Dear Lauren,

dress: old navy   boots: dsw 

I had a hard time taking outfit pictures before, but now it's dark at 4:00, plus the ground is covered in snow. So this will have to do. I wore this to a Christmas party we went to this weekend which Addilyn was excited to attend and was quite the hit since she giggled and smiled whenever she met someone new.  I also feel like I've forgotten how to accessorize because Addilyn eats anything around my neck.  How long until I can wear jewelry again?
I was reminded last week why I blog.  After writing this post I was encouraged by lots of sweet comments, an encouraging email from a friend, and a reminder that this time is going so fast and that I need to stop worrying and enjoy these moments.  
Sometimes the fact that your two year old still sleeps terribly scares me for my future.  I know Lena is quite the extreme and you are desperate to find a way to keep her happily sleeping in her bed.  What if she has an awesome bed like this pink Steens midsleeper bed?  
You should really enter in a giveaway I shared this weekend.  It'd be a free present for Jim, plus only a few people entered so far, so your chances of winning are quite high!

It was so wonderful to have you here for Thanksgiving and I am super excited that you are going to be here in a little over a week again.  I can't wait to see my sweet niece and nephew again.

I love you so much and will see you so soon!
Love,