Our Many Adventures

We are starting our school tomorrow (home school) and we are all excited about the cool things we get to learn. In the last few weeks we have had loads of fun. We enjoyed taking Eliza on her first trip to the Oregon Coast. Although it was 100 degrees at home it was rather chilly there.


















Eliza has gotten so good at feeding herself that it was time to get the "naked spaghetti eating" picture. (She was wearing a diaper.)

















Eliza has been walking and getting better at it all the time. Here are some cute "toddle" pictures. My favorites are the ones in her "monkey" jammies.


























We had a great time visiting with our friends the Fortlanders. Emily is getting so big! It's such a blessing to have such great friends and to be able to get the girls together for play time.


















This last weekend we were able to take the kids out to pick peaches and apples. It was a great photo opportunity.




















We were also able to visit the Champoeg State Heritage Center where the kids were able to experience some "hands on" pioneer fun.

More Summer Fun!

Here are some snapshots of the last few weeks. We were able to visit the Chinese Garden for the first time with Eliza! Faith had a great birthday and enjoyed the fun of a little sister getting into her presents (up until now that had been her role). Eliza is growing and is SLEEPING THROUGH THE NIGHT!!!! She is still struggling with naps but we are all much more rested. Thank you for your prayers. She is also starting to walk. She has gone up to 5 steps unassisted so far. Another "big deal" to us is that she is now picking up food and feeding herself. It helps when we all clap for her when she succeeds. She is a lot of fun for all of us!

Happy 8th Birthday Faith!!!!

Eight years ago today we welcomed Faith Lauren into our family. It's hard to believe it has been that long. She has grown to be a loving, beautiful girl who loves her family and her Lord. She has recently become a big sister to Eliza--a challenge she has welcomed and enjoyed. Just the other day she said to me, "Mom, I think Eliza is the best present I ever got." We are so blessed to have this sweet girl!

Busy Days

We have been busy! We have enjoyed the county fair, had a visit with Uncle Dale, Aunt Amie, and cousins Blake & Jaden, and been enjoying watching Eliza grow. She is crawling very quickly and so close to walking. We are still struggling with some sleep issues so that is one BIG prayer request. Here are some pictures so enjoy!

Happy 4th of July!

We have been busy in the last few weeks. In an effort to keep up I'm posting pictures from the last two weeks. There are some fun pictures of Eliza in her car and pool. There are also some pictures of our 4th of July holiday. We were able to see the local parade and visit with family. It has been busy but fun! Enjoy the cuteness.