Sniffles x's Two!

This past week brought the first illness for the girls. They have each had a drippy nose at some point during the past 11 months, but never a full blown cold. They were both pretty miserable. Chloe didn't let it stop her from her investigations, however, as you can see from this shot. She stands on her tip toes and has been known to stand on a stuffed animal or anything handy to make herself taller.

Claire had a little harder time coping with not feeling well, and slept nearly the whole morning that I was there. She would wake up but wanted to go right back to sleep. When Daddy came home at noon to check on his girls, she perked up remarkably and actually ate some chicken noodle soup and yogurt. Daddy was the best medicine she could have received. It still amazes me that neither of the babies have been to the doctor for an illness, only for their regular checkups. They have a wonderful nurse Mommy that has really kept them healthy. We are very thankful.

A day or two later, when they were feeling lots better, Papa stopped by. Here are the girls at his knee jabbering and enjoying his full attention. They are always happy to see him.

Also on that day, they were very active. Here is Claire practicing her walking.

Both Papa and I celebrated a birthday this past week. We are so very thankful for our good health and our wonderful children and grandchildren. Two more January birthdays to go, Claire & Chloe's Uncle Jon, and then 5 days later Claire and Chloe turn one! We still have much to celebrate!