Fun with Friends

The last weekend of March my friend Heather and her little boy, Owen, who is 17 months old came into town. Last year when he visited Ella Catherine was on house arrest after her RSV hospitalization. So, this was their first meeting. We decided to have a play date Saturday morning before nap times and Kristen and her 20 month old son, Jude, came as well. As usual, at first Ella Catherine clung close to my side and just took everything in. Although, she started walking Feb 29th, it has been a slow process and she is still a little wobbly. Owen and Jude not only walk but run and she was enthralled by that. The boys were something to watch. Having older toddlers around is always an eye opener for me as to what we can expect in the not so distant future.

Ella Catherine got some Balloons for her birthday from her Mimi. They were still in good condition and she was enjoying "playing" with them so I hadn't popped them yet. Well, her "play" and the boys "play" were completely different. Ella Catherine enjoyed carrying them around the house by the holder. The boys had a blast punching and kicking them. It wasn't long before Ella Catherine got in on the action. Matt got it all on video. I'll try to download some footage later.

The weather wasn't very nice, but we did take them outside to play with the dogs and get some energy out. I think the first meeting went well. As you can see from the photos below, Ella Catherine gave Owen a kiss when he was leaving. :) We hate that they live so far away.

Ella Catherine getting in on the action

Jude, Owen and Ella Catherine

Ella Catherine leaning in for the goodbye smooch. :)