Leanne- Oh no, the poor little thing! Sounds like a bit of bad luck, who would have thought his black eye would lead to surgery. Have a great holiday.

MM- I would try brauers calm or rescue remedy before any pharmaceuticals. She might surprise you, they change so much in a few months. There was a thread a while ago about keeping toddlers entertained on planes. Take loads of toys/books/snacks etc. 5 hours seems like forever, but it will go quickly enough.

Clare- you asked ages ago about the day spa and i forgot to answer you, then i remembered when i was lying in bed last night!!!! It is called indulge and it is at immerse winery in the yarra valley. Just the other side of yarra glenn. I havn't been to that one before, it's pretty $$$, but sounds lovely! We should try and organise a girls pampering day sometime.

Arte- Love the new ticker pic, very cute. You were so right about the dog. I would have been so frustrated in your position. You can NEVER trust a dog. They are animals after all.

Preg- We tend to go through pinching phases. When she is really frustrated she pinches. The worst thing is she does it to other kids if they take something she is playing with or just annoy her. so i have to watch her like a hawk. I am hoping it is a phase. Spoke to MCHN about it and she said at this age it is best to just try and avoid the situation rather than trying to discilpline her. Of course i say no and remove her from the situation if it happens, but i'm not sure she totally gets it. I also really encourage her to be gentle and praise her alot when she is.

Sherie and who ever else didn't feel much like posting (sorry have forgotten, was it Katie??)........ hope you are doing ok......