P's in a pod

Pictures in the park

2012-01-31T13:28:00.000-08:00

Not an easy task. We had a friend take some much needed Family Photos. Personalities are everchanging and growing. We wanted to share some of the fun we have been experienceing as parents. Smiles & giggles, walking & wiggles.

Just had to go back in time.

2012-01-04T16:16:00.000-08:00

I just had to go back in time to show the Halloween we had this year. Halloween has never been my favorite holiday... until I had kids. This year we were a hodge podge of all sorts of things. The boys were cute as can be cowboys. Jax was finally able to fit into his handme down cowboy boots from the Family reunion and souvineer hat, Daddy's vest from when he was little, and mamma's collection of hankies. Em-was a little viking baby, not sure of the proper term. But she was given this cute hat as a gift...It was perfect timing for Halloween and so starts TUTU making. What she is wearing is a tutu made from scraps from a tutu she will wear in about 2 years. Mama was a thrown together gypsy! (not pictured)

Oh we love our brother. Em loves crawling all over Jax. Especially when he has snacks. To Jax, anytime we eat sitting on a blanket, it's a "picnic". We came home from errands and I gave him some snacks, he asked for a blanket for a picnic. He loves eating outside. Today of all things we had a picnic this afternoon in the warm sun. It was so warm we had to pull the blanket into the sun. He really loves playing outdoors.

So it's been Awhile.....

2011-08-09T16:03:00.000-07:00

2010 I had good intentions of keeping up to date. It is now the latter half of 2011 and I don't intend to Catch up on the last year and a half.

Some Pictures to let you know we are doing well and living life. Jax has a love of trains and cannot get enough. We distract him by going to the park or places to play with friends. Learning to share just started. He can share most of the time with Mom, Dad and Elly. There are select toys for us. but of course Everything is "MINE"! Jax is a pretty good back seat driver. "red light-STOP....Green light-GO GOGO!!"

Oh Yeah..we Welcomed Emily to the Family in February. She makes the best Cooing sounds and has the cutest "toothless Smile" Chubby as Ever and rolling and scooting all over the place reaching for things she ought not to. She adores her big brother. He will push her in the swing that is already swiging and they just have a ball Laughing at each other till one of them gets the hiccups.

Off Hiatus

2010-10-07T21:03:00.000-07:00

We've been on hiatus for awhile... almost all electronic communication. Wanted to give a quick update before I started putting pictures back up. Summer we had an awesome Family reunion, came home..packed up the house and moved across town. Worked on unpacking ...finding the computer..well we plugged it in and "poof" a literal poof of smoke and fire came out of the computer.....so we had to get that fixed....caught up on 78 emails......56 emails.......120 emails....Bills...Moved in ...So right about now we feel that we are getting settled and almost back to normal. Mike went on fishing trip and came with Cheese!

LAst week Jax started saying "Baby" Clearly it used to be "Daeby" so the timing is great because we just found out we are expecting a "GIRL" !

So we will keep you posted on our happenings.

Pismo Dunes

2010-06-02T20:50:00.000-07:00

Memorial day weekend we went to the dunes. The weather was going to beautiful and the rhino was ready to go. We picked up ourselves a new toy for our long trip, a 32' toy hauler that we wanted to break in. Let me tell you it made camping a lot easier with the little one. The only problem is you spend too much time inside with some moddern conviences. I kinda missed when we tent camped you were actually camping "roughing it".

The little guy enjoyed the trip down, slept most the way thank goodness. That made our drive more enjoyable. He did such a good job he got to get out of the carseat when we arrived at the beach and aired down.

Playing in the sand is so much fun. We gave him the task of digging the fire pit. Dad had to help a little but he was right in there digging away.

The boys had fun on their trips out to the Dunes. Some of the guys Mike works with came down and had a blast. The new set up in the Rhino made things more fun and safer.

After the boys were done it was time for Mom and the boy to take a ride. The little guy wasn't to sure if he liked it. When we went down hills his eyes got really big. Mom rode in the back while dad drove, He was holding onto moms hand as tight as he could. Maybe a few more trips out he will start to like it.

We had a great trip the weather was beautiful, and the sand was soft.

So this is how the truck had to leave the dunes. Sad sight. Pulling into the dunes we had to drive across the dunes and there was an incline. The truck didn't want to make it, dad was trying harder and harder to make it until the transmission decided it didn't want to make it. So we sat there for about an hour trying to figure out what to do when a straight up "Redneck" in a big truck came up and offered to give us a tow. We told him the truck was dead and he wouldn't be able to tow us, he told us to hold while he got a buddy. It took two trucks to pull us to our camp spot where the we spent the next 3 days, and the truck sat there not going ANYWHERE.

So your probable wondering how we got home. Good question, all weekend dad was trying to figure that out, since it was a holiday weekend all the shops would be closed until Tuesday. Finally we called a friend back home and asked him to bring down his truck to tow the fifth wheel back and dad would take the truck to a shop.

So that was our fun adventure. It seams that every trip with us has a "good story". All those that have been with us know what we are talking about. There is always a story to look back on and go..That is so crazy.....and yet we still go year after year.

* Spring has Sprung *

2010-05-07T13:17:00.000-07:00

Spring has Sprung and so has our little Boy!

-Clothes that used to fit..no longer do

- Independence is getting stonger each day

-Climb halfway up the stairs without making a peep

-Comes down the stairs like a pro!

-Definetly has his opinions about what he wants to do, even if Daddy says "no"

-Thinks its funny to walk the other direction when Mama says "Come here"

-Loves sitting in chairs his size and puts his sippy cup in the cup holder

-Always plays hide and seek with Dad's Charger

-Drinks out of the faucet/hose....like a pro

-Daily chore is to Help feed the dogs and Fill the dogs water bucket

-Everything with 4 legs is a Wuuf.

-Purposely drops food off the high-chair just to say"uuh oh"

-Offers the doggies their treats...after sampling a few

-Signs: more, milk.....or I WANT!

Just some thoughts...

2010-03-07T21:59:00.000-08:00

I've had a few thoughts on my mind lately....As I have been facebooking this past month a few things have made me realize everybody has Challenges...some small and some large. (I'm just rambling and don't expect it to make sense.) The challenges we have had to deal with lately are relatively small, compared to some friends I have been reunited with. I don't know the details of what they are going through. It seems far more than I could handle. But for each of us there will always be a challenge that is tougher & more tiresome than the next. From past experience with Challenges, I have learned that how you approach the challenge, how you overcome the challenge, can either weaken or strengthen your soul.

