2nd Cousin Party

While the adults and children over 12 went tubing down the river, the kids and babies stayed at the cabin. Olivia was in heaven playing with her 2nd cousins, and Mom was glad she brought a basket of Olivia's toys for them to share.

Olivia, Mia, Ella, and baby David

Olivia and Mia 

Too Big

Mom put you in your bouncer while she was doing the dishes today. You still enjoy pulling on the butterflies and watching Mom. But today you pulled yourself up into sitting position. Today was your last day in the bouncer!

Teeth

You finally have some teeth! The bottom left one came in first and then about a week later the right one broke through. With these teeth you weren't too grumpy, but you did wake up at night for a couple weeks.

Seven Peaks

Today Dad had to go to work and you took a short nap this morning. That meant a perfect day for Seven Peaks. You started crying just minutes before we pulled up and as soon as you got out of the car you were all smiles.

We spent most of our time in the baby pool. You like to sit in the water and splash. Then you started pulling yourself up to standing position using Mom's legs. You used a loud high pitched scream to let everyone around you that you were having an awesome time.

We ventured to the lazy river but the water was too cold. We went to the kiddie pool and jumped off the side into the water. You also loved laying on your back. Spending an hour at the pool makes for a great day!

24th of July

We started out the morning by dropping Dad off at Mapleton Jr. High so he could get ready for the parade. We quickly found a spot by Mapleton Elementary to watch the parade. You sat on your blanket and played with your toys.

Mom spotted Uncle Ren's family and we soon joined them at the White Church with Aunt Shauna's family and Great Grandma and Grandpa Hales. You loved watching everyone in the parade and playing with Aunt Shauna and Uncle Troy. It was fun to see Dad walking in the parade for his new job at Maple Mountain Pharmacy.

After the parade we went to the park and listened to some music with Grandma Hales. Dad fed you some of his apple pie, which you loved and after you finally fell asleep.

Later we went to Grandma Sue and Grandpa Blaine's house for a BBQ. You took your afternoon nap on Andrea's bed and the animals kept your from rolling off.

Rodeo

Today you went to the Spanish Fork Rodeo with Mom's family. It was really hot when we got there and your cheeks were nice and pink. You did awesome, Mom wore you in the Baby Bjorn until she was done eating her dinner. Everyone in the family always wants a turn to hold you, so Mom and Dad were able to enjoy the rodeo. We stayed until 9:45 and then decided to call it a night since you usually go to bed by 8.

Minnie Mouse Party

Tonight you went to your friend Olivia Burr's birthday party. It was a Minnie Mouse themed party and it was outside. You enjoyed playing on the grass and eating bits and pieces of Mom and Dad's dinner. They even gave you a present at the party. You got some Minnie Mouse hair clips and a headband. Pretty soon it will be time for your party! Today was the first time that you and Olivia sat next to each other and played nice. Usually one of you is grabbing of pulling at the the other.

Pulling Up

You are exploring more and more each day. Today you were playing in the living room and I caught you trying to stand up. You can pull your up to standing sometimes, and other times you get stuck in this position.

8 months

Today you turned 8 months! Where has the time gone? Before we know it you will be 1! 

We sure do love our Livey Girl! 

- After enjoying months of sleeping through the night, you started waking up 1 or 2 times a night crying.
- Started teething and Mom can see your bottom right tooth under your gums. That is why you have been waking up the last few nights.
- You are wearing mostly 6 - 9 month clothes and size 3 diapers.
- Mom and Dad left you with your first teenage babysitter while they went to the Temple with Ayrika and the rest of the family.
- Since Mom stopped working you don't take bottles very well anymore.
- For 2 weeks you went to swimming lessons with Mom at Lindon pool. You loved laying on your back, playing with the toys, and trying to blow bubbles.
- Took your first bath in the kitchen sink.
- Celebrated your first 4th of July.
- Went to Lake Powell with Mom and the rest of Mom's family while Dad stayed home and studied for his Pharmacy boards.
- While we were there, you wore your life jacket and went boating. You loved swimming in your float, and played with Mom's cousins Dillon and Addison.
- Went on another trip with Mom and Aunt Andrea to St. George for a couple days. We swam, shopped, and ate.
- You are starting to pull up on things around the house and love to pull up on Mom's legs.
- When Mom is folding the laundry you like to help.
- You go to bed between 7:30 - 9, and wake up between 6:30 -8:00. You nurse after waking up and play for an hour. Then you take your first nap which is between 1 and 2 hours. We play until 1 or 2 and then you take another 2 hour nap.
- You are talking more and more each day. You say dadadadadada the most and a few times ma ma. But for the most part you just talk gibberish.
- Dad has been working long hours and when he walks in the door you clap and show that you are excited to see him.
- You are getting close to crawling. You rock up on your knees and then lay on your belly, but there is not too much of a forward motion. You can scoot backwards and turn to the side.

St. George

You made a quick trip to St. George with Mom and Aunt Andrea. You did all of the best things in St. George.

Swim

Shop 

Eat

Relax