Mother's Day at Mama Caren's

So Oliver and I spent Mom's day at my

friend Caren's dock. Here's O watering the

crabs we caught. "Don't worry little

crabs, we won't hurt you."

Debating the pros and cons of submersion.
O and Mama Caren. She is AWESOME! I love
a "wisened" woman that says "F@*!"

Fishing?

You know if you water them enough they
will grow.

Chatting up the neighbor kids.

Aye Aye Cap'n

There's no free crab lunch at Mama Caren's.

My little hard worker!

I see a furture here. There's not much Oliver likes

more than bossing people around. The

perfect captain.

Loving the good life, wind in his hair,

the master of all he surveys.

Watch out wind, Oliver will karate chop

you in a heartbeat!

Sorry crabs, mom needs some sustainance.

We had a beautiul day. Thank you mama Caren

and Captain Larry! Oliver is a HUGE fan.

Story Time

This is the scene of Oliver's pre-sleepy time

gathering. He huddled here with his friends

and read to them by the light of his flashlight.

Soccer....eehhhh! Cleats and Shin Guards...YES!

So, Micro Soccer has been an exercise in chaos.

Oliver is very ambivalent over the idea. He's

not quite sure if he is made out for team sports, BUT

he loves the gear! Cleats, shin guards, and red socks that

go past his knees are a huge hit.

Date night

We rode the bike down to the river for pre-

dinner monkeying.

I'm king of the world!

Then dinner at Vinnie Van Goh Gohs

First soccer practice, first beach trip of 2010, etc.

Getting the Soccer Mojo flowing...

GOAL!!!!!

Proud angel.

After soccer was a visit to the teddy bear

clinic at the hospital. Oliver's baby Noah received

stellar care for all his injuries.

We finished the day with a rousing jam session.

Next morning, off to the beach. Oliver

showcased many skills--kite flying...

...then he proceeded to perform an impromptu

broadway style show with original lyrics,

dancing and acrobatics!

It really was fantastic. He was in his own

little musical and performed beautifully!

Then after a delightful nap it was time for some quiet

reading and a pedicure -- purple polish for o's toes.