Cruncher eating

My little granddaughter is at the age to taste new foods. While in LA I gave her a cruncher to eat while I held her. She knew I was a little anxious. Guess she could feel the tension in my arms. She took it in her two little fingers very delicately and took the tiniest little bite while she watched my face. Everything went ok so she took another tiny little bite. So sweet and delicate and concerned about my concerns! She did like the mesquite flavoring.

Cold is coming

This morning it was 49 and today it has only gotten to 66 and it feels really cold! Especially since I just got back from a trip to Baton Rouge to see Margaret, cutest baby in the world. Didn't even have to compete for her attention. She likes me! Watching her play on the floor made me realize how structured we get to be and how we lose some of the clearly random activity which makes us creative.

Great Loss

The world and animal conservation in particular has lost a true friend to crocodiles and other feared animals. The death of the Crocodile Hunter is personally an emotional loss for myself and my son. If only we could turn back time.