Who's this big girl?

Dear Maya,

Lately mommy stops in her tracks several times a day, surprised at what a big girl you're getting to be. Sometimes it's your ponytail that does it, sometimes it's a word or phrase I don't realize you've picked up, sometimes it's actions such as sharing or helping dry and put away silverware. I'm amazed and proud.

   

Last week we had a couple chilly days and, though we didn't get any at our house, there was snow on the ground when we went to the library and your buddy Wyatt's house. You had so much fun playing with him and had a love/hate relationship with the giant blow-up turkey on his front lawn!

Later in the week you caught a cold. It was so sad to see you with the teary eyes you often get along with your runny noses, but you didn't act very sick. Mommy let you watch quite a few shows on daddy's Ipod just so you'd sit still and relax. After a couple days you were pretty much back to normal, though.

Today was pretty warm so we went to the park next door. Mommy wanted us to get some fresh air and exercise, but also to pick up some pine cones for crafts we've been doing. You had a blast throwing pebbles in the stream and being pushed high on the swing.

Well, looking forward to all the fun ahead this week. Love you!