The Summer was spent going to the beach, having weekly breakfasts with friends, and lots of new experiences like brushing her own teeth, trying Oreos and feeding herself with fierce independence.
Cathy and Mariana
Monday, October 13, 2008
Summer 2008:
Olivia Turns ONE!
On June 6th, 2007 Olivia Calliope Flores turned 1 year old! We went crazy and bought a zillion toys that she showed little interest in until now and threw a birthday bash at the beach with family and friends. Instead of a big cake we made her miniature coconut cupcakes with cherries on top. She celebrated the day with an Elmo video, playing in the sprinkler outside and having her first bubble bath. She loved opening gifts--I think more for the fun of tearing paper and wearing ribbons than for seeing what was inside.
Oregon Trip:
Just before Olivia's first birthday in June we traveled to Portland, Oregon where Leo had a conference on electronic literature. Olivia perfected her walking on Oregon beaches and lush soft grassy park lawns. We all had fun taking in the natural beauty of the area. 
Multnomah Falls in the Columbia River Gorge
Growling at the bear at the Oregon Zoo
Splashing around at the Oregon Children's Museum
Enjoying her first fresh blueberries and strawberries--what better place to try them!
The Portland Rose Garden
The Asian Garden in Portland
Olivia was determined to undo the grooming of the rock and sand garden
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