Best of Busyness

Since we got back from vacation, we've been busy. We have spent a lot of time at the zoo, as we tend to do in the summer.

Once with these guys:

Once with these Seattle guys:

And we're never very far from Forest Park, especially when the weather is going to insist on being so lovely.

We've also had fun of our own. Just packing it all in before summer comes to an end.

Just Too Much

Here is Sophia testing out her new helmet and pads. She wanted a round one like Tony Hawk, instead of the usual bicycle helmet. So, we obliged.

I think she wanted a plain or boyish one, but she seemed pretty pleased with Dora once it was on. Please note, her pants are not that short, but they are being pulled up by the ever-so-stylish kneepads.

The skateboarding itself didn't last very long again, but she thought the helmet and pads would help keep her safe at the playground too.