Storytime

Katya and I have been taking evening walks after the other two go to bed (from about 6-7pm) It was inspired by my sister-in-law Eryn, who has been doing this as a wind down for her high-energy three year old. It is a fun way to settle Katya down for the night and for me to get a good walk in. I love getting ideas from other parents! We have been out 4 times now and tonight Katya fell asleep in the jogger. I did not know if she ever would (Addison does regularly and Eryn transfers her right into bed). I have been taking Eryn's ideas of brushing teeth and putting PJ's on and making it a 'quiet' walk with no talking.  Katya woke up when we moved her into bed but was right back out again.  Fantastic!  I am going to try to do it as much as I can through the cold, dark, rainy months.  We got a little wet tonight but not too bad.  Yes, I am conscious of safety walking after dark in the city.  Lots of light, reflective clothes, no headphones, pepper spray in my pocket and Levi by my side.

Since we can't walk the nights that Craig is working at Widmer, we bundle up and read stories on the front porch. Here is a long exposure photo from last Thursday night. Night-night everyone!