Eventful 2 weeks

Apologies for not posting enough over the last 15 days or so. Things have been happening rather rapidly for everyone around. I list them here

1. My room is ready. Yes, its been painted in a nice zesty lime green colour, and the decor such as new lampshade and wall clock have been purchased. A wardrobe would soon complete the look. I expect I will move in there before the end of this week.

2.I have a new laptop, mobile phone and a drum. I had spoilt dad's hard disk by banging on his laptop.So in response they bought a new toy version of laptop hoping that I would leave Dad's one in peace. Fat chance !!

3. I can stand up on my own with minimal support. Over the last few days, Dad and mom have awakened in the night to see me standing in my cot. I can get up by rolling over sideways and lifting myself up.

4. Dad is changing jobs. Yes, he is leaving a cushy job in a consulting firm to go and work for himself. He already has a nice contract and is reasonably excited.

5. I can say things like "Ta" to mean I want to go outside and "Ter" to mean water. You can see where my priorities lie. Dad predicts that I will be a world explorer.

6. Child safety gates are no longer optional in my household. I crawl to every nook and corner. I have a particular penchant for things which should be out of my reach.

7. I am having a birthday party next week. Yay !! The catering is arranged, invites have been sent and even the decor has been arranged. I cant wait to get my first taste of cake.

8. I know how to open door handles, switch on the television, switch on the light and even how to open a closed laptop. As soon as I have enough strength, Dad and mom will have a new worry in their hands.

9. My grandparents (Daada, Naana and Naani) will now be able to see me every week live. They have now got the internet connection sorted. Daada is an expert with Yahoo messenger already.

10. My trip to India in October is now effectively postponed. Sorry guys, you will have to continue seeing me on the webcam and website for a while longer.