Jessica – congratulations on Aiden walking! It’s so wonderful when they take their first steps. Careful – he’ll start running soon and then you’ll wish he never walked in the first place!

Pee – oh you poor thing not getting as much hugs from Ryley. I felt so bad for you when I read that post. I can kind of relate – Charlie went through a big “Daddy” phase when I got back from tour in October, and I had just stopped b/f too, so I was pretty down about it. I’m sure he loves you lots and lots, and you’ll be getting those hugs again soon. It’s great that he seems to like daycare.

Jo – I laughed when I read about DH ‘giving in’ on the name thing. Mine did too. I reckon we deserve it, going through pregnancy and labour. I bet that husbands would DEMAND to name the child if they had been through what we have to go through! May I ask a question… are you going c/s again this time, or ‘natural’? (I hate using that word – it somehow devalues the experience of childbirth if you don’t end up having a vaginal birth.) I found out that my placenta is a little low, and even though they’re pretty sure it will move, I’m nervous about having to have a c/s this time as I don’t know what to expect. Anyway, sorry, TMI!

Mel – that pic of Eliana is co cute! She’s grown so much. I hope we have a Brisbane meet up again soon so I can see how big she is. Cute that she’s saying a few things too. Charlie only says “mum”, “bub” and “dad”, so he obviously doesn’t take after his mother in the talking department! I hope that you are able to work out some relationship solutions soon – sorry that you have to go through troubles, mate.

Bon – glad that Harry’s party went well. Wow, three – they grow up so fast. That’s so cute about Grace making those noises! I hear you on the tanties. I reckon the best strategy is to just ignore them – that’s what we do. I read somewhere that kids are like performers on a stage… it’s no fun to perform if nobody is watching!

Hey Mitch! Was wondering where you had been. OMG at Jess getting on the pool table and the bench – she must be a strong one! Charlie is just starting to learn how to climb, but I’ve had to be very firm about him not climbing on the coffee table, as DH just finished making it and we want it to stay looking nice as long as possible! How do you stop them? I can’t stand it!

Rose – yay for your clear test! That must be a relief.

Dach – I smiled when I heard about you wanting to give the screen a kiss! I can’t believe you’re 30 weeks already! Wow. It goes faster the second time, hey? Hope you’re able to take some pics of Yasin’s pony ride. What a cute thing to do!

Tegan – aagghh the climbing again! I reckon it’s ok if she can get on and off safely – the danger probably comes when she’s able to use the couch as a ‘launching pad’ to climb to other things! Hope she doesn’t realise that anytime soon!

Sorry I’ve been absent again. I used to write on the BB forums a lot when Mum had Charlie and I was “supposed” to be studying, but I found that I have to actually get out of the house and go to a library or a coffee shop to study now, otherwise I don’t get anything done. The internet is such a distraction! My exam is on Monday, so once that’s over I will hopefully be able to check the internet more than once a week. I hate psychology. Dumb dumb dumb. Poor little Charlie was very sick this morning. He threw up quite a few times (all over me, too, thanks) and was very sad. He actually fell asleep for 20 minutes in bed with us this morning, which he hasn’t done since he was about 6 months old. He felt better after he had a big long sleep though and has been fine for the rest of the day – maybe it was something he ate? He’s been really off his food the last couple of weeks too… ironically, that happened just after I was telling a friend what a good eater he is. I really don’t know why – maybe it’s the heat. Any ideas? I refuse to give him sweet things just so he will eat – I know he won’t starve.

Bob is doing well. He’s even MORE active than Charlie was as this stage, so any hopes I had of having a nice quiet baby have been dashed! DH still hasn’t felt him move yet, but I don’t think it will be long provided I don’t put on any more fat – otherwise he won’t be able to feel through the fat layers!

Anyway, sorry it’s so long. I hope you’re all having a lovely weekend, and I’ll write more when I’m a free woman again (when the exam is over!).