We had lunch at a local cafe at the beach.

We played at the beach.

We ate sand.

… and shared kisses.

Brielle is not a little girl anymore. She’s growing into a beautiful young lady right before our eyes. This past May 29th, she turned 9 years old. In September, she will be in grade four. Wow! Where has all the time gone?

Not only is Brielle growing up quicker than we want but she has become and been a wonderful big sister to Brooklyn. Brielle adores her little sis and enjoys playing and sharing hugs with her. Brooklyn loves attention she gets from Brielle!

Besides being a big sister, Brielle enjoys doing many things. She recently took a ride on a boat and went fishing with her step-dad Jason while we vacationed up at the Sunshine Coast. She was very brave and very serious about fishing.

One of Brielle’s favourite places is the beach. We spend a lot of time at the beach taking walks, eating ice-cream and playing in the sand and water. Mommy likes taking pictures of Brielle.

Brielle has lots of friends. She spends most of her time with Ileana, Caitlin and Ashley. They have alot of fun together.

Brielle is a good teacher. She shows Brooklyn how to do and say alot of things. Brooklyn loves playing with her big sis any chance she gets.

This spring, Brielle played on a softball team for the very first time. She had a ton of fun and became very good at catching and throwing the ball.

Brielle is a pretty cool kid. We love her alot!

Who’s that big girl at the beach?

Brielle looking out over the water.

Mommy and Brooklyn taking a rest and enjoying the view.

Who can resist that smile and those ‘chubby’ cheeks?

Our hike to Snookumchuck Narrows …

Brooklyn’s first hike in her new backpack.

Brooklyn takes hiking VERY seriously.

Brielle searching the waters for starfish.

Brooklyn: Born on May 14th, 2006 … Mother’s Day.

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Brooklyn would like to thank all of her friends, cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents and especially Mom and Dad for helping to make her first year of life so fun and exciting!

Guess who loves the beach?

Guess who loves the sand?

Feels good …

Mommy and Brooklyn admiring the view.

Splashin around…

Brielle getting her feet wet …

Brooklyn eating sand while Dad poses for the camera.

Brielle looking out over the water.

Playing catch with Brooklyn….just kidding!

Just going for a stroll….Daddy and daughter.

Hey guys! Look at me!

Dirty feet…

Brielle’s friends …

Brielle and her best friend Ileana celebrated their birthday together this year.

Hip Hop was the theme of their party.

A chocolate cake …

Funny smiles …

and lots to eat …

Hrm…I wonder what’s down there?

Cool…

Hrm…can I eat these?

Yes, I know I’m cute.

Wassup?

Ha ha … you’re funny Daddy.

What’s under here?

Peek-a-boo!

What did I do?

Just a minute…I have to get something.

I like boxes and newspaper.

Mmm…this cake is good, Daddy!

Finger-licking good!

Why are you cleaning me, Nonno Tony?

I like frosting …

Do I have to wear a princess hat?

Yah…time for presents!

Look what I got?