A Winter Afternoon

Our friend, Emily, came to visit today. We haven't seen her since Abby was 6 months old. So, you can imagine how different it was for Emily to play with the little girl who was lying on her lap the last time she was here.

Abby brushed Emily's hair...


She read her books...

Then, we all went outside, so that Abby could finally try the new sled Aunt Cyncy sent for Abby's birthday. As Joe carried the sled down the stairs, Abby kept pointing at him, repeatedly saying Da-da....da-da. She couldn't wait to play with the fun toy he was holding. When we sat her in it, she was so excited. Little did we realize, the snow in our backyard has been untouched since the many storms and is probably knee-deep on Joe (and he's TALL). We really weren't thinking about that and by the time we realized there was no turning back. Abby was ready to go!

like a little princess on her chariot

Emily and I spent most of the time cracking up on the sidelines as we watched Joe trudge through the snow pulling along his little princess while getting an amazing leg workout! It's hard to see in the video, but she started clapping as he pulled her. It was priceless. Emily and I also quickly remembered as we stood in a pile of snow that Ugg-like boots (whether real or imposter) are not waterproof (I know I know...DUH!) Either way, it was hilarious and lots of fun. Thank you, Aunt Cyncy! I'm sure this is only the beginning of the fun times we'll have with your great gift.