Monday, 16th November 2009
On Friday 13th we laid nanny to rest at St Mary’s in Hellesdon. Although it was a sad occasion it was also wonderful to share memories of her life with friends and family who loved nanny. The celebration service was lovely; we sang nanny’s favourite songs and friends read tributes to her. The chapel was full to bursting, with possibly 400 people attending to say their own goodbyes and to support our family.
The following day we returned to St Mary’s during a rare moment of sunshine on an otherwise blustery and rain sodden day. Here are a few pictures of Nanny’s final resting place.
Flowers from Taylor, Lydia, Emily and me
Thank you for all of your kind words and support
Posted by Isaac @ 12:02 PM
Saturday, 31st October 2009
On Friday 30th October 2009 my Nanny lost her struggle against cancer. She died in hospital with Grandad and all of her children beside her. Nanny is now with Jesus enjoying her new heavenly body. We all miss you so much Nanny. Thank you for all the fun times we had together.
Love Isaac and Emily
Marjorie Ellen Cate 26.01.1940 – 30.10.2009
Posted by Isaac @ 6:18 PM
Wednesday, 16th September 2009
A proud mum on my first day at school
What a summer it’s been. Busy busy busy. In many ways I’m glad it’s over so that I can get on and concentrate on my studies. Yes, I’ve started school. Who’d have believed that the little lad eating the icecream on the first entry of the bathtime blog would now be embarking on a scholastic journey that will take me to the very top (of something).
"Here's looking at you kid"
Of course I’m not the only one around here who’s been growing up fast. My little sister Emily is not quite so little now. At 7 months old she’s establishing herself well in the family and it has to be admitted she is even more cute and cuddly than me.
"Can I help you?"
"cute and cuddly boys, cute and cuddly"
Mum and Dad have been very busy over the summer holidays as well. Mum, with the help of a few others organised the Gt Witchingham Village Hall fete which was great fun. It helped to raise lots of money and brought the community together. Dad came 3rd in the Marrow competition.
Village Hall Fete
Norman and Liz
Mummy and Becky, fete organisers
Marrow in the Barrow, 3rd prize
But Dad’s been obsessed with something else throughout the summer, since the Spring in fact when he decided to have a go at building a wall, yes, a wall, my Dad. Not just any old wall, but a wall to make Hadrian think twice about starting. Well, I thought I was determined but no more so than Dad who brick by brick, block by block, stone by stone has nearly finished the thing (in about the same time it took the Chinese to build their wall).
Still, he looks rather proud of his accomplishment. Bless him. Go on, indulge yourself Dad.
Don't lean back too hard Dad
"Did you actually use that spirit level Dad?"
So, that was our summer folk. Until next time, adios
Posted by Isaac @ 3:10 PM
Thursday, 16th April 2009
40 years ago my Gran and Grandad got married. Here they are just moments after completing the deed. Didn’t they look happy?
Where has the time gone?
On March 6th we had a party to celebrate their ruby wedding anniversary and all the family and a few friends gathered together to remember those 40 years. We played lots of games most of which involved reminiscing about the past.
There were loads of funny photographs on display and you had to think of a witty caption to go with it.
Here is just one of the pictures to give you a flavour
"This is all very nice but did anyone bring the key?"
Incidentally, we were also celebrating Gran’s **th birthday – so a great excuse to stick a balloon or two on my head. I don’t know what happened to the other 58 balloons? Whoops, sorry Gran.
It was also the first opportunity for Emily to meet many of my friends. Nic and Jon will be particularly jealous that Marlene got to have a cuddle with her before they did. Sorry! Marlene was rubbing her hands with glee.
Opportunist
If it’s any consolation Nic, Emily threw up shortly afterwards – though I suspect because she got rather greedy with her milk than for any other reason.
We all had a lovely time and send our congratulations on a wonderful achievement.
Love Isaac
Posted by Daddy @ 9:30 PM
Wednesday, 11th February 2009
Yesterday, whilst I was busy playing at Montessori my Mummy gave birth to a little baby. Now those of you who know me well will be aware that I desperately wanted a little sister. A boy simply wasn’t an option. I sensed it would be a girl from the moment Mummy and Daddy told me about the imminent arrival and hey presto, just as I thought, I have a lovely sister.
Would you like to meet her?
Would yer?
Would yer?
OK. Introducing Emily Rose Cate, born at 12.12 on Tuesday 10th February. Weighing in at 7lb and 4oz.
Click the pictures to make them bigger!
Emily
As you’d expect Daddy had to get in on the action so got into his scrubs ready to deliver the baby. He was most disappointed when they said he wouldn’t be required on this occasion.
Scrubbed up nicely
Emily was quickly introduced to Mummy and I think that they were very pleased to meet each other
Bonding moment
I popped over a little later after nursery very excited to meet my sister. Fortunately the bed was big enough for all of us so I squeezed in beside my girls.
Me and my girls
Full House
Gran and Grandad took me to meet Emily. Gran was just a little excited to meet her latest Granddaughter.
"Give her to me David"
It wasn’t long before Emily was having to endure Grandad’s stories about G4 vans breaking down and empty cash machines.
Yawn, yawn, yawn, yawn, yawn
Just you wait until he starts telling jokes Emily
Posted by Isaac @ 9:46 AM
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