've started quite a few new things...

looking around on my tummy, rolling over occasionally, dancing a jig whenever I can get some one to hold me on my feet...and last but not least eating some of this slop they call food.

Actually I quite like it, though what is with that broccoli stuff, they can't be serious, I might be a growing boy but could anyone be that hungry I ask you?

After a month of sleeping through the night I decided that there must be something I was missing out on at 4am, so why not wake up for a late night snack? Anyway apparently that idea isn't going down so well with the management, oh well maybe I'll just chat to myself for half an hour in case they change their mind...eventually I don't think I will be bothered waking up, seems that nothing really happens around here until 6.30am anyway.

Must be off... you know another day, another long list of things to slobber on...hmm Dad's tie looks quite nice...though missing that something special...maybe a streak of orange?

Using The Force

Look into my eyes....you are under my complete control...now shake I say... or else I will unleash the claw of incredible power!!!

Fashion Parade

Well all that eating must have paid off, I am finally able to get into some of the clothes you have all sent me... Unreal!

I've already had plenty of compliments on my new hoodie.















If you're an Aussie boy you've got to eat your Vegemite and you've got to wear your Bonds..

Roll on summer I can't wait to get into my board shorts.

Trying On My Hair

Thought I'd get an idea of what I would look like when my hair finally grows a bit. Eeeekk... a bit too BoBo the Clown for my liking!!

Getting a Taste For Food

Oh please... there has got to be something better than this!!

















Give me a bit of tasty doggy neck to chew on any day.

Loving Bath Time

A bit of splashing freely in the tub is a sure fire way of lifting my spirits on a grumpy day - especially if I can manage to give Dad a good soaking in the process. But don't you dare take me out!!

A Bit of Nappy Free Time

I was going for the look of a skillful archer in this shot.








I'm getting quite good at lying on my side and occasionally I spontaniously roll over, which doesn't surprise anyone half as much as it surprises me!







Woo Hoo! They tell me if I keep this up I may eventually be able to get somewhere.

Mothers Day Flowers

Grandma saved my bacon by thoughtfully sending some flowers to Mum - pheww!
Well what's a boy to do, they won't let me at the credit cards yet!!

The Cussions From which I Rule My Empire

I have my morning audience from the purple throne.











In the afternoons I prefer to deliver my edicts from the couch


















If I'm quiet I can usually slip away before any of the hard work starts and leave my minions to clean up the mess.

Lunching by the Thames

Hmm...thinking of trying something more exotic than milk today.

Sunny Afternoons

Having a great time socialising in the afternoons with Mum.

Early Summer BBQ's

Having a lovely time getting out in the May sunshine in my Great White Hunter outfit.
That was before the winter came back to bite us, 9 degrees yesterday!!!

One boy's bouncy seat is another boy's swing

OK so the bouncy seat arrived but I think little Ethan will need to grow some longer legs before he gets to jump up and down. It's either that or put on a few pounds to weigh the spring down a bit...















With a little help from a pillow he was jumping like a professional.

Though perhaps one with a limited sense of balance...