Five Days Later

Auggie returned home from the hospital Saturday evening after a rather stress-filled day. (It is a long story that I will likely elaborate further upon later.) Thankfully Oma and Granda prepared the house so it was ready for us when we arrived. Lola prepared a terrific dinner including chicken adobo, a gourmet veggie omelet and organic greens. It was Auggie's first opportunity to smell good food.


Leslie enjoying her new little boy


Oma Trudeau with Auggie

We feel that Auggie has taken a liking to his new home for several reasons: (1) it isn't quite as loud as the hospital and doctors and nurses aren't regularly probing him or administering invasive procedures (e.g., MRI [!]); (2) there are a number of fascinating hairy creatures roaming about; and (3) there are lots of toys. This is not to say that Auggie has not had some fussy periods. He did not sleep very well Saturday evening due to some gastrointestinal discomfort. Leslie and I attempted to calm him, but it was Lola who ultimately was able to ease his crying. On Sunday, we purchased a mechanical swing that he appears to be thoroughly enjoying (thanks Craigslist!). Lola also made some Chinese medicine soup for Leslie on Sunday which also appears to have calmed down the little guy.


Caterpillar provided by Lola


Malkovich checking out his new bro

It's hard to believe that Auggie is already five days old. We look forward to your meeting him! Check out the following slideshow for more recent images.


Performative dance and/or first attempt at the sky hook