Dakota has enthusiastically embraced her new role as big sister, eager to show Nora all about the exciting adventures life has in store. Lately we’ve been introducing Nora to all of the Fall things… pumpkin patches, Fall festivals, winter squash, playing in mountainous piles of leaves…

It’s officially Fall and this little family couldn’t be any happier. The air is crisp, the leaves are changing colors, neighborhood walks are twice daily (at minimum), and knit sweaters are abundant. The season also inspires a new sense of outdoor adventure with all the fun seasonal festivals that create magic for little ones (pumpkin picking, hay rides, face painting, farm animals, apple cider donuts, BBQ, etc. etc.)

Whooo hoo! We have officially hit our stride as a family of four! I had always heard that the transition from one to two was the most difficult (by three, four, etc. apparently you’re just adding another to the mix…?) There certainly was an adjustment period, but we have all settled nicely into our new normal.

A few months ago, I was able to work the girls into a schedule so that they both nap at the same time every afternoon, which is HUGE. At eight months old, Nora still takes one cat nap in the morning and a long nap during her sister’s nap time. We’re lucky that even if Dakota isn’t in the mood to nap, she’s happy to play on her own for TWO WHOLE HOURS in her room (let’s face it, there’s plenty to keep her occupied in that room!)