Maddie and Daddy on the dock in Old Towne Alexandria on a cold day 

Attack of the Purple People Eater!!!!! Actually, this is Maddie's new look for winter. Thanks Grandpa and Grandma H. for the CP Gift Card. We decided to get her a good winter coat (which she'll probably be wearing next season, too. It's a bit biggish) 

Madeline enjoys one of Grammy's fresh, gooey chocolate chip cookies 

Madeline can really throw her weight around 

Like a duck to water.... 

(Hum along) These are a few of their favorite things.... 

Maddie with the Three Amigos: Michael, Matthew, and Mark 

Maddie's sweet tooth seems to be growing, and Grammy S. didn't mind indulging it a little bit. 

Madeline had so much fun with Auntie Shawna on their afternoon out! This is the new outfit Maddie came home with. Thanks Auntie Shawna! 

Who's enjoying this more? Auntie Shawna or Madeline? 

Doesn't Maddie look like such a big girl! This last holiday in Oregon Madeline discovered the joy of sitting on the couch with popcorn and a movie, much to her mother's delight.