So, last weekend we adopted a dog. We've been tossing the idea of getting a dog around for years, really, but we lately decided that a dog might help with the girl's anxieties in addition to being a family companion who could help us be better about going for walks and getting fresh air.

Meet Coda:


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This ice cream truck has been parking near the middle school for years, probably. The girl just pointed out the other day that whoever painted it should probably have spent more time IN school.


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We've had some really gorgeous butterflies in the yard over the last few months. This guy likes to hang out on one of my sunflowers. I think he must be aware of how pretty he is against the backdrop of bright yellow. I haven't quite managed to get a really good picture of him yet, though.


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