I had a friend pass away before Christmas time. Her passing was and still is hard for me. She was there for me during some of the hardest times of my life. She gave me life advice and friendship, without judging or criticism. I am glad She was there when I needed her. It was one conversation that changed my outlook.

to all my Friends & Family, you may never know how a conversation you have with someone can change their lives... good night.

First B-Day

2010-02-27T19:31:00.001-08:00

Graduating to..somthin cuter....sweeter

2010-02-03T14:59:00.000-08:00

This year so far has been quicker than lightning...and so has our little crawler....

He has mastered crawling around the house to:

find Mom....

find Dad.....

play with the dogs....

go up the stairs.......

see who's in the bathroom.....

look out the window.....

It hasn't stopped at crawling....he's gotten into climbing....he loves climbing onto the wooden butcher block and plays with the handle on the mixer. It is tight in there but he manages to get himself in and out without any trouble!

"Little Squiggles" also has graduated from the baby tub/sink to the big tub! The first time was a little scary.....for him.....but as long as we've got the toys and some cups he'll do just fine. HE's growing up too Fast! A year is almost here..and Mama's not quite ready for a toddler. Especially one that thinks he can stand in the tub. Leaning over the tub....Oh My back just kills after bathtime.
"lil Stinker"
so he's old enough to sit in his high chair and feed himself finger foods..but what the camera did not catch is the dropping of said food on to the floor.....We'll be done eating and there is a sea of chunks on the floor....seat..cushion...( that's why the cushion is missing..its in the laundry).....So we send the dogs in to clean up his mess and he continues to hang his hand over the side of his chair and lets Rusty eat out of his hands..... he gets the biggest grin on his face when Rusty is done with the food and licks his hands clean...

His little personality is really quite charming..

Goodbye 2009 and Hello 2010

2009-12-31T22:14:00.000-08:00

Well 2009 went out with a big bang...clang clang.... Dad ended up in the ER last night after hurting himself... I keep telling him to be more careful and he thinks he's Super-MAn.. He got a nice crooked slice in his leg. about 6-8 inches long....27 stitches and some nice bruising. Haven't taken any pictures with the stitches yet but he got a shot right before the stitches and is it ugleee!

2010** New Year's Resolutions.... They are in my head right now....will get to writing them down before teh 2nd...so hopefully they will get worked on this year and into the NEW DECADE! Whew!... a new Decade? Time has really gone by way too fast. Let's make every moment Count!
HAppy NEw YEar

Baby's First Santa

2009-12-28T11:23:00.000-08:00

This is just what we expected! Dad did the same thing when he was a baby.

Right on Santa's lap...step away for the picture and WAAAAaahhhhh! aaahhhh !

Oh the poor thing. Mom loved the pictures!

We had a very nice time at the ward Christmas Party. Listening to the Tremble Clefs,

Family Band, and singing carols.................. This year it was hard for mom to get in the Christmas Spirit! There were plenty of Opportunities, parties and overall love.....But somthing was just not coming together......She is excited for a whole New Year for Improvement and Growth.

What a cute Pair

2009-12-28T11:05:00.000-08:00

Mom is not the best when it comes to Halloween.....so I was feeling kinda gloomy.....either that or I had an ear infection....not quite sure. I've had constant trouble with my ears now and i'm tired of it. This year I had a few parties go to. Bella's, Mike's, Trunk or Treat,& Halloween night! I want over to my buddy's house and we were the cutest pair. Too bad mom didn't think of entering us in the cutest couple Category! No Candy for me this year so I just played with my glow stick!

Allergic reaction

2009-10-20T15:15:00.001-07:00

So today we found out that the little one is allergic to Amoxicillin. He has been taking it for last 5 days for an ear infection. This morning when he woke up I noticed 3 large bumps on his check, the looked like big pimples. The first thing that came to mind was oh no Chicken Pox. But as time went on he got more and more and the started turning into welts. So into the doctor we went. Poor guy, hope he gets better soon. Luckily the welts haven't been bothering him, at least for now.

Camping

2009-10-20T15:04:00.000-07:00

This last weekend we went camping. We went to Big Basin Redwood State Park, up in the mountains above Santa Cruz. The area had nice campgrounds with lots of BIG Redwood trees. We tried to keep the little one contained to a blanket but he had other things on his mind, like eating dirt and leaves. So we spent most of our time making sure he stayed on the blanket, or in our arms. We had a big rain storm a few days earlier so the ground was pretty wet and muddy.

At night it got a little cold, good thing Mom made him a nice sleeping bag. He loved playing in it.

Learning how to stand

2009-10-18T16:30:00.001-07:00

I'm not camera Shy at all...I like seeing my reflection in the big lens!

I like to crawl into new spaces. The enclosure make me feel safe.

I also like to crawl out.....and back in again.

So the last month I have been working on my sitting and standing. I can pull myself up on my knees pretty easy, but getting to my feet is a little harder.

It has gotten a little cold here so can finally where my cool coat Aunt Sandy got me. I gotta say I'm a hunk.

I like the toy that Jamey and Debbie gave me, i pretty much have all the levers and buttons down. And it works great for pulling myself up. I can also use in to hang out and look around at the doggies.

I have been secretly standing in my crib seeing how far over the rail I can hang, (when I'm supposed to be sleeping) but Mom caught me one night and made Dad lower the mattress. I can still stand but no climbing out..... at least for now.

A Boy's best friend

2009-09-24T22:16:00.000-07:00

Lovin to watch the dogs thru the screen and yes

they are loving to get to know him better too.

His legs kick and he squeels and gurgles at them. The little bugger gets so excited

to see and be close to the dogs that he sometimes...gets on

all fours and bonks his head into the glass door.

This time I think Rusty licked his nose.....

I was feeding the dogs and cleaning up in the backyard and

there he was wanting to be right up close to the dogs. He got so close that

he smuushed his nose to the glass..... I had to recreate this

by feeding the dogs a little extra so they would keep him

occupied while I ran to get the camera and snap a few.

Not the most flattering but Funny.

He likes to help feed the dogs. Watches them as they run back and forth in the yard. He twist one way then the other just to keep track of them both as they run in opposite directions.

Bleubbers & Rasberries

2009-09-14T21:15:00.000-07:00

Too Cute! I got a bleubber from Jaxon tonite. After dinner we were going thru our bedtime routine and he leaned into my face and bleubbered on my lips. It was a surprise to me...a wet surprise. I replied with a bleuber on his cheek and he replied with another on my lips. We've never kissed him on his lips before...but we have given him countless bleubbers and rasberries in his lifetime.

