Sitting up

Wow, what a difference a couple of weeks makes. She went from wobbly to completely sitting up seemingly overnight. Now the world has a whole new perspective. We're still working on hair and teeth but otherwise this girl is growing fast. It's been great being able to get her outside (and to take a 15 mile bike ride myself, after a long year off). Naturally, it's supposed to SNOW on my birthday. Oh well, that's Minnesota for you.

Spring!

And we've been busy! Ella's eating real food now. Here are her first bites--butternut squash, which is still her favorite. We've added oatmeal, sweet potatoes, carrots, pears, even a sip of apple juice on the plane to Chicago. She couldn't stop smacking her lips after that one.

Going home

Ella was a champ on the flights, especially on the way home. She got lots of compliments from fellow passengers. Phew!

Dancing in the Kitchen

My parents... staying young...

Me and My Dad

Flying with Papa

The combination of quality family and friend time and incredible skiing made for a very fun week.

New friends

It takes a village to raise this baby, and we're happy to share her with good friends! Todd and Alicia joined us at my parents' house in Montana for an awesome spring break.

Max and Jake!

Having a good time swimming.

Mumu

Warming up with Mumu after her swim

First swim

Ella loved her first swim-- she kicked like a little frog!