The Faces of Lily

Lily was willing to pose for the camera last night (a rare occurance). Here are a few of the faces we captured.

Silly

Shy

Scared

Sad

Happy

Angry

And one more. . .

Singing in the Tub

Today I stayed home with Lily because she was sick, which explains why she has been what we call a "clingbot" lately. Nobody but Mom has been good enough, and she has to be touching me to be at all content. Last night while I made supper, she was velcroed to my leg as I moved from the counter to the refrigerator to the stove. Somewhat humorous, but tiresome for Mommy. So, being attached at the hip with her today, we were on the computer scanning through some video footage (movies of herself are always a hit!). Some of you have seen this clip, but I couldn't help but post it. I know I am her mom, but if you don't think this is cute, you're crazy.

Heat Wave

Well, despite the bitter cold this past week, the weather has warmed up enough for us to enjoy some time outside. These are from a trip to the park for the whole family (dogs included). I also got a chance to try out my new camera (which I must say I reallly like!).

This last picture has to be one of my all-time favorites. Mike built a tunnel in our front yard, and here are my two sweeties having fun.

Can you top this?

Copied from the website of our area news.

Forecast
Bitter Arctic Air + Wind = Dangerous
A Wind Chill WARNING has been issued for the entire Valley News Live viewing area through Thursday. Wind from the northwest will blow from 5 to 15 mph. Actual air temperature will dip from -25 to -40 degrees tonight, so wind chill values will approach -60!

There's not much else to say. . . .

Holiday Highlights

Playing in the snow with cousins

Killer Snotsicles

Connor and Mike's snow jumps off the swing set

(Great photography Maddie)

Grandpa kissing Santa Claus???

Getting a cash register for Christmas so Lily can be "the lady"

If you ask her how much you owe, the answer is always, "Ninety-four five."

Preparing lefse with Grandma and Maddie

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Grandma Olson also visited for three days. We have no pictures as proof, but it was a wonderful, relaxing time!