Field Trip

Hero and some classmates anxiously await their adventure at Riley's apple farm.

While picking up apples for cider, Hero found a slug on one.

The kids (and mom helpers) had a challenging time making corn husk dolls.

I am thinking that I should make her work harder at home. Next time I need tortillas I will show her this pic.

Alpine Photos

Ransom loves Great Grandpa.


Hero after the zipline. (I've tried to post the video six times, no luck.)


Hero braved the slide into the cold pool.


Jericho loved the pool, but no slide for him.

Cubbie Verse

Here is Jericho's paraphrase of his Cubbie verse:
"While we were...sinners, we will get spankings." Romans 5:8b

Daredevil

I hope this works. I have been having issues with Blogger Video. Anyway, this is how my little guy keeps me on my toes. Yes, normally my step stool is kept in the kitchen but this is just for illustrative purposes. He has done this in the kitchen too (which is even more scary because of the tile floor!

September Giveaway

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First Day of School

Here are some photos from Hero's first day of First Grade. She was a little scared, but her teacher was very understanding. She made Hero feel right at home. (Mommy was a little weepy herself.) Jericho, however, couldn't wait to leave his sister at school and go home by himself!

For the Love of Mommy

Oh how it stirs my heart to walk into a room and have my youngest crawl toward me. He reaches my feet and looks up with arms outstretched. A pitiful cry is uttered as I stoop down and pick him up. It is then that I notice the odorous vapors wafting from his backside. Does he love me only because I can put clean pants on his tush?

Conversations with Yummibears

(Note: Yummibears are vitamins shaped like Gummy Bears.)

Jericho is given two with his breakfast. After playing with them for a while...

Bear 1: "Okay, Let's jump in the mouth."

Bear 2: "Okay, Let's go!"

Both: AAHHH!

Bear 1: "I can't find you."

Bear 2: "Here I am."

Both: Down, Down, Down..."

The Haircut

Jericho got a "big boy" haircut today. He was crying so much when I was trying to cut his hair the way I always do, so I chopped it all off to get the task over. He was not happy with it at first. (I thought he called it disgusting but he was really saying he was "dusty". Thus referring to all the hair that was on his shoulders.) At least he will be cooler. I also think he looks cute like his Daddy!

Swinging

Jericho has learned how to swing all by himself! Now every time he goes outside he is on the swing.

Nine Month Check-Up

Here are the stats from Ransom's nine month check-up:

Height-28" ~ 25%

Weight- 18lbs 9 oz ~ 25%

So, he's a little small for his age. At least he is growing. In other exciting news, he took a few steps on his own a few nights ago. Unfortunately, I was not there to see his first steps. He started walking in the nursery. When we came home, he would only take a couple steps for his Daddy. Now, he doesn't even want to stand up. I think he is afraid we will try to make him walk. Right now, it is so much faster for him to crawl.

Beach

We went to the beach for the first time since having Ransom. He loved the water soooo much! He crawled all the way from our spot on the sand to the waves. It was about 30 yards. He didn't seem to mind the waves at all. He definitely takes after his sister. Hero wanted to go out as far as she could. Jericho on the other hand, stayed close to shore. He was content to hop over the little waves.

Random Vacation Photos

The next few posts are photos from our vacation that I am finally getting a chance to put up. Sorry it took me so long. We have finally recovered from our trip.

Feeding the Ducks

Great Grandpa and Grandma Peters

See the tooth?

Aunt Melanie made cupcakes on Jericho's Birthday.

Meredith and Hero enjoy the treats.

Jericho on the Carousel

Hero and her carousel pony.

Hero and Meredith

Cousins!

More Vacation Photos

Hero and Jericho beside the Columbia River.

Jeremiah and Jericho on the teeter totter at Bush Park.

Spiderman!

Ransom kept Aunt Julie on her toes!

Blueberry Picking

Aunt Melanie took us blueberry picking for our first time. We had lots of fun plucking and sampling the sweet treats.

Funland

A trip to Hermiston would not be complete without a trip to Funland. This is the first time that we have been able to play at the water park. Hero was willing to get soaked, but Jericho wasn't keen on the idea.