Spring Preview

We were very very thankful for a bit of a break from the cold weather for the weekend. Very thankful but oh how sad I am now that that is cold again when I was reminded how much we love to get outside!

Saturday I had a wonderful early morning trip to Walmart - kid free! We are hoping to make this part of our routine every couple of weeks or so...before the crowds get there with no whining, plus great father/daughter time...its great for everyone! That day Brad took Lorelei for a walk in the morning, and then we all took a walk around the pond and to our little section of Mt. Trashmore where Lorelei is always thrilled to see the dogs and people walking around or riding bikes.

We even got a chance to see a blimp while playing on the balcony!

Sunday worked out much the same with Brad taking her for a walk while I got ready for church and then the family again to Mt. Trash after nap.






She loves to hug the trees!
One new project Lorelei LOVED was having a little bucket to take along for her walks to pick up rocks, pine cones, feathers, you name it. :) The little explorer always takes VERY long walks because she has to stop and inspect anything she comes across. The only way she walks with her head up and quickly is if she has a dog in her sights she is trying to get to. :)

She also loves any little hills we can find on the property...and we are happy to oblige - this girl needs to burn all the energy she can. :) Here we have her going down this hill for the second time, after scaring all the geese away the first time up. :) Good thing it isn't quite time for them to protect their eggs!

Monday we attempted to enjoy our last warmish day and get to the park, but the rain in the forecast came early so we only got to play about 5 minutes before it started sprinkling on us. :( Poor Lorelei was so excited...but we did end up going over to the Petsmart near the park with Melissa and Kira so at least she got to see the dogs getting some very fancy haircuts! She also enjoyed seeing the rats/mice (ick) running in their wheels! Hopefully very soon it will be nice enough to get out every day! Can't wait. :)