A visit to Robin Hood country

Last week we had a little holiday in Sherwood Forest, at this small holiday park (not Centre Parcs). It was a bit of last minute booking. We thought we should take advantage of the week between the end of resit exams and the start of term. G won't be able to take any more holiday till Christmas now. Despite the cold weather we had a really nice time. The cabin wasn't the most luxurious, but it was fine for what we wanted and had central heating, which we definitely needed. The park also had a little pool, a play area and some animals (sheep, chickens, rabbits etc.).

We had a day in Lincoln, visiting the cathedral and castle, a visit to Sherwood Forest visitors centre and the Major Oak, and a trip to a Sherwood Forest Farm Park which Jacob loved.

We also went round Rufford Abbey, which was a short walk from where we were staying. All in all a fun holiday. It all reminded me of various school trips and childhood family visits as it was an easy distance from my parents house.

On the way back north we stopped at my parents for a couple of nights and Jacob got to have his birthday all over again. He's really getting into the presents now, getting excited when he sees them. He's still not sure whether he's allowed to rip the paper off or not.

I love my Duplo!

Jacob's 1st Birthday

The last year has felt like both the longest and shortest of my life. We now have a little boy who walks and talks (sort of) and is generally happy and good fun. We love him to bits. Yesterday was Jacob's birthday. Here he is ready for his party, which was lots of fun.

And playing with his new duplo.