Fairy Girl

She is a wife, a mother, a nanna, a friend and a mom in law and she is loved by us all.

A proud nanna with her angels on Abigail's Christening day

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Our little angel turned 1 on the 28th of January.

There was a lot of excitement in the early hours on the 28th. Abigail got her first bicycle from daddy, okay it’s one of those BP specials but close enough:)

Soooo excited

Cheese

We opened presents, ate lots of cake and then we headed off to Moms and Babes for a little party. Abigail loves Moms and Babes, she has quite a few friends in her class and she loves to play. Her favorite is “messy play”, can’t say that is mommies favorite part of the lesson.

My first two wheeler

She takes her time opening presents, unlike her mother

Go-go's little helper

We have a DJ in the house

Yummy cake

Mmmm the cake is yummy

My party at Moms and Babes

On Saturday, we had a small birthday party for Abigail, just a few friends and family. My mom made the most awesome cake (once again) and some lovely cup cakes, there was plenty sweets, chips and cool drink.

Nanna made my birthday cake

Plenty to eat

I'm the party girl

My family (Logan was sleeping)

Daddy loved this gift!

I am only 1 years old and already I can read

The adults had a braai and relaxed while the kids ran riot. My house looked like a bomb had hit it once everyone had left:) Oh! the joys of having a party at your house.

I’m glad everyone had a good time

The post you have all been waiting for:)

I started the hypnotherapy diet approximately two weeks ago. My sister who is studying hypnotherapy asked if I would be her case study, do you think it has anything to do with the fact that I had to lose 30 kg?

I was rather nervous at first as I like to be in control and not just sometimes but all of the time. The thought of someone else controlling me, frightens me.

However, she helped me while I was studying so it was only fair that I help her.

I was instructed to lie flat on my bed with no bent or crossed knees. The ear phones were placed on my head and the CD started. Her voice was so calming, I remember thinking is this the same person cause I don’t recognise that voice. The music was so relaxing. I was convinced that she had put the incorrect CD on because it felt more like a relaxation session.

The more I listened, the more I relaxed. It felt as if my body had melted into the bed.

I asked Des to jot down a few pointers on how the hypnotherapy works, so here goes………

Hypnotherapy is a means of bringing about a deep state of relaxation and an altered state of consciousness. Essentially you are changing the way you think and react to certain situations, changing your behavioural patterns. For example, with weight loss you are changing your behavioural patterns towards unhealthy food, knowing that they are not good for you and make you put on weight, instead you become more favourable towards healthy food, drinking water and exercising. It’s a healthy way to lose weight as you are not crash dieting or trying out some new fad, but rather eating correctly and being conscious of what you are eating. I think the most important thing is that you don’t feel like you are on a diet but you are losing the kilos!

Everyone experiences hypnotherapy differently, but it is nothing to be afraid of, as Leigh-Ann said it is a relaxing and calming experience. It is the perfect opportunity to have 30 minutes of “ME TIME” in the morning or evening.

As soon as she is qualified I will market the CD through my salon. Hopefully we can start marketing in the next month or so.

I have lost a total of 14 kg, obviously some of it was baby weight. This CD has taught me to stop snacking and too limit my intake of peanut butter and bread:(

I’ve been back at work for a week and it’s been great, but I would like to have had more bookings. I understand that Jan is a slow month especially in our industry, but still a few more would have been great.

I love my salon and I take great pride in my work, I strive to do my best with every treatment. I am always open for suggestions, comments, feedback or help. I try and improve wherever and whenever I can. My salon is situated on our property so I only have to walk a few meters to work, yay – love it. It is very clean as I am a hygiene freak, it is cozy, warm and very inviting.

A few pics of “my work place”

Treatment Room

Treatment Room

Treatment Room

Cozy fire place for those nippy days

Tranquil Body Treats

Once a month I run awesome specials, in hope to gain new clients and also to say “thank you” to my regular clients. Every little saving is a big help.

I’m going to start a blog for the salon as well as for my body products and I am hoping to have it all up ad running by the end of this month. I will post about beauty tips and specials etc.

Feb Special:

book any facial

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and

receive a free classic pedicure

Free your feet from aches and pain

you save R110.00

book a full body massage

Relax - Energise - Cherish

and

receive a free classic pedicure

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you save R110.00

book the following wax combo “Hollywood and Underarm” and receive a free ” brow or lip wax” . You save R30.00

Don’t delay book now and spoil yourself – you deserve it!!!

We gave Joshua the choice to participate in two extra-mural activities outside of school. He chose “hip hop” dancing and guitar lessons.

Last night was his first Hip Hop lesson for the term.

On our way to his lesson he asked me if I thought his instructor would teach him how to spin on his head, during his first lesson. I had to laugh. He did not stop talking during our little trip to the studio, I think it was a combination of nerves and excitement.

Upon our arrival we watched the last five minutes of the Free-Style class, wow those kids can move.

