The Penguin

The little penguin found she was hungry and surveyed the lay of the land to see where a fish could be found. She noticed a magical place called Costco, where fish were plentiful and free. She liked the idea very much but she needed to make sure she wasn't going to be late for her appointment. Luckily her time piece was not far off.
The little penguin took advantage of her penguin seat to make her way to Costco. She couldn't wait for her fish, so she made a snack from a helpful hand that was offered her.

When she finally made it to Costco the little Penguin was so excited that she managed to fly around the entire store.

Paris!

We just got into our hotel in Paris and are taking advantage of the free wi-fi.
Flights 3 to 5 of 9 went well with SV being perfect. She slept most of the time, and we even managed to get some sleep. She also played and entertained all the other passengers around us, she is truly a baby ambassador.
It was nearly a perfect trip with all of our luggage arriving with us, and was even first off in Paris. The only hitch was getting a ride from the airport, but that worked out eventually.
Here is our rather small hotel room for the next week.

In Los Angeles

SV had a good flight and did what she does best as soon as we got out of the aeroplane.
We just had our last mexican food before going through security and SV also got one more meal on US soil. Now we are off and we will send the next update when we get to Paris.

Hot tub

We had a chance to use a hot tub a couple of times and SV really enjoyed the warm water and shower afterwards. Here are a couple of photographs from her aquatic performances which included a number of spectators.

Sacramento airport

Waiting for flight number 3 of 9 of the world tour. The US leg of the trip is now complete, and we felt that it went very well. Caught up with lots of family and friends.
Thank you all for spending time with us and all of your generosity.
We'll send word from either LA or Paris.

First time in the snow

We took our baby seal to the snow for the first time. We had a plastic bag on which we put her on, and pulled her along the ground. She seemed to enjoy the experience, and didn't even mind the cold. Her little nose got a bit cold but otherwise her three layers kept her nice and warm.

High chair

At last night's dinner SV had a chance to sit in a high chair at the table for the first time. You can judge for yourself how she liked the experience from the photograph below. She managed to stay it in for half the dinner before we needed to switch things up.

Grandpa

We had a chance to stop and see Dedko Lubko and SV hit it off with him straight away. They had a good time playing on the ground and hanging out in general. SV showed off a little bit by managing to sit on her own once we sat her up.

KT's jumper

SV is enjoying her hand me down jumper which her mum used when she was little. SV still needs to grow into it a bit, but she is already enjoying it.

Marta and Brad

We have spent the last couple of days hanging out with Babka Marta and Granpa Brad in Shingle Springs. We have done quite a few things while up here including going to the snow and the casino. SV has really enjoyed getting to know them and has enjoyed their hospitality including their big fish tank which has fascinated her for hours.

Violet

SV being baby sitted by her new friend Violet. They played very nicely.

Eric and Cheryl

We had a chance to have a nice breakfast with Eric and Cheryl, SV's godgrandparents. Mexican food was the on order, with several tasty breakfast options. Breakfast burritos and huevos rancheros are a good way to start the day. Thank you guys for taking us out! Also Eric, don't eat the baby. We have noticed an alarming trend of people wanting to eat SV, we need to do something to make her look a bit less delectable.

In the hot tub

SV and KT enjoying the good weather in the hot tub. SV is such a water baby. After this we are off to the party.

Uncle Rich

Uncle Rich came up from Santa Cruz to see his niece despite his busy schedule just before his finals. It was good to see him, and despite his previous stance, he enjoyed his time with SV. Also Rich, don't eat the baby.