Phillips Park & Zoo

I got to take the girls to Phillips Park & Zoo, just the 3 of us, while the boys were roller-blading at the skating rink. We had so much fun walking through the beautiful gardens, smelling flowers, strolling through the zoo (teeny-takes about 20 minutes to see everything slowly), and swinging at the park.


Sweet sisters. The last two weeks have been so fun watching these two girls play together. They're make-believing and dressing up, playing tag, playing with Barbies, Polly Pockets, and even my old Strawberry Shortcake dolls that my mother found. Lizzie is Emma's little shadow everywhere she goes. Emma likes the big sister role most of the time. She's begun "reading" stories to Lizzie, comforting her at night, singing songs to her in the car while holding her hand, and helping her say prayers at her bedside. I love watching their friendship and love grow for each other.

This picture of Lizzie swinging is one of my favorites. She could swing for an hour if I let her. I actually get worn out fulfilling all of the "underdog" requests. I love to see her smile as she swings high, though. I've read it's good for brain development, so I'll keep pushing as long as she wants.
Emma has finally figured out how to pump, but it sure is easier to get a push once in a while.:)

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