We have had our first full day with Riyani today and so far so good! The only tears we've seen have been when Greg went in the bathroom and shut the door (she had been following him and was not happy) and during the first couple seconds of car rides (not sure why these freak her out so but she's not a fan- then again it's hard to be a fan of crazy Kolkata driving!).
She is happy to be held by either of us although probably would choose Greg given the chance-he plays more and will tip her upside down! We are so very impressed with her motor skills- she can crawl very fast (she crawls just like Jack did with one knee up!) and can stand up in the middle of the room by herself (and claps for herself every time, it's funny). She can walk holding onto our fingers and would do it all day. And she is totally enamored with mirrors and often kisses the baby in the mirror.
We are amazed at how well things are going so far (I almost feel like I just jinxed us though) she is eating and sleeping very well and is a happy girl. We even decided to brave the outside world for a bit today. We got her visa pictures done (although turns out we didn't actually go to the place recommended in the travel packet but mistakenly went to the place next door- ah well they were nice and got it done) and headed over to Cottage Industries the government run handicrafts store which was great because there's no bargaining (we are awful at that, just awful we shouldn't even try, it's pitiful) and we bought half a suitcase full of souvenirs and stuff in an hour. We have roamed about the hotel a bit and the hotel staff are lovely to her smiling and tickling her (she doesn't like when anyone approaches her quickly and will hide in our shoulders but otherwise she will inspect them curiously and sometimes even smile) and even sent chocolates to her. In the 24 hours we've had her she's tasted chocolate and ice cream- yikes!
Overall we are having a great time but can't wait to get back home to the boys! You're going to love playing with your baby sister Gavin and Jack!
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10 comments:
Loved the rasperries at the end of the video! She looks great, taking it all in stride. We kept waiting for the "honeymoon" to end with Max, but it never did! Hope it's the same for you!
Enjoy!
Kristy
I am setting here just lovin this. Before I know it I am saying "Your just a gooda girl,yes you are!!" Ha,This is wonderful,Have a great and safe trip. Can't wait to see your pics at home,Gidget
P.S. Love the noises she is making,just cute.
This is an adorable video. I love the hand wave and huge smile!! What a beautiful girl!! So happy to hear Lia is adjusting so well. Can't wait to a picture of Lia with her brothers :-)
April :-)
How fantastic that her motor skills are so on target. All that hype and now there's nothing to worry about! Yay! Loved the video, she is just beautiful and full of sweet personality. Enjoy your bonding time!
:)Kristi
I can't believe you have only had her such a short time. She is absolutely adorable and looks so content!! So glad things are going so well and that you were able to get out a bit. Rejoicing for you!!
She is gorgeous. So glad the trip is going well. Have fun and create lots of memories.
Beautiful! She is lovely, and doing so well with you. You are doing a great job helping her feel safe and comfortable.
We were so grateful (at least hourly!) for the wonderful care Anya Rashi received from the ayahs . . . I'm sure that was a big part of why she did so well.
Have fun out and about,
Nancy
She is doing so great! What a litle sugar plum she is!
Simeon crawls with his knee up too - totally adorable!
Praying you have a smooth flight to Delhi and continue enjoying Princess Lia!
Loved the cute baby noised! Augh! What a doll!!! :)
How wonderful. She is a gem!! Hope the return home goes well!! Sounds like everything is going great and everyone is having fun. Thanks for sharing...it is so fun to see these kids coming home!
Julie R
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