Month 20, Day 25: Farmer Max Returns

Almost a year ago - 10 months to be exact - we took a family trip to the Frying Pan Park. You might remember pictures of the calves, piglets, goats, and a young Max with hardly any hair. We decided to make a return visit over the weekend, and quickly discovered that admiring farm animals in 90+ degree weather in August makes for a sticky and stinky experience.

When we were there last, in October 2009, Max was just 10 months old and not walking. Dad's shoulders were his main mode of transport. This time around, Max was the one doing the leading.

Max puts his "smelling" skills to the test.

Max tried hard to get a closer look at some half-grown calves trying to stay cool in the shade. But when they made their way over, Farmer Max quickly retreated.