RIP

R.I.P. beautiful beautiful Elizabeth Taylor

She seemed to be one of those people that would be around forever.

Sadly, not so.

Shine on you beautiful diamond

Taylor "leaves a monumental legacy that has improved and extended millions of lives and will enrich countless more for generations to come," said the American Foundation for AIDS Research (amfAR). Taylor was the group's founding international chairwoman.

quote from ninemsn

I've been wanting a push bike for some time now.

 A cruiser, a bike without gears, 

like the kind that kids ride. 

Being as clumsy as I am though that bike hasn't been that high on my wish list.

Until now.

This helmet is now high on my wish list, right next to that bike.

point & shoot: A place where nobody dared to go

Crazy busy looking for some cheap rollerskates on ebay 

as a result of seeing Xanadu The Musical on Saturday.

It wasn't quite what I expected, but was pretty FABULOUS regardless.

I couldn't resist adding the toilet sign for this weeks point and shoot,

although it's NO WHERE near as exciting as Chantelle's post!!

Poor Suri

So I think the scrutiny that surrounds pretty much everything that Suri Cruise does is a little unfair

BUT

when I saw this on Kidspot I couldn't keep it to myself.

Me thinks Daddy Cruise needs to find a new hiding spot.

mmmm

Looking for an excuse, any excuse other than just "Hey it's Thursday" to make 

this CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER MOUSSE TART from crustabakes.

C'mon someone get a promotion or knocked up so I can make this for you 

(to share with me!!!!!).

There was a little girl that had a little curl,

you know the rest......

If anyone has ANY tips on getting a toddler to eat something other than fruit for breakfast please feel free to share.

(oh, and I should add she's never ever horrid but sometimes FAAARRRRKKKK!!!!)

Point and Shoot: Da DA Da DAaaaa

For point and shoot this week I wanted to share this beautiful union I witnessed on Saturday.

I really could use every cliche in the book for these guys, but honestly they really were made for each. They totally adore each other and you could hear the collective sigh as they sat down before their vows and he took her arm and kissed her hand as they were whispering into each others ears. 

Definitely a case of the princess marrying her Prince Charming.

I managed to steal the bride away from her dotting husband for more than three seconds, just.

And you couldn't wipe that smile of her face, as despite a small hiccup in the morning everything had gone to plan.

Sometimes fairytales do come true.

Pick A Day

So today is Pancake Tuesday, officially known as Shrove Tuesday, and also International Women's Day. I was up too late to make pancakes and today was a work day so that was out.
I choose to celebrate International Women's Day instead, which involved my sis and I both wagging work and going on a date. How's that for liberating. 


We had both had a tough couple of days and Sadie would have been with her nanny and poppy regardless so there was no time like the present!


Watched: No Strings Attached - cute, didn't require too much concentration - perfect

I gotta say i doubt there will be a time that he'll be borrowing Natalie Portman's Oscar duster, but all the same Ashton Kutcher is pretty adorable


Ate: Rice Paper Rolls - I really have to start making these at home, I'm sure they're much easier than sushi. I vow here and now that I will make these at home in the next week!


Brought: MAC Viva Glam Gaga 2 Lipglass  100% of my purchase going to the MAC AIDS fund so that is surely a guilt free purchase and my contribution to the movement.

Realised: That I probably spend the same amount of money that i probably would have earned had I gone to work, but you know what, SHIT HAPPENS xoxo

So lovely people I wish you a happy International Women's Day and if you didn't get the chance to do it today, take the time to celebrate tomorrow. Hey why don't you even pull a sickie and treat yourself to a day out. And if you get stuck tell 'em you did it on Dr. Bel's orders!

Just Breathe

Yes I understand that every life must end, 

As we sit alone, I know someday we must go,

I'm a lucky man to count on both hands

The ones I love.....

Some folks just have one, 

Others they have none,,,

Stay with me,.. 
Let’s just breathe. 

(lyrics- Eddie Vedder sentiment - me}

Happy Birthday mofo. 

