Swing Swing Swing

We've enjoyed some beautiful weather here in Des Moines the past few days. Apparently we've entered into that short, wonderful transitory period between "Frickin' Freezing" and "Burn Your Hands on the Steering Wheel Every Time You Enter Your Car." For Abbie, this means that, for the first time in months, she can spend extended periods of time outside. I'll carry her around, watch as the neighbors friendly golden retrievers gleefully run each other over trying to sniff the baby, and let her stare at trees with endless fascination.

Abbie's favorite current outdoor activity is swinging at the nearby playground. I wish I knew why she loves the outdoor swing, but barely tolerates the indoor mechanical swing that her aunt spent good money to buy for her. Here are some pictures of her on the swing to create a simulation of you endlessly pushing her while dodging just in time to avoid being kicked.