{a new member in the family}

This precious little baby was born into the family a month ago.

It is my brother and his wife's first babe.

Brody and I were able to make it down to California this past weekend and snuggle with her for the first time.

We were only there for about 36 hours, but it was worth it.
I was able to do a photo shoot with her even.

I mean... just look at this face!

My parents and aunt and uncles were able to come over while I was there too!

I sure love mini family reunions.

Brody was more than a little bit in love with his new cousin.

He named her "Skarloey" before she was even born...

and the name stuck real real good.

Poor girl won't be getting called Olivia much from this end of the family.