Bainbridge Island! Let's do it!

This weekend included a trip to Bainbridge Island for a day away from the city and some October fun. After a sweet ferry ride where Sam demanded we hang out outside the whole time and at one point danced to a man playing an accordion-type instrument, it was off to a park for Sam to run around and (hopefully) tire himself out, which will of course be measured by how much he sleeps that night. We made sure he climbed a few small hills and some steps to add to the energy release. Then before doing some shopping and having a bit of ice cream (at Mora, YUM!), we let him throw rocks in the water. On the ferry ride back, Sam met a State Patrolman who hooked him up with some schwag, consisting of a badge and a pencil. It was a fun day, Mom and Dad are tired too. Nightnight.

Once at the front of the ferry, a gust of wind suprised our young hero.

But he regained his composure quickly.

And we moved to the "back boat," where Mom and Sam waved 'hello'.

Perhaps he has a future in gymnastics?

Yes, perhaps so.

He's ready for the monkey bars.

Sam enjoys a swing with Dad.

Sam, you gotta work on your aim! Plenty of strength though.

Comin' atchya!

...just before the stick went **splash**

Just before leaving, he drew a line in the sand just to make sure that Mom and Dad were on his team.

The week before his 365th day

In the week leading up to his first birthday, grandparents, aunts, and lots of friends came to town, in an attempt to keep Samuel busy while Mom and Dad were at work. This is their story.

Grandma Jan gives Sam a push on his favorite ride.

He looks cute playing in his jacket

He certainly enjoys sliding around any way he can

At Pacific Science Center, Sam explored

and got to splash around in a little pool

Apparently he's already learned that you need to make sure you keep your eyes on the road

First hair cut! A great way to celebrate his 51st week

A new day, same park, same swing, BIGGER smile!

OK, he was at the park a LOT.

It wasn't all swings, he did get to slide with Aunt Christina.