Sunday Firsts

2009-09-06T16:12:00.000-07:00

Today at Church Mr. Speed Racer was lying on the floor, where he could try to get a snooze in. But he had something else in mind. During the Opening prayer, I closed my eyes and I could hear him scooting around. By the time the prayer was over is was up to the row in front. I had seen his toes a kicking one minute then the next they were gone. The Owens passed him back to me and within a few minutes he was back up there. So they watched him during Sacrament. He even unzipped Bro. Owens breifcase while he was entertaining himself on the floor.

It was a nice break to have someone else hold him as he wiggled all over the place. Especially since he found his voice and is starting to squeal! Thank goodness for the foyer. Bro Owens took him there during Sacrament and Kim took him out during Sunday School. It was an enjoyable Sunday to be able to listen to the lessons and Testimonies.

my life is everchanging

2009-09-06T15:35:00.001-07:00

No sooner had we gotten the rolling over mastered, did little Mister learn that he could move his body in other directions. He's been pivoting on his belly, rocking on his knees, scooting and army crawling for a few weeks. Now he's getting quicker and not so shy about his movements. He knows what he wants and goes right toward it. I love the toys that make noise.. that way I know where he is...once I hear silence then I have to go looking for him and find him where he ought not to be.. He's moving with a purpose now. He loves playing under the table.

Little Bubba has also learend that he can make noise with his toys. I heard a chink chink and there he was hammering away at his little tool bench.

Still Every thing goes in the Mouth.

**Yeah 6 Months**
We started on Solid food....well mushy cereal.
Last week- Rice
This week- Oatmeal

He is doing very well. he has been watching us eat for some time now and loves eating himself. The spoon comes and he opens his mouth.
He likes it thicker instead of runnier. It also is less messy, So I like it too.

Okay so who said that once they start on solids they can get backed up? Ever since he started solid food he's been a poopin machine.
It's thicker so we are not getting the blowouts we used to.
Thank goodness.

The other night I decided He is old enough to sleep through the night and has done so a few times so...that is our new goal.

Pretzzel Time!

2009-08-22T22:00:00.000-07:00

We have fun when Family comes to visit. We go places and do things. Have experiences to tell about later...like traffic in the city...when you go DOWN-Town. Oh traffic was terrible....worse when you have a caravan because then you worry about them making lights and being able to follow and keep up. My blood pressure as a passenger went up! Driving in circles trying to find parking. My stomach was in knots as we'd come to an intersection, get a green then have to wait for slow peds. and bikers. I cannot imagine how the drivers were doing............... aaaahhhhhh But we made it to some great sites.

After all the fun in the city we needed to relax.......So we made Pretzels.. we tied these in knots instead of our tummies...but the were yummmm yum in our tummies! We did tell Sydney we were making pretzels...not pizza. Phillips were the most uniform. But they were all so yummmy! oh I said that already.

Some BODY is Growing up!

2009-08-22T21:47:00.000-07:00

We've got some Cutching up to do....!

Aside from sticking everything in his mouth "Lil Booger" is becoming very grown up. He has started grabbing what ever we have in our hands and sticks in his mouth, slobbers and just makes icky! He's not really drinking but it's impressive for 4 months

Going to School with all this technology...and because Daddy is on the computer all day. "lil Booger just wants to show off that he can type with his index fingers just like Dad.

Still Chomping away and loving every minute of it!

Chineses Vs. Japanese

2009-07-15T11:55:00.000-07:00

Three of the original Tongs got together in Washington after the 4th of July weekend! It was so much fun to see all the cousins. We played an energetic game of Kickball with the Mishimotos (not pictured).

4th Of JULY Week

2009-07-15T11:35:00.000-07:00

We had a busy week in Oregon.

We traveled many miles to see 20 Cousins, 5 Aunties, 5 Uncles, 1 Gramma, and a friend!

Went to a BBQ, the Mountains, the Coast,

Ooed and Aaaaawd the fireworks,

had yummy sushi,

Spent time with family

Played a killer game of Kick Ball!

At the Coast the kids had fun playing at the beach house, Shopping for souvineers,

ate at Mo's

watched salt water taffy being made.

Maison * Addi * Delaney

Gramma and lil' stinker

We had so much Fun it took time to recover but we loved seeing and meeting our family.

It Happened One Night

2009-06-28T21:20:00.000-07:00

A Rockin and a Rollin all night long. Our little baby is rolling all over! It happened almost overnight. Last week it was an accidental roll into the crib slats without much control. A scoot here and there on the floor, in the crib. He has now discovered he can move around. To get a better view of the TV, get closer to toys, and get lots of attention from mom and dad.

Last Minute Trips are always fun!

2009-06-23T20:21:00.000-07:00

We needed to Get out of Town! so we packed up Friday night to Go CAMPING....with the dogs and a baby? yup! We headed north where we were hoping for cooler weather and different scenery. We found a Great camping at Sugarloaf state park, North past Sonoma.

He loved the fresh scenery as we were unpacking and setting up and did not put up a fuss..he just watched with interest and wonder. He's becoming more inquisitive and mobile lately. Roly polly. So we just figured he could roll around on the mattressin the tent. and yes he was content.

Mom Chopped the wood for the Fire! Kindling and tinder she did a mighty fine job.

For Dinner: Dad Grilled chicken thighs while mom made Fried potatoes. We always eat pretty good when we go camping.

For dessert we had Brownies! Dad is great with the dutch oven cooking.

It was Cold up in there so We all were bundled up and watched the Fire! The flames are like clouds...what pictures do you see in the flames?

Just sitting tight as Mom and Dad Pack up all the gear. Loving the view from the tailgate!

June and Gloom

2009-06-13T11:17:00.000-07:00

June has been a pretty cool (temperature wise) month. Cloud coverage, cool breezes...a very pleasant for running around with a kid!. But the gloomy clouds (which I like) bring some gloomy moods. We think he was cryin' over spilt milk.

Oooohh such a sad face...!

Waaahhhaahaaaaaaaaaaa.........aaaaaaahhh!

Boy Meets Girl

2009-06-04T09:55:00.000-07:00

Kayla was happy to meet Jaxon for the first time. Mommies and daddies were happy they were getting along.

3 months older and much more social.

oops..... what happened?

Tired

grumpy

doesn't like girls.....yet.

The Weekend-Sat

2009-05-27T08:30:00.000-07:00

Out of town visitors...Yippee! We like visitors specially when we havent seen them for awhile and they are out of towners. Our friends from Oregon came down to see us ( Mainly the little guy) and the big CITY. We had a long trek thru the city seeing the sights.

Trans America Building- distinguishable in the skyline.

Chinatown for dimsum....don't go to the Chinatown resturant!

Our Tour Guide took us through some pretty rough terrain.....Steep streets! This was a good part of our journey.... and we had been getting steeper...and steeper.

At the top of the hill I was able to see Alcatraz.

