New Red Dress

Ellie's Grandma Jerry sent holiday outfits for the kids over Thanksgiving weekend. She sent Ellie three dresses (ahem! Think it's a subtle hint that I'm supposed to go get the kids' pictures taken?) We only got as far as trying on the one.




We were so busy "oohing" and "ahhing" over how cute she looked in the curiously tarty Christmas dress, that Leo begged to be let in on the action:

I realize these photos might mean an end to his political career, but I couldn't resist.

I know, I know, this is more like it (Grandma Jerry sent this outfit too).

Once we got the annoying clip-on tie to stay put, Leo seemed to enjoy himself.

And even though I was incredibly full from our Thanksgiving meal (eaten shortly before this photo was taken) I couldn't resist attempting a bite out of an irresistable Leo thigh.

13-month old Fashion

I am not super girly girl myself. And when I found out Ellie was going to be a girl I did not rush out and buy a bunch of pink or dresses or pink dresses. But I have to say that I am loving her in skirts. This has surprised me a bit. I am a sucker for a little girl in overalls (maybe it’s genetic--most of the photos I have of me as a toddler feature me in sturdy Osh Kosh B’Gosh overalls and hiking boots. But there were plenty of dresses too).

Now that Ellie is walking she can wear skirts comfortably. I bought this one at Target last week.



It’s a little big. It’s supposed to be a mini skirt but instead Ellie looks a bit, well, Amish in it. Knee length is not the most flattering, but if anyone can pull it off, Ellie can.