#mybundleofjoy

[wonderinthoseeyes]

What brings me here

I had been toying with the idea of blogging for a while, but it took flying to another country and having a much saner day to actually get me started! And here’s what it is going to be all about! 

My husband and I have always loved visiting and exploring new places. I am a planner to the core and I (almost always) need to know what my day is going to look like. But, my planning took on a whole new level and our travel experiences gained a whole new dimension, once our daughter was born.  

We’ve literally gone places over the past seven years and enjoyed seeing them through her eyes. Of course we’ve had our fair share of planning fails (and victories, where we didn’t forget a thing...really, not kidding!), crazy journeys, last-minute (read unavoidable) changes to itineraries and lot’s more...but what has always made it worth it in the end is the WONDER IN THOSE EYES!     

[missfijiwaters-blog]

#GoodMorning #Happy #Tuesday from...idk whose child this is with these #Babyteeth and can walk...idk where #MyBundleOfJoy went. This one is growing too rapidly for my eyes you keep up. Lol #iLoveMyBaby #StinkaButt #Face #PrincessAugust https://www.instagram.com/p/BykbibOg4mt/?igshid=1s2vdo3c3xp4f

[manishas]

Happiness looks like this!!🥰🥰 #ourdailymoments #letthembelittle #growinguptogether #growingupwithsiblings #growingupfast #theygrowupsofast #theygrowsofast #adorable #siblings #siblingslove #brothers #mybabies #kidspictures #kidsphotography #photooftheday #picoftheday #blessedtobeamom #motheroftwoboys #myboys #mybundleofjoy #lovetoseethemsmile #smiles #allthatfun #lovethem #manishashrivastava #dailymoments (at Mumbai, Maharashtra) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEtJZ4Bp60N/?igshid=u1uww985cyy0

[aerynw]

•💙FEBRUARY 25TH, 2020💙• ***************************** Officially the greatest day of my life. I have a new found appreciation for not only the role and real ness of becoming a mother but the true unpredictability that pregnancy and labor alone can honestly be. I thought I grasped the depth and pride, the love I have for my child but this experience puts it all into a whole new perspective and meaning. From the moment I heard his cry for the first time, after going through what we’ve gone through together over these last 10 months, nothing compares to finally having you in my arms. The forever representation of Christian and my love for each other has arrived healthy and hearty. With him currently in my arms it still feels surreal and at the same time beyond incredible. I’m forever grateful for the love and support I’ve been blessed to receive on this entire journey. Shout out to the love of my life @christianrieux for being the best fiancé and a total boulder of support since day one. Here’s to our son and his future that is brighter than ever. I am so filled with love! This is only the beginning. Welcome to the world PHARAOH AMEN ZATTIS RHEA! My son, my love, my baby, my world. You are more than what I could’ve asked for. #babyboy #9lbs3oz #21inches #mybundleofjoy #heshere #wedidthat #ididthat #parenthoodhereweare #csection #tohealing #nopainnogain #motherhood #officiallyamommy #forever #KingofKings #from2to3 #blackhistorymonth #kayimdone #kthxbai #nuffsaid https://www.instagram.com/p/B9IyOZWjCjd/?igshid=1dhjsmmuggg9n

[yuriokawa]

Whenever i feel down, i just look at this cute stuff toy of mine then everything seems to be better ❤️💜❤️😊♥️ #mybundleofjoy #myhappiness #mystrength #myeverything #babyjsadventures #babyjtheexplorer https://www.instagram.com/p/B5xhXObppvOqXQr9G3gndugZxLCvbQxc3g_5lQ0/?igshid=1i57y88b64vs

[iamswarnima]

BUNDLE OF JOY😘💙 . . . #cutenessoverload😍 #stressbuster #lovehim#innocence #mybundleofjoy #happinessoverloaded #siblingslove#siblings #brothersisterlove #smilemakesmiles #blessed#cutiepie #throwback🔙 #throwbackpic #freedomoftime #travellingfun #instalike#Instagood #instapost#instashare #stayblessed😇😇 (at My Happy Place) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0SeFpfgsHG/?igshid=kriuv9chlvmv

[thanks4remembering]

That’s the Hannah effect! aka @flowersmiles_ Ever since we met her at the @yurtcafelondon she has kept on bringing Joy into our lives in her very distinctive, colourful yet oh so gentle way. It all started with an open smile and a simple conversation... followed by fun performances and lately this little soulful creation of a jumper. Thank you Hannah! #sustainablefashion #talentedartist #happyclothes #thanks4remembering #mybundleofjoy #davidjackwickert #carbonneutral https://www.instagram.com/p/BxPznUhHzMU/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=2xcui6fvgpox

[sinegadi]

Kk and Akang #Aurora #Arka #TheATeam #The🍎ofour👀 #KesayanganAyahManda minus #Athalia #HappyKidsHappyLife💖 #mybundleofjoy https://www.instagram.com/sinegadi/p/BvrUfAAAlUDTBAuydHQiywRkx8t4UyXMprKwSw0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=16f5555n6xttu

[dannidrops]

Issa boy #lildrops #issaboy #babyboy #mybundleofjoy #💙 (at Fresno, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/BsWL3VYgD6K/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1ebpg7s3i8w4t

[wonderinthoseeyes]

The first trip...

