Smiling Anna At Home

This photo captures how Anna looks in real life quite well. So Irina probably took it Anyway, the 11th of September 2009 was the setting, back in our flat. You can see the blanket/duvet we put on the floor when Anna plays (to keep her away from cat hair etc.), and the sofa cushions from …

Farewell Summer.

Deciding to take advantage of what was then the rapidly ending of summer days in Astana, Irina, I and Anna walked across to Ali Ba Ba (the outdoor seating section of Farhi) and had a snack and a couple of drinks. Anna behaved brilliantly, probably helped by the face we were sat at the Kazakh-style …

KFC In Astana!

Yes, there is indeed a branch of Kentucky Fried Chicken here in Astana, in the Mega shopping centre to be precise. For any doubters out there, below is a photo taken on the 7th of September 2009, with Anna sat in her pushchair. Anna In Mega Ooops, just re-checked the picture, and the yellow lighting …

Sat Up In Denim

The 4th of September 2009 saw this photo being taken of Anna sat up in her denim shorts. The shorts are actually a better fit than they look there – they were just pulled a bit high on Anna’s tummy. Since this shot, she can not only sit upright completely solo, she can also stand …