Wind in the Willows is finished

I used some machine embroidery and free hand quilting to make a wall hanging. The idea is to go with reading the grandaughters the story of mole and river rat before they take naps. (They love the quilt and the stories but it doesn't make them want to take naps).

Zoo Day

Katie is ready for a day at the Santa Barbara Zoo

It was getting hot by noon so we left
and stopped for lunch on the way home

Katie took time to touch a flower

and the older girls played at the biggest sandbox I've seen

Lady

We had Lady for 12 years. She was 2 years old when we got her from a rescue group. Lady loved to give us a big grin. When she smiled, all her teeth showed. We'll miss her.

Easter at the Orlinskys

Outdoor fun -- it was cooler than it looked

Volleyball in the kitchen

Grammie and Kailyn share a hug

Tigger and Kailyn take a rest

I forgot to post St. Patrick's Day photos!

Kalissa, Kailyn, & Katie

Early Easter dinner

We all met at the IHOP in Fillmore and had fun. Some cousin shots.