We spent the Fourth of July in Tennessee visiting Grandma and Grandpa Ueland. Everybody had a blast, especially Guster, who had a very busy weekend. He got to swing in his first tree swing, take his first ride in a boat, and -- unexpectedly announced his early candidacy for the Presidency in 2048!
The flight to Tennessee went smoothly. Guster was busy and curious, but did not cry and didn't wriggle around too much.
When Gus woke up, he was in Tennessee, and was ready to have at it. As you can see from the picture below, Gus really enjoyed the tree swing.
Gus was also excited to play with his Grandma and Grandpa. On a few mornings, Grandma and Grandpa took the morning shift allowing Mom and Dad catch a few extra winks. Guster played hard. So hard that he wore himself and Grandpa right out.
On the Fourth of July, Gus took part in a parade around Kahiti, the community that Grandma and Grandpa live in. The Gus Man took this opportunity to launch his candidacy. His campaign managers, Grandma and Grandpa came up with his campaign slogan -- "You want change? I might need a change!"
Aunt Kelli was also there, and she also played with her favorite nephew. Here Guster shows Aunt Kelli where his belly is.
The family also took a trip to the Knoxville zoo. Upon arrival, it was VIP treatment all the way as the tram took us from the parking lot to the front door.
Gus loved the zoo. Here he is checking out elephants . . .
And here he is checking out the giraffes.
Gus also got to ride the Merry-Go-Round.
Gus got to take a ride in the boat and even took a brief dip in the lake.
Back at Grandma and Grandpa's, Gus checks out Grandpa's effort at child-proofing.
Too much fun. The baby is exhausted.