We got to see Cable Cars passing us on the incline and thought oh..if only we did not have the strollers. Then we came to Lombard Street Got about 1/2 way down and realized to get to Ghiradelli we'd have to go back up another hill so we best stop here and take pictures then go back up the crookedest/steepest hill!

Finally Down-Hill By then I was pooped. We rested at Ghiradelli square for feeding and potty breaks. Thie wind was cold and overcast so we had to keep bundled up.

Limb for Limb

2009-05-21T10:09:00.000-07:00

This week Jaxon as really found that sticking his fingers in his mouth is comforting. It has given me a few extra minutes here and there for sleep, chores, errands........ its also interesting to see which fingers he chooses on a given day. He has also been a kicker since day one so we've been putting things around him to she what he can do. we like to think that he is doing it on purpose. He definetly gets a kick out of our reaction when he plays with the hanging rattles or the Ball.

Time Out.....I'm sleepy...

At the RANCH

2009-05-13T20:53:00.000-07:00

We spent the Weekend at the Ranch. I was back and forth about going or Staying home. There were many momentus things happening this weekend. Mom's first Mother's day, Dads Birthday, Popo's Birthday, Cousin Philips Birthday........& this was the first night away from home for JAX. There were lots of new things to experience:

Popo and Gong Gong's house

The Desert Air-Wind

Sheepies

Long car rides

Rest Areas

trying to sleep in a strange place

Cousins

Aunts

Uncles!!

Uncle Glenny was teaching Jax how

ladies ride

Gentlemen ride

Cowboys ride

Among other things............

ALL CHUB

2009-05-06T13:38:00.000-07:00

This boy is all chub! Rolls are becoming more prominent and we are getting definition in those arms and thighs! He loves playing with his hands and sometimes gets carried away befor mom has the chance to trim his nails. Every week we seem to have a new scratch.

aah-Goo!

100% me
All natural.
No sugar added. No Preservatives

Just me and dad Time. I love it!

I'M EIGHT WEEKS

2009-04-24T13:25:00.000-07:00

I'm Eight weeks old today these are some pictures from the last 2 weeks.

mom put a silly hat on my head to keep me warm since we had a few days and nights of rather cool weather. My hands and fingers at night would get cold so she also put socks on my hands! Glad you can't see how silly I look when she bundles me up for bed.

Dad set me on the chair and thought it was fun watching me get mad sna push myself around with my feet. I eventually rolled over! Wow that scared me. don't think I'll be trying that again any time soon.

Mommy Brought out all the doggies she's saved over the years. I was in Dog heaven. I guess these are going to be my friends for the next few years. There's "Tufts" & "dotty" & "Brutus"

I'm finally okay with bathtime.

Many Thanks are in order...

2009-04-16T16:16:00.000-07:00

We wanted to say "thank you" to all who have helped us during this last year. Advice, concern, help, a friendly ear, gifts, clothing, emails, help with names, necessities, meals, un-necessities (but nice to haves), and most of all love. We think we've finally got things down and then there is always a new issue...

Well the new issue was I lost for about a week my address book with all your contact info....so needless to say your thank you cards are shortly in the mail. I had to put all else aside and hunt till I found it otherwise it was gonna drive me bonkers! Oh and I found a cow that I thought I had lost. (Thanks Mike for looking for it at 8:00 at night.)

He's officially grown out of all the NB clothes...onto the next phase. It's really exciting and sad at the same time. Exciting that he is growing and progressing in many ways and sad that my little boy is growing so fast. I think I'm in denial. I'd hughim hoping that would keep him from growing......umm that doesn't work.

Bathtime

2009-04-13T09:05:00.000-07:00

We are finally getting into a betime routine that includes a BATH! Little dude is calmer when the faucet is running, rather than being dunked into the sink. He's okay with getting his hair and head washed but the neck is still a struggle. After bath then he gets naked time , dressed, and winds down with dad.

Jon & Kate Plus 8 Fans

2009-04-08T18:16:00.000-07:00

Kate is coming to Pleasant Hill!! She will be at the Borders book signing Friday, April 17th. So exciting....The parking lot to the Borders is so full as it is on a regular weekday, I can't imagine what it's gonna be like on a signing day....but hey they probably have signings all the time. I was just excited that something was happening in our little town.

Take care and have a Happy Easter!

exhaustion

2009-04-05T18:16:00.000-07:00

It has been a week since all the hoopla over the baby blessing and I am still recouping from three days of family and not much sleep. I have been napping all week long. Staying in my pj's and just plain taking it easy. I've left the cooking responsibilities to the other adults in the house and pretty much have taken a back seat to the other responsibilities that I've had.

I have felt tense these past few days... my feet are achy and wondering when and where i've gotten these bug bites. I also have the feeling like i've forgotten something really important. Cant figure out what......so hopefully nothing too important.

Blessed Day!

2009-03-31T09:45:00.000-07:00

Family picture: right after blessing. Max's family was at the Hotel and this was a small window of opportunity so this is what we have.

Our little dude was blessed on Sunday and it was a happy day. Dad did a great job. We are very glad to have the family and friends able to come visit with us on this special day.

Mom and Litte dude.

Aunt Sandy's Visit

2009-03-15T08:45:00.001-07:00

WAaaaaahhhhh AAAAAaaaaaaaaahhhhggggggggghhhhhh !!!!! here maybee this bottle aunt Cathy & Uncle Jamey sent will shut him up! dad & mama sure enjoyed it!

Such a sweet boy .......all better; )

Like Father, like son. My babies so sweet

Aunt sandy is here yaaay! she talks to me, changes me, burpes me, feeds me, cuddles me, loves, me. we had a few fun days together, while mama rested and got some errands/projects done..... we think she overdid it cuz now she is moving slower that she was yesterday.

Aunt sandy is also talking to me about my job in life as a baby, to poop, eat and sleep. Then giving me the itinerary for the day. At the end of the day it was okay cus the first rule was I'm the baby so whatever I want I get.....pretty much!

Changes

2009-03-05T08:42:00.000-08:00

We've experienced some "Changes" ...Mostly in Diapers, Sleep, Feeding Time, and, computer time.

Diapers: he went from 1 poopy in a 24 hour period to 4 in 2 hours. And yes the sound that could carry to the next room has definetly been a shock for new parents. The first real wattery blow up mike was leaving to pick up dinner and handed JC to me. Thanks! I was so blown away that I could see the color from the outside mike had to come back quick to take a look. I would have laughed harder but it still hurts to laugh.

Sleep: DEPRIVED - We are so exhausted by morning. In the evening we are relaxed. We love watching him sleep, the silly things he does with his lips and eyebrows.

