Scooping Snow

Ode to a Puddle

Who's Chicken?

Last time we went out to Adam and Lenore's place, Archer got pecked. But his fear of chickens now seems to have subsided. Just keep feeding 'em, Arch.

The Morning Routine

Now that Phil and I are both working stiffs, we really cherish our early mornings with Archie. But we wish they didn't have to be quite so early.

Hard Workin' Yard Workin'...

His Big Papa will be so proud.

On the Pot

Pick Yerself Up, Dust Yerself Off...

What can I say - he's a freak on the dance floor.

Aaawwww...

I'm usually not that big on setting up these types of forced, phony scenes...but these two seemed pretty willing. Aya and Archie were born one day apart and are quite clearly destined to be sweethearts.

What would happen if...

...Archer was stranded on a deserted island?

You can lead a boy to a horse...

...but you can't make him feed it.

Tastefully Nude

Tricycling has never been this fun.

Wenatchee is Soooooo Relaxing.

Archer Enjoys His Own Blog

Archer got a real kick out of watching himself being chased by his dad.

Using a Spoon

He likes the comfort and security of a spoon in his left hand while he shovels in food with his right...

Herculean Effort

Get to Work!

You know it does my heart good to see this kid show an interest in cleaning the house.

A Good Relationship

A child who likes to throw balls + a dog that likes to fetch balls = good times.

The Chase Is On

'Nough Said.

Thanks for the t-shirt, Casey. Funny.

Walking

This happened overnight. Literally. This morning, Phil put Archie onto the floor from our bed and he walked out the door and into the front room.

Sign Language

Archer loves the sign for "MORE" - it is perfectly in line with his eating habits.

Friends Helping Friends

"You look like you could use a pacifier..."

What Was I Thinking?

Wait for it, wait for it...

Pre-Walking

Danger - Household Chemicals.

Child proof locks for the cabinet - check.

Mine. No, mine.

Socialization

Awkward.

He's So Vain...

...He probably thinks this blog is about him...

Stairmaster

We're all about stairs these days. Up and down the main staircase. Hours and hours if left to his own devices.

The Social Butterfly

Archer loves to crawl out into the hall of our dorm and wave at the college kids. He also doles out high-fives with fervor.

Drinking

Spooning

Water Bug: The Final Cut

The Water Bug Returns - Part V

The Water Bug Returns - Part IV

The Water Bug Returns - Part III

The Water Bug Returns - Part II

The Water Bug Returns - Part I

The Water Bug Series - Part IV

A parting shot from the pool...

The Water Bug Series - Part III

The Water Bug Series - Part II

The Water Bug Series - Part I

Eliot Shows Archer How It's Done

What the #*%&!?

How does this thing work?

Reading is Fun!

Aaawww...more heartwarming father/son time.

The Sweet Spot

Ribs or belly: take your pick.

Place Your Bets...

...Which car will win? Red or green?

Archer's New Hobby

Everyday I feel like a meek librarian, reshelving again and again.

Jostling the Child

Oh, it is our favorite activity.

Ordinary Playing or Military Training?

Archer's play often resembles some kind of boot camp scenario; lifting and launching blunt objects, doing the low crawl, climbing over obstacles. Wondering if he's been exposed to some military infant recruitment that I don't know about...

Yowling and Bobbing

I like how he offers his dad the orange toy at the end as if to say, "Here, Dad, this might help you with your yowling and bobbing."

Monkey Eating Orange

A Heart Melting Smile

Christmas Eve Party

More Christmas Morning

Christmas Morning

Mexico Vacation

Highlights: sand, sunshine, waves, lots of nakedness.

Lowlights: endless diarrhea, one chipped tooth.