Hi Ho Silver, AWAY!

Grandma and Grandpa gave Ellie a rocking horse for Christmas, which she didn't take much notice of until the tree came down and all of her favorite ornaments were put away. But once she and pony had a moment together, they fell in love. My friend Flicka, for real.

That is one delighted baby.

Here she is being especially delighted with her dada, who is trying to teach her how to say the word pony. It comes out a lot like "poe."

She has already become such a good horsewoman that she feels confident riding with her baby.

The only downside is that he does sing a song if you squeeze his ear. The upside is that Ellie probably won't notice if I take the batteries out. Battery removal is every mom's favorite hobby.