Feeding Time: Every three hours.....Okay simple enough. But then he takes an hour to feed and burp that only leaves 2 hours to do whatever. aaarrrgh

Computer Time: Mike has been working from home and on the computer constantly. So my time to play is while he is sleeping.... ha haa!

Baby Boy

2009-02-28T09:29:00.000-08:00

He is finally here. Born at 9:45pm

Weighs 7lb 7oz and 20in long.

Thank you all for your love and support.

We both are very excited for our new little bundle of joy.

Last Picture in Utero

2009-02-25T21:45:00.000-08:00

Dr. Appt on Tuesday, Dr. was thinking 'lil dude' is a good 7lbs....somthin somthin oz. She is worried about 'lil dude's" size and my size were not a good combination for natural birthing. So to confirm her fears she sent me to get an ultra sound to measure and check other needed info. He had a normal size head, about 7lbs. 12 oz. Cutting it pretty close to the 8lb. mark. He could grow that fast if we wait till due date..........so............... After much discussing and contemplating we are going to hurry things along. We go in Thursday evening to get things rolling.

Today we spent the day getting the last minute things done and ready. Also enjoyed dim sum together, took a nap...laundry, cleaning up the yard before the rain comes again.

We'll see you on the other side.

Dr. Appt

2009-02-22T08:47:00.000-08:00

As of Friday things are looking bigger and better!
Size~Dialated to 1cm...... 46cm belly size
Baby Size~Dr. thinks about 7 lbs.
Sleep~ Getting in and out of bed is hard, so Saturday we lowered the box spring and mattress so I could just rollout and fall into bed. SHould have done this months ago! Still waking up at around 2:30 and can't go back to sleep for a few hours. Frustrating!
Appetite~Hungry all the time.
Mood~ask Michael.
Nesting~I guess, just getting the fridge/freezer stocked, house cleaned, bags packed, projects done, things bought and washed.

Catching you up

2009-02-18T13:02:00.000-08:00

Since the last post lots has happened.

Superbowl Weekend Mike went Riding. He was allowed to go only if he proimsed to take it easy and not come home with ANY injuries that would affect his performance in the delivery room or the weeks leading up the delivery. He came in wonderful spirits with fun stories to tell about his setup, and riding with the Williams. Glad he could enjoy himself.

Two days later he calls me to ask..."where's the Dr's office?" "WHTAT the.... "was going thru my mind.... Mike never goes to the Dr. so when he's asking....Im a thinkin...this is bad....this is real bad. But he was as calm as a cucumber! He had gotten pierced like a shish-K-bob with a piece of RAZOR WIRE! Said he put his finger in the hole to stop the bleeding! (sigh)

Four stitches later and one painful Tetnus Shot! eeeew! He was a tough patient. The tetnus hurt more than the actual injury.

BABY CLASSES! The more you try to know about being a parent the more you realize that you know less than when you started! Feeding, pooping, bathing, breastfeeding, crying, swaddling.......who knew!

Baby DAZE

2009-01-27T21:38:00.000-08:00

Getting closer..... Reality is hittting us both a little more. Starting Baby classes, touring the hospital, learning how to take care of babies, and getting the last few essentials. Today I procured a breast pump with the help of Holly 2 states away! What an accomplishment, now Mike won't have to make one. Yes he offered to make one to save some money....he's good with his hands but he can keep his contraptions away from my breasts!

December Activities:

2008-12-21T17:02:00.000-08:00

We have been busy this month. I had my first Ever "Cookie Exchange" early in December. It was fun to open the Christmas season with oodles of cookes and friends. I had to start cleaning the house right after Thanksgiving. Not just cleaning.....Decided we needed to De -Junk and remove the unnecessary clutter to make room for "little dude" and combine our office/hobby room.

December is full of Christmas activites from Work, church, friends....not to mention the Vet appointments (we procrastinated on), Dr. Appointments (mandatory), Lab tests (necessary), registering for baby stuff (during the holidays.......not fun, trying to find a carseat and stroller was/is stressful) & Visiting teaching (necessary). Oh good news on the Lab test. Normal for Jestational Diabetes! Hallelulia (I was sweating this one.)

Most asked Questions this past month:
-Do you know if it is a boy or girl? BOY
-Do you have a name picked out? Still trying to come up with something..... I'll take suggestions.
-When is your due Date? Mar 2
-Are you craving anything lately? Tomatoes, tomatoe based foods, Milk, Peanut butter and Jelly. If anyone is making Jam I'll take a bottle.

Comments on Due date:
-wait till Mar 17th
-try for Mar 4th
-wait till Mar 21st-Alex!

Name suggestions please post.

Belly Bump!

2008-11-20T12:13:00.000-08:00

AAaaagh! It's Growing....at the last measurement he measured 37" around. He is moving more at night than he used to and seems to be still during the daytime. Bending over is not a good thing, I get all breathless when I get back upright. I've grown accustomed to sleeping with oodles of pillows nestled around me. Mike is being a good sport about it, He did mention that the pillows were taking over the bed and pushin him out of bed. oops! Tired very tired lately.
Still working on some names. I try a new one each week, to see how it sounds and if I like saying it. I've got to live with it forever.

Halloween

2008-11-20T12:02:00.000-08:00

A tad bit late but wanted to share the festivities we enjoyed. Annual Trunk or Treat was fun! We decorated Mike's Truck as an old wizzard's laboratory....Shrunken heads and Floating eyeballs, juicy sweet bugs, and bones. Mike calls dressing up puttin on a hat. I was feeling the spirit with the bulging belly and became Mr. Smee.

Thank you for Voting

2008-10-15T18:34:00.000-07:00

Thank you all for voting for the outcome of our newest addition. Unfortunately we cannot please you all cuz I for sure was not having twins or TRIPLETS!!!. For the Boy supporters, Mike thanks you. For the Girly supporters, I thank you. The TONG family tradition holds true!!!! I'm glad I wasn't the one to break the pattern on the 14th grandchild. For those of you that are not familiar with the "Tong Family Tradition" here it is. All of us were born alternatively boy...girl...boy...girl... get the pattern? Each boy had a girl first, and Each girl has had a boy first. So as long as the picture is correct then we should be having a little boy with long legs and a little nose... ten little fingers and ten little toes. Thank goodness for the little nose.

to sleep perchance to dream

2008-09-30T18:10:00.000-07:00

The other night I dreamed of the baby. It very well could have been Charley I dremt about too. Well she had soft black hair. Kinda sticky uppy! Asian eyes and the most delicated soft skin. Little asian nose, I've been worried it would have michael's nose..... With all the features being so delicate....I think its a girl! We shall see.

October 14th we go for the Final ultra sound to check and make sure things are growing well. I have been more hungry lately. Hopefully the food goes to the right places.
March 2nd is the Due date. I'll take bribes to have her on your special day! ..... as long as its in Early March.

