How Time Flies!

Wow! It's Friday already (but this post will say Thursday because of the time difference between NZ and USA), where has this week gone? The weather is definitely cooler these days and I think our fantastic summer is well and truly winding down and winter is on its way. I have spent the week tending to my monarch butterflies among other things. We have had heaps of caterpillars this year and lots of them have died which is a bit sad. The ones who have managed to make it to the 'butterfly' stage have been worthy of great celebration! The biggest challenge once they have hatched is keeping them safe from the cats (who think it is a wonderful game to chase the butterflies when they attempt to fly.) I discovered that adult butterflies feed on nectar (or sugar water) and have had to make some up a couple of times this week to give to one female that didn't seem to be flying properly and would keep ending up on the lawn. After a couple of days of TLC, she seems to have flown away for good now and it was cool to see her 'drink' the sugar water I had prepared - I guess the homemade variety couldn't have tasted too bad. I just wish I had gotten a picture of her (I'll make sure to take one of the next chrysalis that 'hatches.')
Also this week, I attended my first 'Buggy Fit' class which is an exercise program for mothers that we can bring our babies along to. It was quite fun and since I can't get to the gym as easily these days (due to the fact they have no childcare facilities), this is another way to stay fit as well as meet other mothers in the area.
Reuben is doing really well and I just can't get over how cute he is!! I got Nathan to take a photo of him last night because he fell asleep when I was feeding him and he was just so 'chilled out.' He often sleeps with his hands splayed out which is a great sign because it shows he is a relaxed baby. By the way, he's NOT wearing a dress, it's just a baby nightgown!!!! :) I'll add the photo and sign off for now because I can hear him grizzling in his room.