Week two at home

Highlights of the week have included trips to Brookside Gardens and the Horse stable in Wheaton Regional Park... he loved the horses, Canadian geese, ducks, turtles, fish and Robins.  He trucks a long on the paths with me pushing a stroller that he never wants to get in.  Run as much as you wish, little man.  Build those muscles, build that appetite and prepare yourself for a good night sleep.

He also loves visiting his Grammy and Grandpa's house... we thought their two Greyhounds would intimidate Ritesh, but no.  He is quite fine with their size now.  In fact, he remains more interested in the cats than the dogs.  I love how he embraces and kisses my parents.  What a loving child.  He also very much loves his visits with his Aunt Julie, Uncle Chad and Zachary.  And our one visit with Aunt Therese and her youngest Xaris was a big hit!  When he hears the voices of the neighbor children out front, he wants to go outside and play.  He is very quickly entering into the fold of the young children that surround us on all sides. 


Doctor's appointments have not been very fun.  He had his first exam and vaccination Monday (he is now 23.5 lbs and 33 1/4 inches tall) and today we went back for them to draw blood and after the nurse dug at both of this little arms for the vein, they said they can't do it and we have to go to LabCorp.  Great, another trip to a more intimidating place... I am not pleased to say the least.  I think we have both been off all day as a result.  But the day was absolutely gorgeous, so we got some outdoor time in.  I am glad he likes to play outdoors so much.

My basement is almost finished.  Having the entire basement finished during this time period has been a little challenging, but I am so happy I decided to do it.  It is looking great.  Lots of room for guests and a play room.  However, it will be some time before I can afford to furnish it much.