Happy Thanksgiving!

Molly joined us for the holiday.

Dan and two of his aunts, Joni and Cindy. We were able to talk to the other one who is in Minnesota with her family on the webcam.

My secret to getting a good picture of her...bribe her with m & m's.

We had a lovely Thanksgiving Day this year. We visited two families, and of course had poor judgement and stuffed ourselves at each meal. Our first stop was up in La Center, Washington where Dan's aunt and uncle live. That was a great meal!

Then we came back down to Portland and visited my family at my aunt's house. We ended the evening by playing the Wii, which was Selah's favorite part. She bowled with us and did really well.

Praise God for the abundant blessings in my life!

Happy 1st Birthday Eli!

My baby boy turned 1 year old today! It was a great day of celebration and rejoicing in this little man that God blessed us with just 1 year ago. We were joined by 18 family and friends. Eli casually bit into his cupcake as if he'd been doing it since he was born. I remember on Selah's first birthday she was shocked and quite excited that I would place such a delicious delicacy in front of her. Not Eli, he took it like a baby man. Then became upset when I took half of it away. Sorry buddy, I didn't want to shock your system.

So what is up with Eli these days? As you may have read from a previous post Eli has been walking since he was 10 months old, and now he's an old pro at it. He confidently strolls around the house, wandering where he pleases, and attempts to climb anything that looks worthy of the feat. He loves to dance! Especially when sister is watching The Wiggles. Woo-wee that gets Eli doing his little booty bounce. Super cute! He loves balls, being outside, bath time, cuddling with mama, adores his sister (lovingly calls her SeSe), playing guitar with dada, going in Molly's house, and unrolling the toilet paper and then ripping it into little shreds so mommy cannot salvage it.

My sweet son,

You have an infectious smile and laughter that bring us so much joy. Your easy going nature is a breath of fresh air. I adore you. You my son, are a beautiful gift from God. I love you!

Love,

mommy