Sleighride!

On the day after Christmas we got bundled up and headed into the woods for a sleigh ride with the Arnolds. The trees were snow-covered and Nina slept for most of the outing. We had pasties, hot cocoa, and toasted marshmallows around a fire, then enjoyed a ride back with a warm, well rested, but confused little one!

Presents in the U.P.

We got to the Inn on time for dinner, then headed back to Mima's to open presents. Later, Uncle Tom came and visited, and Nina surfed the 'Net with Grandpa Lenny.

Christmas Eve in Chicago

We spent Christmas Eve at Lola and Lolo's house with our family in Illinois. We had a great dinner, cake, and exchanged presents. Nina visited with cousins Ethan and Corinne, and wore a party dress from Lolo and Lola. Then we went home and dad read our Christmas book before we went to bed- we needed to rest up for our trip to the Upper Peninsula!

Cookie Party!

Mmmm, sugar cookies?

Mom, you're messin' up my dress!

This is too much fun!

Auntie Casey (we've taken to calling just about anyone Auntie these days, Casey more than qualifies) had a cookie making party yesterday, and mom and Nina had a great time!

O Christmas Tree...

Here's the tree! Nina loves it! :D

Daddy's Christmas Party

Mommy and Nina went to Dad's Christmas party last night at University of Chicago. Here are a few pics.

Naked Babby

Obligatory baby butt pictures, they'll be good for her graduation.

Nina Finds Her Hands

Nina has discovered that she can grasp and touch things with her hands. Here she is hitting her little rattly bug toy, and reaching out to her friend, the baby in the mirror.

A Christmas Wish

2008 was an unforgettable year for us- we are unable to express how grateful we are for all of the blessings we've received, and how touched we've been by the support and love we've been given by our friends and family. Thanks so much to everyone! We wish everyone a happy and healthy 2009!!

Twinkle Twinkle LIttle Star

I bet you can guess what this is all about...