Joshua was introduced to his teacher “Cuba” and to his dance mates. They all made Joshua feel so welcome, a lovely group of children. Fortunately Josh was not the only little boy in the class, but he was the only beginner. The only dance experience Joshua has is dancing in the shower or when trying to entertain us.

I sat in the “waiting room” while Joshua had his lesson, I was pleased that there was a one way mirror allowing me to watch him.

I sat watching Joshua with a lump in my throat, because I was so proud of him. He made every effort to get the few dance steps right, he fell over his own feet, fell over the other dancers feet but he continued to try. He is quite the dancer, I think he gets his rhythm from me:)

The other dancers helped him along when he struggled. I was very surprised because he was not shy, he actually loved watching himself dance in the mirror and often he would try his own little moves. During their little break he would try and copy the other dancers or his teacher. I giggled quite a lot because he still has to get the feet and arm / hand coordination right.

The class came to an end 45 minutes later and Joshua was very disappointed, he asked his teacher if he could have another lesson the next day “bless him”.

If anyone is interested in sending their children for dance lessons, I highly recommend Pulzation Dance Studio. Gia the owner is a lovely person and very, very helpful. Cuba is a fantastic teacher and the children were very friendly, helpful and supportive.

I am looking forward to next weeks lesson and I promise to try and get a photo or two.

Joshua insisted that we all tag along to his first day back at school, so mommy, daddy and the two girls went with. Thank goodness traffic was a breeze as we were running a wee bit late.

His teacher seemed rather nice or somewhat sweet. I noticed that most of the children in his class seem to be the more sensitive kids, I’m relieved because Joshua certainly does not need another strict granny shouting at him every day. His previous teacher was lovely but very much the old school type, she’s been there for years. Don’t get me wrong I really liked her and unlike some mothers I was not afraid of her BUT her voice and tone was a tad bit to “loud” for Joshua. I must say I will miss her discipline, she kept her kids in line.

We bought Joshua’s school uniform at the “only” shop that sells it, probably why it was so dam expensive. We paid R818.00 for 3 pairs of shorts, 3 shirts (which were on special) a hat and a jersey. Pepalina boutique sell the same shorts for a third of the price but they did not have his size, I will stock up for next year.

Fortunately I won’t be running off to Waltons to buy extra stationery as that is included in the school fees, they prefer to buy the “required brands” and everyone must have the same “huh”.

At 1:00 pm I’ll be off to fetch Joshua and I so hope I find an easy parking bay because I am not use to driving our new car. Barend bought us a new Mazda 5, such an easy drive but dam it is a longish car. I am not complaining cause we definitely need it with our little big family

Tomorrow I’ll be going back to work, I’m kinda looking forward to it.

I don’t have many appointments booked for this month. I’ve pretty much kept it quiet that I’m open. I’ve only really let my regulars know.

I miss the chit chat and I am looking forward to catching up with my clients.

February I’ll be back in full force. I hope to gain a lot more clients this year. I have to start working on a marketing strategy. I’m open to any suggestions my readers may have

Tonight it’s gonna be an early one cause our weekend was hectically busy, but fun!!!

Today I am exhausted!

I’m trying to stay awake while typing this post, thinking this could wait but it’s been a couple of days since my last post and I don’t like to lag behind.

I keep wondering how mommies cope with twins. I am in desperate need of sleep and not just one or two hours, a good couple of hours. Logan is pretty much on a 4 hour feed but in between that I need to care for Abigail and Joshua. I am trying my best not to neglect them.

Joshua asked me to watch Ice Age 3 with him last night, I think I made it past the first 5 minutes of the movie and fell asleep.

I am really hoping that at six weeks, Logan sleeps thru. We were very fortunate with Abigail because she slept thru from six weeks (8pm – 7am) and she still does. Hmm what are the chances of Logan doing the same:)

I feel pretty awful cause I’m not able to post often, let alone read other blogs. I try to log on to the pc at least once a day.

I would love to participate in the 365 photo challenge, but honestly I don’t have time, so for now I’ll just enjoy everyone else’s photos.

We had a wonderful New Years eve, instead of going to a restaurant we decided to have a picnic in my parents garden. Their garden is the perfect “peace haven”.

In Memory Of My Late Brother

Fountain outside my old studio

My parents and a friend of theirs  joined Barend and I. We had a lovely time. Needless to say I never made it past 9:30 pm. Read more »

When I look back on 2009 I do so with such gratitude and with a smile. I have many happy memories of 2009 but unfortunately one or two sad ones too.

My granny passed away in March 2009, she is dearly missed by all of us
My brother Aaron flew out from the UK for the funeral, although it was during a sad time, it was lovely to spend some time with him.
Barend and I became the proud parents to a little angel, Abigail on the 28 January 2009
Joshua did very well at school and graduated to grade 3, we are so proud of him Read more »