Friday, September 28, 2007

another day another wonderful gift










Due to our loving family and dear friends, baby presents have been arriving daily. Today, something really special and dear to me was on our doorstep - an out of print 1966 copy of "Henry the Explorer" by Mark Taylor. I am super excited because this was probably my favorite ALL TIME children's book (and series) growing up.

The book is touted, by more professional book reviewers than me, as such:

"The adventures of Laird Angus McAngus and Henry continue. An excellent book for children who are matter of fact, independent thinkers and problem solvers. Henry identifies himself as an explorer: prepares, follows his plan, willingly ventures into the unknown, positively asserts that the improbable will certainly happen. The illustrations in this set of books are wonderful. Each book takes place in a different season (illustrated in the spread where the mailman is walking along the road as Henry starts out on his adventures). A wonderful story that can be enjoyed for years."

How awesome is THAT! MANY THANKS TO MY MOM (Linda Evans) for this incredible gift!

Oh yeah - Lucy says she is ready to eat the book as soon as she can :)

Thursday, September 27, 2007

first post ever



so far, we have been diligently training our dog so that she knows how to properly deal with toddlers: