Saturday, March 30, 2013

So, my dear, it has been an interesting month. We had our first family holiday, to the wineries, of course… What a great annual tradition to instil in you while you are so young. People always say to build character while children are young. And what better way to instil character than with a good cold climate Shiraz. Well, maybe when you’re a bit older.

But the holiday was great…..apart from the crying. Apparently you’re not quite over the terror that is our car. Either that or you’re allergic to minivans… Could be either. But we were all good for the first 2 legs of our trip. We got to Goulburn, you had been asleep for most of the way, and by Holbrook, you had only had a little cry. However, that was where we lost you. I think you loved getting out of the car, and seeing your grandparents. Unfortunately, then you weren’t too keen on getting back in the car after that to continue, and you were happy to let us know.

All in all though, it wasn’t a terrible trip. There was no poo-splosions, or spew, and everyone was fine on arrival (physically anyhow). And I must admit (because others may not), that the place I picked out for us turned out to be fantastic. It was a great house. Big, spacious, fireplace, and decent kitchen. And you seemed to like it too. Which is good, because we may be seeing it each year for a while.

The weekend progressed well. Everyone was enamoured with you, as well they should be. We had a great weekend, and you made a few new friends. Ones that I hope we get to see at least a few more times over the coming years.

Now, for the good stuff… Teeth!!! (almost) Wow, I don’t think your mother and I were expecting teeth this early. However, my mother told us that you didn’t start any differently than me, so I guess genetics comes into play?? And you didn’t seem to be over grizzly, or cranky, but you did seem a bit out of sorts.

I think you had a pretty rough trot this month. With teething, a virus, and what seems to have been a fairly violent reaction to children’s panadol, it was on for young and old apparently. But we got through it. That is to say, your mother got through it, and I tried not to get in the way too much.

But by far the best part of this month is how aware and interactive you are. You found your hands a bit more, and your feet. And girl, are you obsessed. You know, to your credit, if I could get my feet into my mouth, I would probably find that pretty cool too. You have also started to smile a bit more when I ‘entertain’ you (or act like a fool, as your mum might say).

You are a very cool little girl, and I love the time we’re spending together. Almost as much as I’m sure you do.

Many hugs and kisses

Dad