The Streaker

There's nothing cuter than a naked baby! Emily escaped from her mom (and diaper) and streaked across the living room to check out the action on the patio! She told us that she was just trying to beat the heat. Emily is really getting around now. She's started standing on her own a little and we think she's got two teeth coming in on the top! She's growing up so fast!

Christmas in July

Christmas came early to the White House this year. Emily had a visit from Santa tonight - Santa Don, that is. Emily's grandfather is a member of the Amalgamated Order of Real Bearded Santas and just got back from a convention in Branson, Missouri. Imagine - over 200 Santas all in one town! He and Mrs. Claus stopped by for a photo shoot with Emily in his gear; of course, she had to get dressed up for the occasion, too! I can't decide which one of them is better looking!

Summer Fun

Emily recently took her first trip to Starr's Mill, one of our favorite places for picnics. Unfortunately, I was covered in redbugs and Donald was covered in ticks as soon as we unfolded the blanket! We ate our lunch in the back of the car, took a quick walk around the Mill, and then headed back home. Emily had a fun time snacking on her feet on the drive back. Next time, we're packing some serious bug spray - and maybe we'll just go out on our patio! At least we took some photos to document the big day!