Old Ironsides

We had a great week with our friend Shannon visiting and we got to do a little sight-seeing in Boston. Old Ironsides was fun despite the 95° weather. We even ran into Brian and Freddie who were heading back from the Children's Museum with our nephews, Andrew and Isaac. They weren't really sure who we were as you can tell in this picture...

He Walks!

Tyler took his first steps on August 9. I was watching Tyler while Jen was upstairs taking a shower and as he was playing he nonchalantly walked from one couch to the next. I was one proud dad. He did it a few more times and then I captured this video. He's walking quiet regularly now, sometimes up to 10 steps, although he still prefers to crawl usually. Sorry for the sideways video...

Isabella Stuart Gardner Museum

Jen and I took a quiet Sunday afternoon to head over to the Isabell Stuart Gardner Museum and check out some of the wonderful artwork that is on display. We particularly enjoyed Rembrandt's self-portrait and John Sargant's portrait of Isabella and his magnificent El Jaleo. With Tyler and the stroller it was a bit tricky but it was fun nevertheless.


After the museum we took a walk past the MFA and into the Fenway, part of Boston's Emerald Neckless, where we found a beautiful rose garden.

Hiking Mt. Mansfield in VT

Penobscot Bay Walking

Ted and I took a walk with Kenzie along the beach. Lot's of fog and some interesting pictures along the way.

Lauren & Steve's Wedding

We've had a wonderful time staying up in Maine for the weekend. We stayed with our sister and brother, Deb and Ted, at their beautiful home on Penobscot Bay in Belfast. From there we drove up to Bar Harbor and attended Lauren (Jen's friend from Merida) & Steve's wedding. Lot's of fun and we had a beautiful day/night celebrating.

Vinney's Baby-Shower

We are so excited for our friends VInney and Sijo as they are expecting their first child. Jen had fun helping to put together this baby shower for Vinney.

Jen's Birthday

Happy 30th to Jen! We had a great birthday party here in DC at Jen's parents house. My dad was taking pictures, of course.

Tyler's First Beach Vacation

We just got back from our vacation to the Outerbanks. Tyler really, really enjoyed the sand and water. Can you tell?