Warm winter days

Visit to a Manassas mulch pile. Who knew mulch could be so much fun?

David, it seems, is officially a playmate.

I am beyond grateful for this mild winter. Snow and ice usually mean power outages in this neighborhood, which would not be convenient for many reasons, among which are my being ready to give birth. Hope everyone is able to get out and enjoy these warm winter days!

Lola's visit

We had a fun weekend with Lola, though too short!

Lola always brings gifts. Frankie got an adorable matching dress set for herself and her doll.

And this is what we do when it rains and Lola's not here.

We miss her!

Ice skating

We've watched ice skating competitions on TV recently, giving us the idea of hitting up Reston Town Center's ice rink. It was hopping today... everyone getting their physical activity in before the football craze perhaps. It was impressive how quickly Frankie became comfortable setting out on her own in the middle of the rink. She seems to have made a friend at the end of this clip.