Back in the land of sunshine and saris

Hello everyone

Here I am, I made it. We arrived back in Mysore a week ago. I loved the flight it was great fun. I had a big nap soon after take off which meant that Mama and Papa could watch some films! During the rest of the 10 hour flight I smiled away and charmed everyone, I was even given a Paddington Bear colouring book by the BA stewardess - which I tried to eat of course! It has taken us a few days to get over the jetlag but I think I am over it now. I am now a big boy and sleep in my own bedroom, I love the independence. Mama had decorated it with elephant photographs and wall hangings (thank you Grandpa Ashby for your assistance!) so my room is very colourful and bright. My sleep pattern is still a little erratic but Mama is praying to the sleep god that it settles down soon. Today my little friend, Lara, came over. She is a year old but we were really fascinated with each other, she kept hugging me but I pulled her hair and made her cry so I got my own back. I love sitting up on my own now but still resort to combat rolling to get where I need to. I have also just started shuffling backwards and forwards, well more backwards really, on all fours so I think I may have a go at crawling soon - watch out world. My appetite is still robust, 3 full meals a day plus snacking. Mama has been making me lots of vegetable meals, my favourite snack is the mini bananas they sell here as they are so sweet. Meat is a big no-no for me over here so I think Mama is threatning me with lentils and paneer (kind of like tofu) to keep my strength up. I do like the sunshine here, my skin is nice and soft again, but of course we miss everyone, I especially miss my cousin Ava Josephine. Aunty Faye please send her a big kiss from me. Sending everyone lots of kisses from me and Mama. Keep in touch xxxxxx