I had asked a few people that are close to Aghoo to write a few words for Aghoo's birthday..
I am so moved by these and want to save it here for posterity
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From Vaidu Mami
Where do I start? Ok let me start by my chronicle of U J
When we learnt from your parents that you were expected, (Your dada being the Peter he is, made the announcement in English saying “Guess what guys, we are going to have a baby” and he was beaming-Ur amma had the biggest smile I had seen until the day she showed U to us) I was fervently hoping for a huggable, lovable, cute, smart little girl whom we could dress as much as we like and who would be a Diva no less!!! You have more than answered my hopes Riyu !!
We saw you on Feb 6th – Saturday at around 5:30 pm .. U were exact replica of Ur dada..Ramya’s home was completely transformed from a modern couple’s home to a home filled with Baby cribs, a cute bowl in which you bathed, baby diapers, wipes and there was little you in a big crib J. Ur mom and dad were treating handling you like a nuclear element-with utmost care and gentleness (still not believing that you were real) and ur amma paati was here all excited J
Fast forward to few months-We took you to Lake tahoe when u were 4 month old-U screamed your head off during the drive-At that time when you were 4 month old, U obliged us with occasional smile and loads of cute baby coos.Our first Hawaii trip was with U Aghoo and boy oh boy it was so fun filled-U have always love water and swimming pool. I have some adorable videos of U enjoying ur first swim.We played with U non stop and U were attached to Mommy like her finger :P
You first birthday took place in Lake Elizabeth and U had walked by then.. we had delicious cake and yummy food to enjoy along with Ur Ava and Ashok chitta’s ppt playing.Do you remember the day when u started 1-2 for signifying more than one? Once I said Riya, I will get you one – two flower and got you only one.. and man U remembered that I said one two and demanded for another-What a memory baby!
U ,Ava and I had loads of fun decorating your feet nails with Ava’s French Manicure pen-tips(hope you remember this :P). One day we all took you to Half Moon Bay (when you were just 2) and took you downtown Palo Alto for some dinner-U insisted on dancing on the street to music from random Guitar player and wearing only Diaper with your 1-c while eating food.. We have never been more enthralled :P
Please remember Ava’s surprise baby shower-U were super excited that soooo many people were home that U kept saying “Thippi surprise pannalaamm “ J..Baby, why do you choose me and Ava as ur official food giver in all social functions?? Its almost like “My amma does this everyday-let her have fun in this occasion, U Vaidu maami/Ava take care of me “.. remba sammathu. I wish I had a camera to capture the look of pride and delight and you screaming “Go Mommy” when Ur mom rode (for a few feet) Param’s cycle around the park-U were constantly screaming Go Mommy and when I was cycling, U kept asking me “Vaidu maami, all done????” implying Ur mom must ride now.. What a diplomacy.. U certainly inherit it from Ramya
I have no clue how that baby in Hawaii is the 3 year old who holds our attention all the time now.. U have had a conversational burst after India trip saying terms like “Malavalapazham”,”Veshamam pannara”,”Venumne Shoellara”and so on.
Some trademark Riya characteristics-
· U are so unhappy when guests leave ur home (just like ur parents),
· How do you know that Venky mama and I are a couple-U always ask for other when U see us alone, 3)
· Very intuitive – U know that ur mommy will talk to me or amma palya while driving
· very fun loving-U grace us with instant bursts into dance when Kutthu Paatu is playing
· ABSOLUTELY FEARLESS –when a dog came running towards us in Coitt Tower in winter 2010, U stood proud and fearless .. we all bolted from the scene
· eager to try new food/things (most mommies will do anything to have a baby who likes to try stuff like U)
· Love to dress up-Once I asked U why you were dressed head to toe in pink - U replied “Why? Na boooootiful ahh iruken la? Adhu naala dhaan”
· Very affectionate – U get attached very easily papa-hope you stay the same
· Clarity of thought is mind boggling-I don’t have it still Kanna J
· Fast learner-It takes only one telling to make u understand
· Cute Dancer and entertainer
· Big Lover of strawberries and “bir –naani”
I cannot really think of proper conclusion to this Riya baby as I am going to be around you as long as I am on earth..But I cannot sign off without telling you
I am so moved by these and want to save it here for posterity
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From Vaidu Mami
Where do I start? Ok let me start by my chronicle of U J
When we learnt from your parents that you were expected, (Your dada being the Peter he is, made the announcement in English saying “Guess what guys, we are going to have a baby” and he was beaming-Ur amma had the biggest smile I had seen until the day she showed U to us) I was fervently hoping for a huggable, lovable, cute, smart little girl whom we could dress as much as we like and who would be a Diva no less!!! You have more than answered my hopes Riyu !!
