the siblings project {december}


Something has really clicked with these three over the past month. That's not to say that they didn't click together before, but something subtle has changed and they seem so much of a team now. I think the developments in Quinny's communication are a major factor; she still hardly says anything, but my goodness does that girl know how to make her feelings known. She giggles so freely, she leans in spontaneously for kisses and cuddles, she will join in with chase games, and enjoys mimicking. All those things which are the beginnings of play, and the beginnings of friendship.


These photos are from our weekend away in Norfolk. I always think that time travelling and away from home makes sibling bonds stronger. They had an extended weekend of together time, and they blossomed. With no school, clubs or other distractions, it was all about play and entertaining one another. And it just reminded Rich and I how good time away is for our family, and also how much we are going to love two full weeks all together over Christmas. 

Looking at these photos will always remind me of how Dylan and Everly were snuggled up together on the sofa, and how Quinny toddled over, as ever wanting to be a part of the gang. And when I suggested that she come up and sit on the sofa with them, the older two simply moved apart without being asked, to make room for their little sis to nestle safely in the middle. It was a simple gesture, one they didn't think twice about, but one that spoke such volumes to me, and made me so proud. 

And so they sat, all three. Like three little peas in a pod; not quite the same, but not so different either.  Watching the television together in companionable silence. Until they spotted Mummy's camera and the smiles came out. 


And with that The Siblings Project for 2016 is complete...! Where on earth did that year go? The whole 'team of three thing' was still so new at the beginning of the year, but they've found their stride this year and their relationships go from strength to strength. So allow me to indulge in a little trip down memory lane; it is December after all!


Do pop by my cohosts (Katie, Carie, Keri-Anne and Amber) and see the sibling photos and moments that they are sharing this month too. And you can link yours up at the bottom. Feel free to grab the badge for your posts. And if you're sharing your photos on instagram make sure you use #siblingsproject so that we can find them there too.

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22 comments

  1. Love how throughout all of the photos they look so wonderfully close. Thanks for hosting.

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  2. These are gorgeous photos, I definitely agree time away is good for the whole family! Thank you for hosting this year, I've absolutely loved joining it. Such a wonderful idea xxx

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  3. Ah it is so sweet how loving they are to Quinny and indeed how she looks like she absolutely loves it too! It's amazing how much changes in a year x

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  4. Such lovely photos of your little trio as ever and gorgeous round up of the year. Thanks so much for hosting, love joining in with this linky every month xx

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  5. Aww, what lovely photos, they do look so very right together as a threesome, completely at ease with each other and it's so lovely to see. I know what you mean about development playing a huge part in it, there's that point where the littlest one can join in with the big games and it changes their relationships almost overnight, the baby sibling goes from being a real life dolly to a companion - it tends to mean more chaos with us, but it's totally worth it!

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  6. Oh my gosh Lucy! It is basically like watching Quinny grow up in that roundup! Love their little faces in the second photo down :) x

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  7. Lovely to look back on the year like that, they've grown up so much! x

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  8. Ah look at Quinny! She looks adorable with the little clip in her hair! Ive loved watching your little trio grow this year :) x

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  9. Aww I love these and the little story behind them. It's so nice to see your round up, it's like Quinny has always been there. She seemed to just fit straight in to her elder sibling's gang as soon as she was born from your photos of them. xx

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  10. What a proud mummy moment, it's so wonderful to watch siblings together. They are definitely part of a team and you can see how much they love being with each other. A gorgeous round up too x

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  11. This is my first time linking and thanks so much. You have the most beautiful children and love the pictures. Can't wait to read more about them as the months pass. xx

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  12. Ahhh so adorable!! Its lovely how doted on the third child is by the siblings, there was no third in my own family so its all new to me to watch this relationship xx

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  13. Oh now I wish I'd done a roundup! Didn't even think! All three of them are just so lovely and I love that we have been able to share their little journey as a trio. I love that it is like looking into my future with my three, I can't wait for them to be close like that xx

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  14. Ahhh your three look so grown up sat her on the sofa together. Wow look at that year gone by, it certainly has flown passed and it shows such a big difference when you look how Ashlyn changing with her siblings besides her each month. I love the end of the year ones. They are the very best. Happy Holidays hunny, that's for motivating us all with this project to document the close bond and relationship between our children. It's so beautiful to look back on. xoxo

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  15. Aww they are so sweet together. What a great big bro and big sis! Looking over the photos from this year, apart from the obvious change in Ashlyn, I think Everly has grown up so much! x

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  16. It is so lovely to see the simple kindnesses between siblings. They look so sweet and comfortable with each other. Thanks so much for hosting this. I'm glad I've been able to join in now that I have 2!

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  17. Awww how adorable Lucy. They look so cute sitting together watching TV. Looks like they are angels and look after their little sister very good.

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  18. Lovely photos of your little trio and how lovely that they are becoming more and more of a little team. Amazing to see the difference in your little Quinny over the year and how she's grown from a baby into a toddler. Thank you for hosting the #siblingsproject and hope you all have a wonderful Christmas.

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  19. Gorgeous photos as always! I love how they just accept her!

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  20. Aww, so lovely to see all of the years photos together like this. You can see how much they have changed x

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  21. Lovely pictures, they always look so happy and well behaved!

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  22. They look so comfortable all together, it sounds like they have a great relationship - I wonder if it's easier because Dylan and Everly are already used to being siblings? Gabe is 16 months now and I think Toby is still adjusting to having a brother!

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