Spring

We are just starting to see the first of spring in Madison. This afternoon was sunny and almost 45! Things are melting like crazy resulting in big time puddles everywhere. Turns out 18 months is the PERFECT age for rain boots...

What a difference a year makes

A year ago, c made her first trip to California
http://madcityprovans.blogspot.com/2012/03/california_25.html
She was still breastfeeding, not really moving, and all cheeks.

Then Wednesday, c and Alex left for California again. Max and I held down the for here, but were REALLY grateful for face time  path, and other updates. Including this one. Looks like c was a little more active this time around :o)

Sunlight and baby girls

This weekend we finally saw the sun for the first time in a long time. That, combined with a too cute to pass up daughter inspired a photo shoot. Turns out I still have a LOT to learn about capturing light with a camera, but I got a couple keepers!

Indoor fun

We can't wait for spring around these parts. Until it hits, this is the best we can do:

Old school

Yes, that is an honest to goodness touch tone phone that you see there. And I'm excited about it. Thanks to the wonders of Android and Google voice my main number (the 7171 one) will now ring my cell phone when I'm out and about, my work phone when I'm at my desk, and our home phone when I'm at home. One number, three different phones.  How cool is that?

Growing up

Let the milestones continue - presenting little c's first ponytail

Well, I guess she's speaking

Here's the scene: C and I are at the breakfast table. I have a plate of pancakes, and C has both pancakes and banana on her plate. She turns to me and starts making the sign for more. I respond "more what? you already have both pancake and banana." C looks at her plate, looks at me, and then says:
"ssssssssssssssssrrrrrr- up"

"Do you want some syrup?"

"Yes" (accompanied by a head nod and a HUGE smile when I put some on her plate)

Bring back the milestone label. This girl is definitely talking.