My cousin Natalie!

That's my cousin Natalie Belle. She was born on my 16th month birthday!

What a gift from God. She is perfect.

Yesterday I went to my cousin Olivia's 4th birthday party.

It was so much fun. At Gymboree I watched all the kids and

played with Poppy H and Gramma.

Afterward Daddy, Mommy and I went over to Olivia and

her sister Julia's (almost 2) house to play and have dinner.

They are so beautiful and affectionate. They share all their toys

with me and I learn so much from them. When it was time to leave

we kissed and kissed and kissed some more and waved bye bye until

I could not see them any more from the car. I miss them

and can't wait to see them again. Next year should be so much fun

with all my cousins playing together!

Spring Fever and Fever

Caroline,
Happy 16 month birthday!
Your best gift was the birth of your cousin, Natalie!
Congratulations Dana and Kevin.
She is beautiful! It is going to be wonderful to
watch you and Natalie grow and grow up together.

Unfortunately, you developed a fever and then
your first ever ear infection for Easter. So, we spent it
home. But, as Kent said "You are such a trooper, you would
never know you were sick. I love you, Baby and you are soooooooo cute!"
You blessed us with smiles and even dressed up!

Daddy gave you a Reeses peanut butter cup. (bad Daddy)

You loved it and in return gave Daddy a kiss!

This month you are running all over, playing soccer and
basketball. We joined gymboree and you are having fun
with all the other children you met there. Climbing seems
to be a favorite of yours, along with now lifting one leg and
extending it behind you, like you are performing ballet. Walking on
your tippy toes is quite a site to see and hide and seek has become
a regular pastime. You are popping out everywhere saying "BOO!"
with a big grin on your face. You want to now ascend the stairs upright one
foot at a time, and then back down again. This is going to take practice and a
little more growing. Patience, Caroline!