Isaac played his first game of soccer ever on Saturday. As you may know, I love soccer, so seeing him play was extra special for me. I’m kind of mad about the kids who push him over, but you have to see him with his hands on his hips when he’s tired. It’s the cutest thing ever. He’s #9, with the big shorts and chicken legs.

After the game, Geoff took Isaac up to Sundance for a long awaited first day on the slopes. Isaac was an immediate natural, and I’m pretty sure Geoff’s never had a prouder day as a daddy. Our little boy is growing up!

Our Lunch Group get-togethers have been few and far between since the addition of second children for each of us. I cherish every crazy minute when we do manage to meet up. We had a green party of sorts in honor of the holiday at Amy Furstenau’s AMAZING new house.

The green spread.

All the kids, minus Simone who was sleeping.
*Lucy’s skirt was made by my super talented friend, Kristina.

All the older kids ran in the house after the picture and locked the door. We had to offer all sorts of treats and threats before they finally came and opened it.

Enjoying the infamous Dewitt cupcakes outside on such a beautiful day.

It almost approached 70 degrees outside, so pretty much it was the best day ever. We had a picnic at the park and then after Lucy’s nap we played outside and got filthy dirty. I’ve been looking forward to this day for many cold months!

Our new friend’s puppy, Sawyer. Isn’t he precious!

It has to be Spring if baby chicks are around, right? Snow, take a hike.

My awesomely tubular friend Elisha, is temporary owner of these sweeties. Lucy pretty much died and went to heaven.

I heard “Argh Matey” and turned around to see this. We were dying laughing.

Below are many additional posts from my trip to Oregon.

Our trip was such a nice break from the hustle and bustle of our normal schedules. We enjoyed long walks in the crisp air, seeing loads of animals everywhere, time with family, a delicious new patisserie, swimming at the Aquatic Center, seeing my very best friend from high school and her darling son, and ate as many almonds as we could handle. (that’s an inside joke)

My trip home this time was very rewarding to me. I went on several runs on trails that I ran on as a highschooler and was overcome with gratitude for where my life has taken me since those days. Thank you to my friends, family, teachers and clients that have helped me achieve so much thus far! I have been so blessed.

A walk with my mom and the kids.

My mom gave both Isaac and Lucy haircuts.

Lucy dewinging a ladybug she found.

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Tommy and Lucy just love eachother! When we were together, everyone would ask us if they are twins (though he’s 6months younger). Lucy called him “Deekah” for some reason, and they followed eachother around giving hugs.

Looking outside at the cows and dogs in the neighboring field.

Our visit coincided perfectly with the birth of these lambs at a nearby lambing facility. I only wish they didn’t paint them!

The kids just love Ami. EVERYONE loves Ami. She is the most selfless person I know.

Pretty sure this little one was smiling at me.

This is where my brother and his family live while he is finishing his last year at OSU. We went there before our hike (see below) and let the kids play on the playground.

Caroline in her special swing.

Only in Corvallis…A lady and her husband came by with their one week old pet lamb and let the kids play with it. It was darling and so snuggly. What I would have given to be out in a lovely green field with it!

A little known overlook in Corvallis that is BREATHTAKING! I assume it’s even lovelier when it’s warm, and maybe sunny.

My brother Seth, his wife Caroline, and their son Thomas.

Poppy (my dad) was VERY busy when we were in town so we didn’t get to see him as much as we would have liked. He did a great job with all his church-related events that went on that weekend though, and we were very proud of him. He put Isaac to bed every night with a new “yarn”. Isaac and Lucy followed him around every second he was home.

Isaac discovered Barbie and Ken and was quite enamored with them.

Thankfully it didn’t rain as much as we had anticipated and on this day it was even WARM!