Another Great Week With Daniel
These weeks are precious. This time we went out every day and had as much fun as possible!!
1)Bristol - A walk around Clifton and then over the Suspension Bridge. Then off into Bristol to eventually watch "Monsters University". Back in time for Taekwondo.
2)Drayton Manor - Quick stop off at Villa Park to buy a full away kit and then a day of fun at the Theme Park. Pretty busy as expected but we stayed till late and did virtually all the rides we wanted to.
3)Nipped down to Swindon and then had Lunch at the 12 Bells. Didn't stray too far after that because of Swimming later.
4) Legoland! Great day - spent 10 hours on our feet but had a blast, especially with the QBot!! Stayed overnight in a hotel a few miles away - it was a fun adventure.
5) Drove back from London, took it easy before TKD at 4.30.
6) Took Daniel to Aston Villa v Liverpool as a present for his excellent school report. Had a great time before and after, pity about the result.
Friday, 13 September 2013
Friday, 2 September 2011
Our Week 15-19 August 2011
Our Week 15-19 August 2011
Our days together during the week are precious and few so we always make the most of them.
On Monday we went to Swindon - he went mad in the inflatable area and in the play area where his confidence is surging following being able to ride his bike. When we got home we went to "The Wagon & Horses" and had some lunch. Later I took him to Taekwondo where he continued to do very well.
Tuesday was a full day at Drayton Manor. The Ben 10 ride was new and we really enjoyed it. Although it was busy we got on everything we wanted to and capped it by going on two of the more "adult" rides which Daniel's now big enough for. The Log-Flume was great which included the big drop at the end and getting wet!
Wednesday was spent with Uncle Darren and Jen and we popped out for a lunchtime meal. Daniel loves playing their X-Box Kinnect and playing with Buster the dog.
Thursday was to have been Cattle Country but the weather was terrible - so we went to see The Smurfs in 3D at Gloucester which was great.
Friday was Cattle Country day as the weather was much better. He enjoyed it so much and again went on pretty much everything he could!
It was a great week, so much fun for both of us and again, one I won't forget. The song of the week was definitely this one - Bowling For Soup's song for the Phinues & Ferb cartoon.
His Daddy loves him so much he'll never know!
Our days together during the week are precious and few so we always make the most of them.
On Monday we went to Swindon - he went mad in the inflatable area and in the play area where his confidence is surging following being able to ride his bike. When we got home we went to "The Wagon & Horses" and had some lunch. Later I took him to Taekwondo where he continued to do very well.
Tuesday was a full day at Drayton Manor. The Ben 10 ride was new and we really enjoyed it. Although it was busy we got on everything we wanted to and capped it by going on two of the more "adult" rides which Daniel's now big enough for. The Log-Flume was great which included the big drop at the end and getting wet!
Wednesday was spent with Uncle Darren and Jen and we popped out for a lunchtime meal. Daniel loves playing their X-Box Kinnect and playing with Buster the dog.
Thursday was to have been Cattle Country but the weather was terrible - so we went to see The Smurfs in 3D at Gloucester which was great.
Friday was Cattle Country day as the weather was much better. He enjoyed it so much and again went on pretty much everything he could!
It was a great week, so much fun for both of us and again, one I won't forget. The song of the week was definitely this one - Bowling For Soup's song for the Phinues & Ferb cartoon.
His Daddy loves him so much he'll never know!
Sunday, 25 July 2010
Drayton Manor
Our Day At Drayton Manor
On Friday 23rd July Daniel and Me headed for Drayton Manor.
It was a surprise so his excited squeal when he realised where he was going made it all worthwhile for me.
We did all the rides in Thomasland that he likes including Cranky for the first time! We went on a nice boat trip and saw plenty of animals. Daniel ended up getting wet by standing a bit close to the log flume - next time we'll go on it ourselves.
The day meant so much to me. I don't get many of them that I enjoy like that - he means the world to me and keeps me going in ways he'll never realise.
His Dad loves him unconditionally and always will.
My life is so negative these days and there are few bright points about it. Friday was one of those few bright points.
I love you Daniel - my little munchkin.
On Friday 23rd July Daniel and Me headed for Drayton Manor.
It was a surprise so his excited squeal when he realised where he was going made it all worthwhile for me.
We did all the rides in Thomasland that he likes including Cranky for the first time! We went on a nice boat trip and saw plenty of animals. Daniel ended up getting wet by standing a bit close to the log flume - next time we'll go on it ourselves.
