Bangkok Week 763

February 9, 2023

Poor Lucy was sick most of the week (at least she’s gotten her Roseola done with) but was in good spirits nevertheless. Arlo enjoyed a trip to the park, a few new toys, and lots of time playing at home. And lucky Mum upgraded her phone!

Someone's up and having a very busy morning! Don't forget to go to school, buddy!

And this stunned lady still can't believe we woke her up from her nap.

Really? You want me to go swimming?

Testing the waters (literally) with Dad.

Still can't believe we're making her swim.

Starting to work on her kicking technique (while balancing a cup on her head).

Diving (plopping) in by herself.

Teacher, why are you pouring water on my head? What did I do to you?

Giving teacher a good stare...

... and making a dash for his baby when he abandons him.

At home, just playing cool and nibbling a seahorse.

After a wardrobe change, our little boy imposter is casually standing around nibbling on an airplane.

She's really into leaning these days.

Giving a big, toothy grin.

And a big smile.

Everyone come gather 'round! This cactus is about to bloom in 5-4-3-2...

...one! The third bloom in as many months!

Meanwhile, Lucy is still getting used to her new bed.

Enjoying a book and some evening pocky with Dad.

Which is better? The book or the pocky?

On Saturday morning, Arlo went to the park with Dad, to meet his friends.

The most enthusiastic see-saw riders you ever did see.

This is a much better place to play football than our living room!

And he has the skate park mostly to himself.

A beautiful flower to bring home for Mum and Lucy?

Big smile; someone's enjoyed himself!

Meanwhile, Lucy and her fever stayed home to rest.

It's okay, Lucy. Arlo's not home, you don't have to hoard your toys.

We've done an inventory of all her balls and bath squirters. Everyone's accounted for!

Standing around, waiting patiently for the boys to come home.

A late afternoon scoot around the neighborhood.

Catch up with those boys, Lucy!

Taking a much-needed breather. (Well, for some of us anyway.)

The next morning, Lucy's fever is still here but her mood is fine.

Entertaining herself.

And just hanging out on the couch.

Arlo, how come your scooter is in here?

Extreme shadows, thanks to the midday sun.

Lucy, you know you're not supposed to grab that cord!

Lucy got into a fight with rice over lunch.

This cutie knows how to smile for the camera now. Except when -- whack!

Increasingly goofie wefies.

Hey, a half-decent photo of both of them! That's the prize.

Goal!

I believe I can fly!

Enjoying her yoghurt cups.

Getting ready for a late-afternoon walk.

Run, boys. Run!

Just watch where you're going! No shortage of tripping hazards around here.

Mum made spaghetti for everyone tonight.

Arlo ate that whole plate...

... and Lucy even tried some, too.

We've had cleaner faces.

But nevermind, because it's bath time for this cutie bear.

Day 3 of Lucy's fever -- and now a rash. But she's still in good spirits!

Lucky Mum got a phone upgrade!

Testing the camera...

... and the zoom.

Meanwhile, Arlo's enjoying an after-school popsicle at home.

Showing off the new Duplo base board that Mum bought.

What a great new addition to the (really very large already) collection of Duplo.

Another photo, Mum? Haven't you tested this new phone enough?

Giving her cow a tackle.

This pretty much sums up every evening, between dinner and bedtime.

Lucy loves staring at the girl in the mirror.

Feeling better after your bath, my dear?

Tuesday, here we come!

This Roseola has unleashed the beast!

Still happy to smile for selfies, despite cheeks full of dots.

Uh oh. Someone's up to no good after school.

Aha! He's trying to touch the dangly thingies.

Back at home, Dad has a surprise for Arlo!

Oh my! This looks like something exciting!

Over here! I'm right here! I'm still here, too!

Just showing off her rosy cheeks.

"Listening to dad's headphones" over dinner.

Lucy, are you in prison?

A new day, and most of Lucy's symptoms seem to be behind us.

Playing with his new tracks has turned into an exercise in inventorying his cars.

Someone is taller than you'd think! Items on the edge of the table are no longer safe!

Practicing her cool cat pose.

Arlo has about one mode of entertainment for his sister.

Doing the trademark Lucy Lean.

Hi there. I came over to see what's going on.

Mr. Handsome.

Wow. It's a toothbrush bonanza! Never thought new toothbrushes could be so exciting!

Big smile!

And to celebrate feeling mostly better, it's pancakes for breakfast!

Sufficiently crumbly that she can eat them on her own fairly safely. But not cleanly!

Arlo came home with a binocular he made at school, and Lucy would love a closer look.

"It's very sunny today", so Arlo has to stick his head inside Mum's shirt.

Looking at photos with Dad.

Too many mosquitos for Lucy to play outside too.

Ooh! Action shot.

Dad brought home a giant bag of strawberries! Lucky Arlo!

Arlo, are you eating it, or just inspecting it?

Verdict from Lucy? No more strawberries, thank you. I'll stick to eggs!