Anya's gift to da-da: a new book for story time!


Tony also received a copy of "The Happiest Toddler on the Block: How to Eliminate Tantrums and Raise a Patient, Respectful, and Cooperative 1-to-4 year old." Anya did not pick this one.






Waiting patiently (with neighbor's dog Lilo) for Coco to arrive.




Coco & Cara joined us for Father's Day dinner.


Best friends.


We thought Coco needed a stylish hat for her trip to Italy this week.
We'll miss you! Hurry back.


So proud of Anya for sharing! (Doesn't she look thrilled about it?)





Coco's turn.


This is what sharing looks like at 20 months.

Xander and Mike visit Bellingham


Xander is so entertaining.










Spellbound by X's storytelling.


Chasing Xander is fun!


Mike orchestrating the shot.


Ummm...what's with the creepy hand?






Telling Mike goodbye.

The Paperboys at Boulevard Park


Anya's first concert of the summer, with friends of course.




Margie & Jim.





Anya has perfected not looking at the camera when I really want to get a picture.











Telling Connie goodbye. (Thanks for all of the wonderful snacks Connie).


Playing in the sprinkler













Helping mommy cool off...




Couldn't resist this toddler-size adirondack chair.








Playing in the water is hard work.




Little drummer girl.


Fruit popcicle - brrrrrrrr!


Coco tries out the new chair.


Anya found the Peanut Shell sling she used to ride in
as a baby. What new found fun (not so much fun on my back)!


A measuring cup + mixing bowl + water = endless fun!







Saying goodbye to Alexa is never easy. So I'll just make a fish face.


Cara at her art students exhibit.

Laying in the sun with Em.




Anya loves to sneak out and take a peek at the garbage man on
Wednesday mornings.


Emily had to bring a creative, edible treat to her art class. She decided
to recreate the Necco wafer fish cake I made for her 6th birthday. Nice job, Em!