Hi girls,

My posts have been a bit slow of late. I try to get on each day but sometimes the day disappears (as you all know LOL).

I really haven't introduced myself very well - so here goes!!

I have been married for 11 years to a great man/husband/father (well most of the time). He works shift work so our relationship is a bit different. In saying that, he does get to spend more time with the girls, especially when he is on afternoon shift (starts at 2pm). But many nights I have Chelsea (my 3 year old) saying "I want my daddy". She doesn't understand that he goes to work at different times and sometimes wont see him for a day or two. His night shifts are the hardest, trying to keep the house quiet with 2 kids (yeah right !). He sometimes sleeps at his parents where it is quieter and I don't have to sneak around.

Chelsea is 3 years old (4 in January) and a very funny child. She is typical of most 3 year old - an angel one day, devil the next. She attends a kinder program at creche two days a week. She loves it and so do I!

Marley is the new addition and a beautiful little soul. She is very placid, but loves smiling at anyone that will look at her. I think she is easier to look after because I am alot more relaxed. I think with Chelsea, I was a bit nervous and not sure what I should be doing! This time, whatever happens happens. She sleeps well and is a very happy bubba.

I worked up until 36 weeks with Marley. I work in course admin at a Uni and love it. I get one years paid maternity leave, so I love it even more!!!! I work 3 days a week and will return to work in July 2007. I can go back on reduced hours, so intend to do 2 days until 2008. I really admire all the SAHM! I run out of things to do with Chelsea and seem to spend too much money shopping. Chelsea is an avid TV watcher and would sit for hours at a time if allowed. I try to limit her time and give her somthing else to do that is a bit more stimulating.

In any spare time I get, I love my garden and spend a bit of time in it. Great to involve the kids too. I also love painting and spend many weekends painting canvases and decorating my house. I'll run out of wall space soon. Shopping is another bad vice, but what girl doesn't love it. Food is another big passion - I love cooking and going out for dinner, so if anyone has any great recipes to swap let me know.

Today I was playing aunty to my two nieces. One is 3, the other 8 weeks old. Luckily Chelsea was at kinder! The two babies were perfect, both went to sleep at the same time. Makes me wonder how others manage with twins and other kids!!!

Just watched a bit of RPA with a mother who had twins 13 weeks prem! She got to have her first cuddle with one of them - made me teary!!! Also makes me realise how lucky I am having two healthy kids.

Someone mentioned catching up which sounds like a great idea. You guys sound like you have had meetings before?

Hopefully that tells you a litle bit more about me. I am looking forward to being part of the group - you all sound like fun people!