I Know, I Know...

I know. We've been absent for a while. Trust me, I have heard about it from many of you. Mommy and Daddy are still taking pictures, but the computer that uses them is not working... there will be lots to see when it finally starts working again. In addition, I keep them sooooooo busy that it's hard to find time to update. Just know that I am having a great time doing all that I do... I am talking a lot more and enjoying life!!

Happy Halloweeeeeen!

I had a great Halloween!

It started way before Sunday. First I got dressed up as a peacock. Never mind that I'm a male peacock, that's not the point.

I went to daddy's office on Friday and got candy.

Then, I ate candy and slept. Then, it was time for the Farmer's Market. I looked good, as usual...

Then, I spent the afternoon resting, because the next day would be Halloween! Sure enough, it was a pretty fun day. I had heard about it, and mommy and daddy say that I've dressed up before, but I don't remember it. This year, I'll remember for sure...it was awesome!

All I had to do was walk up, say "Trick or Treat" (but I usually said, "I a peacock"), and then I got to pick up a piece of candy (or alternatively place a piece of my candy in their candy bowl, which I did a little less than half the time).

All in all, I think I like Halloween...I wonder what I'll be next year?

I've been away for a few days - I wAZ in AZ!

That's right folks, you heard it here. I have been to Arizona! And though it was hot, I had a great time!

I saw the desert...

Explored an arboretum...

Got up close to some butterflies with GP...

Went to Tombstone...

Acted super serious...

And super silly...

And even though there aren't pictures of me swimming, I did do lots of swimming! There were at least 5 pools there. This one was right by our house that we stayed in!

Overall it was a great week with Annie, GP, Khaki, Mommy, and Daddy!

It's still summer, but fall is in the air

I think fall is coming. It is getting just a little bit cooler!

Cool enough to wear warmer clothes at night or early in the morning...

But still warm enough to sit outside with my folks...

For now, I'll just keep on dancing and admire the art around me!

I saw this at the Cheekwood Museum Chihuly Exhibit last week, for example....

Happy Auntie Day

I love my Auntie, too. She's special... she is my only aunt or uncle. I love her, even if there is no Auntie Day... :-)

Happy Grandparents Day!!

I wanted to wish all of my grandparents a very Happy Grandparents Day!! I love you all so much and am so thankful for all that you do for me!! Much love to Didi, GP, Kaki, and Papi. AND, I am really lucky to have a great-grandpa, too!! Happy day to Pappy, too!!!

Abby the Ballerina

I am getting very excited about my first ballet class in a few weeks. Mommy and I went and bought my leotard and tights and ballet shoes... what fun! Here I am "practicing" in my room.

A Fashionista

Mommy says I am truly a 2 year old now... I insisted on wearing my rain boots out today, even though it was not raining and it was almost 100 degrees outside. (And, in case you are wondering, I look unhappy in this picture because I was ready to run errands and Mommy insisted on wasting time to take my picture!)

Beach Fun

Here is a glimpse of me having fun at the beach. Notice how much I love the sand... it's ALL over my face!

Being Silly

Summer Fun

We just got back from a week in Rhode Island which was so much fun. We got to see old friends and lots of people we have not seen in over a year. We spent a week at the beach which was so much fun. I wasn't totally sold on the waves unless Mommy and Daddy were both there with me, but I LOVED the sand. LOVED IT. Daddy and I dug numerous holes and built sandcastles. I can't wait to get back to the beach.

My 2nd Birthday!

Have I ever mentioned what a lucky girl I am?? For every birthday I have had, all four of my grandparents and my aunt have been there, and this year was no exception. We had a great celebration (it was my grandma DiDi's birthday as well as Mommy's)! I got lots of great presents: a slide, a kitchen, a car, and a tower to use at the kitchen counters. I told you I was the luckiest girl around!!

My family also had a party for me. We had cake, decorated cookies, and played with my new toys. Thanks to everyone for all the presents and good wishes sent from near and far!!

Happy 2nd Birthday

WOW!! Can you believe I am TWO years old???? It seems like just yesterday that I was born, as you can see in the top picture, and then the next year (bottom picture) I was celebrating my first birthday. I have had a great week with family and friends. Pictures from celebrations forthcoming... :-)

My First Haircut

I got my haircut for the first time today!! I was a bit nervous a first, but it was nothing my sheep and a lollipop couldn't fix. I think I'll be happy to go back next time!

A Busy 23 Month Old

Wow. I am busy. It must be because I am almost 2, but my days are so full. I have all sorts of activities, classes, play dates, and I still love my naps (most of the time). Sorry I have been absent for a while... above is a smattering of pictures from the last month, including a trip to California, a trip to Chattanooga, and much, much more!!