Cats, Swinging & Grass

Everyone keeps asking "How are the cats adjusting???" Bandit has been exhausted. He comes out briefly to see what Zachary is all about, lets him touch him a bit, then goes into the bedroom to sleep. Storm hides in our bedroom til it's quiet (nap time or bedtime), then he comes out for some lovin'.

We have been introducing the house slowly to Zachary. Too much space seems to overwhelm him. As of now, he has only seen his room, his bathroom, the kitchen and dining room. We have not  gone down to the basement yet, nor to our bedroom/bathroom. He has been getting more comfortable with these areas, now exploring on his own. He is beginning to cry when mom or dad leave the room. Our social worker tells us it's a good sign that he's attaching to us.

We assume that Zachary had never seen grass until Iowa. When we first came home he wanted nothing to do with it. He wouldn't even step on it. Dad coaxed him onto the grass last night; tonight he was running all around on it, pushing his Tonka truck around. Other "firsts" we have enjoyed the last few days include playing on the swing and slide at the park.

Zach is still adjusting to the time change. Saturday and Sunday nights were a bit rough, but we made it through. Then yesterday he had his first experience at the pediatrician---2 shots, blood test, urine sample, TB test, etc. Today he was worn out!

He has been excited to meet aunts, uncles, cousins, grandmas, grandpas, and friends since we have been back. He is such a social guy! Can't wait for you all to meet him.