But come 11pm, she is up and rearing to go, giving her very unfit Papa some important lessons in endurance and stamina, which often lasts till the early parts of the morning.
Isabel has also managed to convince her very gullible parents into allowing her into their bed, which usually results in a few hours of restful slumber for her, and more importantly for Amma and Papa as well. In those early hours - even through very sleepy eyes - we are reminded of exactly how much she means to us...
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