It was fun having Erica and Todd visit this past weekend. We spent time in Newport on Saturday having lunch and walking the Cliff Walk. Erica and Todd brought Ellie a very fashionable tiara headband and tutu which she's spent a lot of time wearing since their visit. Thanks for coming, guys!
Ellie and I went to the zoo this afternoon after she had her second-ever haircut. She talked about seeing the seals, giraffes, elephants and penguins for the rest of the day. 
We went out to dinner last night with friends and Ellie and Cate were dressed exactly alike. They were wearing the same shirt, overalls and bow. This was not planned in advance, but they looked pretty cute together.
We went to the playground after school yesterday. Ellie has become way more independent there; she goes down the slide on her own and begs to be pushed higher on the swings.
Ellie was cracking us up tonight while playing with John's blackberry. It almost looks like she's texting someone or checking sports scores to make sure the Bills won today (they did). What she is actually doing is admiring the picture of herself on the blackberry. 
We went downtown for Waterfire last night with friends. Ellie was mesmerized by the fire and enjoyed spending time with Gwyn, Benny, Connor and Maeve. Another highlight of the evening for Ellie was playing in the double stroller with Ben.
Ellie has been into her dolls lately. She pretends to change their diapers, put on bibs and give them naps. She also enjoys giving them stroller rides. One of Ellie's favorite things is to use baby wipes, which she calls "whites" on her dolls. She's very serious about keeping them clean. 