The day meant so much to me. I don't get many of them that I enjoy like that - he means the world to me and keeps me going in ways he'll never realise.
His Dad loves him unconditionally and always will.
My life is so negative these days and there are few bright points about it. Friday was one of those few bright points.
I love you Daniel - my little munchkin.
Saturday, 3 July 2010
Daniel's Last Training Day 09/10
Daniel & all his friends have their final training day of the season. A very enjoyable day, and enjoyable experience all year. We're lucky to have a very supportive group of parents around us and look forward to meeting up again in September!
Daniel has come along very well - just needs to concentrate and toughen up a little. If he can duplicate what he does in the back garden he'll be fine.
No 1 in importance is that he's loved it - he hasn't missed one session
Daniel has come along very well - just needs to concentrate and toughen up a little. If he can duplicate what he does in the back garden he'll be fine.
No 1 in importance is that he's loved it - he hasn't missed one session
Sunday, 6 June 2010
Daniel & Glasses
Daniel & Glasses
The news I'd feared was confirmed this week as we were told that Daniel would need glasses to correct problems with his eyes.
I'm so gutted for the little man - I just hope as its been caught early that wearing them for a couple of years will mean he won't need them at all later. We saw a nice specialist in Cirencester who confirmed what the hospital had said and told us the risks involved if we just left it.
Obviously there was no choice. We've found some nice ones with black/green sides so they look like Ben 10 glasses. My main concern is that he isn't teased at school because if he is I'll go ballistic.
He's been through enough already with the helmet. I know it's not the end of the world but I just want to take the problems away from him and give them to me. We have to make sure as little fuss is made of them as possible and Mum will be buying him an identical pair but as sunglasses (which he's used to wearing anyway).
This weekend he got a very deserved Player Of The Week trophy at training. Very proud.
The news I'd feared was confirmed this week as we were told that Daniel would need glasses to correct problems with his eyes.
I'm so gutted for the little man - I just hope as its been caught early that wearing them for a couple of years will mean he won't need them at all later. We saw a nice specialist in Cirencester who confirmed what the hospital had said and told us the risks involved if we just left it.
Obviously there was no choice. We've found some nice ones with black/green sides so they look like Ben 10 glasses. My main concern is that he isn't teased at school because if he is I'll go ballistic.
He's been through enough already with the helmet. I know it's not the end of the world but I just want to take the problems away from him and give them to me. We have to make sure as little fuss is made of them as possible and Mum will be buying him an identical pair but as sunglasses (which he's used to wearing anyway).
This weekend he got a very deserved Player Of The Week trophy at training. Very proud.
Sunday, 11 April 2010
Daniel Goes To Wembley
Daniel Goes To Wembley
Despite the result, Daniel had a great day yesterday. He came down on the coach with me, meeting all my friends and had a great time at the nice pub we stopped at with Jack and Uncle Alastair.
I expected parts of the match would pass him by and that was understandable. However, he did sing along a couple of times, shouting "Come On Villa" really loudly - it was a bit emotional for me when he was doing that, especially at Wembley.
Despite the result, Daniel had a great day yesterday. He came down on the coach with me, meeting all my friends and had a great time at the nice pub we stopped at with Jack and Uncle Alastair.
I expected parts of the match would pass him by and that was understandable. However, he did sing along a couple of times, shouting "Come On Villa" really loudly - it was a bit emotional for me when he was doing that, especially at Wembley.
Sunday, 28 February 2010
Daniel Wins Trophy
Daniel Wins Weekly Trophy
Football training was hard on Saturday morning - it was boggy anyway and then it rained some more so keeping the kids spirits up was hard for me & Steve who take their training.
Daniel wore his new HYFC training jacket with his DM initials on it.
The week before he'd scored his first proper goal in the game at the end which I was delighted about. He's improving, slowly, but enjoying it which is the #1 main thing for me.
This week he won the trophy for Player Of The Week which we were naturally very proud of.
Football training was hard on Saturday morning - it was boggy anyway and then it rained some more so keeping the kids spirits up was hard for me & Steve who take their training.
Daniel wore his new HYFC training jacket with his DM initials on it.
The week before he'd scored his first proper goal in the game at the end which I was delighted about. He's improving, slowly, but enjoying it which is the #1 main thing for me.
This week he won the trophy for Player Of The Week which we were naturally very proud of.
