Monday, June 25, 2012

Last Kea Moves On

Daniel had his last night at Keas tonight.  It was a bit of a rush from his Miniball Final (we came 4th) across to the Belmont Scout Den.  It was a family sharing night and everyone had to bring a plate in the theme of a bug.  We brought the Hungry Caterpillar:

There were five children moving onto Cubs.  Daniel will join William there for a term or two before he moves onto Scouts.  Here's some shots of the horseshoe farewelling them.  Thanks to Jack Hobbs and the other leaders.

  

Sunday, June 24, 2012

Adrenalin Forest, Porirua

It was Christmas, the children were opening their presents and what did they get from Aunty Andrea, Paul and Asha?  You would never have guessed it, vouchers to Adrenalin Forest.  What is this you ask ...  Here's the brochure:


We finally managed to get booked in with the Jenness Family and off we set to use our the vochers.  The parents decided to join in so everyone was in the same boat.  When we arrived the first thing we had to do was harness up.



Next was the demo and practice run where the instructor made sure we were doing it properly.  The most important thing was to make sure you were attached to the wire at ALL TIMES.  Here we are having a go:

Todd, Jack and Olivia


Aimee giving it a go.
Olivia and Jack checking out the Flying Fox clip.
Once we were "Qualified" we set off.  There were 6 levels, Dan, Aimee and Liv did the first two, I was braver and did the third, Todd, Jack, Will, Nathan, Vanessa and Nick were troopers and did Level 4.  It was very high and scarey.  William didn't complete the level as he got to the flying fox and found it too hard to clip on.  He was rescued by the operations, being absailed down about 12 metres.  I was so proud of him knowing his limits.  These are some shots we took:

Nathan, Vanessa and Nick Jenness
Todd "Swinging from the TREES".

Nathan and Jack

Todd, looking very proud of himself.
Jack

Me
William, we think about 12 metres above the ground!
Catching up with family :)
William

Jack on a skateboard heading towards Todd (and Vanessa) who is about to do a really, really long flying fox!

Vanessa, stepping out.
Jack
Jack on the longest, scariest walk across the valley.


Here is a picture of the brochure. 



 In summary of the event Olivia says ... "It was challenging, but fulfilling".  This was us chilling out at the Aotea Lagoon Park afterwards.  We were hoping for a coffee stall as a caffeine fix was in order (no luck).  I wonder what the next adventure will bring?  


Jack - He didn't have enough climbing.
Afternoon Tea

Aimee and Daniel
Thanks Aunty Andrea, Paul and Asha - I bet you're looking forward to next year's present (now that you've started something - ha! ha! ha!)

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Hockey Trials - Queens Birthday Weekend

Jack trialled for the Under 13 boys Wellington Region team.  He gave it everything he had and a cold windy Saturday.  He came home exhausted and slept for 3 hours.  Todd was proud of him, saying "He must have left it all on the field".  We were so proud of Jack being put forward to these trials.  Unfortunately he wasn't selected, but you gave it all you had.  Maybe next year :)  Great work son.

   

 

Asha and Jack

Asha hanging out with her big cousin Jack. Pizza at Aimees 10th party.

Saturday, May 26, 2012

Daniel Plays at Westpac Stadium

Daniel had his debut at Westpac Stadium tonight.  Petone U8's played Poneke as the pre-game entertainment prior to the Hurricanes talking on the Rebels

Daniel played well, even loosing at tooth in his mouth guard.  He popped the tooth into his rugby sock and carried on.  What a super star.  Todd and William were Dan's support crew, William getting to see Captain Hurricane.  Jack was away at a Scouts Leadership Course (Sandford) for the weekend and Mum and Olivia watch the game from home.  It was a great win with the Hurricanes scoring 66 points (Rebels 22ish)!


 


Saturday, May 12, 2012

Winter Sports - Jack 2012

HOCKEY

Jack has found a sport that he really enjoys

He played for Hutt Intermediate last year and has started again in Year 8.  His team is a mixture of experienced and new, Year 7 and 8, boys and girls.

 
Grandad Lye came to check him out.

Jack's coach Jay Bauman is very experienced and so patient.  He is teaching them and has high expectations.

Granny and Grandad came back again.

Here's the Smith Family.  Both Lauren and Joe play for the team.



Jack and his supporters.  Well done, we're proud of you.