Dog Days of Summer

I've got a lot to share about the last couple of weeks. I apologize for not writing sooner, but Mom has been hogging the laptop to finish up her summer classes. I kept reminding her that I want ALL of her attention but she insisted on squeezing in some time for a few papers and lots of reading. She did so well that she gets a month of vacation. Good job, Mom!
I have been busy learning to crawl this month. I shocked the 'rents by getting up on all fours the other day and somehow I fell into a sitting position. I'll be damned if I can't make that happen more often. I am so excited to do some exploring on my own. There is a ton of new stuff that looks like it is within reach and I plan on investigating in all in the coming weeks.
The picture of me crying was caught while Dad and Uncle Greg were having a little fun at my expense. Dad has this awful mooing sound that gets me all worked up. I am not sure if I hate cows or feel so bad for their plight, but I can't help crying my head off. At least I am entertaining.
On Sunday I was hanging out with Grandma Pam in my new Ergo. I swear it is hard to find a comfortable adult saddle. I've been in the Baby Bjorn, but my ride complains of a sore back after a little while. I get in the Hip Hammock every now and again, but that's a one trick pony. I tried a Sotemi briefly and that doesn't really allow me the freedom to look around too much, but it was comfortable. I get into a simple cloth sling once in a while but only briefly. I've got Mom sporting the oh-so-trendy Ergo and I think I like it. I can ride in front, in back, and even on the side, but not facing outwards. Nonetheless, I am gonna stick it out in this one for a while.

In the next few weeks I'll try to give Mom or Dad a chance to take a photo of me really crawling and post it up here. I'll be headed to the beach, to the Gorge, and back to the beach for some fishing before Mom heads back to school in late September. And, before I sign off... congratulations to Ginny and Sam! Also, good luck in Seattle, DF! (posted by Ed)