Almost 2...

Almost 2... how can it be? 2 years ago we were picking out newborn clothes, looking forward to sonograms, and dreaming about what our little girl would look like. Well, now, she's no longer a baby and truly is our little girl. We have one busy little girl, who has been lucky enough to have a wonderful summer spent doing lots of fun things with some very good friends. 

Right now we are looking forward to the heat cooling off, planning a special birthday party, thinking about potty training in the near future, and enjoying hearing Harlen's vocabulary really take off in these last few weeks.

Here is what we have been up to...

Happy 4th of July!!

Chuck E. Cheese football throwing contest with dad. H won. ;)

Family dinners.

Hawaiian Falls with her buddy, Alayna.

Still rear-facing and happy about it, as you can see.

Playdates at Jump Mania.

Lounging in her chair. Enjoying the (morning) sun, that is somewhat bearable.

First trip to the dentist! There were some dramatics, but she got a great report and some new tooth goodies. :)

Trike rides.

Busy working at Grandma's desk.

Growing, just a little bit.

Arboretum with, Alayna.

Playing in the houses at the Arboretum.

Some friends, that make playdates so much fun.

Got a new "backup" car seat. She is not a fan of this seat or that we tried out forward facing. That face! She quickly told me, "No!" And covered her face. lol

Trying out her new Puddle Jumper with daddy. Best floaty EVER.

Shoulder rides on dad.

More trike rides.

Playing on the "stage" at the playground.

Hard naps after great fun has been had.

Yogurtland date with the 3 sweet girls. (H did not partake of the yogurt eating. Maybe someday!)

Even more trike rides. I think we use the trike more than the stroller!

A little potty practice!

Girls lunch. We are going to be so sad when Alayna leaves us to go back home. :(

I think it's safe to say Harlen is enjoying her summer! Lots to look forward to this fall. Can't wait!