Padrino's house: our home away from home

Phil went to a conference in San Diego for four days, so Ellie and I decided to go "home" to Charlottesville for a visit;) We were missing living in the same town as Steve, Dawkins, and Rugby, but we were so happy to see them and had as much fun as we usually do. We were also lucky enough to convince JC, Marcela, and Ema to visit from DC for the weekend. The days flew by as usual between hanging out at home, walks on the trail, and lots of cooking when the babies were asleep. Five adults, two babies, and four dogs = big fun!

Rugby was kind enough to let Ellie share his bed. She is sitting up, but still needs a little extra cushioning to brace her when she wobbles and eventually topples!

On the Rivanna Trail, Ema loved throwing stones into the creek. Ellie watched intently, hoping to learn a thing or two from her godsister;)

Ellie couldn't stop waving her arms and legs in excitement while out on the snowy trail.

Ellie and Ema amidst the stuffed animal wreckage left by Dawkins, Rugby, Wally, and Archie.

Ellie's first cartwheels: it's good to have a godfather who is a professional spotter!

Just before leaving Cville, we had to snap a photo of Padrino and his two goddaughters.