Grand Opening

2008-09-19T19:54:00.000-07:00

Finally the Grand Opening craziness is over! Thursday night was the open house hooopla for work. Weeks of preparation and headaches to get all the things we needed.
Caterer
Decorations
Balloons-
Florals-they were beautiful. bright colors and a good variety of colors
Guest list
Invitations-working with marketing, a different breed
RSVP's- calling verifying, getting the numbers up
Construction Punch list-doors, electrical...
Guest book
Cleaning-sweep, straighten, dust
Gift Bags-gather and fill with goodies
Extra Food and Drinks
Warehouse set up......
........Whew.......!
It was a very nice event. All of the little details come together nicely. It was good to get to socialize with our clients, corporate and co-workers.

***The Menu***

Filet Mignon on a parmesian Crisp

Crab stufft spuds

Teryaki Chicken

Mini Chicken Tamales

Beef Vino Satay

Cheese Platter on toasted Biscotti

Fresh fruit with Lemon chantilly/Chocolate Cream

****Dessert****

Chocolate Mouse on a chocolate cup

Cheescake

Cheescake Lollipops

Back Home

2008-09-07T08:14:00.000-07:00

Back from Vacation... 4 Days at Winchester Bay 4-wheeling with the Smellers and Joe/Laura. The nights were cold and the days were odd. Friday the mist came in and was overcast all day. Saturday it was sunny and misty. Sunday it was beautiful. Monday it was unbelievably beautiful.
Mike had fun with the large group of smellers. They had all riding experiences trails, dunes....watching Bruce get stuck on a hill. Each morning he also took the dogs on a little run. It's the most they've gotten to run in a long time. They loved it!

I had time to myself at camp: sleeping, reading, cooking, I offered to do most of the cooking this trip since I wasn't riding and I wanted what I wanted to eat for a change.

Back to Salem- Tired and sunburnt. All I wanted to do was SLEEP....zzzzzzzzzzzzzz........z..z......zzzzzzzzz.
MIKE Got a "honey do list" from Mom to make a mini vestibule outside of Mini's Doggie door. HA! She liked the little window Mike had put in so that she could see out or just sit there on the green carpet. She had fun barking at our dogs. She likes being with us so much she was doing her best to get into Mike's truck as we were leaving.

Had so much fun visiting with Cathy and Jamey's families. Seeing wedding Pictures and the new house. Found out that Kristin and Courtney are both an Facebook Whoo Hoo!

Didn't make it to Prineville. Really wanted to but... Too exhausted to drive any more. This trip I had the most unbelievable Car-sickness I've ever had. Almost hurled a few times each trip. Michael thinks all the bathroom stops were unnecessary. TOo Bad

Bye Bye Primary....

2008-08-17T16:32:00.000-07:00

Today I got released from my primary calling. 3rd Counselor. Mixed feelings, I'm really going to miss the Kids and the funny things you see them do and say. I'm Really excited for the new presidency. I walked in and happy to see the faces of those takin on the new challenge. They'll do great. And so I was able to attend Gospel Doctrine and Relief Society for one week. NExt week I will be in Young Womens. AAaaaacCKK! Not sure I'm ready for this. Teens have attitude and are mouthy.... think they are soo smart. Broither Hoggan Gave a very nice blessing after sacrament that put me at ease so hopefully I'm up for the new Challenge myself.... So whenever my Nieces come to visit we can go to Young womens together. Well except Syd she's too old....and Charley might want to be with mom.

Dr. Appt. Today

2008-08-05T20:45:00.000-07:00

Saw our Dr. today. It was a long time waiting. The wait was worth it. She got right to the fun stuff. We got to hear the beating heart of the fetus... She said he had a good heartbeat for a "little guy." The first person that knew was Cathy. She kept calling Mike during the appt. So she was first to know. I called Baba and he was confused what I was talking about....then he asked "is it a Boy?" He was disapointed when I told him not yet. Each time I give him an update he always asks the sex of the baby. Not for about 12 more weeks will we know. It's hard not knowing what we are preparing for in more than one way!

Changes

2008-08-03T15:49:00.000-07:00

Carolyn is very excited to get her showroom up and running. Since it was supposed to be done a month ago. The past week she has been coming home tired and dirty from working in new construction. This next week should be a little easier. Putting the displays up and organizing all the stuff....stuff and more stuff. Hopefully she will be able to controll her staff of 2!

Carolyn is also having big changes in her eating habits. She is picky nowa days. She eats bland foods...a common staple is the frozen burritos. Anything with strong flavor or smell seems to make her tummy upset. Hang in there babe!

Garlic Festival in Gilroy

2008-07-24T18:58:00.000-07:00

This weekend it the Gilroy Garlic Festival. Lots of food prepared with garlic, garlic and More GARLIC! Over the last year we have become Garli-holics. Adding it to our main dishes, bbq sauces, side dishes...........yuummm!

For the past few weeks I have had an aversion to Garlic. The smell, the taste, and oh the smell.....! When we went to the Santa Cruz boardwalk we had some yumm garlic fries. well not so yumm for me.....So sad I was really looking forward to the Festival.

Nice Truck

2008-07-20T21:31:00.001-07:00

Blaah Blaah blah

2008-07-10T21:15:00.000-07:00

Do you think Blogs with kids and Babies get more viewing than those without?
Do you think there are more comments made about kids and babies?
I had this theory a little while ago, so I posted a picture of my niece Charley. No comments, I was surprised, I was wrong. Maybe that will change.

Kristin's Wedding Weekend

2008-07-06T15:38:00.000-07:00

Oregon here we come... this weekend was full of activites. We ate at the mongolian BBQ, Busters BBQ, the rehersal dinner was catered by a BBQ place, then Kristins wedding food was great too, Another BBQ on Sunday at Cathy's. WE ate well this weekend came back a few pounds thicker!

It was the first time in 5 years that all the family was together in one place. Still didn't get a chance for a complete family photo. But plenty of Photos to remember how much fun we all had.

Visiting Jamey's house then hiking down to the Santiam and sticking our feet in the freezing cold water. The water level was much higher than last time. So we had to huddle on the edge of the bank.

Michael took the kids on tractor rides. He even let them steer around the property. It was a warm day, otherwise we would have been riding the tractor all day. Staying at Mom's house was an experiece to remember. 7 adults, 4kids, and MINI!. The little girls got along just fine. Deegan felt left out now and again. but Maison played with him. Those pictures didn't turn out so great.
At the Wedding there was Dancing all night long. The flower girls and Deegan dominated the Dance floor with their twirls and swirls. Then the big girls came out to Dance! Kristin and her friends were able to get Joyce out on the Dance floor for some line dancing. We all had fun....Participating and watching..

