February 2008

We went to Lake Tekapo recently for a long weekend - definitely a place to visit again in winter with their new open air skating rink and thermal pools. It was rather different being on holiday with a baby but we still managed to relax together and get some good walks in. The town has developed quite a bit since we were there last, with lots of new accommodation etc. Hopefully it doesn't become too Queenstown-esque.

This photo is taken on the shore of Lake Linden where we took a day trip with Mike and Carley and other friends on Waitangi Day. Reuben got some wake-boarding in (and complained about his back for a few days after - we must be getting OLD!) and we enjoyed spending time relaxing with everyone. We did work out that babies don't really like wind though!


Bubs is now three months old and is getting much more interactive. We are excited by all the developmental things he is doing - even lifting his head (when lying on his tummy) or holding on to a rattle becomes a thrilling event after dealing with a newborn who doesn't do much for himself!! It's funny watching him working out the whole mirror thing too - we're not sure if he realises it's a reflection or not, but it intrigues him anyway, especially at bath time with the bathroom mirror right next to where daddy stands. It's amazing what they have to learn, and the time it takes them to work things out for themselves seems to go both very fast and very slow!

Christmas break in Akaroa

We joined the Bouman clan for a short break in Akaroa after Christmas. A visit to the Giant's House (with extensive mosaic garden) was well worth while and lived up to expectations - we'd been meaning to go there for a few years! For those who have visited Barcelona, apparently her work is partially inspired by Gaudi but, as you will see, has a definite kiwi touch :)

Also, some more photos of the little one because we just can't help ourselves! He's now hit the 6kg mark at 8 weeks (no wonder, says the breastfeeding mother!) and is smiling and cooing away which is a delight to behold.

Growing Up and Going Out

David has been growing noticably, both to look at, and to pick up - 5.4 kg (12 lb) now.

Here's a few pictures

Happy mother and child


Stretching after a feed - how satisfying!

The Boumans at Vic's Cafe

The Wilsons at Trattorie

David is also starting to smile, but haven't caught that on camara.

More Photos for David's Adoring Fans

From his adoring Parents:


Chilling out when out and about


Posing after bath time

Sleeping on Daddy

More photos from the proud parents

Satisfied little boy


Granddad and David


Oma and Grandson. Asleep after first outing in the car.


Holding Mum's thumb

David's first days at home

Tired David going to sleep

Wide awake at playtime:

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Beautiful feet!

First walk around the neighbourhood - great way to go to sleep

First bath -very relaxing

...and then there were three

The lastest little Bouman is out! David Willem Bouman arrived on 11 November at 8:33pm weighing 3.9 kg (or 8lb 9oz). And what we all want to see ... the photos:

Queenstown get-away

We recently spent a very relaxing long weekend in Queenstown - had a great view from our hotel room looking out over the lake and on to the Remarkables. The flight down was spectacular - looking out over the mountains and lakes of the central South Island and certainly a lot quicker than the 7 hour drive! We managed to spend a lot of time doing not very much, apart from eating at regular intervals throughout the day and enjoying the stunning scenery.

It was still very cold in Queenstown, so we were delighted to return to spring in full bloom in Christchurch - truly the Garden City at this time of year...

30 weeks photo

30 weeks pregnant today! Here's a photo of the ever-expanding bump for those who are interested... we're slowly collecting everything for the 'nursery' and have survived our first antenatal class (but have THE video next week to look forward to!). It feels like this baby has been coming for a while now, but still 10 more weeks or so to go.

Bebe bump

We recently went to a charity ball (through Reuben's work)... Thought some of you might like to see the bebe bump! And what a handsome father-to-be! :)

Bun in the Oven

Hi everyone, just in case Katie's rapidly expanding belly hasn't already given it away, we are very excited to announce that we are having a baby! Baby Bouman is due in early November, and is already making it's presence known with boisterous kicking and elbowing-action...

Below is the most recent pictorial evidence of our wee one (for those who are scan-novices, baby is lying on its back - look for the (oh-so-cute) button nose on the right for a 'landmark'!). Feet and other crucial bits and pieces are not in the picture - despite some suggestions otherwise - and we're resisting the urge to find out if baby is a boy or girl, so will wait patiently (or otherwise) for all to be revealed in November :)

Weekend in Akaroa with homegroup

We spent a great weekend recently with homegroup in Akaroa.
Lots of relaxing and eating done!


Us with Anne, Matt, Drew, Vania, Rose, and Blase.

And for the record: Vegemite wins over marmite every time... :)

Easter at the Sounds

We joined Reuben's parents for a very relaxing sun-soaked Easter break at Duncan Bay, Tennyson Inlet in the Marlborough Sounds. We sense this was our last fling with summer before the cold sets in... Plenty of bush walks and compulsory holiday-feasting (including a celebratory gorge of chocolate easter eggs for Reuben after giving up chocolate for lent this year).