Fall days

the temperatures are dropping! and the trees are turning glorious reds, oranges, yellows. if it wasn't for all the construction on our street, we would be seeing lots of beautiful signs of fall around us. it is great to get out though. as long as the sun is shining, it feels wonderful. but i know winter is coming and i'm reminding myself to start thinking about winter gear for the girls. and what about our daily walk to school? not sure...i have considered pulling the girls on a sled, but that's if there's snow on the ground. what about those freezing cold windy days when there's no snow on the ground?

Claire is finding creative ways to communicate to us. for example, i've noticed the last few days that when she's ready to come out of the tub after her bath time, she'll stand up and look at where her towel is hanging, telling me it's time for me to dry her off. it's such fun to be amazed each day by her new progress. at the same time, we're in the stage where there's lots of falls and tumbles. so, lots of tears. also lots of tears over frustrations. i remember this stage with Skye, where they know what they want to do, but can't do it because they can't walk. i'll be glad once Claire walks. i know many parents wish to delay the walking, but frankly, i feel like they are so much happier when they can walk.

here is a recent shot of the two girls.