a much-needed, welcome distraction.

Hi, I'm Charlie of the blurry hand:

Here's his "official" two month photo, which was taken about five days early (does that make up for the fact that his one month photo was about a week late?). He is, again, Charlie of the blurry hand ... I clearly need to do some speed setting adjustments on my camera:

Here's the picture I took on his actual two month birthday - this one was taken in England. Yes, Charlie is now officially a world traveler - a passport holder and everything ;o)

Charlie and I traveled to England to attend my grandmother's funeral. I wasn't sure if I was going to be able to survive a transatlantic journey, without my husband, in addition to the death of my darling Nana, but we managed. Charlie was an absolute gem - I cannot tell you how proud I was of him. 

Cute babies heal all wounds, he was such a blessing to us all, during a very difficult time.

I'm still in the process of getting my head above water, after an emotional roller coaster of a summer, but I'm determined to recommit to this blog - especially since I'll be returning to work next week.

I spent a lot of time online, prior to our departure, trying to gather as much advice as possible re: international travel with an infant - so I'm anxious to share what I learned in order to sort of pay it forward, since much of the advice I read was invaluable. So look for that soon.

Comments

[Pamela]

when i was only a few months old, i helped my mom get thru the death of her grandmother. she has said the same special things you've said about charlie.

keeping you in my thoughts...

PS he's such a handsome little guy.

[Sarah]

I'm sorry to hear about your nana. My grandma passed about a month ago as well and my whole family is comforted by the fact that we are about the usher in the next generation - there really is a lot to that.

[N.]

I am so sorry for your loss. A cute baby is definitely a good distraction. I'm so glad to hear your travels went smoothly. I look forward to hearing all your tips!

[Diana]

My goodness. Look how much he's changed since he was born. He is so handsome. My dear Ellen, we should go out just you and I and talk. xoxo

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One thing that I find the most helpful is number five.