Congratulations to the Alvas!

We would like to welcome the new addition to the Alva family, Olivia Nicole Alva. She was born this morning at 8:03 am weighing in at 6 pounds 9.8 oz and measuring 19 1/4 inches. We got to see her just hours after she was born, what a treat! She is very cute and soft, with lots of hair.

Welcome Olivia!

Tamara and Julianna were very excited to meet their new God-Sister.

One happy and proud mom.

Easter Photo Shoot

Julianna was in a good mood so I took her outside to take some Easter pictures. You will see that these pictures show off her personality. She is a little nut and makes us laugh all the time. She goes from being very serious to being completely looney as you can see.

She starts off serioius.

Here comes a little smile.

Now a looney outburst... this was accompanied with a loud laugh.

Another big laugh.

The bunnies.

Malena's outing

We take Malena to the dog park once a week so she can get some exercise. Unfortunately, after we walk to the park, she is too tired to play with the dogs. Poor thing, she's getting old.


My girls.



A quick drink before we walk back home.

Visit with the family

Before coming home, we stopped at Tia Mary's house for menudo. Its always nice to watch the girls play with their cousins.


First round of pictures with the cousins.



A few more kids added.



Julianna with her nana.



Practicing her steps.

Congratulations Valerie and Adrian!

Our cousin Adrian got married today to a beautiful girl named Valerie. The wedding was located in a mountainside town called "Three Rivers" in Central California. The even took place outdoors with the sound of the river rushing by. It was really nice. We all had a geat time but unfortunately had to leave by 8 because my girls were too cold.



Adrian & Tia Lola



The newlyweds.



Two cuties.



Keeping Julianna warm while he drinks a beer.



Ok, its getting really cold, time to leave.

Car ride

I picked up the kids in Downey today and Julianna was in such a good mood. She was singing and cracking herself up in her car seat. She's a silly girl.

Sleeping through the night!

A little update: Julianna has slept through the night for the last 3 days!!!! YAY! Bedtime 7:30pm - Waketime 7:30 am. I feel so rested!