A Little Bubbly

In preparation for Auntie Amanda's wedding, Chase tried out some bubbly -- in this case, a sip of Nanna's seltzer water. Ace wasn't completely sold at first.

Nanna K

Chase checks out his great grandmother's new bedroom, spending a little quality time with the'elder' Nanna on a rainy Thursday in Maine.

The friendly skies

Despite being strapped down for the better part of seven hours in planes and automobiles today, Ace was a trooper as we trekked across country, heading for Auntie Amanda's wedding.

Somewhere over Pennsylvania, his "Things That Go!" book helped to pass the time.

Piggy Counting

After a hard day bringing home the bacon, Daddy helps Chase count it up in the bank. The Critter is getting quite good at counting, making it as high as two or three before it all becomes a bit muddled.

Jack in the (sand)box

Ace continues his exploration of heavy construction equipment as he tries out a fully functioning jackhammer he found in the "Sand Park" near our house.

Cool toys get left here all the time for everyone to enjoy, and it's a very special treat when we can get to one before rain and overuse do in battery fuction. This lil' beauty was fully powered, and although the kid gave it a try on the rock, he found using it on the sand far more productive.

13.1

Mommy took a pit stop around mile 6 of the Rock 'n Roll Denver Half Marathon to give her greatest fan a hug and kiss. Ace and Daddy had cheering duty at miles 6, 7, 8, & 9 as our favorite lady accomplished the impressive athletic feat of running 13.1 miles in the thin Rocky Mountain air. We are so proud of her!

Rainy Day Monkeys

A sudden turn to cold, rainy weather necessitated a family trip to Monkey Bizness where, in addition to a whole bunch of sliding, climbing, and tumbling, Chase took part in a little art stamping.

(By the way, the word you can't see on his shirt is "Daddy," although "Mommy" would be just as appropriate.")