The initial months after Aadyaa was born were a blur as she kept us awake through most nights. Before she was born, we had always managed to fit in mini-vacations as and when we could. So as we approached her six-month milestone, we badly needed a change of scene! We also felt ready to venture out of the comfort zone and break out of the routine. 

Soon, we planned our very first trip as a family of three to a bustling hill station, Mahabaleshwar, not too far away from home! There were several moments and firsts that made this trip special! Another reason we’ll always remember this one was epic first-time-parents mistakes we made, which we still laugh about! 

It was Christmas time and Mahabaleshwar was wintry as could be, with cold, crisp air! We had picked a hotel that was highly recommended by friends due to the walking distance to the famous market. The hotel was also known for delicious food, so it almost ticked all the boxes! Well...almost and I’ll come to that soon! Anyway, it was good drive with Aadyaa sleeping comfortably in her infant seat.

As we settled into the hotel room and unpacked, we realized that in packing all of Aadyaa’s stuff…we had forgotten most of ours...of which clothes to keep us warm topped the list! While she had six sweaters for three days, budgeting for what if the journey makes her queasy, what if she spills her food, what if she tossed the bottle…and so on (you get the drift, right!)…we totally forgot to pack any warm clothes for us! We laughed and grinned put on clothes that weren’t meant to be layered in layers, and looked like fools as we started walking towards the market 😊 Aadyaa was oblivious, happy, and super cozy in the baby carrier. 

We soon forgot about the awkward layers we had forced ourselves into, as we focused on showing Aadyaa every little thing on the way...a small puppy engrossed in chasing its own tail, fallen leaves and flowers, branches swaying to the breeze, colorful ware in the shops, luscious berries in huge heaps, and almost everything that caught our attention. I still remember the wonder in her eyes, taking in all the colors and the movement amidst the chatter in the market and our non-stop commentary. Those little eyes were widening in wonder every often and there was an occasional celebratory giggle too! Loved every moment! 

We got back after a long walk, hungry and tired. Aadyaa dozed off on the way back. It was no fun talking to each other in that crazy hush tone that all parents seem to switch to when the kids sleep...forgetting that we were walking back from a busy market and there were so many other sounds that could have woken her up! It was a quiet and looonng walk back to the hotel. That’s when we realized the one box that this hotel did not tick...room service! Not wanting to risk waking her up, we took turns in dragging ourselves to the dining area for the meal. This has been a lesson I’ve never forgotten, and the one thing that I’ve always checked hotel bookings for since this day has undoubtedly been the availability of room service!   

We spent another day repeating this routine before we headed back home. There wasn’t much else to do anyway, the only difference was the yummy strawberry with cream that we did have at Bagicha on the second day! Yumm! 

Regardless of our goof ups, we have some of Aadyaa’s most gorgeous photos and memories from this trip—our first trip with her! :) 

That’s all for now! More fun on the next one…

[missfijiwaters-blog]

#MyFavoritePersonInTheWorld #PrincessAugust #ChunkMonster #MyBundleOfJoy #GettingSoBig #17MonthsOld #iLoveBeingHerMom #BrownGirls #BlackGirlsRock (at Louisville, Kentucky) https://www.instagram.com/p/B7Jr592pxoN/?igshid=1xf21fzitcazo

[allydatay]

Bonding time😍 #myblacksweet #mybundleofjoy #myfavorite #catininstagram #cemong #catoninstagram #catvideos #blackcatisawesome #mykitt

[bitsnpiecesofjoy]

I will never know how you manage to grow your hair soooo fast!!! #ulaythebeauty #venzondogs #fluffybabies #mybundleofjoy #dailydoseofcuteness #pomspitz #pomeranian #poms #dogsofinstagram #mansbestfriend #mustlovedogs

[ashiniangel93me]

Joining the bandwagon with my little ones, it won't be complete without me or at least I assume so. Yesterday was probably the first time I dressed up completely with make up on during this MCO period. Missed dressing up and my make up! Those things are now officially being utilized by @beyond_shini and @diva__krsna27 coz they did more tik toks, dance videos and photoshoots than ever, put 2019 together LOL 🤣 Ps to those who asked if where am I going all dressed up yesterday, it was for this video. My sisters did theirs last week and was waiting for mine. #dontrushchallenge #shinisisters #sistersforever #mybundleofjoy #mypainintheass #stayhome #staysafe https://www.instagram.com/p/B_vBByvHdz0/?igshid=7159pt076yh7

[chelsiboiii]

I think I now believe at love at first sight. 😍💖 Towa/Toa, namimiss agad kita kahit wala pa tayong 24hours na magkasama or nagkikita. Omg. Ano ginawa mo sakin? 😭😍💖 I miss you bb boy. Huhuhu. See you later pag uwi ko. Be a good boy diyan sa bahay. Wag pasaway. 😊💖🐶 #doggo #pupper #puppy #aspin #askal #Towa #Toa #idontevenknowhowtospellhisname #LOL 😂 #mybundleofjoy #imissourpuppy #puppyfever https://www.instagram.com/p/BrPRHREhBTMxh78Ac-GdFkdqJT7MpB6hYX6LOI0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=axggjdwueio6

[guaaili]

Look at those chubby cheeks for yours my little one 😍💕 #mybundleofjoy #myeverything