Thursday, August 4, 2011

Firecracker


07.02.11

Kicking of July and Independence weekend, Keeley Kay headed to a poolside BBQ with Mama, Daddy, Chark and Darlen. It was a beautiful day and Keeley Kay loved splashing around in the sparkling water. It was a day filled with good food, good friends and good times.


Keeley Kay's first Cupcake



07.04.11

Happy 4th of July! Decked out in her red, white and blue, Keeley Kay was ready to show her independence. Keeping it easy breezy, the family stayed home, had a BBQ, pool-time and ended the night with some sparklers. 










07.09.11

Summer is in full swing and Keeley Kay took a walk on the wild side at the San Diego Zoo. It was a glorious day. Starting with a leisurely lunch outdoors at Albert’s and ending with the magical roar of the lions at night. Although Keeley Kay loved all the animals her favorite that day were the Bonobos. The baby Bonobo enjoyed interacting with Baby Keeley Kay, giving her quite a show. So much to see and do! This definitely won’t be Keeley Kay’s last trip to the Zoo!




Keeley Kay and Baby Bonobo

Keeley Kay and Gorilla having a stare-off


See the Camel?

Elephants




07.10.11

Party time again! This time the Porter’s were down for a visit and the family headed over to Uncle Johnny’s for some fun in the sun. Today wasn’t just special because she got to visit with family, but today was the day that Keeley Kay took her first official steps alone!! Motivation….ICE CREAM!

Silly picture!






07.12.11

Today was cousin Shay’s actual birthday. To celebrate the family went out to one of Shayden’s favorite restaurants, The Old Spaghetti Factory. Keeley Kay tried Mama’s all-time-favorite dish…Mizithra Cheese Spaghetti. YUMMY!!! Keeley Kay couldn’t get enough of the salty goodness. Just like the rest of her family, Keeley Kay will be an Old Spaghetti Factory regular.






07.16.11

It’s a Birthday Boy Bowling Party! Cousin Shayden celebrated his 7th birthday with a kicking bowling bash. Daddy taught Miss Keeley Kay how to roll the ball down the middle. In a few years time she will probably be in a bowling league of her own, following in Mama’s footsteps as an ultimate bowler. 

Grandma Keeley, Keeley Kay and Yolanda


Keeley Kay loves her Cousins

BDay Boy

Helping Mama bowl

Keeley Kay and The BDAY BOY

Cousin Shawn

Keeley Kay and Raymond


07.17.11

Never stopping, Keeley Kay was off again. This time she spent the day with family enjoying the sun and the relaxing pond at Tom’s Farm. Keeley Kay partook in some of the farm’s activities, such as riding the train with Daddy and going round and round on the carousal with Mama. It was a wonderful summer’s day.

Keeley Kay with Uncle Joel & Aunt Jessica


Grandma and Papa Keeley

Grandma Coni



On the train



07.19.11

Just another day by the pool.



07.23.11

It was a bit early…actually a month early, but Keeley Kay has such a big family that the birthday celebrations had to get started. Great Aunt Kathy had a gift that couldn’t wait until Keeley Kay’s actual birthday, so Mama threw a mini-soiree by the pool. Keeley Kay had a blast, despite having a bad cold that decided to settle in her eye. Poor baby.


Uncle Wendell, Daddy and Papa

Steve, Yvonne and Cousin Koko

Cousin Koko, Keeley Kay and Mama

Matching bathing suits

Aunt Shannon, Uncle Bill and Cousin Shyler


Blow out the candle

Sooo happy!!


I make chunky thighs look good

Grandpa Rob and Grandma Coni

Aunt Carol and Uncle Johnny

Cousin Shyler, Uncle Wendell & Papa & Grandma Keeley

Aunt Kathy and Uncle Wendell



07.27.11

It was Keeley Kay’s first picnic with her cousins Shayden and Shyler. It was a restful day, perfect for chillin’ outside under the warm summer sun.



