Bangkok Week 777

May 18, 2023

Another hot, busy week. We return to Lumpini Park for the first time since … September 2021, when we went with Granny? We collectively enjoy 4 swimming lessons. Arlo turns 3 years and 8 months old this week. And he enjoys a great adventure with Dad, to the book store and back.

Boo! We're back! And Lucy is really into pop-up books these days!

It's a meeting of the bikes outside school this morning.

Arlo's doing his part to contribute to the class artwork.

Helping tend to the beanstalks of one of his classmates, who was out today.

Meanwhile, Lucy's happy to be at swimming.

She can kick on her own when she wants to.

Lucy also enjoys using the noodle -- it provides such a bouncy buoyancy.

And cup conditioning. Everyone's favorite.

Back again? This afternoon, Arlo has the first of many make-up lessons.

Entertaining herself at dinner with Hippoposites.

Going straight for the abstract opposites. Forget big and small!

Celebrating the weekend with an outing to everyone's favorite park: Lumpini.

It's not quite 10:00 yet, so we have to walk the bike for a few more minutes.

And now: go!

The island in the middle of the pond is a nice, shaded spot to cycle.

Stopping to get a good look at the giant fountain. A natural geiser, right?

Smile everyone.

And this photo is for Granny. In fact, we're pretty sure we heard him say, "Where's Naomi?"

Continuing along, in the hot shade.

Zoom! Arlo comes speeding down the bridge.

Quick stop at the playground.

It's really not a good time of day to be at the playground; this is the only little patch of shade there was.

Arlo found a great bunch of eucalyptus leaf.

Getting ready to head back.

Lucy doesn't get the appeal of this park. Too hot, to sunny, too many larger-than-life lizards.

Back at the car with cold drinks for everyone. Good job, team!

And back home: it's time to change into dry clothes, but Lucy would much rather hang out like this.

Good. Belly button's still there. Just checking.

Passed out from the heat.

Aww. Why he looks so peaceful when he sleeps.

Quick afternoon trip to the veggie store across the street. Lucy is quite pleased that she's able to walk around there on her own.

Trying to get a side-by-side standing photo. This is pretty much as good as it gets.

Walking back with Dad. So cute!

Lounging around on Sunday morning. Who needs to get dressed?

Showing off his head of nice, fluffy hair.

Enjoying a peanut butter breakfast.

Oh my! Our not-so-small boy turns 3 years and 8 months old today!

Meanwhile, this goofus is enjoying herself at the window.

This is the textbook illustration of "big, toothy grin."

Who, me???

Someone's getting a little big to use the changing tables at swimming!

Spotted on the balcony: a "new" old Big Bobby Car.

It's for both Lucy and Arlo to share. Let's see how that goes!

A Sunday afternoon special: a make-up lesson for Lucy.

She's not complaining.

Meanwhile, Dad and Arlo pop over to the new house to check in and drop off some things.

The make-up class was with kids 1-2 years older than Lucy...

... but they were great role models for her. Kick kick kick, Lucy!

Bye bye, teacher Big. See you next make-up!

It's North American Mother's Day, and Arlo and Lucy have a message for Granny.

But I hate to say, the iPad is more interesting than the message itself.

Happy Mother's Day, Granny!

Group shot!

Oh?

On Monday morning, after much careful observation, Lucy got ready for school too!

Wait, p'Arlo, you're forgetting me!

And here's the Koala, back in his element after a weekend away.

Dinner tonight is served inside the garage.

Lucy's enjoying herself on the mat.

What a clown!

Someone will be a climber! Up she goes, using nothing but strength and friction.

After 3 years and 8 months, finally figuring out where the diaper is supposed to go!

Enjoying the morning view, and checking in on the grannies across the street.

The mechanic is fixing up his car before heading out for the day.

A fun new game at school using -- what are these? CDs?

The koala in his tree, munching on some fresh green leaf.

Playing with the magnetiles from Granny.

And Lucy's figured out how to roll cars around.

Getting a good cleaning from her brother... and a nip slip.

Arlo's ready to drive away! Finally!

Wishfully watching P'Noi head home for the night.

Oh, and a big hug for his sister.

Early morning playing together... when the stars align.

Lucy is really into hanging out with the cute girl in the mirror.

The girl makes her crack up!

Comparing tummies...

... and doing High 10 together.

The girl can even scream at the same time as Lucy!

Ready to head to school again the next morning.

Lucky Arlo: he's headed off on an adventure with Dad.

First up: an electric tuk tuk ride all the way down and over to Sukhumvit at Phrom Phong.

And then a fresh ice cream scoop.

Yum!

Then browsing the book store...

... and learning that he can just sit and read the books right there!

And capping it off with a taxi ride home. What a fun outing!

Lucy's new look: exercise headband!

Well, she tolerates it for longer than a hair tie!

That ball looks an awful lot like Lucy!

Of course, Arlo wants to get in, too!

Whoops, that was bound to happen.

Arlo's new favorite routine: a 4 o'clock bike ride back-and-forth at the corner.

Arlo brought his beanstalks home today...

... and it's time to give them a munch!

Mixed reviews, from the leaf expert.

Lucy's all ready for bed, so we'll say good night and good bye!