Wednesday, 17 February 2010
Swindon & Ballyhoo
Our Day - Feb 15th
I wish there were more days like this.
I was off work for once and looking after Daniel as he's on half term. We drove down to Swindon and went to the Outlet Centre. Daniel remembered where Swindon's Football Ground was and he enjoyed going over the Magic Roundabout again!
At the Outlet Centre he played in the play area and had a few goes on the inflatable slide in-between going round the shops. About lunchtime we headed back and tried Magicland in Cirencester which was a waste of time with a half hour wait just to get in! I tried Ballyhoo in Cheltenham which was more bearable so Daniel got a good 90mins of running around like a mad thing!
We got home about 3ish and just relaxed and watched Ben 10 Alien Force for a while.
I love having days like this with him - he's so good and loves being with his Dad. I treasure these times so much.
I wish there were more days like this.
I was off work for once and looking after Daniel as he's on half term. We drove down to Swindon and went to the Outlet Centre. Daniel remembered where Swindon's Football Ground was and he enjoyed going over the Magic Roundabout again!
At the Outlet Centre he played in the play area and had a few goes on the inflatable slide in-between going round the shops. About lunchtime we headed back and tried Magicland in Cirencester which was a waste of time with a half hour wait just to get in! I tried Ballyhoo in Cheltenham which was more bearable so Daniel got a good 90mins of running around like a mad thing!
We got home about 3ish and just relaxed and watched Ben 10 Alien Force for a while.
I love having days like this with him - he's so good and loves being with his Dad. I treasure these times so much.
Saturday, 9 January 2010
Daniel Snow 2010
Here Comes The Snow Again
So last Wednesday the snow arrived, much like last February it was quite deep, and if you're driving - very annoying. Still, the main roads were fairly resonable while the side roads and estate roads were the ones that needed extra care.
On Thursday morning the temperature in the car was -10'. I've never seen that ever before - left alone the -12' when I actually arrived at work. Not that you ever get any thanks for getting into work while others are off "sick", turn up late or not at all.
Daniel has been home with the school, being closed and all training has been cancelled so far which meant at least I could have half an our in snow with Daniel when I got home which we both enjoyed.
Today I've been out with him on his sledge which he's loved! We went round to the Business Park where you could see the snow for miles on the hills and it also has a few small spots where he can slide down in the sledge. For the last 3 days I haven't even been able to get home at lunchtime to see him so, with Mum at work catching up, I've been able to spend some great quality time with him. Early on we built some lego models (lorry, helicopter & motorbike) and then we hit the snow!
Daniel enjoyed running up the hilly part towards the trees and getting me to lob snowballs in his direction so he could jump out the way and shout "missed me"! Then he'd run down and fire back at close range. We ended up in our back garden, played snow-football and made some snow angels - with snow down the back of his neck and a very runny nose, I thought it was time to call it a day. Just an hour later after tea he fell asleep on the sofa!
You may as well get out in it as there's little on sport-wise today - everything has been decimated and even Wigan's undersoil-heating couldn't cope meaning the game was called off today, the second in a row after Blackburn.
Looking at the forecast there could be more games postponed in the week ahead...
So last Wednesday the snow arrived, much like last February it was quite deep, and if you're driving - very annoying. Still, the main roads were fairly resonable while the side roads and estate roads were the ones that needed extra care.
On Thursday morning the temperature in the car was -10'. I've never seen that ever before - left alone the -12' when I actually arrived at work. Not that you ever get any thanks for getting into work while others are off "sick", turn up late or not at all.
Daniel has been home with the school, being closed and all training has been cancelled so far which meant at least I could have half an our in snow with Daniel when I got home which we both enjoyed.
Today I've been out with him on his sledge which he's loved! We went round to the Business Park where you could see the snow for miles on the hills and it also has a few small spots where he can slide down in the sledge. For the last 3 days I haven't even been able to get home at lunchtime to see him so, with Mum at work catching up, I've been able to spend some great quality time with him. Early on we built some lego models (lorry, helicopter & motorbike) and then we hit the snow!
Daniel enjoyed running up the hilly part towards the trees and getting me to lob snowballs in his direction so he could jump out the way and shout "missed me"! Then he'd run down and fire back at close range. We ended up in our back garden, played snow-football and made some snow angels - with snow down the back of his neck and a very runny nose, I thought it was time to call it a day. Just an hour later after tea he fell asleep on the sofa!
