Stanley, meet Snow

Technically, Stanley's first snow was only a few days after he was born. We went up to Welches to visit Nana and Papa Gene, and it was snowing in April! But, his first REAL snow (although he won't remember this either) has been the worst snow storm in Oregon in 40+ years (although I wouldn't be surprised if this is now worse than the 1964 storm). It's been so bad here in Gresham, that the Governor declared a State of Emergency for Gresham, so that they could bring in some extra man power to clean up the streets. Anyway, Stanley hasn't really been able to get out in the snow because he's been fighting a cold. He has loved sitting by the back door just watching the snow fall and accumulate. There are a few pictures of that in the "Stanley's Standing" post. But we have been able to take him out twice. The first time was not too pleasant. I (Scott) took him out and set him down on the snow, but instead of snow it was ice! Needless to say, he slipped, fell over, and promptly protested being outside. The second time we took him out, I took him with me to get the mail, and then set him down in some nice soft powder. That was more fun for a little guy. He got to move his mittened hands around and enjoyed it. However, when Stanley is presented with anything new, he gets this real serious look, as he examines the surroundings and decides what to think about this new thing. He did the same thing with snow. So it was hard to get any pictures of him smiling, even the second time when he was enjoying the snow. Oh well, that's our little observer.

Attempt Number 1: Unsuccessful

Attempt Number 2: Success!!!