It is a beautiful day here. The first time we have been able to play outside in weeks. So I spoiled her, we went to the park and then to Chuck E. Cheese. She is now napping very soundly. We had a very nice Christmas and a quiet New Year's. Unfortunately my oven is broken so there was no baking for New Year's. Now it is time to look forward (or groan for mine), as birthdays are fast approaching. We have lots of friends that will celebrate birthdays right around Ava's so there will be some happening months. I think I need to put a birthday allotment into our budget. For Ava we are looking at outdoor playscapes. I want one with a swing that I can actually swing on but our yard is not that big so it can't be too big. And it has to have a slide. A little tunnel would be cool too. Is it too late to ask Santa?