First trip away :-(

This photo is at the Florida Gator Homecoming Parade in Gainesville.

Daddy just spent his first extended period of time away from the family, and it was hard.

I went to Costa Rica for a few days to do some business (and one day of pleasure) and it seemed as if Neko had gained 10lbs and was doing so many new things when I got back. It was such a good feeling to have her in my arms when I got back that I thought I might squeeze her little eyeballs out.

Neko is now cooing so cutely, is very content just sitting by herself and blowing bubbles... and I think we have our first laugh right around the corner.

Now that I am back I don't ever want to leave again. I know the time will come again, but I won't like it one bit.

Brandon