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As challenging as it may be to visit as adults when you are parents of toddlers, I have to say it is also so much more fun when you get together. After a fantastic visit by Mark, Emily, and Efram this weekend I have concluded that there really is something to the communal living idea. Ally and Efram seemed to really enjoy each other's company (as long as they were both not trying to play with Elmo at the same time). The similarities and differences between them are extraordinary to see. Efram is a master at the shape sorter and puzzles-- two things Ally is just starting to understand. And as is typical of little girls, Ally talks more and has a bit more drama! We anticipate very, very interesting years ahead.

As far as sources of amusement, the two winners were Matilda, who was chased into her cat hole many times, and the wagon.