Mmm, what can I say... God is good.

This is our new twin pram. Friends of ours gave it to us on Saturday night. It has two seats as you can well see. Alexander will sit in the front, even thought he'd rather be in the back. It has a huge basket underneath.

We were, to be completely honest, blown away with this gift. Our friends have 3 little people two of which are still pramable. I know God is going to bless their generosity.

We've always wanted a twin pram. I'd done research when I found we were pregnant with Beatrice. God so knows my heart and His timing is so perfect.

And this beautiful new coat was also a present, a gift from the same friends. The wife has been to Japan in Winter. And it is very cold! I have wanted a coat like this for soooo long! Woohoo!

And.

We are now in possession of 3 of the passports!!!!! (It's just mine that still has to arrive-please pray that happens with speed)

Much love

Philippa

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