Bangkok Week 719

April 7, 2022

Here in Bangkok, we celebrate a milestone birthday for Granny! And we enjoy unusually cool weather (with good air!) with warm drinks in the park. And to cap it all off, Grandpa arrives in Bangkok for the first time in over 2 1/2 years. Welcome back, Grandpa!

Baby Lucy has made herself comfortable at home now.

And now that her belly button stump has fallen off, it's time for our first proper bath at home!

Not really enjoying it...

But she's wide awake afterward.

Arlo and Granny -- Lucy's guardians -- checking to see if she's asleep.

Brushing Granny's hair requires being of a certain height.

Brief moment of open eyes for Lucy...

... and then it's back to the Lucy we know and love.

Saturday morning: another swimming lesson with Dad.

Getting more comfortable together.

And then we all pile into the car, for a short drive...

... to "Mother May I," to celebrate Granny's big birthday.

Arlo enjoyed the restaurant's garden: so many things to look at!

Looking at the "funny flowers".

Walking through a plant tunnel.

Checking out the lotuses with Granny.

Food is coming; looking delish.

Trying his peach smoothie.

The whole gang -- including Lucy!

See, there she is!

Arlo really enjoyed the deep-fried rice noodles. Crunch crunch!

Look at Mum's tiny legs.

And as a present, Granny gets... to hold Lucy during the meal!

Everyone singing to the birthday girl.

Happy birthday, Granny!

Enjoying one last swing in the garden before heading home.

Back at home, the siblings are hanging out together.

Aww, big hug for Dad.

Granny's birthday continues: Arlo gave her a nice home-made birthday card.

Happy XXth birthday, Granny!

Hanging out with Lucy ... like everyday!

Putting Lucy to work: tummy time!

Arlo loves hanging out with Lucy, and can't wait until they can play together.

Mum with her two babies!

Happy Birthday (again), Granny!

Enjoying the deliciously rich Swensen's cake. (Highly recommended.)

Arlo wolfs down his slice of cake; see, there *are* things Arlo's happy to eat on his own.

Happy, sated, and with evidence clearly visible on his face.

Good morning, Lucy!, says an enthusiastic and naked Arlo.

Woah, only 21 degrees!? What's going on -- this must be a record for April!

It's a cool, wet morning... and Arlo's just hanging out.

We all pile into the car...

... to enjoy the park on this chilly morning. Brr!

Lucy is nice and bundled... but Mum has goosebumps!

She slept very well this outing -- her first time to the park!

Arlo found a nice colorful branch on the ground.

Everyone on the see-saw... including Lucy!

Arlo's trying the very springy (i.e. low-k) airplane. This is the best one!

Waiting to greet Arlo after he slides down the big slide.

Stopping for hot chocolates! Brr!

Back at home, warming up -- 3 generations.

Evening walk around the block: this time, Lucy is wide awake!

Granny's a great walking companion.

The next morning, it's still a bit chilly -- so, it's socks weather for Lucy!

Arlo's getting ready for school -- by peeling his own breakfast.

Awake and smiling for the camera -- for once.

Just chatting.

Finally time for Mum to get COVID-boosted. There's overwhelming turn-out at the vaccination center!

Then, it's bath time for Lucy!

Not loving it -- but not hating it, either.

Arlo's favorite part of school: taking the tuk-tuk home.

Saying hi to Lucy when he gets home.

Spending some quality time with Dad.

It's so comfortable to sleep on Mum!

Arlo, showing off his very straight line of cars.

Lucy has figured out the carrier - she's very chill.

Good morning, Lucy Goosey!

Another snooze on Mum.

Riding home with Dad.

"Lucy! Are you sleeping, Lucy!?!?"

Mr. Cute -- how can you resist that grin?

Showing off his new undies -- from Bonnie and Bob.

Woah! It's bright this evening. What happened!?

Early morning chat with Dad.

Happy Holiday Wednesday, proclaims Arlo!

We're celebrating with... Tim Horton's!

Arlo and Granny approve.

And taking advantage of the holiday (i.e. finding a way to spend the morning)... at the park!

This time, Arlo brings his bike, to practice riding at speed.

Arlo's getting much better at biking!

Taking Lucy on the see-saw with Arlo.

Practicing safe see-sawing: while waring a helmet.

Riding the jet ski...

... and Mum and Lucy try their luck on the adjacent ride.

Showing off his sliding skills.

Taking a soda break.

Sheltering in the small bit of remaining shade.

And back at home, Ms. Socks hanging out with Granny Socks.

Ta-dah! Today is Thursday; seize the day!

Mum's excited to be taking Arlo to school for the first time in weeks. Waiting for the tuk tuk.

Off to school we go, and we have the tuk-tuk all to ourselves. Arlo is trying out his flashy new shirt.

And then... after more than 2 1/2 years, Grandpa arrives in Ekkamai! Welcome, Grandpa!

Saying hello to his first granddaughter... and his long-lost wife.

Grandpa went to surprise Arlo, and pick him up from school.

Arlo has a present for Grandpa...

... a matching purple monster truck.

Inspecting Grandpa's monster truck closely.

Dad's helping Lucy with her daily stretches.

Smile -- and Happy Birthday, Auntie Jasmine!

Showing Grandpa all his big trucks. To be continued next week!