Poohsticks Bridge

"...the game called Poohsticks, which Pooh invented, and which he and his friends used to play on the edge of the Forest."

And we found the bridge, on the edge of Ashdown Forest and we played Poohsticks - Elly won!

Steve tried to find his stick, but we think it either sank or got caught somewhere.


Steve and Elly on the bridge...nice day.

Hever Castle

Out of a random desire to go places and see stuff, we hired a car and headed off to Hever Castle.

This was the childhood home of Anne Boleyn - known for her poor choice in husbands - King Henry VIII.

But it also has a fantastic garden surrounding it; three types of mazes, rose and other flower beds, and a huge Italian garden. Perfect for picnics and getting away from the hustle of London life.

Elly on the other hand was learning new skills...

Kew Gardens again

We took Elly to Kew Gardens for our wedding anniversary. Where we had a lovely picnic.

Below is some of the disguised wildlife in one of the glasshouses - the Temperate House - can you spot them?

Here's some more wildlife hiding....still managed to catch them on camera!

Elly's 6 month birthday

On Saturday 14 March Elly turned 6 months old and we had a little family celebration!

Opening her presents was lots of fun, though playing with the wrapping was probably the highlight for Elly.  But neither were as much fun as eating her cake!

Red Nose Day

Wearing Stella McCartney t-shirt for Red Nose Day. It sounds more posh than it is. :)

Sitting up

Tummy time

Cheeky girl

Coffee time

Elly looking happy and alert despite almost no sleep for a couple of
nights at a local coffee shop.