Chair from Skeidar or IKEA?

For almost three years we've been looking for a chair to have in our livingroom. The main purpose of the chair is to sit and read books in it. It also needs to be a chair that friends and family can use when they visit. We've been looking all over the place. Every time we've been to a furniture shop, we've tried every chair in the shop. 

A few months ago we found this one in Skeidar, and pretty much settled on it. The only problem was the price. It's not overly expensive, but we decided to wait for a bit. We've also been to IKEA numerous times to see if they've got anything nice. Today we went there again, and found this one, and decided within two minutes to buy it. It is comfy to sit in, and a third of the price of the chair in Skeidar. 

We've now got a nice chair to read books in. We just need to find some time to read them now...

Stonz, pretty genious!

As kids are not supposed to wear shoes before they learn to walk, it can be hard to find something to put on their feet whilst being outside. Stonz was our saviour! Specially since we carry Theo on our front/back a fair bit. He need something to keep his feet warm in winter cold Norway. They are fairly waterproof too, so there's no problem with kids walking on snow with them. 

A huge thanx to the people who suggested buying Stonz. Although Theo has learnt to walk now, we still use them as they're lovely and warm. They're like a small bag you put on your babie's feet, and tighten with straps. 

Have a look at http://www.stonz.no to see what they look like. They are made in Canada, and a lot of people use them in Norway.

Kids winter boots

Just over a month ago we bought Theo some winter boots. They were called GT Tex MIKI. For a month we were really happy with the shoes, until Theo decided that he wanted to walk on snow. The shoes worked like ice skates, and he could not stand up on the snow at all! I went back to the shop and complained, cos when shoes can't be used as shoes, you kinda don't have any need for them. The woman behind the counter said "that's just what they're like" and offered me a discount on another pair on top of obviously having to keep the shoes that didn't work! I didn't agree with this, so in the end she said she could call head office the next day. Torkjel went in to see how that went the day after, and without a word she gave him his money back.

A couple of days later I went to a shop and bought him a new pair for 129 kroner. The first pair cost 499 kroner, so had a big saving. And the new shoes are really good, and he can walk on snow with them too :)

My question is, do you agree that when yo pay 499 kroner for a pair of baby winter boots, you should expect your kid to be able to stand up with them?

New era...

Hmm... well it's a long time since I last posted anything on here. Maybe I should try to start blogging again?

Tommorrow a new era starts for us. Theo is having his first day at the childminders. I'm happy that we've got somewhere for him to go, at the same time as I really want one of us to look after him! I know it'll be worst for me though, and he'll probably love it! He is going to be with one other girl his same age all the time, and they're also going to visit the open nursery (playgroup) every day.

He's now a year old, walking around and also started to talk. He's very cute when he's walking around here. He also shows his temper every now and then, and is good at telling us what he wants and what he doesn't want.

Today has been a good day. The weather has been gorgeous, and we've been for a walk to Sandbakken. Our "local" forrest cafe. Felt like the rest of Oslo was there too, and it was packed with people outside. Eating waffles, skiing, sledging and generally enjoying the lovely day outside. Theo has decided that walking on snow is a bit too strange, so he ends up standing in one place watching what's going on around him until he sits down. I bet he wonders what all that strange white stuff is.

Almost summer

I've just realised how quick the time goes. In a week Theo is four months old which is pretty mad! Can't believe it's that long since he was born.

The weather has been a lot nicer recently, and I've spent a lot of time outside going for walks, a couple of bbq's, picnic and generally enjoying the sun. Hoping it carries on like that, and that we get a nice summer.

The last couple of weekends was spent at Torkjel's parents cabin in Strømstad, and 17th May was spent in Lillehammer with my parents. Both weekends were really good. I even managed to use my national dress (bunad) this year, as it sort of fitted.

We are planning Theo's naming day party these days, and are looking forward to 26 friends and family all gathering on 13th June. Should be a good day, and we're obviously hoping for sun!

Babyswimming

We've taken Theo to babyswimming five times now, and he absolutely loves it! It's quite interesting to see how the little ones react when we duck them under water, and they smile when they come back up again. Theo is a bit like a wind up toy when we put him on his back. His legs go mad, and he tries to swim. Good boy!

During the last month we've been on Easter holiday to Stockholm which was great. Went to see the Vasa museum and spent a lot of time walking around the city which was good. We were lucky and had really good weather. Looking forward to proper summer weather now. We've had a bit of a taste during the last week or so, with sunny weather.

A few months later...

Well, here we go again. It's taken me some time to get back into blogging. My last blogpost was before my life seemed to take a big turn - with a little one added to our small family. We're now three people, having welcomed little Theo into our lives on the 28th January. He's a gorgeous little boy who's now two months old. My life these days consists of looking after Theo, going for walks, and generally meeting friends etc.

I do enjoy life as a mum, and don't really miss work for the time being. I will try to start blogging again, now things are becoming a routine.