Today officially means one year here!

Phase one of the summer 'do.

So. Many. Mats. This. Summer. 

And hot, hot, hot temps are on the way this week.

The "very quiet pet clippers" are in the mail, so we're embarking on the pre-trim process before they arrive. 

Grooming The Bear has always been effortless, as we've easily snipped problem areas as needed. We're pretty tickled that the all-over-groom is also shaping up to be a feline/human team sport.

Part II of "Cute Cooking Dinner"

"Say cheese! You're officially today's post."

Because, OMG. So. Cute.

Up where the air is clear.

Cruising the neighborhood with the ladies.

Oh yes, it's a Happy Hundredth!

Hunting and gathering (well, sans hunting).

Our definition of Friday Night Lights.

It's National Selfie Day? OK, America...

More chilling to beat the heat.

Catching some classic New England vibes.

The Bear heroically keeps his cool.

No AC in this 100-year-old house. Fans usually serve us pretty well, but today in the high 90s it was pretty unbearable for us humans. I can't even imagine how pissed our animals must have been.

Funky, fierce, and a fantastic father.

Happy Father's Day!!

Here's what we know: Love wins.

Our official frequent flyer visitor (plus!)

It was great to see our friends Jennifer and Allen these past few days. 

We officially pinned Jennifer with the very coveted Most Visited Overnight Guest Award.

Home, sweet (cozy and colorful) home.

When you just need a spoon.

See the forest and the trees.

Sneak a peek of new kitchen paint.

The teaser view from the dining room. More later!

And here's the "before":

(So long, light tan.)

Quite the hunter in our midst.

Happy Saturday! Sun's out, tongues out!

Congrats, Uncle Trav and Auntie Nacho!

Home is where you make it.

Add a few baby birds to the Hopkins' menagerie!

When you get your wires crossed.

Some paint, a table...basically magic.

Slowly but surely, we're exorcising the light tan from our life.

The competition (cheekiness/taste) is real.

Watch out, La Croix. The market's now flooded with myriad delicious choices.

Some nights the blog is obvious.

Painting prep doubles as doggy fort.

A drive-by of the cutest variety.