Each and every moment

This morning Martin and I got breakfast in bed. We did not ask, bribe or request this very thoughtful gesture from our older 2 children. It happened and took us by surprise.

Isabelle came in with a piece of toast with jam on single bread plates for each of us. Then came back and asked if we would like some fruit salad as well. I think Dylan assisted in the process but I am so sure the idea was Isabelle’s

I have never had a 7 year old in the house before but I have to say that I am loving it. I am loving having older children in the house (except their fighting ! I am determined to do some research on how to deal with this). But otherwise, it is great!.

She seems to be going through a “why” stage at the moment. She doesn’t just say “why” like a 2-3 year old. She actually will ask specific questions about specific issues. I do try and answer her questions and do enjoy talking to her and having conversations.

I am trying to get organised enough so I can spend quality time with Isabelle. I’d really like to let her do her own recipe book.

Both my parents are good cooks. My dad a sushi chef and my mum a professional cake maker when I was younger. But I have no recipes passed on to me. I have recently tried to cook a little more so have a few recipes I can pass onto her already.

I would love for her to have something she can remember me by one day.