Rohan on the move

Our little baby is becoming a big boy. Not wanting to hold our hand anymore, he's happy to head off on his own. Watch him go!

He's off!

To everyone who's been waiting to see Rohan take his wobbly first steps - thank you for your patience!

Ready steady go!

Rohan has taken his first steps!

Until we're able to get a good video shot of him in action, here's a preview of him gaining confidence on his feet while using his walker.

Fun with Aunty Rosie

In the Netherlands !! Day One

We are here!! It's so wonderful to be in Holland.. after 24 hours in the plane, we were warmly welcomed at Amsterdam airport by Femke & Rudy Broeren-Poldner. It's been 7 years since Shirin has seen these friends that she made during her Bahaí youth year of service with Artworks in Perth WA. Femke & Rudy live in the city of Utrecht, a 30 min drive from the capital. We wasted no time at all, heading to the centre of town. Shirin was like a broken record continually repeating "So pretty!" as you can see for yourself from these pics..

Broerens & Ludhers! Dom Tower in background.

Rudy tells us that everyone in Holland owns a bike.

Best tour guides in Holland - our mates Femke & Rudy.

Old friends re-united!!

"De Kloostertuinen" Monastry Gardens

One of the many beautiful canals that run through Utrecht city.

Cooking up a storm - Dutch style!

Enjoying Boerenkool (boo-ren-kol) a traditional Dutch meal of smoked sausage, mashed potatoe with farmer's cabbage & bacon, served with sweet apple sauce and cinnamon. YUM!

Beautiful sunrise view from Femke & Rudy's apartment.

Christmas ' 07

Rohan's first Christmas. Here with Jas & Jay.

Was lovely (as always) to see Uncle Jag, Aunty Jackie, Jas & Jay. Great to have Shirin's parents also join us. Sadly Jasmine's hubby Dan was unwell with the flu, so is missing from this pic.

Later, Rohan received a gift from Diyee Korosh

Anticipation as the gift is unwrapped...

WOW! What a great toy!
The smile says it all.