So last night, Henry created his top ten list (with a little help) and made it public. Today, he was nearly devastated to realize that he’d neglected to include one very important and must have item–his pal, Scout. Scout joined us on Christmas morning, and his sing-songy, upbeat, familiar personality has become daily entertainment for the whole family. Not only does Scout plug into our computer to add new and dynamic numbers to his impressive repertoire, he also knows Henry’s NAME. This is big time. I wish you could see the look on Henry’s face every time Scout says, “Henry?!” with more of a question in his tone than an exclamation. We joke that Henry will forever introduce himself as “Henry?!” as he grows up, but it’s endearing and adorable and sweet nonetheless. HD can be busy with any other toy in the room, but when Scout gets going, all eyes are on him. We’ve memorized the songs and sing them around the house as if they’ve topped the charts. Best $20 some odd we spent this Christmas season.

Currently, Scout’s favorite animal is a cheetah. His favorite color is green, and his favorite food is “yogurt!” But of course that’s all subject to change. Scout will grow with Henry over the next 2+ years, which we think is pretty neat. And best of all, he’s a puppy. An adorable, green puppy with an irresistible personality and the cutest hiccups and puppy barks a stuffed animal could ever muster.

So there you have it. The top eleven list. Who has a top eleven list? Henry does. Because Scout really is something special. Trust us.

on hank’s behalf :),

mm