Blue crab colored II

Our day comes to a close here,  and the sun rises on another day at home. We have gotten into a bit of a routine at our place here. 

When a baby comes into the world, they have complete dependency upon the people that are a part of his family. It is not always just the parents. Sometimes it is a single mom or dad, sometimes a grandparent,  sometimes an adoptive family. Neel's first ten days here have been an eye opening experience for all his family involved.  We all have given a hand in one way or another. Sometimes holding him, changing him, or letting him just sleep in our arms. Laundry, meals, encouragement,  hands to hold, and support for the new parents. Neel is one lucky young man! His parents both already love him dearly,  as evidenced by the loving touches,  gentle words, and rocking arms calming a screaming baby. I am so impressed with both Bappa and Christina in the way they have both slipped so easily into parenthood. They are both tired, as newborn parents are, with multiple feedings turning into longer stretches of sleep for all. Still not long enough for parents,  but they will survive this first part of childhood. I am also impressed with Bappa, his loving care given to his wife and son makes this mother feel better about a daughter and grandchild living so far away. His parents are so happy as well, with Sumita over the moon, swaying and singing Bengali to Neel as he rests in her arms. This child will already be ahead of most,  speaking three languages while most of us only speak one! Such is life here in India, quiet and hopefully restful tonight for all!

Blue crab colored II, Acrylic on canvas, 12x12
Day 76 of the 100 days- 100 paintings 2018