Cheeky!

I think it is safe to say that both Lola and Jack have each got a very cheeky grin.

Här kommer Pippi Långstrump....

Tjolahopp tjolahej tjolahoppsan-sa! Here is Lola doing her best Pippi impression. Good effort!

Jack's first set of wheels

Jack was very lucky to get his first set of wheels bought for him by Mamma, Daddy, Grandma, Granddad, Tracey and Sheila. They were bought for him when Jack was Christened but only just put together now that he is big enough. A classic mini beast for the little man!

Jack's first steps!

Little man Jack is growing fast and is now walking! Jack took his official first steps on February 26th. Mamma and Daddy were both very proud and pleased to witness the event. Now there is now stopping him. He is now getting his hands in all sorts of places that he could not before. Extra work for us parents to keep up with him. Loving it!

Lola is a Gooner! Lola is a Gooner! La la la la

Lola is quite rightly following in her Daddy's footsteps and becoming a big fan of the mighty Gunners! She made me very proud recently. When I asked her what she wanted for her birthday she replied: "An Arsenal princess dress!" Jack will also be following in this family ttradition I hope. Morfar is not so happy though . He she is in one of her favorite items of clothing.

Lola at 3 and a half months

Lola is now a mighty 102 centermetres. My little munchkin is growing fast.

Jack's first tooth

Jack's first tooth is well on the way! He has been veryy dribbly and snotty over the past few days and now we know why. Mamma detested the tooth and we all had a good feel and he bit our fingers.

And they all rolled over ....

...and one fell out! Not this time though. The news is that Jack is now rolling over! And now there is no stopping him. He'll be crawling in no time we think. The only downside to this great news is the fact that we now cannot leave the room when he is on his back otherwise he might just roll away.

Sofia, Lola and I all witnessed Jack's first official roll over when we were all on Rinsegård beach enjoying the sunshine.

Lola & Tom & Jerry

I've managed to download a collection of classic Tom & Jerry cartoons from the 1940's. These are the classics produced by Fred Quimby. Lola and I have been watching them and she absolutley loves them. Here is some footage of her laughing at one particular cartoon called 'Fraidy Cat'.

Horseplay at the Apple Garden Cafe

On Sweden national day (June 6) the family and I went for a drive out to Slöinge and went to have some lunch at the very lovely Apple Garden Cafe. While we were there we had a lovely lunch and played a few games; one of which was Sofia prettending to be a horse for Lola.

Falkenberg Day

Our lovely little town celebrated 'Falkenbergdag' on Saturday. The town was pretty busy with lots of local produce on sale and bits and pieces on display. I managed to buy some sausauges from Gudmansgården (MMmmmmmm). We also saw some Alpacas (!) and went and had a nose in the local museum. We also went to Valerna in the evening and met up with Anders, Viggo and Mira. Really nice family day out in the sun.

Lola (3 years & 3 months) and Jack (2 months)

Lola is a very good big sister to Jack and she is very, very attentive to her little brother. Phew!

Jack's first picture (official)

And Jack makes four!

On April 15th at 5.35am Jack Anthony James Ryan was born. He weighed in at 8lbs 9oz (3890g) and measured 51cm. As you can see from the pictures below he is a little smasher!

Jack at 3 days old

Jack and Sofia came home from the hospital today and it was the first time he was able to meet Lola. Luckily Lola loves her little brother and loves her new Big Sister status.

Jack at 3 days old

Lola sings 'Round and Round the Garden' to Jack

Draw a snake..

...on your back, which finger did THAT!

One little game which I remember from my childhood that Lola and I play together. Lola loves it.

Due date has past.

The due date for baby number 2 was yesterday. So now we are playing the waiting game....

Sleepy nighty snoozy snooze

Lola is so full of beans during the day that she is all tired out by the evening (well most of the time). At the moment she is usually in bed by 7.30 having a story read to her. Here is a picture of a 'plum tuckered' Lola (and Bunny of course) taking a well deserved sleep in Mamma and Daddy's bed.

Not long now

Sofia is now in week 39 so not too long before baby number 2 arrives. Sofia had her her done just before this picure was taken - a bit of a trim and some highlights to get her looking fabulous for the birth. We are all really looking forward to meeting the little fella/lady.

Easter / Påsk highlights

We had a lovely and very busy Easter visiting friends and family in and around Falkenberg. Suffice to say that we all over indulged with food, cake, godis and chocolate. On the Monday we went to Eva and Davids and ate waffles with Irene, Anna-Karin, Anders, Viggo and Mira. Lola cycled her tricycle outside for the first time which she loved. Mira and Lola loved playing together which is always nice to see.