2009_05_31 Sunday

We had an earlier-than-normal start of the day after a sleep-less-than-normal night. Jonathan didn't adjust too well to the Barony sleeping arrangements, and he woke with the sun (a la 7:30 or so). But, we managed to have breakfast (fresh eggs, of course) and get out to see the chickens as quickly as possible. The Barony has 14 new 'peep peeps' that he was very keen on chatting with. He's certainly warmed up to Gambol as well. After lunch, we walked around, rode on Opa's tractor, and Gambol found a turtle for us.

We also drove to Bellefont to feed the ducks and fishies. Jonathan really enjoyed the playground there. We brought along chicken feed for the ducks, but the carp and koi seemed to eat it more. Jonathan liked throwing the feed around, but much of it got caught in his hoodie. The car swung into the Creamery on the way home. It's funny how that happens every time we visit. After a quick calcium replenishment, we all felt like we could make it home. Even Gambol got in on the cones (no ice cream for him, though).

Jonathan slept in the bathroom all night; it's nice and dark in there, and unless someone has to use the facilities, it's a great space for him. I snuggled a little bit with him before he went to bed, and he looked up from a hug and said, in his sleepy voice, "I love you" for the first time, unprompted. too cute.