Happy new year

We've just returned from our river trip to find Bluet safe and well with her Aunt Abatha back in St louis. Indeed she seems to have benefitted from her first full day away from both parents (31st December 2011, fact fans) and learned how to sit up by herself AND how to clap her hands.

Initially she was confused by our reappearance, probably because we smelt funny after two shower free days on the river - a tasty blend of woodsmoke and sweat no doubt. Once we'd showered, she was happy to have us back, talking and laughing. For a while. Now the magic of reunification has worn off and a tired Bluet is being fed dinner before bed.