Facial Expressions

I was telling my brother about how Jay's facial expressions change even while he sleeps.

This is what I mean:

He also does some funny eye brown raises and lip puckers - but of course he declined to let his mother photograph these and plaster them on her blog;)

What do you think he is dreaming about?

Baby love

Cuddles with Aunty Jen

Your first bath

With the most protective big brother in the world!

How you spend most of your day

Having fun with Owen and Rosa.

The details for those who got the general "they had a boy" from their hubbies

...Oh, and here are all the details for those who like to know

Jayden (meaning "Jehovah has heard") Matthew Campbell

• was born at 3:11 am on Tuesday 9th February 2010

• Is the smallest of all four of our babies at 8 pounds 5 1/2 oz or 3780grams

• Was not born at home (YAY) or even in the back of the ambulance or car but arrived with plenty of time to spare at the hospital!

• Is 54cm long

• Has a head circumference of 36.5cm

• Hospital UR number.... just kidding :)

• Has Joshua, Owen and Rosa stoked - each one has already taken to him very quickly and informs me the min. he squeaks as to his needs, life goals and aspirations ;) I can see Jayden has them well trained already ;) ;)

Now did I cover all the necessary details?

It's a Boy!

Another wee bairn blessed to our care

On knees we thank the Lord in prayer

A tiny life, with fingers small,

How can we thank you Lord of All?

With lashes long and downy head,

Siblings-a-plenty surround his bed,

He brings delight, he brings great pleasure,

A bounteous gift beyond all measure.

Bring with him wisdom, Lord we ask,

Though family already - tis' great the task!

For each new lesson, help us to be,

Ready to seek You on bended knee.

And while he's little, and soft to touch,

We'll enjoy the moments so very much!

Through times of tiredness or strife,

Remind us to love this wee, young life.

Welcome to our hearts Jayden Matthew Campbell!

Loads more photos to follow (when I can pry myself away from kissing his chubby cheeks)!

Aint' it Grand to be Three?

Early morning. Little toes bouncing in delight. Squeals and bounces all over Daddy and Mummy's bed. A very full bed, elbows and legs squished in. Loud voices. Paper everywhere. More squeals of delight and detailed comments about little fancies and cute froggies on gift wrap. Big brothers eager to explore new things. Attempts to calm wild, silly talk and settle giggly bellies.

Big hugs. Squeezy hugs. Tight hugs. Daddy hugs!

Soft words of consolation to baby doll. Long legs of Ollie owl - pulled and tangled. Big brother uses for soccer practise (on his sister). Children dressed. Chosen new hair ties (ice-cream ones:) embellishing ponytails. Routines followed. Car reverses from driveway.

Cake birthday hat - three sweet candles. Smiles from teachers and staff. Birthday well wishes at brother's school.

Decision making at cake counter. Instant choice - choc. cake. Mess everywhere. Two straws. Quiet togetherness. Smiles shared across the table. Slurps and chocolate moustaches. Quiet thoughts. Mine on future for our daughter. Hers on the icy-ness of her drink. Coughs and splutters and priceless facial expressions. Back for more. Some saved for big brother - wrapped precariously in serviettes and carried home.

Fun with new gifts - threading cards, half a game of memory and magic markers! Fun with joined chopsticks and cotton wool. Telephone calls from loved ones.

Another year gone. More little chattery words heard around the house "Can you come over here for a second?" and lots of the word "probably!" Shoes grown out of. Clever drawings taking shape - a fountain of words describing spotty shirts, shoes worn, names of characters...Cute little girly-isms smiled over and Daddy and Mummy glances across the table. Still plenty of growing up with brotherly wrestles. Lots of teasing, lots of imaginary play. Plenty of puzzles, nappy changes, trips to the potty, play and laughter.

Fattened calf prepared for evening meal. Veggies yet to be prepared. Moments to celebrate.

Time passed. Memories shared. Moments savoured before they fly away into the tiny crevices in my memory.

We love you Rosa. Glad to share in your third Birthday. May you grow close to the one who loves you most!

XOX

Dad and Mum

Fun paper flower tutorial

Fun tutorial for cool paper flowers (from tissue paper) for those interested. Great to use for:

Parties - cheap, fun way to add colour

Decorating birthday gifts

Fun for making anything look a little girly

and... I tried one tonight and they work well and are easy!

And here is another version - 3D that look amazing!

Or some mini ones for party favour boxes, gift bags etc>