Beach Weekend

We spent last weekend at Cannon Beach with Erik's friend Mike and his family. It was incredibly beautiful there; the sun was shining and it was actually warm (relative to Portland, that is). The kids had a blast playing in the sand and "trying" to stay out of the water (although it's way too tempting, even as cold as it is). I sadly forgot my camera, but luckily Mike remembered his.

Aiden, Mason, and baby Sofia

Mike, Teresa, and Sofia

Not Again!

We left for school this morning at 7:35a to some snow flurries coming down. This is what it looked like at 9:48a. I haven't experienced a winter like this since I lived in Montana!

Aaahhhhhh!

Check out Ziggity's favorite place to chill...nestled next to the heat vent in the kitchen.

Progress Report

Things are really movin' over at the project house. The kitchen has brand new (and newly painted) walls & ceiling; the scary old breaker box was moved to the basement and rewired to modern day standards; and the bathroom has been gutted (except for the tub and hex-tile flooring) and rewired. Fun fun!!!

Cookie's Visit

Say hello to Cookie, the pet guinea pig at Mason's preschool. He goes home with a family every weekend, and it was our turn to host the little guy this past weekend. He is a voracious vegetarian, happily chowing down the mass of baby carrots, spinach, and romaine lettuce leaves that were presented to him. He wasn't very fond of Ziggity, though, probably because he knew, if given the opportunity, Ziggity would try to eat him for breakfast. We enjoyed his visit, but I am glad to be back to three pets.

yum, dinner!

More Birthday Tidings

I'm feeling guilty that I blogged a happy birthday to my nieces, but not to my wonderful husband, who turned 38 on January 5. His birthday usually passes very quietly every year since it's so close to the holidays and most people have had enough of celebrations. So the kids and I gave him flowers, cooked a special dinner, made him a birthday cake, and lavished him with lots of attention. It's exactly the kind of birthday he likes.

Happy birthday, Erik! We love you!!!

Happy Birthday, Stella & Riley!

My sweet little nieces turned 4 on January 8, and today we get to celebrate with them! Diane is throwing them a big bash, with entertainment from our favorite balloon guy, Joe Mishkin. It should be a fun afternoon.

Happy birthday, girls!!! We think you are both wonderful and love you dearly!!!