Hi,

It sounds like you are off to a good start with your daughter.

Re: hiking. It sounds like your daughter can go quite a ways on her feet. I bet that in a few years, she'll be able to go really far on her own power.

Ah the joys of potty training. All I can say is that it does get better. And when it is better, it is much better than diapers.

Since you will probably be evacuating via car, have you
thought of having a second travel car seat on hand?
For example, if there is a sale when you happen to have the money, it might be worth considering. There are some car seats that double as strollers and can be used as booster seats in a pinch, and can also be taken onto an airplane. Plus, if you are in a car accident, you won't have to rush out to buy a new one at non-sale prices. A spare car seat can also be useful if you ever car pool with your daughter's friends. It won't help you if you're in a situation you have to walk out of, but it can be useful when you are in cars or airports.

-Kuovonne