August 1st

We started out the day with a Jiu-Jitsu picnic at a really nice farm owned by a fellow classmate of Matts. They train and breed horses and their property is incredible.

Sam enjoyed all the little things there were to do and eat. He found it especially awesome to eat the olives off of his fingers.He also really liked to play/cheat with the ladder golf set, and pet the giant Leonburger puppy, "Ruben".

Not to mention yell at mommy for informing him that he should find something else to play with. Great, he's already talking back.

Before we left we went into the stables to check out some of the 30 horses that live on the farm.Sam, even after a few previous exposures, is still a little weary of them. Can you blame him? They are pretty large animals compared to his tiny self.

After the picnic we drove over to Matt's parents to take a nap and chow down on more grilled meat.

Sam loves Grandpa's chair. It has a recline button.

Sam and Grandma played outside with all the dogs. Sam is so ecstatic when he gets to play with dogs, and Grandma and Grandpa have 6 of them to chose from.

Jeffrey, Bailey and Daphne. (not pictured is Murphy who wouldnt sit still for a picture.)

The new kids. Dara and Beckett.He loved throwing the ball for Bailey and when Grandma showed him how to use the "chuck-it" it became even more exciting.Jan shows and breeds Brussels Griffons and has 5 of them right now. They each have very different personalities, and are so much fun. Its a miracle that I got this picture.

Dinner was amazing (as always) and Sam enjoyed the after-meal cuddle sessions with some of his favorite people.