What's up doc?

Gillian loves this dummy. When I got home and Gillian showed me the photo's I couldn't stop laughing. I refer to this photo as the Naas Botha shot. 

Christina's Christening

Today was a special day because Christina was christened at St Augustine's Catholic Church (Germiston). Aunty Ilona and myself were christened and confirmed in this church, and therefore having the little one christened in the same church is special. Afterwards we celebrated by having lunch in Broadacres, Fourways. 

Life's a beach!

This was my first day at the beach. It was a bit windy but I still enjoyed the fresh sea air. We came down to the coast to meet my great grandparents. 

Hello world!

Christina is starting to sit upright and wants to put everything she can touch into her mouth. I bought her a plastic fork and spoon set which she loves to suck on. Gillian took this photo today which shows exactly what I'm talking about. She looks so cute and has a good nature. 

Pretty in pink.

Gillian bought this outfit recently and she couldn't wait to put Christina into it. The little ears on the hood look soo cute! This week Christina rolled over onto her stomach for the first time. She is also a lot more aware of objects around her. She likes grabbing things and putting them into her mouth. The problem now is that she really needs to be watched to make sure she doesn't hurt herself. 

I'm back!

It's been a longtime since the website has been updated but so much has happened in this period. Christina is more aware of her surroundings and responds with the most beautiful smiles when Gillian or myself speak to her. She has put on weight and her arms and legs are chubby. I look forward to coming home and interacting with her. I just hope she doesn't get a bad cold this winter. People think I'm a hypochondriac but I try to minimize her exposure to places where there are a large number of people and poor air circulation. I also think the fact that Gillian isn't exposed to other's with colds and flu also helps. Work is hectic but we are looking forward to going to the great grandparents to show them 'little one'. This photo is more than a month old now but it is one of my favourites. 

Winter time!

It's starting to get cold at night. We've pulled out all the winter clothes in preparation for the cold. The only problem is that all the summer clothes won't be used again because by the time summer comes around, she'll be bigger. Christina has also started to become more vocal and smiles a lot. Her little hands like to clutch things especially blankets.