Slappy Has Friends Who Get It

This was something Lilly did all on her own accord. Later when asked why the dog had a hearing aid, she replied,"Because if it doesn't a hearing aid on, it doesn't hear." And this is why great friends are the chocolate chips in the cookie of life (except for Dzedo, who is allergic to chocolate, then they might be raisins).

Slappy Doesn't Need No Nap

And with no crib walls to constrain her, the room is her oyster. Please note, even the picture is out of the picture frame.

Madd Max Visits Dad At Work

After stopping by Sam's office, we headed over for lunch at The Water Garden. Lunch for Maddie and Sam consisted of a lot of running after ducks.

And a constant battle over whether or not getting in the water was a good idea (it was about 90 degrees - you decide).

Madd Max Has A Happy Meal

Their first one, although it was nothing like what Sam and Jess had promised. There was no big, red box - just a choice between a boy or girl themed bag (we think - we were asked if it was for a boy or a girl and the toy was a fighter plane, the bag, Dora).

Maddie finished the juice box and promptly moved on. Max enjoyed the fries.

Slappy Eats Pho

With some help from Auntie Jamie.

The Scrapper Longs To Be Free

But it's hard when your feet are stuck.

This was his ultimate goal. He can pull himself up onto his knees, but Mom helped with the total rise to his feet. A very pleased Max stood there, blowing raspberries until Mom removed him.

Madd Max Has A Family Meal

But first, a tired Max spent a little cuddle time with Julie.

A very awake Maddie spent some roll around on the floor time with Jack the Dog.

Once home, Taisie cooked a last delicious dinner (her and Toby head back to RI tomorrow), which we were all able to enjoy around the new, bigger kitchen table.