ROCK 'N' OUT

2008-06-22T19:59:00.000-07:00

Rockin with the Turners Playing Rockband. A normal pastime usual with Lisa and Ryan. With all of us on a different instrument it makes for good variety. Ryan likes singing, Lisa is good all around, Mike is proficient on the Guitar and drums, I myself have tried them all and favor the guitar, can sing pretty well and am learning on the drums. I finally got my first callus from the drumstick.

PISMO BEACH

2008-06-18T19:49:00.000-07:00

There is always a story when we go to the Dunes.......

I was sick this weekend but it was all planned. I needed to get out with the fresh air, and away from my regular routine. So we left. After playing 20 questions a few times and started a movie, I fell asleep. Driving around on the beach was and adventure! Street tires on the new truck. Soft sand...we were asking for trouble. Got stuck a few times.......with the trailer it was a challenge. The other challenge was we'd never been to Pismo so we had no idea how it was set up. At about 12:15 we found a spot on the edge. After getting the tents set up Mike decided to look for a more desirable campsite. Away from a loud Generator and Noisy Drinky neighbors. So it took about another Hour to find a spot and relocate deeper into the sand. We had to air down and lighten the trailer. Took a few trips to the spot keeping one person with the stuff and moving to the other spot leaving someone at the new spot. While the boys were finding the spot Lisa and I had to make a Call to Nature. We were glad it wasn't a full moon. It took about 4 trips to gett all the stuff tho the new location. Good thing we had the Turners with us. When we lightened the trailer we had to take off the Quads so then those had to be ridden up to the new spot. I drove the 250 mike rode his 450 and Ryan Drove the truck while Lisa was watching home Base. Set up again and fell asleep to theVroom Vroom.. of quads all night.

The dogs lived this trip. When I wasn't sleeping Lisa & I would take the dogs on a walk on the beach. Chasing waves and seagulls. One reason we have not many pictures. Water and Sand in Camera. Everyone but mike had a nap. He took everyone on a ride. SHowing them how to ride and how to approach dunes and razors. He's a pretty good teacher, He knows my pace and each time gets a little more challenging. I took it easy. I was under the influence of cough medicine and it says Caution when operating motor vehicles...... or something like that. Here is a picture of the Turners.

It was a quick trip But we had fun. It definetly got us more excited about our trip in August! We also practiced a few things for food too. We eat good when we camp..... maybe a little too good.

The Menu-

Saturday:

Breakfast-Sausage/Egg Burritos

Lunch-Roast Beef Sanwhiches & Baked Beans

Dinner- Tri-tip, Chips, Carrots

Dessert- Dutch Oven Peach Cobbler

Sunday:

Breakfast-Crepes

Little Charly

2008-06-02T20:33:00.000-07:00

This is my niece Charley. I asked her mom if she at least warmed up the cold floor before she put her there. This was Julie's reply. No I didn't, does it look like she cares? Whell. She is a very cute baby in my mind. Born on our Anniversary.......

11 year old Scouts

2008-05-31T22:03:00.001-07:00

Mike had another weekend away. This time he was with 3 boys and another scruffy guy. At Camp Herms in Orinda, Ca. They woke up to a foggy 40 degree morning. Had workshops all day and the boys were able to pass off a few things. Mike was tired cuz the boys were insistent on gettin up at 5:30 am.

Friday night was Tin Foil Dinners.

Saturday Morning, sausage/egg McMuffins.

Lunch, Roast beef sanwiches. The Boys chose the menu.

Do you think I like Sweets or Something?

2008-05-31T12:42:00.000-07:00

I enjoy a good dessert now and again. Okay more like NOW..... Mike doesn't care for dessert unless it's Chocolate. I prefer fruity medleys. So in order for us to both be happy and have our sweet fix. We've been trying some new desserts and sharing them with our Friends once a week. There are no pictures as to not make anyone jealous or left out. If we haven't invited you yet... it's probably because we didn't know if you liked dessert.

Memorial Day Outing

2008-05-26T13:52:00.000-07:00

Delta dawn..... Went to the Antioch Delta at the butt crack of Dawn to go water skiing with the Hoggans. The water was chill at first jump but then after that it was nice. I used the boom to get up on the one ski! It is tons easier than the rope. Did good at getting my back foot in the ski and balancing while we were just getting going. Still having trouble in the turns....I've always had trouble in the turns. Mike drove the boat while Shaun was skiing. Ethan, Greg and Kara had fun skiing and kneeboarding.

Pampering

2008-05-17T18:01:00.000-07:00

Every one needs a little pampering now and again. Today was so great. I woke up late and did a few chores. Planned out my day and out the door. So what makes it so wonderful. I had time to do whatever I wanted whenever I wanted..... Almost like being single.

-PH Farmer's Market- Loaded up on fresh fruits and veggies.

-Garage Sale-ing

- Visited Kim Hogan

-Finished Projects from last night

-Practiced the DRUMS!

-Packaged gifts that need to be sent

-Placed my Garage sale Finds

-Started another Big Project-draperies for Mike's Office

-Went to the store to get stuff to finish that project

-Had a long overdue pedicure-took a nap in the massage chair.

-Fold Laundry

-Work on Mikes Draperies

-Play Rockband some more...

-Play with the dogs

-Relax some more....

I Miss Mike, Can't wait for him to come home so I can show him all the stuff I've done while he was away. I gotta have fun while he's gone cuz he's having fun without me. We have an understanding!

GIRLS NIGHT

2008-05-17T01:19:00.000-07:00

Had so much Fun with the girls! I would have had pictures but there was no memory card in the Camera.... 6 of us total. Rockband was the highlight! I had fun, while mike is out of Town! )

MIKE'S Birthday CAKES

2008-05-10T20:48:00.000-07:00

Mike had a good birthday. He got all the things he's ever wanted.... a few acessories for his new truck, the remote to the TV, the satisfaction of saying "you can't yell at me it's my birthday" & Yummy birthday Cake! I was planning for the German Chocolate cake and buying the needed items. I don't make this often so it's a special occasion when I do and made with LOVE! As we are walking past the bakery on the way out, someone's eyes got really big. "ooohhh look at that! Yyummm". It was Beautiful. Layers and layers of Lady Fingers, real Whipped Cream, Fresh Strawberries, drizzled in Chocolate.... So we had 2 Cakes. We have problems finishing a cake ourselves so we went to the Hoggn's and Celebrated with them and the Michaelsons. It was fun to relax and get away. Tyler is helping Mike blow out his candles. His lungs are younger and fresher than MIke's in his old age....29!