You may as well get out in it as there's little on sport-wise today - everything has been decimated and even Wigan's undersoil-heating couldn't cope meaning the game was called off today, the second in a row after Blackburn.
Looking at the forecast there could be more games postponed in the week ahead...
Sunday, 8 November 2009
1st Football Trophy
A Busy Night.
Last night was the Firework Display at Hucclecote Rugby Club.
It was the first time we'd taken Daniel to one of these and he really enjoyed it. I'd quite underestimated the amount of people turning up to the event as in the end it would have been quicker to walk than to drive!
There were hundreds there and the display was really good, lasting for about 25 minutes with a huge bang at the end! Daniel was clinging on tight at times while the fireworks exploded away.
A Busy Morning.
Then this morning Daniel had his first football training session with Hucclecote Youth Football Club Under 5's.
Nine children were present with the session running alongside the under 6's. They were given basic dribbing skills from side to side and then from one end of the small pitch to the other - then scoring some goals which they obviously all enjoyed.
Daniel was probably slightly slower with the skills than some of the others but took care to dribble round the markers that were set out rather than just running past them. In the end there was a little match which was good fun and a nice way to finish the session.
The coach huddled everyone around and said that each week there would be a trophy awarded to the player who impressed the coach the most. All the children had done really well but you can imagine how chuffed we were when he said Daniel was the winner for the first week for listening and doing everything he asked. Now he gets to keep the trophy for a week before taking it back next Saturday.
It was quite emotional to be honest, seeing my little boy do so well and get recognised for what he did. I was so chuffed for him.
So here's the trophy & obviously he's really enjoyed it - I think he'll be going back somehow!
Last night was the Firework Display at Hucclecote Rugby Club.
It was the first time we'd taken Daniel to one of these and he really enjoyed it. I'd quite underestimated the amount of people turning up to the event as in the end it would have been quicker to walk than to drive!
There were hundreds there and the display was really good, lasting for about 25 minutes with a huge bang at the end! Daniel was clinging on tight at times while the fireworks exploded away.
A Busy Morning.
Then this morning Daniel had his first football training session with Hucclecote Youth Football Club Under 5's.
Nine children were present with the session running alongside the under 6's. They were given basic dribbing skills from side to side and then from one end of the small pitch to the other - then scoring some goals which they obviously all enjoyed.
Daniel was probably slightly slower with the skills than some of the others but took care to dribble round the markers that were set out rather than just running past them. In the end there was a little match which was good fun and a nice way to finish the session.
The coach huddled everyone around and said that each week there would be a trophy awarded to the player who impressed the coach the most. All the children had done really well but you can imagine how chuffed we were when he said Daniel was the winner for the first week for listening and doing everything he asked. Now he gets to keep the trophy for a week before taking it back next Saturday.
It was quite emotional to be honest, seeing my little boy do so well and get recognised for what he did. I was so chuffed for him.
So here's the trophy & obviously he's really enjoyed it - I think he'll be going back somehow!
Thursday, 15 October 2009
Daniel Big Pitch
Daniel On The Big Pitch
Daniel went to see Jack play football last Sunday so I could show him football being played properly. He watched for a while but then wanted to play with the ball we'd brought. Still only 4 and a half, we ran, passing the ball, from one end to the other (on a full size pitch) with him scoring the goal - it was very impressive from the little man!
Above: Danny Boy scores a goal of his own!!
He's growing up so fast at the moment, here's a great pic I took up at Crickley Hill in the first two weeks I had off work when he started school.
Daniel went to see Jack play football last Sunday so I could show him football being played properly. He watched for a while but then wanted to play with the ball we'd brought. Still only 4 and a half, we ran, passing the ball, from one end to the other (on a full size pitch) with him scoring the goal - it was very impressive from the little man!
Above: Danny Boy scores a goal of his own!!
He's growing up so fast at the moment, here's a great pic I took up at Crickley Hill in the first two weeks I had off work when he started school.
Thursday, 8 October 2009
Treetops Nursery
TreeTops Nursery, Hucclecote
I just wanted to give them a shout out and to say thankyou for a great 3 months Daniel had with them before he started school.
He learned more and was stimulated way better than at his previous nursery where things had become very disorganised and stale. The move was the best thing we did and 3 months later Daniel was as prepared as possible for school life.
He really enjoyed his time there - we actually looked into Treetops years ago but they were too expensive at that time. When we enquired after AllMyFriends decided to close we found their prices were marginally CHEAPER!
