Tanning Oil -- It has a new meaning now

This is what an angel looks like making a sand angel.

And this is the beach just yards away. So sad what's happening to our beautiful coastline.

Someone Turns Four

Olivia's birthday party was held at the skating rink and everyone had a blast whether they skated or just watched.

What's a birthday without a new haircut and a manicure?

And a pedicure to set off a pair of sandals from a special friend?



Cake anyone?


Four candles to blow out.


Opening gifts (and notice the wardrobe change to a new dress from Aunt Farah). Also note the bling and fairy wings.


More new shoes!

Cosmetics are a girl's best friend. I know who to go to for lip gloss now.

A kiss for Grammy.

And a hug for Papa.



Isn't she lovely?

Happy Birthday, Olivia!

Slip Sliding Away...

At least once a summer the kids host a Slip & Slide party. This year they held one on Memorial Day, which also happened to be Kristin's birthday.

They buy heavy grade landscape plastic and roll it out in their backyard. Since the yard has a downward slope, it's perfect. Looks like Olivia got into the action this year.