Snowdonia July Weekend

A weekend in July saw us heading off to the beautiful Snowdonia Mountain Range in our beloved VW.

We headed to Beddgelert and set up camp on a lovely camp site by the river. The boys had plenty to do playing football & other ball games. They also set up a camp of there own. We had a look around Llanberis , Bangor & Caernarfon. The boys played on the swings, paddled in the river and the camp site also had a barbecue by the river. It was a lovely evening Billy & I also had a nice bottle of chilled wine. The boys also went for a visit to the Fun Centre http://www.thefuncentre.co.uk/ The fun centre had a vertical slide which frightened me to death but of course Aaron loved it. Photo of slide on blog.

We had a lovely time over the weekend none of us wanted to come home.

Every Picture Tells A Story

We have had such a laugh this week reguarding a face on a photo on the internet. They say every picture tells a story and this picture said it all. I am unable to post the photo on our blog as I dont want to frighten any children but anyone whom would like a copy please email me

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lesley_powys@talktalk.net.

I have it saved for anyone who wants a laugh. It has caused many a laugh over the last few days with many of my friends & family. Just goes to say every picture tells a story body language also. Please take note how all our photos are happy photos we always smile. Happy Families & Happy Relationships make Happy Homes & Happy Children.

River Mersey Bike Ride

Wednesday 23rd of July took us down to the Wirral along with Fred our dog and Aaron's Nana Dot. We picked up Aaron's Great Aunt Murial then went off for fish and chips heading for New Brighton to eat them up In our beloved VW Camper Van.

Take a tour of New Brighton Via You Tube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mS2oCbtKXOc

We took Fred our dog for a run along the Red Noses Harrison Drive. Both Dog and son having a great time hiding from each other amongst the bushes and long grass.

Heading along the Mersey we stopped off at the bicycle track that runs level with the shore. Aaron had a great time riding his bicycle from Egremont to Vale Park Fred and I tagging along. There are wonderful views of ships and Liverpool from the Wallasey / Birkenhead Shore Line. As seen from the photographs.

Next stop was for a swim at the local pool Guinea Gap. I remember this pool as a child having many a great time here and at the open air baths New Brighton walking back and forth along the prom. We both had a quick swim leaving Nana & Aunt Murial enjoying the views of the River in the Camper Van. Everywhere we go the Camper draws in lots of attention this time being no exception. On our return the van had yet another admirer.

Next stop was to place flowers on the grave of Daniel, Callum & my dad Alf. Not a easy thing to do knowing both the children should be alive today enjoying life not lieing in a grave.

We then dropped off Aunt Murial before heading to Woodside to pick up my wonderful partner & Aaron's step dad Billy as he finished work. A great big smile greeted us as he turned up from Liverpool with a great big family hug to follow. We then drove to our home.

King Arthurs Labyrinth

July we took Aaron to visit King Arthurs Labyrinth. Here is a link to the web site showing the caves the site also has story's concerning king Arthur . http://www.kingarthurslabyrinth.co.uk/ . Although it rained it was a lovely day out we all had a nice time. Tea and cake in the cafe. The tour itself was magical through the waterfall by boat to the other side we were shown around the cave hearing stories from the Labyrinth. it was a very magical journey. Afterward we visited Barnmouth had some chips before heading back home.

Family Camping July 2008

July 2008 saw a few of Aarons Great Aunts & Uncles visiting for a camping trip in Llangollen. We all had a great time. Including Aaron nana Dot. It saw many laughs bringing us all to tears at times. Aaron played football with his great Aunt Carol. Was chased and harressed by his great Uncle Ron with his great Aunty Val intervening at times. All the dogs joined in as well. Billy didnt stop laughing at the jokes and sarcastic comments all the oldies were coming out with. Aaron & I had a great time we went walking and came across a magical place called the fairy glen. Here we ventured over bridges, stepping stones, through streams and through the woods. Fred our naughty dog dragged me in the mud landing on my bum. Photo of Fred above eyeing up a duck for tea. It was also nice to hear of Alan & Joan our looking for a house in the area. Also June and Bernie spend most of there time up here now. Its nice having family around us.
Were off to Norflok soon to watch my cousins perform. They are in a rock band Ronnies wife Charlotte is a fantastic singer here is a link to there web site Sayermusic http://www.sayermusic.co.uk/ . All in all it was a lovley few days. Id like to thank all of my extended family for helping me through the last few months and being there for us all.

School Sports Night & End Of Term July 2008

School sport night July 2008. Aaron did well in the races and also caused a laugh in some others especially the three legged race along with Micky. They were falling everywere and going in many directions except for the finish line. Here are some photo`s please note the girls won all 3 tug of war competions. Aaron was extremelly good at the cream craker race pictured with sam. Aaron recieved winning stickers from the teachers. It was a fun night with good entertainment.

Also end of term activities took the children to the Llangollen Eisteddfod we site link as follows

http://www.eisteddfod-ryngwladol.co.uk/ & on a adventure residential trip to Llangollen http://www.llangollen.org.uk/ . Here the children went kayaking, bmxing, climbing, mountain walking, canoeing Plus lots of other activites. Climbing down a waterfall. They all had a great time.

The school play this year was Murder at the Crumhall Hotel. Here Aaron played Dr Frankenstein http://www.frankensteinfilms.com Aaron played his part very well. He was cheered on by all of his family and friends. Billy really enjoyed the play watching his step son perform so very well. It lovely to see Aaron so happy with a wonderful father figure now in his life.

Anyway that concludes the end of term activities. Looking forward to Aaron returning to school in September now year 5. How time flies

One for the Girls Love Rats How To Spot Them

Hi to all that read my blogs just a brief note. Sorry I Havent had time to up date our blogs. Have been such a busy buzzy bee of late.
I have lots to tell and lots of photo`s to add once I have the time so keep watching in the meantime he is one for the girls.
Sent to me via email from Julie.
I think this is also on Daniel`s web site forums @@@ www.danielstrustfund.com

Spot a Love Rat Cheater -
Porfile
1. Man that like thrills fast cars and motorbikes ect?
2. Is is a Charmer?
3. Did his dad cheat learn a lot from there fathers?
4. Do his friends cheat?
5.Has he been a bad boy inv with police ect?
6.Does he flirt with the ladies?
7.Has he been unfaithful before? if you answer yes to this one beware Cheaters remain cheaters: a cheater never changes his spots. If you answer a Yes to this one look out!
8. Does he come home late or you dont no were he has been, has he beenout longer than expected?
If you have answered YES to more than one the more the answer is a YES the more the man you have landed is a love rat. What you do now with him is entirely up to you. Girls you have been warned.

This always tickles me as it reminds me of my past I could answer YES to all of those questions at one time.
Just glad the past is the past. The book is closed on that part of our lives.
I have a wonderful man and a future I can look forward too and as for my Billy the answer to every question above is NO NO NO
Billy I LOVE YOU MY TEDDY BEAR XX
Just shows how true the test is. Thanks girls for sending this in again. Lesley x