Miss you as much today, as yesterday and tomorrow.

Point and shoot

Back for some point and shoot action

After a week of restless nights and an ear infection, Nutella Sprinkle pancakes were definitely called for on Saturday morning.

And after spending most of the week indoors, we were loving the light of the Autumn sun.

A letter to Katy

Dear Katy,


I promise I am not trying to steal your husband, but he has visited me while I've been sleeping. Twice now! Surely if I have no control of what goes on in my head it can't be classed as cheating, so please don't come after me to pull my hair.
Sure I do fancy him, but I think you guys are cute together and well let's face it I'm already taken.
Just to show there's no hard feelings I'd love a couple of tickets to your show because I like you too, just not in that way and you know what you're more than welcome to visit Phil in slumber land I won't mind.


Thanks, 
Love B xx




P.S. Russell if you're reading this, come back anytime xoxo

The amazing Alexandrena

Some time ago I mentioned that we booked the amazing Alexandrena Parker to take some photos of our girls. I wasn't able to share the photos at the time because they were Christmas presents. 

All presents have now been given and I wanted to share some of her awesomeness. It was hard to pick just a couple to share here, let alone pick the ones we chose to enlarge for our parents. I think you'll understand why.

 

How awesome are they!!! 

Check out www.alexandrenaparker.com/ for more of her dreaminess.

Point & shoot & shoot & shoot & shoot

This weeks point and shoot is jam packed with shots from the Yarraville Arts Festival

So much fun with lots of our favourite things.

Lots of dogs -  I wish I'd got some pics from the dog fashion parade but I spent most of it holding Sadie above my head so she could see. 

There was a whippet dressed as Katy Perry from the California Girls video clip.

 Hilarious

Face painting - check out how good Sadie's face is, we could hardly walk a few steps without comments. 4 bucks well spent!

Balloons - apologies to anyone around Maribrynong that found stray balloons in their yard.

Yarraville Market - Again filled with so many creative types that not only inspire me but leave me with empty pockets!

Music - the kids were dancing in the street and bopping around. Thankfully the weather was amazing so the vibe was awesome.

Gozleme, sweet corn, hot chips and ice cream YUM

and a very handsome fireman topped off a fun day

Although I'm not sure how happy I am about my 2 year old thinking she can run off with a fireman, no matter how handsome he is...

Moving to Yarraville was such a great idea. There is always something to do and I'm so happy that Sadie gets to grow up in such a great community.

Splitsville

It's a sad fact that the majority of celebrity weddings lead to celebrity divorces, but sometimes you think (well I think) this looks like the real deal.


Just like when Reese and Ryan split I was a little sad when I read that Ashlee Simpson has just filed for divorce. I liked these two together.

Oh well....

Guilty Pleasures

How good is this season of Gossip Girl!!!

and just because...

Point & Shoot : Cheap thrills

The fool who coined the term money can't buy happiness  obviously never had spare change and a two year old?

FYI - Bullseye enjoyed the ride too!

Haven't played Point & Shoot in while. Lovin having my computer back!!

Hope your Mondays a good one xoxo

Does birth-day = special day?

And just like that another birthday come and gone.

While my birthday was spent with my nearest and dearest it lacked a bit of magic. 

Is there a certain point (age) where you're supposed to stop being excited about your birthday?

I think I am in the midst of a mid thirties crisis. 

What do I want to do/be when I grew up probably should have been 

answered quite a few years ago but I still ask myself everyday.

I think there is a change coming in the wind for me this year. 

I can almost feel my way of looking at things is changing. 

So in saying that instead of complaining about the lack of magic, I'm going to tell you that I spent my day with loved ones,some time out at the hairdressers, a delicious dinner and some ace presents which included

FINALLY!!!!

How good are the backgrounds of these photos, I was obviously oblivious to the bunny ears I was getting before I blew out my candles and Sadie loves photobooth so much, she is happy to sit in front of the computer and talk to herself for ages. Fun fun