Ellie's had the slightest of growth spurts--vertically and horizontally, thanks to the abundance of food--but her step to the side to block Joel from going up the stairs is still rather comical given how small she is compared to him. One hand rests on the banister, body planted firmly in the way.

"I think she's taking a nap. Headache. That time of the month or something."

Slick, Ellie. Real smooth.