William - 1-year-old

William had his cake and offered to share it too. We celebrated his birthday in Muret, France with Tati Nelly & Tonton Hubert. For the video, check out our other blog:lemblefrance.blogspot.com

Veronique's Visit - 12 Sept. 2009

Philippe's cousin Veronique visited from Mulhouse, France. She made a whirlwind tour of Quebec/Ontario in the week she stayed here. In this photo, we are at a lookout point on Mt. Royal.

William - 11 Months, 3 Sept. 2009

He ages well!

Our "Garden" - Summer 2009

Philippe planted cherry-tomatoes on our balcony. Our harvest was small-ish, but celebrated!

Branch Picnic - 5 Sept. 2009

With our branch (church congregation) we enjoyed a picnic in the park. For many of those attending, it was the first time to see Philippe without a tie.

Williams First Concert - Sept 2009

He's not exactly in concert tails, but he's virtuoso material to us.

Biospere, Family Day - 8 Aug 2009

I insisted we take advantage of the day and walk in Park Jean-Drapeau. The Biosphere is in the background.

Nun's Island Ferry - 6 Aug 2009

Summer days don't get any better. The Johnsons; Heather, Haydon, Hannan & Gideon, The Lamprechts; Leah, Haydon, Chloe & Ella, and William and I took the ferry to Nun's Island. We walked the perimeter of the island, played in the water park and laughed, a lot.

Exporail - 9 July 2009

With Leah Lamprecht's family, we went to the local train museum. Irresistible!

Bathing Handsome - 10 Months Old

The bath toys are colorful and strategically placed.