He's Finally Back!

It has felt like an eternity since I last saw Mason.  This past weekend, starting Friday, he went to Arkansas with my Mom who flew down from South Carolina.  I picked her up at the airport and she went to Arkansas with my cousins to celebrate my Aunt's Birthday.  She really wanted to spend time with Mason and since Laura had to study for an exam and I had to work; we both couldn't make the trip.  Therefore, we let Mason spend the weekend with her in Arkansas along with the rest of the family.  He had a fun time like always, and once again he went to go visit the Buddhist Temple.  His great grandmother also cooked him some Vietnamese porridge aka "Chao."  It was his first taste of an authentic Vietnamese dish.  He loved it.  Although we missed him dearly, my family sent us a lot of photo messages.

While in Arkansas, Mason received a bath everyday from my Mom

Mason sticking to his roots

Mason came back to Texas on Sunday and we went to go pick him up and say bye to my mom.  Then on Tuesday I found out I had court early Wendesday morning and that was at the same day and time Laura had her exam.  And unfortunately our babysitter backed out at the last minute.  However, thanks to my Oanhderful family, Mason's great Aunt and cousin volunteered to take care of him for the day.  So Tuesday I drove him to Sachse where he spent another fun filled day with lots of family members.  Laura and I picked him up the following day on Wednesday after we were able to catch up on our sleep.  We received good reviews that Mason was very well behaved and stuck to his sleeping schedule. 

Mason enjoying his time in Sachse

Ba Noi leaves back to SC

Ba Noi came on Thanksgiving day and left today.  It was a short but sweet visit.  We shall see her again soon.  Mason is definitely attached to her.

"Ba Noi, please don't leave me"

Ba Noi spending her last few minutes with Mason

The goodbye photo

Mason's First Thanksgiving!

Mason's first Thanksgiving was celebrated in 

Fort Smith, Arkansas.  

Son, 

Today is your first Thanksgiving and there is so much I am thankful for.  First off, I am thankful for your beautiful mother who has been by my side through many years.   She is such a hard worker, going to class and clinical numerous hours a day, and then coming home to care for you while she studies long and tedious hours.   She also gave me the most wonderful gift in the world, you!  

Our Family Thanksgiving Photo

Grandparents

Ba Noi

Grandma

Grandpa

Great Grandmother

Ba Noi left but she will be back

Laura and myself had a wonderful experience while my mother was visiting.  There was so much we did together and talked about within a few days that brought us all close together.  I know Mason really enjoyed his Grandmother's company.  She spent as much time as possible as she could with him while she was here.  She even woke up late at night to care for him so Laura and I could get some rest.  She also threw him the best one month party celebration.

Today, I drove my mom to the airport so she could fly back to South Carolina.  Laura, Mason, and I are all sad.   However we already scheduled for her to come visit during Thanksgiving which will be exciting!  We love you mom, thank you for everything! 

Grandma's last time holding Mason before she leaves.  He held on for dear life to keep her close.

 

Ba Noi Spending Time With Mason

Son,
Ba Noi loves you very much.  She also spoils you more than anyone else.  You are a very lucky baby.