Special moments

Today I am thankful for a special little interaction that I am glad I didn't miss. We were stuck at some traffic lights and all the boys were in the back of the car. Outside there was a cute little boy on the hip of his mumma. Israel (16months) took a shine to the kid and was smiling and waving to him out the window if the car. The other boy was looking back and waving also, it was so innocent, so friendly and so special to see how easily a kid can make a friend without the social barriers adults place on themselves. I wonder how many friends we never make because we feel to awkward to give a smile or a wave to someone we don't know.

Cookbooks you can count on

Today I am thankful for a great meal from 'jaimes 30 min meals' It is only a new cookbook, but I can tell it's going to be a trustworthy companion! After a great day (Melbourne cup lunch with some lovely friends) I was in a bit of a rush to prepare dinner for some friends......cue 30 minute meals, fresh, yummy food on the table quickly! Now I just have to go and convince the kids to eat thier greens..... That'll probably take another 30 mins!!!!!