The first of a few little parties for Felix, the birthday boy, who is happy with lots of presents arriving each day.

  A day of running around outside on the sunshine, but one moment of a calm Alexei.

  We have many red kites flying around hunting for food;  the kites were reintroduced into the Chilterns over a six year period starting in 1989, by the Nature Conservancy Council (NCC ). They are distinctive because of their forked tail and striking colour.

  I took lots of shots at the school fashion show, but as I won’t put any with the children up, the teachers instructing will have to do!

  Little hands being washed. Say no more.

  A day of snapping animals in the garden – but this gorgeous spider won top spot.

  A busy day, but managed a quick walk in the glorious autumn sunshine – it’s thirsty work!

  Today I took lots of pictures of the daughters of a friend, playing in the park, so lots of shots, but none I can put here. Felix to the rescue with his own unique style of playing garages.

  Today was tomato day and we marvelled at our prolific crop, still going strong. Alexei hasn’t quite got the hang of product placement yet!!

  A few shots of my late blooming sunflower, and when this bee landed on it, I had to snap quickly and hold the camera steady!