The staff were great - we would happily recommend them to anyone and they are head and shoulders apart in quality from All My Friends (formally Tiddlywinks).
I just wanted to give them a shout out and to say thankyou for a great 3 months Daniel had with them before he started school.
He learned more and was stimulated way better than at his previous nursery where things had become very disorganised and stale. The move was the best thing we did and 3 months later Daniel was as prepared as possible for school life.
He really enjoyed his time there - we actually looked into Treetops years ago but they were too expensive at that time. When we enquired after AllMyFriends decided to close we found their prices were marginally CHEAPER!
The staff were great - we would happily recommend them to anyone and they are head and shoulders apart in quality from All My Friends (formally Tiddlywinks).
Treetops Nursery
TreeTops Nursery, Hucclecote
I just wanted to give them a shout out and to say thankyou for a great 3 months Daniel had with them before he started school.
He learned more and was stimulated way better than at his previous nursery where things had become very disorganised and stale. The move was the best thing we did and 3 months later Daniel was as prepared as possible for school life.
He really enjoyed his time there - we actually looked into Treetops years ago but they were too expensive at that time. When we enquired after AllMyFriends decided to close we found their prices were marginally CHEAPER!
The staff were great - we would happily recommend them to anyone and they are head and shoulders apart in quality from All My Friends (formally Tiddlywinks).
I just wanted to give them a shout out and to say thankyou for a great 3 months Daniel had with them before he started school.
He learned more and was stimulated way better than at his previous nursery where things had become very disorganised and stale. The move was the best thing we did and 3 months later Daniel was as prepared as possible for school life.
He really enjoyed his time there - we actually looked into Treetops years ago but they were too expensive at that time. When we enquired after AllMyFriends decided to close we found their prices were marginally CHEAPER!
The staff were great - we would happily recommend them to anyone and they are head and shoulders apart in quality from All My Friends (formally Tiddlywinks).
Wednesday, 9 September 2009
2nd Week With Dad
Second Week Of School
I've been saving a treat for Daniel when he finishes school at Midday this week. On Monday we went down to Ballyhoo which he loves and and a bonus was pretty quiet. Cue another two hours of relentless running around and also a slight panic when Daddy temporarily loses his car keys in the ball-pit!
Yesterday we went up Crickley Hill again, walking through another differnet path in "The forest" and playing football in a strong wind. Whilst on the top about 13 "Red Arrow" type aircraft thundered past making such a loud noise Daniel nearly fell over!
Today I took him to "Sizzlers" where he had Toad In The Hole and virtually had the lot! Not to mention the ice cream afterwards!
At the moment he loves school and seems to have plenty of friends, some of whom he still doesn't know the names of! This time has been so good for me, I've loved being around him more often, chatting with other parents at the school and sharing these long afternoon's.
I wish I could do it more often.
I've been saving a treat for Daniel when he finishes school at Midday this week. On Monday we went down to Ballyhoo which he loves and and a bonus was pretty quiet. Cue another two hours of relentless running around and also a slight panic when Daddy temporarily loses his car keys in the ball-pit!
Yesterday we went up Crickley Hill again, walking through another differnet path in "The forest" and playing football in a strong wind. Whilst on the top about 13 "Red Arrow" type aircraft thundered past making such a loud noise Daniel nearly fell over!
Today I took him to "Sizzlers" where he had Toad In The Hole and virtually had the lot! Not to mention the ice cream afterwards!
At the moment he loves school and seems to have plenty of friends, some of whom he still doesn't know the names of! This time has been so good for me, I've loved being around him more often, chatting with other parents at the school and sharing these long afternoon's.
I wish I could do it more often.
Monday, 31 August 2009
Daniel Goes To The Fulham Game With Dad
First Day At School. Second Time At Villa Park!
Wednesday 2nd September 2009 - 1st Day At School
Nearly four and a half years - just where have they gone exactly? On the Tuesday before I took him to MagicLand in Cirencester so he could have some fun before all the seriousness of school began...
Daniel started his new school on Wednesday morning. We took him down and waited outside his new classroom where the school had a clever way of getting the children in quickly to avoid any major tears.
By lunchtime when I went to pick him he already had dirty shoes and trousers! That was within 3 hours! Having this deliberately booked 2 weeks has been great for me as I get to take him in and collect him too. Initially he only goes until lunchtime then in a weeks time he'll stay till later before starting his "normal" hours from the beginning of October.
On Thursday his new school jumper arrived and it fitted perfectly. So many people are saying how old they feel when they see these pictures!
