Ian enjoying playtime at Grandma and Grandpa's

Haylie's fuzzy angel blanket proved to be the prefect backdrop for Ian's happy grin.

Can't you just see the mischief going on here/

Haylie paid a visit to Rie-Rie's house in Alexandria, and had lots of fun playing with Aiden, her daycare buddy.

Memorial Day at the Fyfedom . . .

A beautifully warm day, gentle breezes, gourmet cook-out by chef David, fun and relaxation with family . . . perfect in every way.

Some enjoyed the shade, some preferred a bit of sun.

Wanna play in the sandbox with me?

Beach balls were blowing all over the yard and Haylie was busy trying to round them all up.

Peek-a-boo, I see you.

Can I have a BIG push, please?

Grandpa cautions Haylie on the perils of riding side-saddle

Here Mom, I'll bring the hose over.

Haylie gave her horses and ponies a good bath in the water table.

Ian amused all with a new found skill . . .

STICKING HIS TONGUE OUT. And in the next series of photos, he shows the various styles he has mastered at the age of not quite four and a half months

Now for beginners, I suggest this simple parting of lips and slight protrusion of the tongue.

To ge this effect perfect you need a mouthful of white icky stuff.

For this one, just pull your chin way back and let the tongue slide out.

Now this one is keeping the lips closed while sticking the tongue out.

And this one feels just right !

But grandpa, I really want to get down!

Grandpa helps Ian enjoy the pleasure of bare piggies in lush, green grass

Ian enjoys having his family with him. He loves to see them swinging round and round on the musical mobile.

Haylie didn't mind the breeze at all.

Finally, a long awaited trip to the "big playground",

Ian is 4 months old now, and is making great strides towards locomotion.