Chilly Lily

Today we had big plans to take Lily on an outing to Babies R' US, but when we woke up this morning it was only 19 degrees in Washington (and a little colder here). Since it is the coldest day of Lily's life so far, we decided to stay home.


We also got a chance to take a video of Lily, alert and active.

Howie, Beth, and Benjamin

Grandma and Grandpa headed back to New Jersey today. Lily was sad to see them go and looks forward to visiting them in New Jersey in February.



Howie, Beth, and Benjamin came for a visit and brought us dinner. Benjamin was very interested in "Baby Lily" and kept talking about her.

Shopping and Grandpa Steve

Lily had a very big day today. We started the day by going shopping at the mall with Grandma Harriet. Lily got a couple of pairs of pants and very cute denim jumper.

After lunch, Grandpa Steve arrived from New Jersey. He enjoyed holding Lily and playing patty-cake with her.

For dinner, Sarah and I were able to go out for restaurant week in Washington, while Grandma and Grandpa babysat. While Grandma and Grandpa were visiting, Bob came over to visit Lily.

While Bob was visiting, he was kind enough to take a Straus family picture.

Lily Visits Sarah's School

Lily went with Sarah to school so Sarah could check her end of semester grades. Lily enjoyed her visit and getting a chance to take a ride in the car. It was the first day Lily wore real clothes (not pjs). Thank you to Erin for the cute outfit!


Tomorrow, Grandpa Steve is coming to visit before he and Grandma Harriet head back to New Jersey.

Snow!!!

Today we had our first snowfall of 2008 in Washington, and Lily's first chance to see snow. She really enjoyed looking out the window and watching the snow accumulate on the deck.


Lily also had a visit from Josh, who came by for dinner.

Josh's visit also allowed us to get a picture with me, Sarah, Lily, and Grandma Harriet.

Grandma Harriet

Grandma Harriet came down from New Jersey to spend a few days with Lily today. So far Lily loves being held by Grandma and Grandma loves to feed Lily.

We also got the chance to take a picture of me, Sarah and Lily together.

Lily's First Tub Bath

Today we gave Lily her first bath in the tub. Once she realized she was relaxing a tub of warm water, she loved it!