Napping

"Napping should have the status of daily exercise"
--Cornell sleep expert James B. Maas
(according to the NYTimes; http://www.nytimes.com/2009/07/30/us/30nap.html?em)

Colby Swimming

My parents were in town for the last couple of days, and yesterday we went for a great picnic at a nearby state park. Colby of course came along for the fun, and after our hike and eating in the sun, Colby was hot and panting. Thankfully, we were right next to the lake, so we started to play some fetch in the water. Here are some pics and a video...







This one is definitely my favorite...Colby is staring so longingly at that stick before I throw it:

We even taught my mom how to use the video feature on her camera. Here's the video she took:

Being a Homeowner: The Top Five

Most of you already know this, but Joy and I bought a condo in Oxford, and we've been moving in these last few weeks. We love the new place, and we'll post some pictures once we get more settled. Some of the early highlights:
1) Having only one step instead of three flights in order to take the dog out.
2) Having our very own washer and dryer. Now I can keep all those quarters for the parking meters.
3) Fireplace...haven't tested it out in the heat of July yet, but I'm already excited for the fall and winter. Sweaters, hot tea, a good book, and a fire will be an amazing combination.
4) Walk-in closet, although Joy got in there first one day, and let's just say she took up more than her half.
5) Two bathrooms. I even suggested that we have one bathroom where I can leave the seat up. Joy said no, but I think she may compromise when I repeatedly show her the closet disproportionality.