Southern California?

When Gram and Pop were here this weekend we made our way up into the local mountains to the little town of Jullian. We were hoping to see some snow but ended up in the middle of some sort of windy, slushy rain storm. Mommy had to buy me my very first winter hat/glove combo. As you can see, Gram and Pop got a kick out of me all bundled up!

Jullian's claim to fame is their apple pie. We all gave it a try but, from what I've heard, it's nowhere as good as Boven apple pie. The consensus was that pie from Jullian had a taste not unlike that of a McDonald's apple pie.

14 Months

I've picked up reading this month. I especially love reading out loud in my pack-and-play while mommy takes a shower. She really enjoys the tales I tell. I have had a big month by fine-tuning my walking. I can stay upright most of the time, I lose my footing occasionally. I prefer to walk everywhere and am becoming even more impatient when anyone tries to hold me. I'm quite an independent little girl!

Max is 8!

Max had his 8th birthday a couple days ago. I love him so much and he is such fun to play with. He's always so patient with me, I can be a bit rough these days. He used to seek refuge on the couch and adjust his body accordingly but these days I can get on the couch all by myself. He continues to put up with my progress even though it's infringing on all his spaces. Although I'm convinced he likes that I'm always so close, he's been known to head to the back door for a little alone time outside.