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Santa came early to the Herilino House and brought Andie a new backpack. She loves it!


Kristin took it out for a spin yesterday and hiked around Bodega Head. It was cold and windy, but the sun shade offered a little breeze protection for Andie. She enjoyed looking at the beautiful scenery almost as much as she enjoyed playing with the tassle on Kristin's hat.
Distracted by the hat tassel



Overlooking the marine lab.
The above photo is a good demonstration of one of Andie's new favorite skills. She learned to point about a week ago, and now she hardly stops! She's even been caught sleeping with her pointers out.

 Last night, we went to Nana and Papa's house to watch Iowa battle Michigan State for the Big 10 Championship. Although Iowa lost, we had a wonderful time hanging out. Andie even learned some new words from Papa... (It's probably a good thing she isn't speaking yet.)


Andie got to see her first Christmas tree at Nana and Papa's.


There was even one that was just her size with all non-breakable ornaments that she could play with. Nana and Papa are so thoughtful!



At halftime, we grilled some delicious pizzas.





The only thing that Andie misses during the weekends is that her favorite show, Jeopardy, isn't on.



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