Especially for you...

 Jo and Paul that is.  We had a bit of a mad morning today.  Jake and I overslept.  Our alarm goes off at 6:25 for the first time, we usually actually only surface at 6:40.  Then it's a mad scramble to get dressed, make beds, let the dog out for a wee, feed the dog, open blinds, pack bags and dash out the door for breakfast at Nini & Pa.  Today we got up at 6:56.  We still made it to my folks by 7:09 and Jake managed to inhale his fried egg on toast, go to the loo and we still got to school with time to spare!  Bearing in mind that the bell rings at 7:47, this is no small feat!  And I still remembered to take some pictures of Corks and Bi for Jo & Paul. 

Today's gift were Jack in the bean stalk colouring in and activity books.  Connor was thrilled.  He was in a much better mood this morning and only too happy to smile for photos for his mommy & daddy.  There are just 2 presents left in his bag, which means Jo and Paul's holiday has nearly come to an end.  They leave Greece on Saturday and will be back in Cape Town on Sunday morning.  I asked Corky this morning if he's excited to see his mommy and he said "YEEEEESSS!!" (very loudly) and his daddy? "YES, YES, YES!".  He is hoping that they're going to bring him home a present, but told Jake that he's not getting one.  Hahaha...

 Bi's had a little cold and I didn't think to wipe her nose before I snapped this pic.  It's too cute not to post though.  Beautiful Bi...

 My mom nicked my camera and after promising not to get disheveled me in the picture, there I am, feeding Bi her fried eggie...

 Bi keeps stealing my mom's big broom and trying to sweep around the house, so my mom and dad took them shopping at Canal Walk yesterday and she got her very own little broom.  It's all downhill from here Bi, throw it away while you still can...

 Corky and Jake both ate like stars this morning, both went to school warm and full and ready to face the day.  I was hoping to take Corky to McDonald's today for lunch, but Jake has a class with his Auntie from 2:15 and there just won't be enough time, so McDonald's will have to wait until tomorrow.  I'll pop in and see them while Jake's busy in any case...

Jo and Pauly-wauly, I hope that you're basking in the sun and enjoying the R&R.  Jo, make sure you try each and every cocktail before you come home and Paul, don't put Mythos out of business!  Dying to see your pictures and to hear all about your wonderful adventure.  I am feeling even more desperate for a holiday now, but I'm not as brave as you to travel without my boys, so more saving is needed...

Sue XXX

PS.  Surgery's scheduled for 25th June, I get 2 days sick leave and plan to take the rest of the week off work.  Heck, working in an office full of me, all I have to do is walk into work funny and they'll send me home anyway.  Will be nice to get some time off with Jake during his school holidays.