I know little girls are supposed to be something cute for Halloween, but since Tom is off on guard duty right now, I thought maybe dressing up like Daddy would be fun. This is Shannon's Halloween costume, (sewed by Nana). I don't think her hair is in regs though. Surprise, Daddy!

Ahhh, there's nothing better than a nice soft dog to cuddle up with at bedtime. Eli didn't even try to get away from her.

It's so much fun to get into the pots and pans and tupperware. Unfortuanately Shannon hasn't quite grasped the concept of moving her fingers out of the way before closing to doors. I think we are going to have to have Tom put latches on these doors too when he gets back.

Here she is helping me make some bread.

I thought Shannon would want to help me scoop out the pumpkin guts, but she really didn't get into it much. I guess at least she wasn't too messy when we were done!

Shannon has learned how to pull on a dog toy with my mom's dogs. She thinks it is so funny!

Hi Daddy! We miss you and hope you aren't having too much fun without us!

Shannon loves her swimming lessons! And before you ask, no she isn't wearing a top. I left her good swimsuit at class the previous week and the instructor was kind enough to take it home and wash it but she left it at her house. That morning we went for the emergency back up suit and of course couldn't find the top anywhere. I am sure she didn't notice.

Look who can climb stairs now. Time for another baby gate, I guess!

Playing with my bibs is just so much fun! Besides, I love watching Mom and Dad pick them up again.

What do you suppose these two are up to?

Bathtime is never boring with Daddy around. Tonight, it is bathtime on the high seas (or at least high ducks)!

Little Miss Helpful, sorting the socks (and pulling all her bibs out of her highchair).