So grown up

This little girl is growing up way too fast. I can't believe she is turning 3 next week.... or more like 16. She is totally obsessed with high heels. She walks around the house in these babies all day long. Stop growing up so fast little girl.

They may act like Tom & Jerry some of the time, but these 2 boys sure do love each other.

Our real live baby doll. She looks so content sitting in there....

Jade and I down by the bay, where the watermelon grows....

This is why Emery should be more nervous about sitting in that stroller. Jade is in heaven with this big sister stuff.

This girl is a Daddy's girl (probably because he never tells her no) and because she loves him.

A baby changes a family in so many good ways.... I can see why people have 10 of them. I am grateful for my 4.

July 4th at the beach

Our 4th turned out better than I expected being so new to this area. We had gorgeous weather, and headed to the park for a picnic, and then to the beach of course. We ended the evening eating grilled steak & lobster and watching the most amazing fireworks right from our deck. All the rich folks here compete to put on the best show, and with the waters reflection it really was outstanding! So everyone plan to visit us every july 4th to see for yourselves....... you will not be disappointed!

I was grateful the kids had their cousins around to enjoy the night with.

Monkey # 1

Monkey # 2

Check out this starfish they found!

We found so many that day.

Meet Scott's cute cousin Andrea.... our summer Nanny and lifesaver! I love her and so do my kids! I'm hoping she'll come back every summer, but I think she won't last very long out there in the dating world. I'm keeping my fingers crossed...... oh, and did I mention that having a Nanny around is THEE best? It is, and I feel spoiled.

Emery and I enjoying the fireworks.