Saturday, July 14, 2012

18 Months!

The last two months have been busy, as usual.  Layla's Mimi came to visit at the end of June and we had such a good time.  Layla took her first ride on the carousel while we were in Santa Barbara. We went wine tasting in Santa Ynez to some great wineries and Layla got all the attention.


Layla and I took an eight hour car ride up to my Aunt Sally's farm for our annual family trip.  Though the drive was long, Layla was a trooper and did amazing in the car.  When I stopped to get gas, I found that she had given herself and her clothing some tattoos.  Thankfully they are washable pens. Whatever works to keep her entertained.


She absolutely loved being around her family and spending time on the farm with the animals.  She especially loved the baby goats since they were just her size.  I was so excited because she had no problem hanging out with everyone there.  She didn't need mommy around her every second.  My little bean is growing up.   

Matti playing with the triplets

Hanging in the boat on the river

Playing with the blue donut



Loves for the baby goat


More loves

Just her size

Swing time

Exploring with cousin Jacob

Watching her silly cousins with Uncle Erik


Hugs from Aunt Sally