I am not alone

Saw this commercial yesterday: Squirrel Commercial (click on it)

It is a work of art. Because they are so in tune with my squirrel battles, I just might stop by their store.

The L'il Boxer

Don't ever taunt Luke - he has a mean right hook. . . .

Revelations

Well, well, well. Looks like I was wrong about Squirrel all along. No, this does not mean that I have had a change of heart. What I mean is that I have been referring to Squirrel as a male. However, it appears that Squirrel is a FEMALE. And, in case you were wondering, no, this does not make things better. In fact, it makes things much, much worse!

While I was upstairs the other day, I heard Squirrel’s heavy thundering footsteps cross the ceiling. Squirrel stopped right above me. This is when I heard my nightmare multiply. Yes, that is correct - the nightmare multiplied. Squeaks! I heard multiple squeaks coming from the attic. So not only do I have a lead-footed rodent chewing up my house, but she made a nest in my attic and brought more furry evil into the world.

I will have to alter my plans slightly: Squirrel [and her evil offspring] must leave. . . .

Bye Grammie & Pops

Well, Grammie and Pops visit ended this week.













It was a lot of fun. Grammie taught Luke to read the newspaper.











And, Luke shared some jokes.










We were sad to see them go. Can't wait till they come back. . .

Paws

Luke's paws at 2 weeks.

Happy Easter!!

Smiles!

We just started getting smiles recently. Happy (Early) Easter!

Squirrel's Game

While I was at work the other day, Lauren caught Squirrel snooping around in our backyard (well I guess it is more of a small enclosed patio - but it is still mine, not his). I think that he was leaving traps for me. I've been busy lately, but Squirrel's time is coming.

Grammie & Pops

Grammie and Pops have flown across the country to meet Luke. We are having a great time!






















Luke was blown away by the quilt Grammie made for him. See how impressed he looks!

Spring

Nice weather lately. The Cherry Blossom trees are blooming. I've been taking Lauren & Luke for walks.

Visitors

I've been delinquent in posting pictures of recent visitors. So here are a few of those visiting Luke:

Uncle Anthony
Uncle Dom












Aunt Jill









Neighbor Wanda









Boston Friend Jennifer

Aunt Ann

We've brought in another reliever. Aunt Ann came up from Texas on Wednesday and is staying through Sunday. She is a pro - lots of experience with Caleb, and another boy on the way!

Pictures [Nan & Pop-Pop]

I was a little slow pulling the pictures off our camera. So here are a few more pictures of the Nan & Pop-Pop's visit.















Some pictures of the departure:



Luke saying his good-byes.










































It was a little emotional. Notice the tear-drop on Lauren's shirt...

Confrontation

I came face-to-face with pure evil the other day. It was grey and fuzzy. That’s right, Squirrel and I finally stopped our little dance and stared each other down - man to annoying rodent.

I was getting ready for work and I heard Squirrel scratching. I bolted into the attic and heard him scamper out onto the roof. However, this time I waited . . . After a few long minutes, there was rustling in the corner of the attic. I turned on the flashlight, and saw Squirrel’s beady evil little red eyes reflecting back at me. I lunged at him with the beating stick. He was quick. Squirrel darted through a hole that I had missed plugging from the outside.

I hate him.

Indoctrination

See how scared he looks...
















That's right, the brain washing has begun.















He seems to be resisting (for now at least).

The Last Evening With The Nan & Pop-Pop

Tonight is our last evening with the Nan & Pop-Pop. We've had a great time. They were here just in time for spring and were a lot of help.