My mate Lee @ his costume shop in Manchester.

In my house, we do story time differently. Firstly I make a story up, which always contains Ryan, Sam and Joe (and paula / me most of the time) - then afterwards, they get to make one up and tell it. I dont know if its good for them in any way, but it sure is fun and the results can make you feel so happy as they say the most wonderful things! If you'd like to see a very cute snip of sam midway through telling me his bedtime story, then click here. (Requires quicktime)

Edit: Oh and seeing as I'm posting video - you may as well have a laugh at these two - they crack me up each time I see them - joe is such a spaz at times!

Joe spaz video 1
Joe spaz video 2

The sky was amazing tonight - even joseph commented on how pretty it looked.

Wide shot of the living room...

We fired the BBq up again this evening and ate like kings and Queens... Several hours later, and I'm still stuffed !

Went to visit Pat Wynn today - not seen him for a while.

I want these guys to come and paint 'The Ironing Shop' shutters... I think they are so talented.

Found out today that the number plate I have on my car is in fact illegal. The transfer never took place as the retention document had expired when I got it from my old man... tut tut - never expired while I was looking after it :) hehe - Quick trip to the DVLA and �25 later its should all be sorted. (Touch wood!)

Joseph gets pain-killers and told to go away for a few days to see if it settles. No broken bones visible which is a good thing. He's still got his appetite though, so nothing to worry too much about!

Joseph gets his first xray... I can still remember my first xray - scary experience - I thought I was about to be cut in half when I lay on that table !!

Joseph has been to hospital today as he has a very sore leg and has been limping on it quite badly.

Pure luxury !

Doh...

They've really cleaned the ark up - its a wonderful place ! I'll take the kids there again I think.

We didnt have climbing walls like this in whitefield park when I was young!

And this one is pretty cool too!

Look at this for a whacky swing / roundabout for adults / big kids. Its amazing.

Paula and I had fun too ! (I wanted to write me and paula, but I figured it to be bad grammer - Sod it I guess)

The kids loved playing in whitefield parek today.

I've decided I dont need and excuse to post a photo of this most wonderful motor vehicle any more. I think it is a joy to look at and you should all be greatful. hehe

Joseph asleep in the car yet again..

Steve the ice cream man, allways stops outside our house as we're his best customers!

Drove into Manchester city center this evening - it was soooo busy ! I think it was because we've had such a sunny day.

The wheels are like new again thanks to the nice people at my local garage... I just love my car all shiny and new looking !

Joannes new living room.

I have a feeling I shall be paying this shop a visit in the near future to buy some equipment... We all love to sing karaoke !

Today Paula and Debra did the shop proud and got dressed up in matching uniforms.... Oh how we laughed....

Wide view of the ironing shop.

I can tell you - I've been tempted a few times myself...

The new K750i can make a panoramic photo from 3 single shots. This is an example of what it an do... I'm so very impressed!

Nothing more needs saying - simply read the front page and agree.

Just look at that photo - from a mobile phone - I think its bloody great !

Paula's friend (Tammy) came to visit tonight - we sent her photo to a friend of mine to see if we could set them up on a blind date! What fun :)

The gypo's have moved from the field in cheadle and boy have they wrecked the place.

Joseph falling asleep while Paula tickles his back. He really loves to be tickled - just like his dad !

Paula and the rest of the boys chilling while we wait for a table at Nando's...

My Absolute Fav !!!

Paula and Ryan chilling on the sofa's in Nandos while we wait for out tablee. They look great - Ryan is growing up so fast !

Staff at 'The Ironing Shop' are well used to being photographed and seem to quite enjoy it. This is Debra admiring her new mobile phone.

I must clean those wheels !

Hmmm, toothpaste all over his face - what a mess. Sam lost another baby tooth this morning while having his teeth brushed - who ever said I didnt brush hard enough!

Sat and drank a can of larger while on the computer last night. Quite enjoyed it as well if truth be known. Might just become an pisshead !

The wife is at bingo and the house is all his for a short while.....

My mate Stuart and his nice new saab convertible....

Sams road rash is virtually gone. Shame really as I know how much he's enjoyed picking at it... Errrggwwww...!

Paula wishing her dad happy birthday. I think he's 72 today! Happy birthday Roy.

My kids sure get to travel in style !

Oh what a lovely window...

Joseph found a new friend in the garden today. I told him that he had to be nice to his friend, but not so nice as to allow him into the house.

Guess what arrived in the post today!!!! :D All photos from now on are taken using the new Sony Ericsson K750i 2.0mp camera phone.

A good healthy fag in the gob while cooking - proper british BBQ that. Food was quite good. (Recognise the BBQ? Bloomin copycat)