San Diego

I just realized after Laura left, that I really didn't take many pictures of our outings. We've been to the San Diego Zoo, Dana Point at sunset, Hollywood, Malibu, La Jolla and I'm sure I'm forgetting something. Laura was very diligent at taking pictures, so I'll get some from her:)


This is on Mission Beach. It was only 60 degrees that day, but Olivia still wanted to go swimming. So, Laura took her and frolicked in the sand and water while I rested and watched the stroller and our purses.

Eleven years ago (in college,) I spent a summer here with Campus Crusade. We lived one block from the beach, and each had to find full-time jobs during the day. At night, we had Bible studies, group meetings, and did local evangelism. I worked at Taco Bell (with pride) and had to take a picture of the new building. The one I worked at is just behind this one to the right. Ah, the memories.

Dairy Farm

I have become a true city person who actually pays to tour farms so my child can experience them. We went to a dairy farm with a neighbor of ours and Olivia really liked all of the cows. She let a brand new calf suck on her hand and just smiled the whole time. At the end of the tour, we were served chocolate milk (made, bottled, and sold there) and cookies.

Belle's a "Wild One"

Esteban and Tifiny threw Belle a great party and she loved every moment of it! The theme was zebra print and bright pink. This is after the candles were blown out of her cake, and before she really dug in. Tifiny did a great job with the sweets!

Tifiny and her creations.

Olivia was right in the middle of the action. She did fairly well understanding it wasn't her party. We did have to strap her down in her high chair with food while Belle opened presents, though.

Loves to play outside in the "house."

Daddy and Olivia

Hilltop

Bill, Laura and I had the privilege of spending a few days at a retreat house in the mountains over Easter. It's called Hilltop Renewal Center. I rested a lot, and Bill, Olivia, and Laura hiked a lot. Olivia couldn't get enough of being outside. It was really peaceful and we had a great time there.

At Lookout Point

Bill, Laura and Olivia heading out on a hike.

We got to pick oranges and I saw a citrus tree up close for the first time. It rained last night, so as we pulled the oranges down, we were "splashed." Olivia liked that part the best. It takes two hands.

As we loaded up the oranges and grapefruit, she was allowed to play in the car.

Happy Birthday Belle!

Happy 1st Birthday to our dear niece, Isabelle Faith!! Time flies by so fast!