The start of Christmas Fun

Sophia opened one of her first Christmas presents this evening - from our friends Mark, Morgan and Frances. It was her very own backpack, in anticipation of the sleepovers we're anticipating the girls to have (though from every parent I've talked to, the word "sleep" in sleepover is highly overrated!)
She was so excited she ran around the house wearing it (and not much else) for a solid 5 minutes. Here's a quick video snippet (and please excuse the coughing fit at the end - she has this cold that the rest of the world, including Mom and Dad are trying to get rid of!)

Merry Christmas and Thanks for the hours of entertainment!

A day in the park

We're totally taking advantage of the nice weather to get out and walk as much as we can. Friday was a gorgeous day, so Sophia and I met up with our good friends Frances and Morgan for a long walk around Cambridge.

Morgan and I met in our pre-baby yoga class this summer and were due about a month apart. But lo and behold, Miss Frances decided she was ready to come early and she was born the same day as Sophia, Nov 7, also at Mt. Auburn. So she is officially Sophia's oldest friend!!

Here are some shots of the girls at the park. It is really nice as they are (slowly) starting to become more aware of each other. We still have a way to go, but it is the beginning of what will hopefully be a life-long friendship!

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Just makes me smile.