thanksgiving

As we sit back & reflect today, on the blessings we have had, our hearts are overflowing with thanksgiving to our God. For baby Kripa after long waiting. For challenges that made our commitment stronger. For provisions through this year of economic recession. For time with our extended family, Vinney's dad, mom & brother. For a home. For friendships that grew stronger.

Our thanksgiving turkey is almost ready to come out. Now let us see how Kripa is keeping herself busy.

 

milestone m2

Kripa crossed the month 2 with flair. By the end of month two, she perfected her body cycle to respond to day & night (we think) and  getting more engaged with the environment.
During day, she wakes herself up, and get engaged with the toys and colors around, cooing for no apparent reason. Oh not for long, before she remembers about the hunger pangs.
Her favorite nap time is after an arduous hair drying exercise after a full bath. Now the bathroom door opening, doesn't usually, wake her up.

Pediatric measures 13lb, 23 inches

busy by herself

way to go

not so fragile anymore

BinuUncle visits

Uncle Binu (Vinney's brother) visits from NZ.

and brings some EastCoast greetings

George family cheers-on Binu

watching & learning

Kripa is getting more n more interactive with the environment around

Focussed observation

colorful toys grabs her attention

Looking sharp again

and then sleepy

Fall Colors

ColorFilled Fall in NewEngland

Bro-Sis enjoy some camaraderie

 

smile away

K has already perfected her smile

And another.....

sleepless in arlington

So Kripa switched few gears in last few days. First she switched preference from sleeping-in-the-crib to sleep-only-if-you-walk-and-sing-for-me. Now MadamK's preferred sleep position is belly down on Mom's chest and only when augmented with rocking motion. After she falls into what we think, is the deep sleep, and then, shhh, we move her quietly to the crib. Many times she would wake herself up within 20-30 mins. For reasons ranging from running tap water in the kitchen, to, pulling her own hair while asleep.

In nut shell, its sleepless in Arlington. But hey Kripa, you deserve some pampering. Watch out, after month 1, you are on drill-routine. Enjoy till then !!

Finally got a smile captured