Joe and I have been waiting very patiently for Emma to get big enough for her life jacket so we can take her out on the boat. Finally on July 3rd we decided that she was just big enough that we felt secure about taking her out. We put a portable bassinet under the front dash of the boat and once we put her in there she immediately fell asleep. We are pleased to announce that we have a boat baby.

July 3rd, 2009, first time on the boat
We also took her onto the sandbar for a little while, but it isn’t easy keeping the sun off of her, so she was only out uncovered for a few minutes. The last thing I want to deal with is a sunburned infant.

First time on the sandbar
I’m so glad you finally updated and that Emma is a boat baby! Looks like you are having a fun summer. Are you back to work yet? I Can’t remember when you said your maternity leave ends.