Last weekend we decided to do something different for once. Weekends are family weekends. It is the only time we actually get some quality time together because the week is just so busy with work. Then you are straight into making dinners. I don’t schedule our weekends. It’s whatever happens, happens.
On Friday I thought the weather is going to stop us from going for a walk in the woods on Saturday. It was dark, dull, windy and it was raining the whole day. Saturday morning wasn’t any different to be honest. Thankfully it brightened up a bit in the afternoon. It was still cloudy but at least it wasn’t raining. In Ireland you can’t wait for the sun to appear. Go out when it stops raining and hope for the best that it stays like that for an hour or two.
We always go for walks in the park with the two buggies or go into town. Now that Matthew is four, I kind of want him to get away from being in the buggy a lot. We decided to go to Hazelwood.
Hazelwood is a special place for us. It’s a place hubby and I went on our first date almost eight years ago. It is actually a funny story. I won’t bore you about it now though. I might do a seperate post next time how me and hubby met.
So we parked the car and went down to the lake first to see the ducks. We didn’t take some bread unfortunately. Next time I will remember. Matthew was chasing the ducks more than anything else. Generally there are swans, too but on Saturday there were non for some reason. Then again I find swans can be dangerous, especially when you are out with the kids, so better they are staying away.
Off we went on a long walk through the woods. Matthew was fascinated by the tree trunks. He just couldn’t get his head around that there was no tree anymore but just a trunk left. While on the walk we stopped at the lake multiple times to have a look at the view, climbing up a hill or making a pit stop at a bench. I can definitely see that Matthew has grown up a lot. The last time we went to Hazelwood, Matthew got tired and wanted to be carried after walking just 10 minutes or so. This time he walked it all by himself and didn’t complain once. That makes walks way more enjoyable because at nearly 17kg he is just too heavy. He is breaking our backs.
We ended our walk with a family photo on “our bench”. It is the bench I laid my head on hubby’s shoulder to show him I fancy him nearly eight years ago. It might sound cheesy but it’s true. This bench will be in our memories forever. I won’t spoil it but you will see our family photo on Friday in the next Me and Mine project. So be patient… two more days.
What lovely photos Janine. Your little ones are getting so big. I love the views they are beautiful and so much colour. Beautiful memories for you and your family. Nothing beats a lovely walk. xx
You can’t beat a stroll through the woods for some quality family time together and it’s great to get out in the fresh air every once in a while. Sounds like you all had a lovely time xx
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I love the way it’s so quiet but yet you can explore so much.
Aaaw what a lovely afternoon – we love our local woods as there’s so much to do with the kids there xx
I love a nice walk around the woods and we try to do it as much as possible. Hopefully we can still do it lots when baby arrives too.
Awww such a cute little one. What a lovely day out together in the woods. i love how you ended it too! Can’t wait to see the picture. Its so lovely going for walks down memory lane. xx
What a beautiful place. We love to get out and about at the weekend. It is important not to be cooped up but go outside and get some fresh air. We love to go exploring with the kids too. It is lovely that this place is so special to you and that you can take your kids there. Hugs Mrs H xxxx
What a lovely place! We also try to go out for walks at the weekend and spend time together, whatever the weather. My husband and son, in particular, are the champions of staying outdoors even if it rains, while myself and my daughter are ‘slightly’ less enthusiastic… we oblige though and we never regret it
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It’s great to get out isn’t it. Definitely good to get fresh air. The kids get cabin fever so easily.
We’re the same.
Weekends is our only time together properly so we always try and make the most of it. Love that you guys went on a woodland adventure.
We have something similar near us and I think we’re due to pay it a visit.
Thanks for sharing hun, Lovely post – who doesnt love a bit of cheese 😉 so cute
Charlotte x
Looks likeaich a lovely place I like that its somewhere that is special for u.