To Bako for Father's Day Weekend!

The evening we arrived in Bako, my parent's house was without power for about 4 hours.... during which time Emily became very attached to this froggy lantern my mom had.
Emily applauding us for bringing her to spend time with her Grandma Buss. They had lots of fun together! Scott and I even got to steal away and go see Prince Caspian while the grandparents babysat! That was sure a special treat! We got to use some free tickets someone had given us back at Christmas! Thanks mom and dad!! Great movie, huh?! Loved it!
Grandpa Buss... with Emily describing to him the many wonders of the froggy lantern.
Emily with Great-Grandma Buss, who gave her this new book that can go in the bathtub or anywhere! Her tongue has been sticking out a lot these days... maybe because of teething?? (which the book is also good with!) Thanks Great Grandma Buss!!
Daddy's first Father's Day.... a relaxing Sunday afternoon.
Em's game face... she likes to make us laugh

Everything but walking!

Emily has changed soooo much this week. She's gone from 2 teeth to five! She easily gets from laying down to standing up. And she's now crawling (in her own special way -- hopping both knees forward at the same time)! So many milestones all in a matter of a few days. I guess all that ocean air was great for her development!
A goofy picture, but it shows some of those teeth! Thanks to Sam and Diana for the outfit! It's super cute!!

Camping at New Brighton State Beach

Last week we spent a wonderful five days camping at the beach....
in tents...
with our dear friends the Messers!
The weather was perfect in the Santa Cruz area! It was our third year in a row to do this outing.... and the second time to enjoy it with the Messers! It was a great vacation with very sweet friends!
Above, Emily is sporting a hat that her mom's mom's mom made for her! :)
Emily and dad walking along the bluffs
She can stand up if she holds on!
Elly carrying Emily around at the dog beach.... thank goodness for many helpful hands!