The morning of the 4th of July we watched the children's parade in our town. Here is my little missy waiting for the big event.
(video, don't forget to click play)

Here she is getting a little police assistance: (more video)

And she loves to give new friends HUGS!

Lollipop, lollipop, oh lolli lolli lollipop . . . .

Then we headed up north to Steve's brother's place for a little 4th of July party and to celebrate one of Olivia's cousin's birthdays. I seem to be unable to get pictures of her cousins! I have failed again. And I have to mention I left the camera there and just got it back about 3 weeks later and many missed photo ops. This is the relationship I have with my camera; it is an improvement. It could be much worse.

Here is Olivia's Nina and Papa and Uncle Gary.

Beloved Nanny and Uncle Greg P.

Auntie Carol and Olivia's cousin Sarah. And, wait, what is that? A sharp dangerous beer bottle opener in Olivia's armpit? (throwing camera down, crash)

Just kidding, she listened to Mommy and put it down.

Steve and his brother Greg on the steps.

And Nanny playing with Meow Meow. (another video)