Long time no blog

Where does the time go? In the days since we last updated the blog, our heat wave has given way to fall-like weather, school has started, and Pierce is almost at his 4 week birthday. He is back up to his birth weight (8 lbs. 11 oz) and gaining slowly. He's still growing lengthwise and is just over 22.5 in. Hopefully we can pack on the ounces before his one month visit next Tuesday!

Labor day weekend was gorgeous here, and on Saturday we took full advantage of the outdoors by hiking in the Fells (our local nature preserve) with Meagan and Doug Hall and their 6 month old Griffin (those are his arms above the backpack).
Sunday's adventures took us up to Rockport, MA on a picture-perfect day where we had lunch, delicious cupcakes and a walking tour of Bearskin Neck with Leah and Meredith. There were schooner races between Gloucester and Rockport so we all got to watch the boats sailing by. Pierce loved seeing all of the sites from the comfort of his Ergo carrier! He does seem to love fresh air and has enjoyed walks in both his stroller and carrier. He's showing signs of being a real outdoorsman (just like Dad).Monday was another fabulous day spent closer to home doing landscaping, errands and house projects--and taking pictures of Pierce. Here are some favorites from the week!