Charles is 3!

Happy Birthday, Charles!

Singing and blowing out a candle were a

little too much attention, I think.

But he warmed up to the presents-part right away!

Here's mommy's favorite gift he received...

And here's the coolest one of them all!

New Home

A few shots since we arrived in our new home:

I can't remember what he was eating, but he was pretty serious about it.

Charles loves to help in the yard. (The back yard is mostly paved...)

Here's a view of the side yard, dubbed "Paris Garden" by some former tenant (there's a stepping stone with the name). Let's not get carried away! It's a bit scraggly, but very peaceful. The crepe myrtle is now in full, fuschia glory. This was an afternoon romp in the sprinkler.

Charles' first night in his big-boy bed. Thanks for the bed, Uncle Will!