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Day 34

The day started just as grey and wet and cold as the other days this week past had... P-J hailed a cab to work (it's really helping him brush up on his Spanish) and Jorja and I set to designing another indoor activity schedule. After her breakfast and bath-time, however, she couldn't resist enjoying a cosy sleep. (The pics were taken at hourly intervals)



And then, without warning, the clouds opened up and let some sunshine through! We hadn't seen the roads dry in days and we were thrilled! When P-J called to say that he was done with work for the day, we hurriedly dressed for the windy chill outside and made our way down to Puerto Madero.

Stopping on our way home, P-J showed Jorja a lady bug that had landed on his hand. She seemed quite amused with this tiny creature, until her thumb and index finger mis-timed the grasp and well...



Today I am thankful for:

  • The medical team(s) that have helped to bring little Noah, Steven, Jet and Faith safely into this world, over the last 7 days.
  • The delicious dinner that my husband prepared for us this evening.
  • A break from the rainy weather so that Jorja and I could go for a walk outside.
  • Jorja's Aunty Lucille blanket that kept her warm and cosy while she napped today.
  • The little bug that Jorja discovered today and made her smile.

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