Snow Bunny

We recently took a family vacation to S. Lake Tahoe. During our stay we made sure to expose Ava to all things winter. In order to do this, Ava had to conquer her hatred of mittens, hats, and snow pants. When we first had her try on her winter gear she was so unhappy, she just cried and kept saying Off, Off, Off! Her attitude sure changed once she stepped out into the frigid winter air. She quickly realized, hmmmm....this stuff keeps me nice and warm. I think I LOVE my winter clothes.

Here are a few pics of our trip. We can't wait until next winter so we can hopefully get this little snow bunny on the slopes.

Getting ready for the trip



Ava and mom at the Heavenly Ski Village

Ava and dad tubing down the hill

Soaking up the sunshine on the beach of Lake Tahoe

"Look Out Point" on the way up to Heavenly Mountain

Checking out the scenery during our Gondola ride

This kid sure loves herself!

Weekend at Grandma & Grandpa Preininger's

Last weekend we visited Ava's grandparents in Arizona. Her grandparents had not seen her since the fall and were excited to see how much she has grown. Of course, Ava charmed them with her sweet smile, ability to use a phone, and get into everything in less than 60 seconds. I think by the time we left she had misplaced everything within her arms reach! But her absolute favorite thing to do was play with grandma's & grandpa's cat Bunker. The cat and Ava were like old pals! Here are a few pics of Ava enjoying her stay.

Feet on table? Sure, why not it's grandma's house

Ava, Grandpa Prein & Bunker relaxing

Time for a cat nap.