A simple message of love…

Sometimes it’s just the little things that say, “We love you!”

My kids are so cute…


…and don't they know it!

Big train, little train


When we asked Nathanael what toys he wanted to bring to play with on the bullet train, he really wanted to bring his bullet train… It’s very meta!

Nathanael’s new favorite game is “man jumps down,” ever since I showed him the man jumping from a balloon up on the edge of space…

Teaching Zach algebra


I’m sure teachers will have something to say about starting a six-year-old on algebra already… But he just loves maths!

Sea monster

Aaargh, our home has been invaded by a terrifying sea monster!

When we’ve been out walking all day, sometimes I might need a bit of help on the home stretch…

Two little dinosaurs

Two little dinosaurs snuggled up on the balcony to watch the Lantern Festival fireworks before bed!

Urgent! Ponies needed!

One fun thing about preschool in China is the very random requests sent from the teachers. This morning we got a message that we need to make ponies ready for the children to ride on Monday, made the more hilarious by the auto -translator:

In order to enrich children outdoor sports game material, could you please help me make a pony, each do a kid, on Monday. I send pictures to you, the horsehead materials can be done with children do not wear socks, horse of your choice material body, to be strong, children can play live. Thank you very much!

Those of you who can speak Chinese: your challenge is to work out what the original message was…

Zachariah came home from preschool today and told us he’s made a new friend! It’s so good, it’s just what we were hoping and asking for!