Pine Wood Derby-November 20th

This year we worked on our skills in sanding, using tape to paint straight lines, and finishing with high gloss spray. Next year we are soliciting Bruce to lead the effort!

California Dreamin'

A week in California was the right prescription to be together, make memories, and discover new things.

I vant to suck your blood

No Training Wheels!

There is no better feeling than the wind blowing through your hair and thinking you can do anything.

Waiting for MAX

We went to a Portland Timbers game with the Pack. In the middle of all your friends, you two still play with each other. I'm so thankful for the bond you have.

Don't Eat Me!!!

Adam wouldn't put his head in the mouth of the T-Rex but you Beanie, you have few fears.

For the Love of Bugs

I can't get the two of you to focus on a lot of things (cleaning bedroom, homework, etc) but when there's a rolly-polly bug, you sure do show me what you're capable of.

Backyard S'mores

A $30 fire pit has turned our backyard into the neighborhood s'more and weenie roast gathering place. Best home improvement we've made!

Drummin at the Zoo

I think you have found your inner primal being. This might have been your favorite part of the zoo...except of course for the train.

Today's Reading

Beanie, for putting up such a fight when I tell you to read, you sure do get into it. Today was a new record of 6 books!

She has You Wrapped Around Her Finger

Little Braeli had you mesmerized. Adam, you asked why she didn't have a neck and Beanie, you were very interested in her getting her diaper changed. These are things that remind me of how different the two of you are.

Mismatched Fashion

Oh Beanie, I love that you are a free spirit and you truly believe that a down vest and jeans makes sense on a 90 degree day.

Wannabe Gangsta

Here's Beanie trying hard to be tough...and failing miserably.

Ready to Play

We took a shot at playing soccer.  I'm not sure it was your life calling, but it was fun and life is all about trying new things.

Brotherly Love

When I see you two like this, I feel like I'm doing something right as your Momma.

Spring Break and .....Snow???

We patiently (ok, maybe not) waited all Winter for snow. We didn't realize we would have to wait until Spring!

School was only delayed for two hours so we had to fit in a quick snowball fight with our favorite neighbors

Beanie being Beanie

You are my theatrical, over-the-top, adventurous boy! I am in awe of you and your fearless, fun-loving approach to life. And with all this said, you are so generous, kind, and loving!!!

Scouts - Blue and Gold Banquet

Here is Adam, in desperate need of a haircut but nonetheless looking pretty cool in his uniform. We're working on him tucking the shirt in. He is at the Blue and Gold banquet. It's the ceremony were cub scouts move on to Boy Scouts.







There was a cake auction and this is what we came up with. It was a collaboration of me, my good neighbor Maggie and Abbas. Abbas said it brought in the most money!

Monster Truck Show February 2012-Scouting Event


So all the hassle and fretting about the noise and smell was for no good. You both loved every minute of the show and especially the motorcycle jumping. I hope this isn't a sign of any future career for either of you. My heart couldn't take it!!

Halloween 2011

To celebrate the mischievous stage 5 and 6 year old boys go through, being Thing 1 and Thing 2 was in order.

You were the hit of the school party and everyone loved your costumes when we went trick or treating. The night ended with you both dragging your bags of candy into the house and going to bed. Mom has learned that mischievous boys can be mellow with enough physical activity.