October 2010

This month marks the end of Sasha's first year. At one, he is active (walking at 9 months and finding ways to climb any kind of surface), funny (finding humor in everyday occurrences), tough (not one to succumb to big brother Will's occasional taunting and rough-housing), but also very sweet (hugging and kissing us at the most unexpected moments). He is very communicative, using all his signs and constructing meaningful sentences by stringing together gestures, relaying to us what he wants (usually, food-related) and already has an active imagination, tucking his soft toys into bed and patting them down for sleep. Sasha, you are such a joy, bringing such warmth and happiness to our life. Thank you, Didi, for making everything new once again. Happy birthday, Yoda.

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Shanghai, China October 2010

After leaving the white sand beaches of Malaysia, we popped home for one day, and then were off again to now jacket-weather Shanghai. Because he got sick from the last trip, Sasha had to stay back home to recover. In Shanghai, we spent a full day at the Expo. With the help of Ama's special arrangements, we were able to beat the lines and enjoy the China, Japan, and Taiwan pavilions. In the Taiwan pavilion, we each made a wish on our own individual sky lantern. Hope all our wishes come true!

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Langkawi, Malaysia October 2010

Billy's colleague from Singapore, Rob, tied the knot in Langkawi, Malaysia, so we took the opportunity to take a family trip. Gary and MJ, who just moved to Hong Kong, came along, as well. From the moment our plane landed till the moment we left, the boys were in the ocean and in the pool 24/7. Will boogie-boarded for the first time and caught some pretty good-sized waves. This is country #9 for Didi, and even though he ended up getting sick, he was still a trooper, enjoying full days running on the beach and chasing waves.

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