Opa!

We took a trip to Greek Fest at St. Nicholas - Liv loved the rides (well, most) and a good time was had by all.

So Mature

Liv has transitioned to the big kid swings, right along with her Dad.

Summertime in The City

The park is so fun, especially when Liv gets to go in her bikini.

My Little Philanthropist

Olivia has been asking for a cat (what?) for her birthday. Tonight, when I asked her what she wanted, she grinned and said "money." I asked again just to be sure, and also because when she says Grammie that can also sound like money, but no, she wants cold hard cash. I asked her what she would do with it: "Church".

There's Nothing Like Ice Cold Hose Water

Liv had a great time in her pool this afternoon, and was joined by her pal Mickey for a bit.

Reunited

Liv missed Babe, but it's hard to say if Babe missed the pinches and smothering.

My Beautiful Baby

She's Here All Week

Liv uses our toilet paper stand as a microphone. Perhaps she was a lounge singer in her previous life.

She Takes the Cake, and Then Some

In a moment of weakness, Steve and I caved after Olivia's tortuous begging for cake. So we took a trip to County Fair where we got an angel food cake, which Olivia proudly carried through the check-out, smiling at everyone, saying "Cake, Cake!" Yes, cake indeed.

Esme-licious

We were lucky enough to babysit Esme on Saturday - the girls had a blast together. I wish I could post those pics, but there was a lot of nudity involved.

This Season's Latest Accessory

I had taken Liv's temperature earlier in the day (under her arm). Later on, she wanted to do it "own." This is her interpretation.

According to Liv

When caught ripping up flowers - deny, deny, deny.

Seriously.

Fresh from the Shower

Smarty Pants

Super smart. Super sneaky.

Mid-sentance

Liv is talking up a storm lately. One of her favorite words is "own" as in "I want to do it on my own"

Fancy Nancy, I Mean Liv

Liv covers up her embarassment with her Bikini top

Nana helps Liv play ball on Father's Day.

Summertime Fun

Esme is super excited to swim with Liv.


So sweet.


Esme gets a kick out of the water...or maybe Liv's booty.


Seriously, she can not get any more excited.


Oh, maybe she can. What fun they had together!

A Very Cool Globe

Steve and his Dad will be working on a globe for Cool Globes in San Francisco. Liv was thrilled, and exitedly yelled "globe!" as soon as she saw it.

Independant Woman

Liv took a quick shower by herself the other day. 2 going on 12. Except for the pasta around her mouth.

Hide Your Crayons

Liv made her artistic debut - she kept it simple, with blue crayon on the wall.

There's No Place Like Home

I was out of town this week for work and I missed my little family so much. I had a physical need to kiss Liv's sweet cheeks. She happily obliged.

Hot and Sweaty,

She's still a welcoming host.

Happy Birthday, Steve!

Tomorrow is Steve's birthday (Happy Birthday!) and Liv really got excited to give her Dad his presents. Note her purposeful stride as she carries a gift.

Liv is One Lucky Gal

To have a sweet Dad who draws her pictures on the sidewalk.

Watch Out Neighborhood

Liv's out and ready to play.