Wally

Bella met Wally at a La Leche League meeting when they were both about 4 months old...and I think she has loved him from that day. Wally lives in a house that is on our way to just about everything. Whenever we drive by, she always exclaims "Wally's house!" (even if we're just in the vicinity). When he was on vacation in July, she was quite concerned and wanted to know where he was. He and his mom Sarah, who is a wonderful and mindful friend of mine, came over to our house for playtime last week. As you can see in the photos, Bella is clearly smitten with Wally.

*She would fall down on the ground and then say "Help! Help Wally!" And he would come help her up.
*Wally taught Bella (or tried) how to dance (see her on her tippy toes?) His mommy and daddy run Swing Des Moines, so he is off to a good start.
*They like to hug.

Like any relationship, they have their ups and downs. But they get over it and move on toward a bright future.

More photos here.