Owens School

Owen is enjoying school. We do have to go through 2 of the busiest roundabouts in Doha to get there, one of which is manned by police. But once we get to school Owen enjoys riding on the tricycles and Erin interacts with the little girls and loves going on the slide. Afternoons are busy with activities on 4 of the afternoons - Playball, Aspire Zone Childrens Programme x 2, a playdate with one of Owens friends. Owen does get tired and sometimes nods off in the car or on the bean bag. Erin doesnt enjoy the school run too much but I ply her with food and various toys and she manages. But by the time we get home she is ready to run around and I am ready for a cuppa tea!

Bringing the outdoors indoors

During the unbearable summer the playhouse has been stored in front of the car in the garage. But since we have been back in Doha Owen has asked me every time I have parked the car if he can play in the house. Brendon and Owen hosed it down and when it was dry it found a new space in our lounge. What a hit it has been. Owen is getting a little tall for it but loves being inside cooking up strawberries, pear and tea. Erin loves to climb in and out of the windows and opening and closing the door.

My Diva Friends

The friendships that I have fostered here in Qatar have been priceless. I will miss the ones that go and cherish the ones that stay ...............

Friend Reunite

Not long after we arrived back in Doha there was a spontaneous get together involving food, a swimming pool and good company. Owen and Erin had a later night than usual but enjoyed swimming after dark and eating pizza by the pool. The party then moved back to our villa where the freezer was stocked with yummy Baskin Robins ice-cream. A fun time was had by all.