Do the clothes define the cuteness? (July 20)

Proof positive. The best baby toy really is the gift bag. (July 20)

Who's happier? We know who is goofier!

Our familiar and favorite game. (July 20)

What a cute father-daughter scene. (Hey, ignore the hair!) (7-24)

Notice the delight of the devious child capturing Mumsy's foot.

Peek-a-

boo! (July 24)

Emily started doing this in late July...
Is she a baby bird?

Is this her version of kissing?
Or is she just hungry for Mumsy's nose? (July 25)

What is Frasier thinking? {He is such a good, patient dog}

Apparently Emily thinks it's yummy! (July 25)

Sometimes even Mom and Dad do get to enjoy a night out alone. (August 1)

(Aug 3) "Daddy, look! I am taking the cookie over here to maul!"

"Yes, Emily, but does any of it make it into your stomach?"

Babies take wierd shape when they sleep (Aug 3)

See what I mean? (Aug 4)

Hello everyone! (August 5)

She's either clapping, or contemplating her future mastery of the chess world. (Aug 5)

August 9

Her own hairclip in place, Mumsie's hairclip in her mouth. (8-17)

Peas! Peas everywhere! I have conquered! (8-17)

Exploring, talking, eating, conquering, waving, growing, clapping, learning, reading, and laughing take so much out of a darling girl that she falls asleep during lunch. Of course, maybe it's just the excitement of turning 9 months old tomorrow. (Aug 18)