Nanna came to visit today.

Nathan's got a new game. We sing to him "Nathan nathan can you ......", being smile, run, clap etc. The lad loves it. Today, while playing this game, we taught him what kneeling was, and he also kisses on command, although his mouth is wide open as he's giggling so much.

We went to the Thatchers with neighbours and then went for a quick shop in Woodley town centre. Nathan was buzzing once more.

We've been sent some holiday brochures and while looking through them we spotted a picture of the Seaton trams, which we rode on last year. Nathan recognised the picture and started talking about holidays. He definitely remembers.

Today we went to Syon Park with Grandpa. First we visited The Aquatic Experence with lizards, frogs, fish (including pirhanas), crocodiles, parrots, a cat and a dog. Nathan enjoyed it all, but especially the gift shop.

Then we went on to Snakes and Ladders, also at Syon Park. We've been before but now the lad's walking.

Nathan had a really great time. We spent three hours there and the lad got really adventurous, going into the smaller playframes all by himself, and not becoming fazed when other kids were in the way.

We had a great day, and Nathan ate a lot as well, always a bonus.

We went to Hickory Dickory Dock again today. Nathan really loves this class. He's rapt most of the way through.

Then we went into town. The lad would have liked to run about more. Maybe we'll use the buggy as a backup, rather than his main means of transport.

We went to Silverdale Road toddler group today where the lad stuck close to his dad. Immediately afterwards we went to see the doctor on a follow-up visit.

Nathan's cough is still there and so we've been prescribed another dose of erythromycin.