Hey, Where've ya been?

So it's been awhile since I've been on the blog. Work has been quite busy - as it always is this time of year.

While I've been away, Sequoia celebrated her second mother's day by taking her mom to a vineyard on the Northern Neck.

We also spent a day at Maymont again. This time Sequoia had a ball walking around and looking at the animals.

She wanted in as bad as the goats wanted out.

She certainly loves her animals.

One of her new toys is a second generation John Deere tractor trike handed down from cousins William and Christopher. She has some growing in to it to do, but she already loves it.

Colleen's sister Kathleen was in town for a big 40th birthday bash. I hope to post more pictures from that party when time allows, but evidently Sequoia knows how to settle in for a good party. I'm not certain if that is a lemon because she was drinking a Corona or doing shots, but either way, that's my girl.

Also with the combination of warmer weather and truly amazing walking skills, she has found a new joy in playing in her private swimming pool.

Tonight she was having fun trying to drink out of her big bucket.

She is definitely growing up. I will try to get some more pictures posted soon.

Sequoia can walk...

Sequoia can walk!!
With news this big it's no surprise that Sequoia broke out her blackberry and called all of her friends.

Kind of scary how good she is at using her phone ... I better get a better plan with unlimited minutes.

This certainly is not a great shot, but you get the idea. She has been able to take steps since her birthday and this past weekend she took a few steps on her own in front of her grandparents, but as of today she suddenly decided that she can and will walk everywhere.

She is incredibly coordinated and careful as she walks, but not at all hesitant. She is a confident walker and easily negotiates around the furniture and over the steps between rooms.
We are very proud of her.

Pool Party

The other day Sequoia was joined in her pool by her good friend Brooklyn.

Sequoia had fun climbing in and out of the pool sporting her surfer girl trunks.

Brooklyn borrowed Sequoia's Pooh bear Bikini and made friends with the lifeguard.

They shared Sequoia's Dora the explorer watering can.

Brooklyn obviously had a good time.

Sequoia also took some time to check out her tomato gardens.