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Finally...new pictures of Maddie -- UPDATED!!!




We got a new camera in time for Jordan's graduation. I don't know how to use it yet. I've been too busy doing other stuff the past day or two but Larry knows how so that will get us through for Jordan's graduation. He took these photos of Maddie and I wanted to share them. Haven't take many photos of her lately because of the lack of camera. You can see how much she's growing. As an english bulldog, she's eventually going to be a little "tank". Short and very stout. Right now I call her my little "tankini"! :-) lol She's so precious. After all the initial fuss of getting her it appears I may just be the family member that is craziest about her and can't wait to come home to her.

This morning we are picking my sister Shari up from the airport. We're excited about her visit. Tomorrow is the graduation and party. Lots to do to get ready...

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Melissa said…
Funny how they grow on ya huh!
:-) She is still as cute as when she was so much smaller...I love her pink ears. Makes her look so girlie! Enjoy this day and weekend with Jordan. Hey are you going to get to see Tara while she is down there? Cool beans if so!
1:32 PM
Aaron said…
She's getting so big!!! You guys look so cute with her :-)
2:33 PM
Sharon said…
Look at that cute face... :-) I miss Maddie! Pumpkin is in hiding...
10:37 PM
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