Fenway Park, "A Lyric Little Bandbox Of A Ballpark"

Noted author John Updike described Fenway Park thusly...I haven't a clue what he meant, but I had fun. Everybody continued to think I was just sooo cute, it was visually stimulating but really loud for my little ears to handle. I had a good time, slept through a six-run second inning rally that put the Nationals to sleep as well and lasted longer than most starting pitchers...into the 6th inning, before we called it a night. I stopped to pose for a few pictures behind the left field wall, AKA, the Green Monster (pronounced "Monsta" if you're a local and can speak--I'm only half way there...). There are a lot of strange and interesting people on Landsdowne St behind the Green Monster. And no, we did not grab a cold one at The Cask and Flaggon...

My First Baseball Game

Mommy and Daddy took me to my first baseball game. It was quite a day. We drove to Daddy's office and I got to look out the building at Boston--that's the highest I've ever been, except for flying of course! And many of Daddy's colleagues thought I was just "soooo cute"...and you know what? They're right...Daddy works with very smart people. We out-fitted Daddy with the Baby Bjourn and he "sherpa-ed" me on the Green Line to Fenway. I think he was more excited than me...

JUMP!

I'm in serious training for the rest of my life. I'm turning it up a notch in my new Jumperoo, developing my legs so that they will be able to carry me for the rest of my life. Of course, when I'm done training, there is no Baby Gatorade for me to refresh with...oh well.

Developmental Milestone!

Let the good times roll! I've started to make like a retiree's 401k...and rollover. Dad says that's a funny joke, but I don't think so. I can go from back to front, but not the other way just yet. Apparently, I've been rolling for about 2 weeks, first showing off for Nana last week and then wowing Mommy and Daddy this week. I would like to thank Cousins Brian and Justin for inspiring me (along with Auntie Meg, of course!).

Mommy & Me

I'm cute on my own, but me and Mommy make for an irresistable photo-op.

Yummy!

Some people can't pass a mirror without stopping and checking themselves out. Me? I can't resist chewing on a mirror, or anything else for that matter.

Tummy Time

I'm still working on it, but eventually I'll enjoy spending time on my tummy. This morning, I had some tummy time on Daddy's tummy, holding my head up and posing as Mommy took some candid shots. At this point, though, all I can really do on my tummy is drool and hold my head and shoulders up a little bit.

A Memorable Memorial Day

I had my first picnic at Webb Memorial State Park overlooking Hingham Bay. There were lots of kids, dogs and sunshine. We found a shadey spot and enjoyed a picnic lunch whipped up by Mommy's friend, Elizabeth. And yes, it was (finally!!) so warm and sunny that I needed a hat.

...and I'm Spent

Sometimes I get so excited on my play matt that I just wear myself out...

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OK, we finally got back the camera-to-computer USB cord which was left behind in Maryland...enjoy!

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Some New Stuff

Cousin Luke was kind enough to let me borrow some of his stuff so that I would have lots of my creature comforts during the weeks that Auntie Meg takes care of me. I'm loving his baby bowflex, it's got more dangling friends for me to meet and pull on.

As Long As I'm In The Picture...

...it's a good one. As you can see, the fact that Daddy and Mommy aren't exactly "featured" in this photo is not necessarily a bad thing, since I'm smack-dab in the middle...

Grand Parents In Da' House

Grandmom Lin and Grandpa Matt came to stay with us to look after me for a week while Mommy and Daddy were at work. Their dog, Maggie, helped too. She guarded me in my crib at night and required ID before letting anyone near me, even to change my pants or feed me. We took lots of pictures before they drove home...

Final Thoughts on My Trip to Bethesda

I had such a good time. I met relatives. I was snuggled and cuddled all the time by my grandparents. In fact, I was so content, I didn't even mind getting my diaper changed on the floor...

Grandmom Lin Loves to Hold Me (can you blame her?)

Yup, I've said before and I'll go right on saying it: grandmothers can't get enough of me. Doesn't matter where or when, I'm just irresistable.

Hanging Out with Grandpa Matt

Yep, safe to say my cuteness and cuddle-ability has won over both grandfathers. Here I am spending some quality time with Grandpa Matt in his favorite chair...I believe it is one where he spends a lot of time watching football and basketball games while eating salted snacks...

I've Got Relatives Everywhere!

That's Aunt Margaret and Cousin Ally at Margaret's house in Arlington, VA. She's a big fan of geneology and I can only assume by now that she's got Ally and me listed in her extensive files!