Thanks to Granddad

Ellie has some sweet new duds.

Yes, an outfit for every occasion.

The evening wear



The Fall wear
(a little more coverage on the sleeves)
(...and belly)



The Winter wear

The Summer wear
(these ones are a little big, we're thinkin' ahead)



Still searching for:
The perfect jeans and cozy leggings



She sports these bad boys around like she's hot stuff.
And she is.

So Granddad,
Ellie says thanks again for the shopping spree: )

Every bathroom needs one of these

Unless my little one is the only one who makes little ones in the tub.
Enough said.

When eating peanut butter by the spoonfuls

1. Always flip the spoon upside down so you don't waste any of the yummy shmear.



2. Make the sticky roof of the mouth face.



3. Clean up after yourself.

Saturday feast.

No, I'm not referring to the Kix scattered across my living room floor.
(Ellie thinks they taste better that way.)


We feasted on the inspiration and guidance delivered by the First Presidency, members of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, and other General Authorities and general officers of the Church.

It's hard to believe General Conference is here already.
(Want to know more about General conference, go here.)

We watched



We listened.
And yes,


we played.


We were filled.

I usually start out feeling a bit overwhelmed, but like always, end up feeling hopeful and full of faith, knowing a loving Heavenly Father is aware of each one of us and continues to sent us guidance and revelation. This knowledge comforts me, brings me happiness, and gives me strength to keep pluggin' along.

Yes, I think I'll watch tomorrow too.
How about you?

It's a record.

It's hard to believe just a week ago we were here




Yes, that makes 3 times in Rocky Point (so far) this year.
This being our first time going with another couple


(Philip and Melissa)

which was lots of fun.

We must do it again.

Soon.

Backwards

She finally decided to give up

after a long, tantrum-filled morning.

On her own terms of course.

In the living room, on her chair, by herself.

I noticed it was way too quiet in the house, and then wandered upon Ellie there in her chair, staring off into space. Seconds later she nodded off and was out. It was quite a site.

I would like to point out that it may not be a coincidence that her beloved chair, which was with her for the three days her vacationing parents were soakin' up the beach in Rocky Point, is the one thing that could put her to sleep.
No offense taken, I guess.
We'll see who's back on top once it's time for lunch.

Rocky Point was fabulous by the way. Pictures to be posted soon.