The Best Birthday Present Ever

Since mom's birthday falls on Wednesday this year, we decided to celebrate this weekend. Elena spent her first night with a sitter and Juan took me our for a nice dinner at one of our favorites, Ze Mean Bean Cafe in Fells Point for the restaurant week Polish Sampler.

On Sunday morning, Elena gave mom the best birthday present ever when she walked for the first time. She's been taking "steps" for a few weeks now, but this morning she walked with purpose and didn't fall over at the end of her trek. We are so proud of our little lady! Judging from her giggles she's pretty proud of herself too.