The Crazy Buzzzy Weekend

2008-05-04T19:51:00.000-07:00

This weekend went to Utah for Shane's Graduation and Maison's Baptism. This was the first time in three years that we have been back. It was a Crazy Busy weekend. We saw the Olsens, Williams, Daines Family, Bernston Family, Baker Family, saw our Old House, Baled out Terry's Pond, and Visited Cabela's.
Shane Recieved his masters degree in Architecture! Whooo Hoo Holly is so Excited for him and so are we!

The new truck

2008-04-29T18:34:00.000-07:00

OK for all of you that have been anxiously waiting ......(Bruce)! Here are the photos of my new truck. We won't mention any name brands because that would be advertising. It may take a little while for us to get used to the new brand that we've switched to. Carolyn is just shy of 5'0" so see how tall it is. Steps were a must for her and so they will be installed soon. She has to bring her knee all the way up to her chest ...... and heave like getting onto a horse just to get in the darn thing. The bed is short but longer than the old truck. See how shiny the tires are... Take a good look cuz they'll never look that good again. Especially after going to the Dunes, Beach, Ranch.....& Wherever else we go. I guarantee it's gonna get dirty. Inside and out!

Mustache

2008-04-23T20:28:00.001-07:00

Mike likes his growing mustache so much. He's been craving movies from the old west. It is fun to see similarities with him and all the outlaws of the wild west. It's just getting a little long. It tickles when he kisses me... just thinking about it makes my neck crinkle. I'll get a picture this weekend when I cut his hair. OH NEws! After a bad hair cut he let me touch it up and has more confidence in me that I can cut hair. or at least trim it up.... we shall see. wish me luck.

VROOM Vroom..

2008-04-21T18:26:00.000-07:00

Mike is looking for a truck again. Any body want to buy his old one? We get a new truck every couple of years... Geez I'm tired of all the looking and money and add ons... Hopefully this one will last longer and keep him happy. Do you think that depression gets better with spending?
He's been happier since he started looking at New TRUCKS!

Our friends the Daines

2008-03-29T20:07:00.001-07:00

Today our good friends moved away. We tried spending as much time with them before they left. We packed, ate and paacked , then packed some more. Mike had the task of getting all ther belongings plus 2 dogs and a FAAT cat into a big truck and if needed a trailor. THat didn't include a jeep and Durango! Jolene Packed inside and Travis packed the Garage! if you've seen our garages in the past, this one was more packed and had large items too. They moved back to there home town of Kaysville, Utah.

Though we have only gotten to know them for only a few months we will miss them dearly. We've had fun playing Settlers of Catan, Catch Phrase and just having good conversation. Travis is one of only a few people that MIke doesn't get tired of. HE looks forward to going to scouts with Travis. HE looks forward to going to church to see his friend Travis.... Bye
Good luck Travis, Jolene, Spencer and Shaylee.

Easter Sunday

2008-03-25T21:26:00.001-07:00

Easter a new begining to the end

2008-03-23T20:58:00.000-07:00

Easter Sunday~ Golden rays of Sunshine, Yellow and Purple flowers in the field. Smiling Happy faces, Girls in pretty dresses boys in new shirt and ties. Spring brings such new things for us if we just look and see what beautiful things surround us.

Today was also the last Sunday as a Primary Presidency Together. Tammy, Natalie, Jolene, Kim, and Carolyn.

Project of the week

2008-03-14T19:44:00.000-07:00

The Humanitarian Aid is in need of Wooden blocks for small tots. Mike Cut the wood. Then the Relif Society sanded almost all of them. Carolyn is asking the 11 year old scouts to finish the sanding of the blocks. We shall see how quickly they can get them done. The goal is 10 sets!

Mike's Mustache Week 3

2008-03-10T22:14:00.000-07:00

Mike has been taking great pride in his new appearance. He is constantly twisting and grooming the new "stache". Today was the first time he used a wax, for shaping. It keeps growing every day.

2008 So Far

2008-03-07T18:34:00.000-08:00

So far 2008 has treated us well.

February always seems busy. Probably cuz there were only 29 days this year. I took a cake decorating class and had a ball. This year for Valentines Day, it was My year to plan the evening. It was fun to come up with clues for michael to find special letters. He's pretty good at playing games like that. He's so good he guessed the destination 2 days early.

Mike's Mustache & Beard

2008-03-02T22:10:00.000-08:00

After 5 years of the same ol' style, Mike is experimenting with letting his natural roots grow. Not sure if its all the western cowboy movies he's been watching. I was HOPING it would look like Capt'n Jack Sparrow! The mustache is starting to curl in and be quite tasty. The beard is now 2" long. Not quite long enough for beads.

P's in a pod

Pictures in the park

Just had to go back in time.

So it's been Awhile.....

Off Hiatus

Pismo Dunes

*** Spring has Sprung ***

Just some thoughts...

First B-Day

Graduating to..somthin cuter....sweeter

**Goodbye 2009 and Hello 2010**

Baby's First Santa

What a cute Pair

Allergic reaction

Camping

Learning how to stand

A Boy's best friend

Bleubbers & Rasberries

Sunday Firsts

my life is everchanging

Pretzzel Time!

Some BODY is Growing up!

Chineses Vs. Japanese

4th Of JULY Week

It Happened One Night

Last Minute Trips are always fun!

June and Gloom

**Boy Meets Girl**

The Weekend-Sat

Limb for Limb

At the RANCH

ALL CHUB

I'M EIGHT WEEKS

Many Thanks are in order...

Bathtime

Jon & Kate Plus 8 Fans

exhaustion

Blessed Day!

Aunt Sandy's Visit

Changes

Baby Boy

Last Picture in Utero

Dr. Appt

Catching you up

Baby DAZE

December Activities:

Belly Bump!

Halloween

Thank you for Voting

to sleep perchance to dream

Grand Opening

Back Home

Bye Bye Primary....

Dr. Appt. Today

Changes

Garlic Festival in Gilroy

Nice Truck

Blaah Blaah blah

Kristin's Wedding Weekend

ROCK 'N' OUT

PISMO BEACH

Little Charly

11 year old Scouts

Do you think I like Sweets or Something?

Memorial Day Outing

**Pampering **

GIRLS NIGHT

**MIKE'S Birthday CAKES**

The Crazy Buzzzy Weekend

The new truck

Mustache

VROOM Vroom..

Our friends the Daines

Easter Sunday

Easter a new begining to the end

Project of the week

Mike's Mustache Week 3

2008 So Far

Mike's Mustache & Beard

* Spring has Sprung *

Goodbye 2009 and Hello 2010

Boy Meets Girl

Pampering

MIKE'S Birthday CAKES