At home

Emily and Benjamin are having a good time getting to know one another. Benjamin loves to get close to "see Emily" and has only 2 or 3 times tried to "touch Emily's eyes". He is concerned and empathetic when she cries, and he tries to make her laugh (a little early still) when she is chilling. He has some patented "show-off" moves, and can be quite proud of himself, saying "silly Emily" and "silly Benjamin" and laughing hysterically.

We have enjoyed a mild summer in Napa, and are gearing up for some heat in the next few weeks. Benjamin is starting school (a toddler program, "pre" preschool) at the end of August, 2 days a week. He is repeating absolutely everything, so here's hoping some of the more choice words don't make an appearance at school!!

Some shots from around the house the last couple of weeks.



First ride in the "Swing of Neglect"


Ben revisiting the bassinet from the stroller (he is a little bigger than the last time he was in it!!)
Snuggled up in the Moses basket for a catnap
Vibrating away in la-la land
Mostly ambivalent still

Showing off for Emily (this is "open" which often ends in a near split)

Pensive baby girl

Emily's first bath

Now Ben likes to "see Emily"

Super girlie tutu from a photo shoot with a local photographer