On Friday I went to aquanatal whilst Mom had the children upstairs in the soft play. We then went for a carvery before Dad came over in the afternoon. Alfie’s behaviour was challenging all day so it was good to sneak off and do some chores whilst Dad kept him entertained. Grandad is Alfie’s favourite person and my one chance for a real break

On Saturday I took Alfie to Tom’s 6th birthday party at Star City bowling alley, whilst Rich and Holly went to the park to feed ducks and go on the swings. He did enjoy the party but it was a bit much for everyone – 2 solid hours of bowling with night club level music that meant you had to shout in people’s ears to be heard. Even the food was served to the kids in the bowling lanes so no break at all. I was very glad to get out LOL! We spent the afternoon in the garden – mowing, weeding, vegetable feeding and playing.

A terrible night followed, but I don’t really want to go into it in detail on here.  Suffice to say I was the most upset with Alfie (and myself for who else can one blame?) that I have been for a long time. Hopefully all resolved now, although the horrendousness of the 4 year testosterone surge in boys is certainly not an exaggeration. Every day is a challenge LOL.

A great party today for Sam’s 4th birthday at the Snow Dome. Tiny tubing on real snow. Holly was a bit unsure at first, being the youngest there, but after seeing Alfie fly down the slopes a few times she was off too! Tracey took some photos so I’ll get those up as soon as I can get hold of them Afterwards an afternoon in Tamworth Castle grounds before the hot sun turned to thunder and rain