Trouble
The 14 month old is now hobbling (controlled walking) and getting in the most unlikely of places. Who knows what she was looking for inside the washer.
Usually she can't make it in, but I'm guessing that she just ate a big meal so her center of gravity was, uh, above the waist. All she had to do was start leaning and then...
Soccer Season
With the change in cool weather comes soccer season! It seems like Natalie enjoys the game, but is starting to enjoy the socialization even more. Do other kids always go through that "I don't want to go tonight" and then dance around and be a clown at practice stage?
Brendan is playing too, but since I coach his team that leaves Lisa battling the two younger kids on the sidelines. I wonder what the parents would say if I took pictures while coaching the kids at the same time.
On second thought, I should record what they say. That would be much more funny.
Flu
So I'm working on day #3 of the flu and getting quite tired of it. Unfortunately, I don't have the energy to do much. So what shall I do? Update the blog.
Of course, I don't really know if I have the swine flu, but I hear the risk getting H1N1 at the Dr. while getting tested is fairly high. So I'll just stay home until I'm better. Unless I start to making oinking sounds or grow pig ears.
So all of those who have not yet abandoned blogging for facebook, read on!
But she's still our baby
Sunday, July 26, 2009
Today Summer is one year old. Happy Birthday, Baby!
The kids played "Limbo" with streamers for a stick. More like "Speed Limbo" since they were running. 
Brendan wrote a sweet card with some spelling help from Natalie. 
She wasn't quite sure what to do with the cake. But she figured it out pretty quickly.
The cake was a hit! Happy Birthday Summer Pie!
Snake
Written by Lisa:
I hate snakes. Hate them hate them hate them. Normally, they inspire shivers up and down my spine, a racing heartbeat, and a "creepy-crawly" feeling for the rest of the day.
Yesterday I was out in the backyard when this big guy slithered by about 12 inches from my foot. I did not freak out, my heart did not race, I didn't even move. I calmly called the kids to come see and to bring the camera. I proudly showed Ezra this photo tonight thinking he would be amazed at my newfound reptile maturity. The only thing he said was, "Why didn't you catch it????"
I guess I'll pat myself on the back. Good job, me.
Tae Kwon Do
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Brendan and Master Kim at Brendan's Tae Kwon Do rank advancement. I think Brendan's favorite part is the sparring where he gets to chase after one of the instructors to use his moves. I would hate to be on the receiving end of one of his attacks.
Camping at Silver Falls
So Ezra, Natalie, and Brendan all took off on Thursday for a camping trip at Silver Falls near Salem, Oregon. The weather was hot, the place was packed, and they picked the perfect spot to go explore.
The pic above is just as we started the short hike down to the first two falls. an you see the trail right behind the water fall? Back in the 1930's the original owner of the land used to charge people $.10 to watch him push old cars off the falls into the pool/rocks below. Times have changed a bit.
Natalie catching up on the Star Wars action...
Brendan chillin...
Dad nappin...and Brendan Karate Choppin?
My Morning Ride
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
I feel like Superman.
Yes, on days I ride my bike I wake up before the crack of dawn and dash around the house putting on my tight little biker shorts and hoping I didn't forget a comb to smooth out my helmet hair when I finally arrive. Then I dash under the garage door, careful not to trigger the sensor, but as fast as I can in stiff biking shoes.
Then I'm off.
Riding into the dark on my white stallion, we fly past a few early morning joggers and hope that the just awoken driver is aware of the bright lights flashing in front and behind me. The first descent brings enough speed to need the fastest gear as I build for the first big hill. Just as I feel the sweat start to soaken my hands, I try shifting to a fighting gear, but as usual, shift the wrong way. "Crap!", I say and scramble to adjust and get my sorry butt up the hill.
Then I'm off again.
The descent is short, but oh so appreciated as I zoom around, quickly approaching the terrifying beast. Then, just before the last hill, What? A red stop light! NOOOOOOO! I need speed to tackle that monster! I'll unclip, no wait! I see yellow! I can do it! I peddle harder, then shift, relief, and pain. Shift, relief, pain. Shift, relief, pain. I stomp on the monster as I climb up his back, each time pushing my legs to grind as deeply as possible. Then I stand, one final assault at the peak of the battle.
I've conquered the magnificent creature.
I slow to a stop, unclip, and race down the steps to the already waiting train. I race to the door and wave to the waiting chauffer. People notice my breath and look away, surely wondering why someone would dress like a freak to fight for the day. I rack the bike and lean to the wall. Panting and feeling my legs tight as rocks. The people, they glance again at my battle gear as I smile and they look again to their books. I soak the looks in, for again, I conquered their creature.
And still they stare.
We escape at the booth and to hide from their stare. I stable the stallion and shower up fast. I change to my daily clothes and enter the routine. I walk to the floor and say hi to all who unknowingly just awoke. I sit at my desk and nobody knows.
Natalie, something is missing from your mouth!
Monday, March 2, 2009
Any tricks to helping the tooth fairy remember the pick up and delivery?
Natalie's Big Day
Natalie turned 8 in February so she decided to be baptized and become a member of our church. It was a very special day for the entire family, especially because Grandma and Grandpa Heath were able to attend as well as Grandma Jean.
Who has been playing with the camera?
We downloaded the pictures to the camera today. Lets see if we can guess who has been playing with it.
Upside down on the couch. Could someone have been standing on their head with a camera?
Lights must have been out. 23 perfectly black pictures.
I think we have a clue....
More feet?
Getting warmer...
Gotcha!
He used 143 pictures. Good thing we don't have to pay for film anymore.
BRENDAN!!!!
Fire!!!!
So on Sunday Ezra had the brilliant idea to make cinnamon rolls. He has made them before, but this time things turned out a bit differently. As the rolls expanded, butter dripped onto the tinfoil in the bottom of the oven and started smoking. We opened all the windows and the kids were swinging towels around trying to get the smoke out.
Then before we knew it, flames were in the oven and making even more smoke. Luckily we pulled out the nearby fire extinguisher and put the fire out.
The worst part: The lost cinnamon rolls.
The funniest part: From the moment Ezra said fire, it took Brendan exactly .05 seconds to be out the front door and to the designated emergency meeting tree.
What we learned: We have 7 smoke detectors in our house and everyone of them works very well. Also, Summer can sleep through all 7 without waking up.
Fact #1: The smell of smoke can last in your house for at least two days (and counting).
Fact #2: Cleaning out the oven is worse than cleaning up any kid fluids.
The Best Part: An unforgettable lesson (including visual aids) in fire safety.
The Next Sunday Cooking Challenge: Rice Krispie Treats
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