Emily’s First Trip to the Beach, originally uploaded by Robby Edwards.

Cape Cod National Seashore, August 2007

Emily visited a beach for the first time! We set her down on a beach towel and let her play in the sand along the edge of the towel. She seemed very curious about what was going on around her.

What Am I Doing?, originally uploaded by Robby Edwards.

Walden Pond State Reservation, August 2007

Emily doesn’t seem too sure of this wading stuff. What has Mommy gotten her into?

Well, it won’t be long until we have to chase after her when she makes a beeline for the water. 😉

Wading in Walden Pond, originally uploaded by Robby Edwards.

Walden Pond State Reservation, August 2007

Rachelle holds Emily’s feet into the water at Walden Pond.

And yes, it is the Walden Pond made famous by Henry David Thoreau’s experiment in simple living and subsequent book about his endeavor, Walden.