Daniel In His Second Match At Villa Park
Fair play to those concerned at Villa Park - they laid on plenty for the kids before the Fulham game, enough even that a 4yr old didn't get bored. Thanks to a mate who ended up with a spare adult&child ticket we ended up seeing the Fulham game which we weren't planning on doing 24 hours earlier!
He had his face painted, visited the three mascots, Hercules Bella & Chip and had some photos with them. He had his picture with the Peace Cup in the Villa Village and then we all headed off to the indoor area where he ran around and kicked a few footballs - he sweated like mad in there!
The game was OK - Fulham never managed a single shot. The early goal was important and almost missed by us as Daniel decided he needed the toilet right at kick-off time! Luckily we were virtually back at our seats when it went in. Daniel enjoyed the cheering and clapping but I reckon he thinks the PA system is too loud!
He really enjoyed his day with his friend Jack.
A welcome 3 points and then a drenching on the way back to the car! Daniel didn't mind though as he'd had a great day at the football with his Dad and his friends - 10 minutes into the journey back he was fast asleep!
Wednesday 2nd September 2009 - 1st Day At School
Nearly four and a half years - just where have they gone exactly? On the Tuesday before I took him to MagicLand in Cirencester so he could have some fun before all the seriousness of school began...
Daniel started his new school on Wednesday morning. We took him down and waited outside his new classroom where the school had a clever way of getting the children in quickly to avoid any major tears.
By lunchtime when I went to pick him he already had dirty shoes and trousers! That was within 3 hours! Having this deliberately booked 2 weeks has been great for me as I get to take him in and collect him too. Initially he only goes until lunchtime then in a weeks time he'll stay till later before starting his "normal" hours from the beginning of October.
On Thursday his new school jumper arrived and it fitted perfectly. So many people are saying how old they feel when they see these pictures!
Daniel In His Second Match At Villa Park
Fair play to those concerned at Villa Park - they laid on plenty for the kids before the Fulham game, enough even that a 4yr old didn't get bored. Thanks to a mate who ended up with a spare adult&child ticket we ended up seeing the Fulham game which we weren't planning on doing 24 hours earlier!
He had his face painted, visited the three mascots, Hercules Bella & Chip and had some photos with them. He had his picture with the Peace Cup in the Villa Village and then we all headed off to the indoor area where he ran around and kicked a few footballs - he sweated like mad in there!
The game was OK - Fulham never managed a single shot. The early goal was important and almost missed by us as Daniel decided he needed the toilet right at kick-off time! Luckily we were virtually back at our seats when it went in. Daniel enjoyed the cheering and clapping but I reckon he thinks the PA system is too loud!
He really enjoyed his day with his friend Jack.
A welcome 3 points and then a drenching on the way back to the car! Daniel didn't mind though as he'd had a great day at the football with his Dad and his friends - 10 minutes into the journey back he was fast asleep!
Tuesday, 5 May 2009
Daniel Is Four!
Happy Birthday Daniel - You Are Four!!
5th May 2009 - Four years on!
Daniel has had loads of presents and got to enjoy his birthday with his friends at nursery and then with us at home today. The photo above shows him wearing his new away kit and blowing out his four candles on the Spiderman cake - Many gifts were Spiderman related but his big present was being taken to his first Aston Villa game against Hull last night.
I have to admit to being a little nervous of his reaction bearing in mind how old he is - I thought he'd get bored and maybe play up a little, especially as by kick-off time he'd normally be in bed or be close to going to sleep.
He did way better than I thought. By half time he was still wide awake, clapping along and helped his Dad celebrate John Carew's goal. We were sat in Row B of the Upper Trinity so the view was great and it was fairly quiet up there - so ideal for him. He tired during the second half but by the end had a surge and was wide awake again cheering the final whistle and walking back to the car with me.
So even if he ends up supporting someone else for whatever reason he'll always have that first game etched in stone! I must also say a huge thankyou to IanB for pointing me in the right direction of contacts at Villa Park. Sheila Maybury was fantastic and got my Mum a parking space at very short notice in the Villa Village as the days of her walking any sort of distance are gone.
May 4th 2009. Aston Villa 1 Hull City 0: Goalscorer - John Carew. Att 39,607
I thought we did pretty well for 75 minutes. We created some good chances and Myhill certainly kept them in it - then for the last 15 minutes we began to look like a side who'd forgotten how to win. Suddenly from offering nothing, Hull looked like they'd nick something.
