Isabelle here...Mom and I are sorry for the lack of updates recently.  We have both been sick lately and, although I have been cute and photos taken, Mom has not had the time to download them or post them (she says she's busy working extra to make up for missing work).

I also overheard her talking on the phone the other night.  I asked Santa for a friend for Christmas (and a ballet barre, so I can practice at home) but especially a friend.  Anyway, Mom was talking to an old friend of hers in Quebec from when she used to live there and it sounds like she has a daughter who will be coming to live with us and study music!! I don't think Mom kniows I know this so I will have to act super surprised when she gets here.