Spring is here!

We've taken Ziggy for his first outing to the beach. At first he wasn't to sure what to do on the lead but he soon got the hang of it. We all had a go at taking the lead so he gets used to different people walking him and George did really well at handling him. He loved meeting all the other dogs, although he was a bit over excited by it all! After our walk along the promenade we stopped at a little cafe for a cup of tea and some cake. Ziggy was obviously all tired out, as he fell asleep in a flower pot!

We've been to a family friends house and met their Lambs. George was really excited by this- he loves all animals and would like to be a vet when he grows up. He says he wants to be a normal vet first and then be a safari park vet, just like the ones on the TV show 'Animal Park' which is filmed at Longleat Safari Park

Back at home we have been out in the garden playing with Ziggy and drawing with outdoor crayons. George did a lot of large scale mark making and on his instruction, I had a go with the crayons too. They were a Christmas gift and this was the first time it has been warm enough to open them up and they them out. They were great fun, we both really enjoyed playing with them

We've been out for a few walks with Ziggy when the sun has been shining. We jumped in the car and headed over to Amma and Pop Pop's house (my parents) and set off for a stroll round the countryside. Once we ate off the road, George has been having a go at handling Ziggy. He done really well and is being really patient with him. One particular walk, George collected various 'treasures' and some flowers for Amma! George has a real thing about stones- he loves to collect them and bring them home to put in our garden or in his room.... Perhaps rather than a Vet, he'll actually be a Geologist!

We've also been on a walk near Grandma and Grandad's house with Ruby (George's Cousin) and Uncle Peter. Along the way, George and Ruby used large sticks as horses and swords whilst using their imaginations in various role play scenarios. We also discovered the most amazing wood at the top the field opposite their house! It will be perfect for den building, bug hunting, bird watching, treasure collecting, picnic eating and exploring.... George and I can't wait to check it out!