As Olive and I were sitting along the shore of the Upper Rideau having a little afternoon picnic one day last week, a pair of older ladies walked up to us. Smiling, I said "hello" as I kept playing with Olive. They both smiled and then the taller lady with salt and pepper hair and rosy cheeks asked . . .
Seven Months With Olive
(you are a squirmer!) Dear Olive, I have a very bittersweet feeling as I write you this letter, Miss Olive. We have had such an incredible month that started with an amazing family trip to Nova Scotia and Newfoundland and has ended with the return to our figure skating family at the rink. Momma has . . .
Six months with Olive
Happy Half Birthday, dear Olive! You are such a joy, Olive. Watching you grow every day is such a special gift that I never appreciated before you came along. As I write this letter we are riding on a big Ferry as we cross over to Newfoundland on our first family adventure! Three days ago we said . . .
Five Months with Olive
Dear Olive, I didn't think it was possible, but I love you more today than I did the day you were born. Your smiles warm my heart and your giggles excite me every time. You are such a curious little girl. Trees amazing you, TV grabs your attention every time and Daddy makes you so darn happy! You . . .
Four Months with Olive
Dear Olive, You are a riot! Before you came along I was never really interested in the baby development stages, but now it fascinates me. The amount you have grown both mentally and physically over the past 4 months boggles my mind. No matter what type of mood I am in - tired, frazzled, busy trying . . .
Three Months With Olive
Dear Olive, People were not lying when they told me to appreciate every moment with you because time flies by so quickly. The past three months have been such a whirlwind of excitement (and sometimes a little bit of concern when we cannot figure out what you are crying about)! I feel like I keep . . .
