Here's a couple of photo's of Luca pre operation, taken only a couple of days ago. I did intend to provide some "apres" pictures today, but my intended schedule and intentions today have been thrown a bit by a car crash earlier.
I'm off work today and Friday to look after the wee one, so I took him through to Banchory first thing to see his Granny Jo. Unfortunately, as we travelled into Banchory the traffic started to clog slightly. We slowed down to a gradual stop, but unfortunately the idiot in the Volkswagen behind us didn't. A huge bang was heard as he clattered into the back of us. I spun round to check on Luca (who looked shocked) before quickly turning off the road and into the park. The moron followed us. I was terrified about Luca's state, so as soon as I pulled the handbrake on I swung around to check him. He was killing himself laughing! The little bugger was absolutely fine! I was still furious though about the potential harm to Luca that could have resulted and after jumping out the car literally ran toward the moron. He obviously realised my irate state immediately and was holloring sincere apologies as I covered the ground. Thankfully I came to my senses before doing anything daft, though it was worryingly close as the red mist had descended. A natural reaction when your kids wellbeing is compromised I guess.
After taking his details I had a proper look at the cars. The front of his car was entirely caved in - I can't believe he was able to drive it away - but unbelievably the only (apparent) damage to mine is scratches. I guess the bonus of a 4x4 is they're built solidly. I'm hugely thankful for this, as it makes you realise how well protected Luca is in there. And he's the most valuable thing I own.
After calling Carole - who spent a few minutes ensuring my adrenaline reduced before driving off again - I continued onto Arbor Court. Mum had a check of Luca too, and again the conclusion was that he was absolutely fine, and probably was barely aware of what happened. Indeed, had the noise not been so loud neither Luca or I would hardly have noticed. It was surprising how little movement there was within our seats at the time. Sima was certainly aware though, as she threw up immediately after impact!
After a late breakfast, mum, Luca, Sima and I went for a walk to the park, which was punctuated by much chattering, as well as the realisation that Luca (at full pace) is now almost quicker than his Granny Jo!
We came back to Inverurie just after lunch (and naughtily shared a bar of chocolate on route - Luca is almost addicted to chocolate and we're trying to keep his intake to a minimum. It's like dealing with a heroin addict!), and put him straight to bed on arrival home. However, it's now 3pm and he's still shouting for dad so this rest may be rather short lived. We also said goodbye to Grandma Liz at the train station this morning too. A real shame, as she's been a pleasure to have stay, and Luca's going to miss her a lot. I did cook a meal for she and Carole last night as a thank you, but as it was a tad (cough) overcooked it probably came across as more of an insult!
**Useless fact of the day - Scientists studying the human tendency to follow another's gaze have linked the behaviour with that of lemurs, it emerged yesterday. Psychologists at the University of St Andrews said the action is a practical, food-finding skill dating back to the time of the first primates. Previous studies of our closer relatives – apes and monkeys – found they could follow the direction of another's gaze but failed to use the ability for a purpose such as locating nourishment. It has now emerged lemurs display the same skill as us**
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