Second birthday (Part I)

Lily got to have two birthday parties this year, the first one celebrated at the beach.  For several weeks prior, when asked what she wanted for her birthday she said cake.  What color?  Always blue.  And, of course it needed some sprinkles.  So, I made her a blue cake with sprinkles. 

It is impossible to get her to sit and smile for a picture, but this is the best one I got.

Hugs for Uncle Robert.  He gave Lily a set of golf clubs.

First, a lesson from Dad.

Next, a few pointers from Uncle Mike.

Alright, enough lessons, I think they got it.

Another week at the beach

We had another fun trip to the beach this summer.  This time we went with Grammy & Grandpa, Uncle Mike, Aunt Christi, Carson, and Uncle Rob.  It is so fun for Lily to have a cousin that is her age.  Most mornings Lily would wake up and immediately ask "Where's Carson?".  They certainly kept us busy all week, but I have lots of fun memories of days on the beach & at the pool, climbing up & down stairs, opening & closing the doors, tiger roars, squeals of laughter, and chasing after the bunnies.  And, there was a shark sighting for a few of the family members.

Although it is hard to tell, Lily and Carson showed us a few dance moves while we were waiting for our table. 

Corn on the cob put a smile on Carson's face!

Grammy & Grandpa probably needed a vacation after this vacation.  Lily & Carson kept them on the go-go-go!

Lily has a mouthful in this one.  I think she had decided to go for another bite of her cheeseburger.

Our little beach beauty.

Carson liked going up the hill...

and, back down the hill....

where Grammy & Lily were waiting for him.

Love that smile!  All four of her cuspids (had to look that one up) have come through this summer.

We also had an early birthday celebration while we were there so more to come...

Washing dishes

One of our new favorite activities.  It will last a good 15 minutes (sometimes longer!). 

And, look at those lovely locks...she is finally getting some hair!

Just strolling around

I love these pictures that I snapped of Lily a few weeks ago.  We had just eaten lunch out with Grammy and afterwards Lily strolled around the outdoor shopping center, walking along the paths and stopping to check out all the fountains.  She did not want to toss any pennies into the fountains.  I guess she is saving her wishes for her birthday.  It certainly is hard to believe our little one is going to be two on Saturday!