snakes, snails, puppy dog tails.

Okay.

So we didn't see any snakes, snails, or puppy dog tails on the trail,

but we did find mud and sticks and mosquitoes.

Miles recently turned one, and seems to have gotten the memo

that little boys must pick up sticks and get their pants wet when hiking in the woods.

Of course, most little girls do this too...at least the getting their pants wet part.

But I'm convinced that boys have a special affinity for sticks.
Little Miles is still as sweet as can be...even when carrying a big stick.

It's been a joy to capture these pictures documenting his first year.

Love his beautiful smile!

 Mama's sweet boy.

And that's the end of this little photo shoot.

Time to go home.