Bangkok Week 787 — Mika's Photos

We’re still working our way through sickness and fever, but everyone’s in top spirits. We had a fun morning at Playville, a weekend full of painting and pillows, and after an unintended hiatus, some ice skating, too. Oh, and Mum went for a big chop.

(I would be remiss if I didn’t flag that, with the conclusion of Week 787 ✈️ , we’ve now worked our way through the whole Boeing passenger portfolio!)

It's Friday morning and the kids are with just us today -- let the fun begin!

This girl is feeling herself again now.

We're the door-busters at Playville today.

To quote Lucy, "Ball! Ball! Ball! Ball!"

Arlo was just here the other week, so he feels right at home.

Look, balancing!

And tending to the chickens in the coop.

Lucy is enjoying herself with all the balls!

And climbing up into the treehouse.

Everyone down the slide!

These balls are hard to move around in, eh Lucy? It's an acquired skill!

Arlo is enjoying himself gardening.

And Dad gives them a tour of the makeup table.

Sliiiiide.

And again!!

Making a pot of tea...

... and chasing her big brother up the rock climb.

Perhaps playing in the balls at the bottom of the big slide is not the best idea!

Reading a book that we don't have at home.

And more slides for Lucy! She must've done this slide upward of two dozen times.

Princess Leia buns!

And squeezing himself into a volcano.

That afternoon, it's a walk around the Moo Baan, after everyone's had their naps.

Lucy's new favorite chair.

Some might argue he's had this coming for him.

Happy Saturday! Lucy is sporting a beautiful unicorn dress from Marlies.

Two workers, busy at the construction site. (Where are your hard hats?)

Riding the horse.

Arlo's too unwell to swim this afternoon, so this is a good alternative activity.

Arlo dives right in! What a difference school makes!

This lady, on the other hand, is still figuring out what painting is all about.

Tap tap tap!

Resist the urge, Lucy!

The slapping technique.

Your face betrays you, Lucy.

And late afternoon cycle around the neighborhood with new cycling pall, Auntie Bell.

Lucy's having a good laugh with the girl in the mirror; they haven't seen each other in a while.

We both have so many teeth!

What!? It's still the weekend?

Tanking up, before a quick trip to K-Village.

What a bonus! We parked right behind a Porsche 911.

Lucy looks like a seasoned shopper.

There was a balance bike race going on, so we watched for a while...

... and then enjoyed playing on their small swing set.

Slide, Lucy!

Arlo managed to traverse the suspended bridge.

And back home for lunch.

More painting while Lucy naps: this time with leftover Tempra paint from school, available in 2 colors only.

Better than any playground, Arlo and Lucy had a blast flinging themselves around on the bed.

Surprisingly, there were no tears!

Only laughs!

Arlo created some kind of follow-on game that involved going fishing for diapers. Oh well!

Have I shared an update about the tall balcony cactus in a while? Well, it's got a ridiculously tall and lanky top paddle now.

P'Noi brought eucalyptus back for Arlo from her hometown.

He wasted no time setting it up in the tree and feeding it to the koalas!

Look at our little Raggedy Ann doll.

We're off! It's a much-delayed visit to...

... the ice rink again!

Here's Arlo, with his pal, Penguin #5. He'd been talking about Penguin #5 for weeks!

I must say, the Penguins give him confidence and speed!

And the whole session, we only took one break!

Someone was so warm, he wanted to take off his jacket while watching the ice resurfacing machine!

Mini-me is trying on Mum's skating fleece. It just about fits!

And now, Arlo's giving "Mum" a big hug.

Lucy's new favorite accessory.

Her bowler hat!

At long last, Mum makes it to the salon...

... for a big chop!

Before and after. I'd say it turned out alright!

Lucy's still wearing her hat.

Own it, Lucy!

Going for a late-afternoon stroll with P'Noi and P'Arlo.

Arlo, Lucy, and this new short-haired lady.

Our little gangsta, in his outfit from Great Aunt Chris.

Hey, we stumbled upon the only year-round snowman in Bangkok. He's looking a bit limp.

Trying out toilets and shopping for bathroom fixtures and fittings.

Lucky Arlo! P'Noi is treating him to an ice cream!

Early group shower tonight, thanks to an explosive diaper and someone else who didn't want to miss out on the action. Mohawk!

Mum and her squeaky-clean babies.

Self-portrait by Arlo.

And we close this week with a very serious self-portrait. See you next time!