July 25

During the early part of our day, the kiddos bounced their way through a fun trampoline birthday party. Then this evening, we watched "The Little Mermaid" and skipped the usual group walk, so I opted to go solo. And I was surprised when Abby decided to join me.

She was in full-on silly mode as we trotted along, and much of our conversation was purely nonsensical. I snapped this pic as she was tossing her hair "Ariel-style" and subsequently dissolving into a fit of laughter.

My girl can be very serious --too serious sometimes, I think-- so it's always an awesome blessing to see her let loose and be a goofy kid. A real, emotionally unencumbered, joyful kid.