{ new backdrop }

I purchased a new backdrop today and decided to allow Olivia to do some modeling for me so I could try it out. She's always ready to get dressed up and pose for the camera.

{ good weather = great photos }

I actually had THE most amazing day today. I woke up early for once, had my morning cup of coffee and got Mara off to school. I went on a long, peaceful walk. It was so wonderful to get away from the craziness for a moment and just take in the awesome weather.
After the twins woke up, we went to the mall and did a little shopping. I took them to Build A Bear and they LOVED it. They have been dragging those bears around everywhere all day. We came home from the mall and waited for Mara to come home from school...and headed for the beach. After all the high was like 86 today....talk about inconsistent!!!
Anyway, Olivia is always up for a lil bit of modeling so I took advantage of the warm weather and snapped a few shots of her at the beach. Mara and Payton didn't hesitate to tell me "I don't want to take pictures." This is everyone in my family's favorite thing to say, with the exception of Olivia....she's always willing to strike a pose. Here are a few of the pictures from the beach...

Ok, I could add 15 more that I JUST ADORE!!! I can't help it...it's always hard for me to pick favorites. I like them ALLLLLLL.
So after the beach, I came home and cooked dinner then had to rush to Whitney's school for a mandatory meeting for Spring Sports. She's trying out for Track again. She made it last year, but this year (at middle school) there's more competition. I'm optimistic, she's a fast runner...it's in her genes!
After the meeting I went to the gym and totally worked my booty off and then sat in the steam room for about 10 minutes. Nothing feels better!!! Well, gotta hit the hay. Hope tomorrow is half as great as today was!