Magnus

The weekend of my dad's wedding we stayed with my sister, Audrey's Aunty Kate. I'm a shockingly bad sister, and so this was the first time we'd visited her at her place. We had such a wonderful time, and Kate went out of her way to make us feel welcome and at home there - no easy task, with a toddler who can get into alcohol cabinets, delicate glass ornaments, balconies and glass coffee tables!

We enjoyed spending time in the garden, and we went out to see a local river side festival in the warm Sunday sunshine. Audrey was in her element.

She fell asleep at the festival, and Ian and I took turns carrying her sweet little sleeping self back to the flat. There's something about how absolutely vulnerable and trusting she seems when she's asleep in your arms, I could hold her and watch her sleeping all day. Even if she is getting a bit heavy!

We tried to make the transition to sleeping in a strange place as easy as possible for the little lady, by bringing lots of familiar objects and trying our best to stick to her routine. She was still pretty unsettled at night by the change in surroundings, but it was easier than it could have been for sure.

Seeing family with her is always amazing. It's strange to see such a blending of my own childhood and hers.

The weekend was full of good company, and really good food! Audrey got to try all sorts of yummy things, like croissant.

And to spend time with some of the most important people we know.

Plus she got to hang out on Aunty Kate's cool balcony.

Thanks for being such a great sister, aunty and all round awesome person, Nodule!