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something fishy

Audrey turned six last week. My little girl, not quite so little any more! She's been asking for fish since the beginning of the year, so over the weekend Nibbles, Flappy, Bubbles and As-Yet-Unnamed joined us. It's a terrible photo, I know - the tank, while quite lovely, has a curved outer edge and reflects everything. But you get the idea. Fish!

So we have been talking lots about fish care, and the dangers of over-feeding. Every time we do, I'm reminded one of my favorite childhood books:

"When you feed a fish, never feed him a lot. So much and no more! Never more than a spot, or something may happen! You never know what."

This is the dog-eared, sticky-taped copy my brother and I read when we were young. Audrey and I pulled it off the shelf and have been enjoying it again lately. Mr Carp is, I think, one of the under appreciated legends of modern literature. ;)

Happy birthday, Audie!

Arrrr!

Yikes. Has it really been three weeks? I have been off tending to sick kids, I've been sick, Matt's been sick. There's been all together too much sickness for us, and I am so ready for warmer days, less worry, and more of the good stuff. Blogging included.

How great is this guy? Pirate William was made by Candice of Moomi for her sons from my Poppy pattern. I love his moe, it gives him a very dignified edge. Have a look at Candace's shops for her beautiful handmade wares, like this mostachioed whale. So, so very good.

While I am on the topic, I've made a Flickr group for toys made from the Poppy pattern. Please add your Poppy's (or Pirate William's) - I would absolutely love to see what you've made.