Snow days

Vermont has continued to be cold & snowy this January. Last week Ellie and I went snowshoeing with Molly & Nathan. The kiddos were both excellent company--riding in their Ergos and snoozing out.

Today Kelley & I both had a snow day. Yeah! We took the snowy opportunity to try out Ellie's new red sled--she loved it! It was such a relaxing day--playing, napping, and taking walks to the local grocery and chocolate shop. What a lucky family we are!

Step one, Step two!

So many exciting things have occurred since my last post. Foremost--Ellie took two steps this week (witnessed by Grandpa Rusty & Kel), and then today Mama finally saw our little El walk (4 steps!) while at Kelly & Crissy's home. We are so thrilled, but realize that this means a whole new level in Ellie-proofing our world!

Last week Ellie started swim lessons at the YMCA. Her bud, Toryn, is also in her class and they have a splendid time. Today Ellie went underwater--yeah!

Ellie continues to be a happy little soul--smiling and chatting with Django and us. Her favorites in the world currently are her baby doll from Aunt Julie, vanilla yogurt, Grandpa Rusty, Hallie, and Django. Oh, and my eyedrops bottle...

I've renewed my goal to post more regularly in 2009!

Best to all--Laura, Kel, & Ellie