We saw you on Feb 6th – Saturday at around 5:30 pm .. U were exact replica of Ur dada..Ramya’s home was completely transformed from a modern couple’s home to a home filled with Baby cribs, a cute bowl in which you bathed, baby diapers, wipes and there was little you in a big crib J. Ur mom and dad were treating handling you like a nuclear element-with utmost care and gentleness (still not believing that you were real) and ur amma paati was here all excited J
Fast forward to few months-We took you to Lake tahoe when u were 4 month old-U screamed your head off during the drive-At that time when you were 4 month old, U obliged us with occasional smile and loads of cute baby coos.Our first Hawaii trip was with U Aghoo and boy oh boy it was so fun filled-U have always love water and swimming pool. I have some adorable videos of U enjoying ur first swim.We played with U non stop and U were attached to Mommy like her finger :P
You first birthday took place in Lake Elizabeth and U had walked by then.. we had delicious cake and yummy food to enjoy along with Ur Ava and Ashok chitta’s ppt playing.Do you remember the day when u started 1-2 for signifying more than one? Once I said Riya, I will get you one – two flower and got you only one.. and man U remembered that I said one two and demanded for another-What a memory baby!
U ,Ava and I had loads of fun decorating your feet nails with Ava’s French Manicure pen-tips(hope you remember this :P). One day we all took you to Half Moon Bay (when you were just 2) and took you downtown Palo Alto for some dinner-U insisted on dancing on the street to music from random Guitar player and wearing only Diaper with your 1-c while eating food.. We have never been more enthralled :P
Please remember Ava’s surprise baby shower-U were super excited that soooo many people were home that U kept saying “Thippi surprise pannalaamm “ J..Baby, why do you choose me and Ava as ur official food giver in all social functions?? Its almost like “My amma does this everyday-let her have fun in this occasion, U Vaidu maami/Ava take care of me “.. remba sammathu. I wish I had a camera to capture the look of pride and delight and you screaming “Go Mommy” when Ur mom rode (for a few feet) Param’s cycle around the park-U were constantly screaming Go Mommy and when I was cycling, U kept asking me “Vaidu maami, all done????” implying Ur mom must ride now.. What a diplomacy.. U certainly inherit it from Ramya
I have no clue how that baby in Hawaii is the 3 year old who holds our attention all the time now.. U have had a conversational burst after India trip saying terms like “Malavalapazham”,”Veshamam pannara”,”Venumne Shoellara”and so on.
Some trademark Riya characteristics-
· U are so unhappy when guests leave ur home (just like ur parents),
· How do you know that Venky mama and I are a couple-U always ask for other when U see us alone, 3)
· Very intuitive – U know that ur mommy will talk to me or amma palya while driving
· very fun loving-U grace us with instant bursts into dance when Kutthu Paatu is playing
· ABSOLUTELY FEARLESS –when a dog came running towards us in Coitt Tower in winter 2010, U stood proud and fearless .. we all bolted from the scene
· eager to try new food/things (most mommies will do anything to have a baby who likes to try stuff like U)
· Love to dress up-Once I asked U why you were dressed head to toe in pink - U replied “Why? Na boooootiful ahh iruken la? Adhu naala dhaan”
· Very affectionate – U get attached very easily papa-hope you stay the same
· Clarity of thought is mind boggling-I don’t have it still Kanna J
· Fast learner-It takes only one telling to make u understand
· Cute Dancer and entertainer
· Big Lover of strawberries and “bir –naani”
I cannot really think of proper conclusion to this Riya baby as I am going to be around you as long as I am on earth..But I cannot sign off without telling you
“I
Love You”
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From My amma( her amma palya)- She doesnt type very well- so this is a huge deal!
frve iom the day you nwere born my first grandchild all talks were only
about you.all plans of your parents their life started revolving around
you.and the way my firstborn your mom has transformed cannot be put into
simple words.her life revolves around you only.you have made your mom
proud by everything you do.including your timely peeing and pooing.by your arrival into this world you have inculcated values 'responsibilities happiness and what not into your mom.happy bday baby
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From her chithi
Riya kuttyyyy..May you get a lot of joy this year and all the years to come!! Wish you many happy returns of the day!!
Dress up like a princess cutie pie!! Barney and cinderella are on their way!! hope you get them soon :))
With loads of love,
chithi