Bangkok Week 723 — Mika's Photos

Hello, Friday! says Lucy, who has nothing to hide!

We're at Breastfeeding Cafe again... and despite being late, we're the first ones!

Just chilling, and enjoying having the whole place to ourselves.

Meanwhile at school, Arlo supervises his peers during art time.

A special guest goes to pick up Arlo at the end of the school day.

An exciting new "toy" is waiting for Arlo when he gets up from his nap!

Arlo's new wheels! This is how he'll be going to school from now on!

Fun, last-minute surprise for Mum: dinner with (former) colleagues, one of whom is in town from Manila for the first time in years.

Saturday morning treats: Dad's PlanToys team sent over some beautiful gifts for both Lucy and Arlo.

Aww! It's the last time Granny is accompanying Arlo to swimming for a while.

And Mum's second time at-bat in a while.

Arlo's getting more comfortable floating on his back.

But he's a little bit distracted by the photographer.

Kick kick kick!

Arlo must've finished his lunch, because he's enjoying a big piece of chocolate bunny!

The two bookend ladies, napping together.

Well, Lucy the Koala certainly makes Granny look comfortable!

Lucy got two beautiful new 'jackets' from P'Nu our neighbor; and Arlo thinks the cactus print is awesome!

Taking the new wheelz out for a spin.

The biker gang, in their matching helmets.

Dad is a pro, and balances like there's no added mass.

Arlo's enjoying it!

So fast, the background is a blur!

Another delicious dinner by Chef Granny! Eggplant parmesan lasagne and watermelon feta salad! Delish!

Sunday morning: this is how we roll on the weekends!

Keeping Lucy company while Mum gets dressed.

Smile! This week, Lucy has started to smile!😊

Sitting on the bouncer, showing how much longer she's becoming.

Uh oh! Looks like the boys are up to something!

This is the something! A fun race track for all of Arlo's cars.

Meanwhile, Lucy practices her tummy time.

Arlo the spotter comes to assist. It's hard work!

Uh oh! Looks like we've lost the koala.

Arlo and Dad go for another late-afternoon spin.

But where are they going this time?

Taking a dry run to Arlo's school! Arlo is thrilled; this is what they'll do tomorrow for real!

Spotted on the way home from school: chickens!

Lucy is starting to engage with colors more.

And Arlo is here to help Lucy play!

Big stretch! It's Monday, but it's actually a lazy holiday!

Looks like it's going to be a sleeping day for Lucy.

Trying something different for Granny's farewell lunch: J Cafe, a Jewish restaurant and grocery store.

Arlo enjoyed his chocolate milk, made with Israeli cocoa powder.

These onion rings were really delicious!

Thanks for everything, Granny! (Don't go!)

Meal was delicious; but Lucy was none the wiser.

Oh. Did we go somewhere?

A very serious recounting of Sophie and the Tiger who came to tea.

Lucy is trying new PJs that her Puu and Yaa sent. They fit well!

And the next morning, trying on some of her brother's hand-me-downs. They fit, too!

Another day, another tummy time sesh.

She can spin the nobs at the side... although certainly not deliberately!

Aww! Because tomorrow is another holiday, it's Granny's last day to pick Arlo up from school.😢

Afternoon fun with bubbles! Even Lucy is enjoying the game!

Arlo's discovered that blowing the big bubbles can break them up into smaller ones!

Arlo's showing off his new shoes -- snazzy close-toed crocs -- purchased both to help protect his feet while cycling *and* to avoid shoe battles.

Granny's there for moral support. (And physical support.)

Look! We're (finally) finishing the giant watermelon!

Good Wednesday morning. What? Another holiday!

Aww. Arlo loves his sister Lucy!

All smiles! (For now.)

Mum couldn't resist ordering a special breakfast -- to both celebrate the holiday, and as a last-ditch effort to convince Granny to extend her stay!

Yum yum yum!

Arlo's fave: chocolate cake donut with chocolate frosting. Somehow, when he was done, only the bottom half of the donut remained.

And taking one last trip to the park. We haven't been since Songkran!

... so that Arlo can practice riding his own bicycle.

He's getting better, but still not coasting like he does in the living room at home.

An oddly-composed selfie with Mum and children.

We look like we're on a mission!

Lucy is awake to enjoy the park for once!

Arlo preferred playing on the playground on the west side of the park. It helped that it was overcast!

And he really wanted to ride the tire swing... but only when accompanied by Dad.

Pausing for a well-earned refreshment break.

Sliding down a giant tongue.

And getting his hip exercises in.

What? Walking right down the middle of the street? Granny is a naughty influence.

Oh, it was to get to Veganerie, right next door to the park exit.

Oh my! More gifts for Lucy! These are from Mum's immediate colleagues: her 4 direct reports and her boss! Lovely cotton!

Another nice, cold ice cream for Arlo.

Arlo makes one final drawing, for Granny to take home with her as a souvenir.

The green is a cactus, and the brown is a caterpillar (front view of his face).

Whoops! Well, the cactus and the caterpillar since got a bit obstructed...

Oh no! One last walk around the block for Granny! 😢

The gang won't be this size again for a while!

At least Granny gets to stretch her legs a bit before the long journey home.

One last group shot.

And a farewell photo with her granddaughter.

Bye bye, Granny! See you in a few months!

The next morning, Lucy seems none the wiser. In fact, she's got a smile on her face!

This tummy time sesh turned into a fist-munching session instead.

A nice morning portrait.

Oh! And lucky Arlo gets to take the tuk-tuk home today.

Arlo has started to play with the girl who lives around the corner, during our evening walks.

Looking at flowers together.

Oh! Arlo found something even more interesting than flowers!

This one's for you, Granny!