I was amazed Heskey came on for John Carew. The situation was made for NRC to come on and sit in the midfield to tighten everything up - I think we dodged a bullet somewhere there. Anyway, that's four games for me this season - Stoke City and Slavia Prague away - CSKA Moscow and Hull City at home. Can you spot the link in those games?
If I'd been more I reckon Big John would have 30 goals by now!
The Conservatory
The frame, roof and windows are now all in and the builders are back tomorrow to level the floor off. Then John, our builder, will be back to plaster and finish the room and electrics off. Daniel thinks it's great fun! I'd be laughing too if I wasn't paying for it!
5th May 2009 - Four years on!
Daniel has had loads of presents and got to enjoy his birthday with his friends at nursery and then with us at home today. The photo above shows him wearing his new away kit and blowing out his four candles on the Spiderman cake - Many gifts were Spiderman related but his big present was being taken to his first Aston Villa game against Hull last night.
I have to admit to being a little nervous of his reaction bearing in mind how old he is - I thought he'd get bored and maybe play up a little, especially as by kick-off time he'd normally be in bed or be close to going to sleep.
He did way better than I thought. By half time he was still wide awake, clapping along and helped his Dad celebrate John Carew's goal. We were sat in Row B of the Upper Trinity so the view was great and it was fairly quiet up there - so ideal for him. He tired during the second half but by the end had a surge and was wide awake again cheering the final whistle and walking back to the car with me.
So even if he ends up supporting someone else for whatever reason he'll always have that first game etched in stone! I must also say a huge thankyou to IanB for pointing me in the right direction of contacts at Villa Park. Sheila Maybury was fantastic and got my Mum a parking space at very short notice in the Villa Village as the days of her walking any sort of distance are gone.
May 4th 2009. Aston Villa 1 Hull City 0: Goalscorer - John Carew. Att 39,607
I thought we did pretty well for 75 minutes. We created some good chances and Myhill certainly kept them in it - then for the last 15 minutes we began to look like a side who'd forgotten how to win. Suddenly from offering nothing, Hull looked like they'd nick something.
I was amazed Heskey came on for John Carew. The situation was made for NRC to come on and sit in the midfield to tighten everything up - I think we dodged a bullet somewhere there. Anyway, that's four games for me this season - Stoke City and Slavia Prague away - CSKA Moscow and Hull City at home. Can you spot the link in those games?
If I'd been more I reckon Big John would have 30 goals by now!
The Conservatory
The frame, roof and windows are now all in and the builders are back tomorrow to level the floor off. Then John, our builder, will be back to plaster and finish the room and electrics off. Daniel thinks it's great fun! I'd be laughing too if I wasn't paying for it!
Thursday, 23 April 2009
Thomas Land 2009
Thomas Land At Drayton Manor 2009
Daniel loved his surprise visit to Thomas Land on Thursday. His excited sqeals when he realised where he was made it worthwhile in an instant.
Being nearly four and much braver than last time, he went on everything - including eight trips on the "Troublesome Trucks". It was sunny and not busy at all due to the kids being at school so we could go on everything as often as we wanted to. Which was nice!
We sort of insisted he looked at the other parts of the park too, so he saw some of the animals including the tigers, penguins and monkeys. He went on the cable car ride completely unfazed by the height and seems to have little fear when it comes to the rides.
Everything reverted back to Thomas though so that's where we finished up. The video below shows our trip on the "Troublesome Trucks" and how much he loved it.
We left about 3.30 after having "one more go" on all the rides - safe to say Daniel was asleep within minutes for the return journey.
Conservatory 2009
We've decided to go ahead with our addition to the house, I mean you can only worry about money for so long - so we decided f*ck it. The builders were only here for a few days and the job was done - now the glass will arrive next week. Here's a photo of Daniel sitting on the bricks.
He likes his new sun hat, I decided to buy one too so he took to weraing it more easily!
Daniel On Terence
Daniel loved his surprise visit to Thomas Land on Thursday. His excited sqeals when he realised where he was made it worthwhile in an instant.
Being nearly four and much braver than last time, he went on everything - including eight trips on the "Troublesome Trucks". It was sunny and not busy at all due to the kids being at school so we could go on everything as often as we wanted to. Which was nice!
We sort of insisted he looked at the other parts of the park too, so he saw some of the animals including the tigers, penguins and monkeys. He went on the cable car ride completely unfazed by the height and seems to have little fear when it comes to the rides.
