Row row row your boat

Mini loves a little row row row your boat. It's one of her favourite songs, especially when Annabel vigorously hurls her back and forth with mini sitting astride her stomach. However thanks to Ian and Natalie She got to ride on her very first real boat all the way to the island of formentera. Kitted out in her sunflower print sundress and knickerbockers from Makie, she had the best fun running around the top deck, flying at top speed over the sun mattresses, trying desperately not to fall over - and doing rather well I might add. Maybe it's just her low centre of gravity but Mini definitely has sea-fairing legs. Phin wearing his Splendid boating blues and best bud Ava loved sitting in captain Sam's seat and bossing everyone around.
The day was finished off back at Natalies with fish fingers and lots of bouncing on their trampoline.

Sir Phineas McPhin

Phins papow (grandfather) and tante Poppy were busy in Blue Peter mode constructing a sword (complete with jewel encrusted base) and shield ready for Phins many marches and crusades against the nettles. Who had more fun?

Trolly Dolly

Mini at ten months is speeding ahead in the walking game. Here our very own trolley dolly is practicing on her own and below is a video of a few tentative steps. Her painted wooden cart came courtesy of Phin who received it from his godmummy Daisy and is now coming in for its second use.

Today Mini is sporting a jumpsuit from Bonton, that unbelievably just about fits her. She wore it last summer, but the adjustable ties have meant its lasted through til now. I love the Indian style print and the quirky mix of colours including orange, pea green and teal. Phin is also giving his outfit a run for its money. A third year on the go, this red and white striped t and matching soft cotton short combo from American t-shirt label Splendid is sumptuously soft and is still in great condition. We've put it with his new Bonton red cardigan and white Surperga trainers for a vibrant spring look