{Saying Goodbye}

Last weekend I said "goodbye" to the rest of Maisey's clothes with the exception of a couple boutique faves she might want to see again someday. It was hard to do, but I'm glad I don't have to sort through plastic bins anymore. The items were only a small, small fraction of what she once wore, but I saw them as memories of a little petite, curly haired girl. I tediously cataloged 289 items into a consignment system, hung, ironed, and tagged each one, and now I'm just waiting for my check! I was so pleased with the outcome and after already getting rid of 85% of her clothes in past times, I decided this is the route to go. Now I can replenish there needs since I now have two children to clothe. However, I do agree Maisey's needs are far less then I originally thought!

{Kindergarden Zoo Trip- 2 weeks ago}

Lucky for us the field trip to the zoo happened to fall on a nice dry day. In fact, it was so nice we ran into several of our buddies, and more were on their way as we were leaving. You never know who you're going to run into at the zoo, but 5 other adults and their kids- that's a handful.Girls posing in the Great Northwest Exhibit- one of the coolest attractions.
Polar Bear, Polar Bear what do you see? I see too many kindergartner's looking at me. How many are actually in this Polar bear cave I'm not sure I didn't capture them all.The whole family went on this trip. I thought the Ergo would be a good choice for the outing but it seems as though Ryley would have preferred the backpack. Really, it is quiet comfortable and I'm crazy about it but he enjoys the ride in a different way.You won't see us modeling any baby wearing gear since this position isn't one Ergo tries to sell for comfort!
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Really, I've been quiet surprised at the number of field trips they've taken since the budget is so bad.
They've gone to:
The Young Chef's Academy
The Pumpkin Patch
Pump It Up
The Zoo
...and I believe one more that is slipping my mind.

{Goodbye Erekson's}

We want to wish the Erekson's a happy move down to California! We will miss game nights, zoo trips, park visits, picky eaters, you guys of course, and so much more!

We will also miss these sweet little smiles that beam when these girls are together!

{Birthday Celebration Two}

This year my birthday fell on a busy day but we still managed to squeeze in dinner at the Olive Garden. It was nice to have dinner with just the four of us and the card Chad got me was also a highlight... Whoever wrote it, I swear wrote it just for me!The big highlight however was on Friday when some friends took me to Tillamook to celebrate. It was fun, intimate, and despite my car sickness (which I managed to keep inside-literally), it was a great day. The private beach we stopped at was foggy but warm enough to go without shoes.
The kids took advantage of that.
It was so nice to get away for a day without school on my mind!

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We also made it to Desert Book on Saturday and picked up some books on my wish list- that's the list of things I'm 'wishing' to read when school's out!

Thanks C!

{Easter in Eugene}

The kids on Easter morning at my Grandparen't house.

Ryley loves his new Little People truck with sounds. After his birthday and Easter this last week I think we've got him away from the Barbies and onto new things.

Maisey showing off her new doll toothbrush and toothpaste- more small things to keep away from Ryley (as if there aren't all ready enough Polly Pocket's and other accessories in this house)!

Here is a not-so-good family shot before church on Easter Sunday. We will have to try for a redo since my grandpa didn't use the zoom.

{Birthday Celebration One}

For Ryley's birthday eve we took him to Out of this World Pizza. He loved playing in the two year old section and he didn't want to leave afterwards! On his actual birthday we also had a cake with some friends at Magnolia park. The weather happened to be really nice that day and it was perfect timing in between Maisey's school, dance, dinner, and t-ball. When we went to Eugene over the weekend he had a second chance at cake (the first time was nap time and he wasn't that interested), and as you can see, he wasn't all that interested this time either. He didn't like all the attention when being sang to and cried...

Nonetheless, he loves all his new birthday toys, especially his John Deere tractor and Little People airplane.

He is so sweet!

{Happy 1st Birthday Ryley}

Today is Ryley's first birthday! The time went by so fast and I try not to even think about it because it makes me sad. However, the stage he is in right now, is super fun.

He loves:

- to eat

-to use his walking push toys

-to swim

-to take baths and showers

-to snuggle

-to read books

-to be sang to

-to watch other babies and kids

-to play with his sister

-to be outside and go for walks

-to get into things

Here is a one year photo recap:

"Birth-day" April 7Th @ 8pm
May- about 1 month old
June- about 2 months old
3 months old
4 months old
5 months old
6 months old

December
January
March