Everything reverted back to Thomas though so that's where we finished up. The video below shows our trip on the "Troublesome Trucks" and how much he loved it.
We left about 3.30 after having "one more go" on all the rides - safe to say Daniel was asleep within minutes for the return journey.
Conservatory 2009
We've decided to go ahead with our addition to the house, I mean you can only worry about money for so long - so we decided f*ck it. The builders were only here for a few days and the job was done - now the glass will arrive next week. Here's a photo of Daniel sitting on the bricks.
He likes his new sun hat, I decided to buy one too so he took to weraing it more easily!
Daniel On Terence
Sunday, 12 April 2009
Saturday, 21 February 2009
Total Wipeout
Total Wipeout
Daniel's favourite thing on TV at the moment, so much so we have to keep an episode in the Sky+ planner as he tends to ask for it most days!
He will set up courses around the living room that he can jump over and will also wear my boxing gloves and re-create the "sucker punch" part of the course which usually involves hitting me and making me fall down!
During Total Wipeout, contestants are put through a series obstacle courses and challenges. After each one, a certain number of them are eliminated from the competition. After the fourth, the fastest of the remaining three competitors around the course wins the game and cash prize.
So far only three contenders, Jo and Carole from episode 5 and Kierron from episode 7,have managed to conquer the Big Balls.
Like I say, Danny Boy loves it - so much so he even remembers individual names and what they did during a particular episode!
His Dad may have to apply.....
Daniel's favourite thing on TV at the moment, so much so we have to keep an episode in the Sky+ planner as he tends to ask for it most days!
He will set up courses around the living room that he can jump over and will also wear my boxing gloves and re-create the "sucker punch" part of the course which usually involves hitting me and making me fall down!
During Total Wipeout, contestants are put through a series obstacle courses and challenges. After each one, a certain number of them are eliminated from the competition. After the fourth, the fastest of the remaining three competitors around the course wins the game and cash prize.
So far only three contenders, Jo and Carole from episode 5 and Kierron from episode 7,have managed to conquer the Big Balls.
Like I say, Danny Boy loves it - so much so he even remembers individual names and what they did during a particular episode!
His Dad may have to apply.....
Tuesday, 17 February 2009
New Pics
Daniel's First Visit To Villa Park
Last Sunday we went to the Corner Flag restaurant for some Sunday lunch courtesy of my Mum! We had a decent lunch and then wondered round to the Holte End where we took some more photo's before heading off to the Holte Pub.
Daniel finally got to see what Villa Park looks like inside and out and even said "Wow" when he saw the view from inside. He'd seen Whaddon Road before and when asked which ground that was he keeps saying "Aston Villa"! He tried hard to remember all the new names and things he was seeing for the first time. We had to laugh when we asked him later to remember the name of the stand we walked up the steps to - instead of saying "Holte End" he replied "Was it the toilet"?!
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We watched some of the Everton game but it had been a long day for the little guy and he soon fell asleep for the journey back while we listened to our exit from the FA Cup. He seemed to enjoy his day and now I'm wondering whether to bring him for a pre-season friendly or something like that. It would be interesting to hear other parents stories of taking their children to games at this sort of age - he'll be 4 and a bit by the summer....
It was a good day as I hope tomorrow night will be as we head back up again for the CSKA Moscow game.
Other pictures from the day..........
Last Sunday we went to the Corner Flag restaurant for some Sunday lunch courtesy of my Mum! We had a decent lunch and then wondered round to the Holte End where we took some more photo's before heading off to the Holte Pub.
Daniel finally got to see what Villa Park looks like inside and out and even said "Wow" when he saw the view from inside. He'd seen Whaddon Road before and when asked which ground that was he keeps saying "Aston Villa"! He tried hard to remember all the new names and things he was seeing for the first time. We had to laugh when we asked him later to remember the name of the stand we walked up the steps to - instead of saying "Holte End" he replied "Was it the toilet"?!
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We watched some of the Everton game but it had been a long day for the little guy and he soon fell asleep for the journey back while we listened to our exit from the FA Cup. He seemed to enjoy his day and now I'm wondering whether to bring him for a pre-season friendly or something like that. It would be interesting to hear other parents stories of taking their children to games at this sort of age - he'll be 4 and a bit by the summer....
It was a good day as I hope tomorrow night will be as we head back up again for the CSKA Moscow game.
Other pictures from the day..........
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