Farewell to Mimi

We've survived our first few days without Mimi. It's been bumpy at times, but overall we're adjusting pretty well. We miss her a lot- she was such a blessing during these challenging early weeks.

Lucy had a wonderful time with Mimi. After she left Lucy said, "I'm sad- I want Mimi to come back!"

All the girls together.

Lucy and Mimi did lots of grocery shopping. Lucy unloaded all of the bags this time (and stacked them up beind her)- quite a helper!

Lucy being towed on a sled by Great-Grandma. The only way to get to the backyard hill is with skis- otherwise you sink through the 3+ feet of snow.

Here's our little sweetheart. Clara has started smiling and melts our hearts each time. She's also "talking" a lot and we had quite a nice conversation this morning.

The amazing Papa- he has been a wonderfully supportive co-pilot on this adventure.

Lucy really likes holding Clara.

I love this close-up of their hands- and of Clara's double chin. She sure is filling out. :)

A note about the tickers on the right...

Lucy just helped me pick out her new "ticker" for the sidebar- she chose the background and the girl on it. When she saw the finished product she said- "my feet will be cold". :)

...they say it's your birthday!

Our little girl is 3! Lucy is a treasure and delight. She's really been blossoming and coming into her own recently. She's full of joy and spirit, loves running, climbing and jumping, is happiest when leading and directing, and always finds a creative way to do things. We love her so much.

Here are a few pictures of her from our little family party yesterday.

Clara at 6 weeks

Clara is 6 weeks old tomorrow! She has started smiling and "talking" to us, and has a beautiful smile. She has a great personality- her cries are often very expressive, and she has adorable pouts too. She is a big snuggler- we call her our hot water bottle. She is most content snuggled against us and peering out at the world. Here are a few recent pictures.