We took a trip to Michigan this week to visit Jason’s family. After visiting the Livonia and Flint areas we’re back home getting into our routine.
Jason’s dad has a big pool but Gage kept wanting to go in the little pool, aka the hot tub, so I let him sit on the top step when nothing else would do. I brought a few books to Michigan, Lola Goes to Work, is his new favorite, so it was awarded hot tub status. Kathy wrote a great review of this one and then sent it on to Gage. I wasn’t sure he’d like it since he doesn’t have any favorite books with photos, but from our first reading, Lola has been a hit. He likes to finish reading each page for you, but I should mention that Gage’s ‘Lola’ sounds suspiciously like ‘Lellow’, but no matter, it only makes her cuter.
Lola is a five-pound Yorkshire Terrier who wanted a big job so she worked very hard to become a therapy dog. I wish I had taken a picture of the page I stress to Gage, “I learned to sit and stay, to lie down and wait patiently.” Lola eventually passes her test and becomes a therapy for the elderly and classrooms.
This is a sweet book that all ages can enjoy. It was written and photographed by Lola’s mom, Marcia Goldman. It’s 32 pages and even has a page at the end for teachers so they can better use the book in the classroom. Visit Lola’s website for some cute photos.
(courtesy of Birdbath) I know Lola’s not French, but I think she could pass with that sassy red scarf, don’t you?
A friend we found at Versailles (you’ll probably have to click on it to see). A few days later Jason and our friends would be dining on his family and friends. I don’t understand how that is possible after meeting the little guy.
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Looks like Gage had a lot of fun! and the book sounds really sweet! =)
OMG, it’s been too long… Gage has gotten big. So cute. He looks like he really liked the book!
It has been too long!! Glad you’re still around 🙂
I love the expression on Gage’s face as he looks at the book. So cute!
Oh man, you were close to me! I would have put on my suit and joined you in the hot tub! LOL.
It was a quick trip and I would have been labeled the rudest woman in the family (if I’m not already, LOL) if I had made other plans. I didn’t even make time to see a good girlfriend who I haven’t seen since the birth of our kids (about 4 years!) Next trip we’ll make more time.
I’m so glad Gage loves Lola! I think the book is wonderful!
He totally loves Lola. We read it several times a day. Thank you so much!!!
Not read this one, but I’ve enjoyed your photos of Paris – it’s such a wonderful city. My Paris in July post is http://goo.gl/BjpB9
It looks like you did something to make that pic look old fashioned? And also, that Gage – how could a kid be any cuter? :–)
Good eye! I used Picmonkey for the pic – I don’t remember which one, but it was free 🙂 I think he’s pretty cute when he’s napping, LOL!
It’s Daddy and Me time! How sweet…I was wondering who Lola was form just the title in my inbox 🙂
Awww, hot tub, Lola, and daddy time! So cute!
Gage is very determined isn’t he!!??!! Love it and that books sounds adorable!
this is so special and lovely.