07.31.11

The Circus came to town and Keeley Kay came to the Circus. It may have been Mama’s birthday, but it was also Keeley Kay’s first time under the big tent. What an exciting day it was too. Keeley Kay had cotton candy for the first time and a sugar buzz to go along with it. Keeley Kay was entertained for the full two and a half hours, watching the dancing elephants, well-mannered tigers, dare-devils, dancers, clowns and tumblers. It was non-stop visual fun, but the day did not end there. Oh no. After the Circus Keeley Kay was whisked to Lazy Dog where more family was waiting to celebrate Mama’s birthday. It was a busy and fun-filled day.


Keeley sleeping by elephants

Uncle Liam, Grandpa & Grandma O'Bannon


Grandma & Papa Keeley

Grandma & Papa Keeley, Uncle Johnny & Aunt Carol

Grandma & Grandpa O'Bannon & Uncle Liam

Cousin Shyler

Uncle Bill, Cousin Shayden & Aunt Shannon

Cousin Shawn Shawn and Stephanie


Cousin Sharissa



Like fireworks light up the July sky

Keeley Kay is like a little firecracker

With a bright smile and a twinkle in her eye

From parties, to the Circus and even the Zoo

Keeley Kay’s summer is full

So many things to see and do

Just a little baby Keeley Kay sure breaks the mold

Summer is not over

Let’s see what August will hold

Sunday, July 3, 2011

Daddy's Girl


06.04.11

Daddy did it!!! Daddy is officially Dr. Thurman. Keeley Kay watched on proudly as Daddy walked across that stage to claim his PhD. Then it was off to Steelhead Brewery to celebrate Daddy’s accomplishments. Family and friends gathered to congratulate Daddy and have a good time. What a great way to start the month of June.












06.14.11

Mama was finally able to gather enough hair to make a fountain tail! Love it!



06.15.11
Hanging out with the cousin on this day! Mama has to keep a watchful eye, because Keeley Kay loves Shyler so much that she is a little rough. Keeley Kay likes to grab and squeeze.



Later that day, the cousins came over to enjoy Keeley Kay’s first time in the pool! She loves the water and was not a happy camper when it was time to get out. 






06.16.11

Now that they are neighbors, Keeley Kay spends a lot of time with her cousins. Shawn Shawn in particular has her heart. She loves to spend the morning cuddling with him, watching morning cartoons.



06.18.11

Today the family went to the Irish Festival! It was a day full of beer, food, dance and Irish activities. It was like St. Patrick’s Day all over again. 








06.19.11

Keeley Kay is definitely a Daddy’s Girl and Daddy’s first Father’s Day is extra special because of this little Princess. Keeping it low-key, Daddy had a BBQ with his brand new RED BBQ given to him by Mama. Aunt Shannon and the Cousins dropped by for the food the fun. Always the great chief, Daddy made a feast that just had to be burned off with a few laps in the pool. Isn’t it great how dads like to cook on Father’s Day? This family was sure happy.





06.21.11

Another pool day and Keeley Kay looks fabulous! Only thing missing is a little umbrella drink.



06.25.11

This is the moment when the harsh reality of being a girl hits hard. Ear piercing day!!! Yup, it was time. Mama, Daddy, Grandma and Papa Keeley took Keeley Kay to get a permanent symbol of femininity. Mama was a little worried that Miss Keeley Kay would throw a hissy fit, but she handled it like a champ! A little tears, but mostly curiosity. Mama upgraded to the blingy earrings so that Keeley Kay could sparkle like a star in the summer sun.



06.27.11

Today Keeley Kay turned 10 months! She’s growing up so fast! Grandma Coni came out today to spend some time in the pool with Keeley Kay. Of course Aunt Shannon, Uncle Bill and the Cousins were there to have some splishy splashy fun. What a beautiful day too! It was a relaxing day for food, pool and games.





It may be June

But there’s no gloom

Only sunshine and smiles fill the day

Whether it’s swimming or cruising

Keeley is mobile

Letting nothing slow her down

Or get in her way