This little guy, Hippo, turned 9 months old this month! He's growing up so fast and is surrounded by little princesses this summer! He is a pretty laid back guy and has yet to learn how to crawl! He keeps busy watching all the girls, while laying on his belly and excitedly kicking his legs or sitting up by himself playing with toys.
He gets continuously smothered with love and snuggles from all the girls, and they love to make sure he has all his needs met. He also loves his food and is a big eater! He recently explored the sand box with Platypus. She will be having a new sibling in October, a little brother, so we will be taking care of another little guy beginning in January 2022.
Ladybug has joined us this summer while she is out of school, and we have had a lot of fun with her! She has inspired the little girls to get out their pre-school workbooks each day while she works on her Kindergarten book, and they all wait for lunchtime together. It's very adorable to watch them learn and thrive on routine.
She will be heading back on August 17th, so we only have a few more weeks left with her on summer break. Owlette will also be venturing out again in August to try a different preschool. Both girls are amazing helpers and have taught 3 year old Snow Leopard how to carry the torch well when they leave.
Sea Horse and Platypus are also quite the busy helpers at 2 yrs and 18 months!
Kinkajou has also dropped-in over the summer months to visit and play with the girls. Her family's need for childcare isn't as necessary for them this summer, but we have been grateful for the times that she does come to see us. As we head into another season of transition, I feel so blessed having the privilege of watching each of these precious children as they come into our home, and look forward to meeting our new cubs very soon!
