There are many things no-one tells you about being a parent...

The joy of taking her ice-skating in Hyde Park for instance.  That wonderful feeling as she progressing from clinging like a little monkey to tentative steps on her own and a big smile.  That bit was great. 

Not so great is being in the car and hearing a coughing, spluttering sound and realising that lunch has reappeared and we're 40 miles from home!

Ups and downs...