Lost another one
Sawyer lost another tooth last night. And the tooth fairy brought him ten bucks!! I couldn’t believe it.
I can’t wait for tomorrow
Just one of the many reasons Sawyer is such an amazing person. Every night when he goes to bed he says “I can’t wait for tomorrow”. And I’ll ask him “what’s going on tomorrow?” And he says “I don’t know…
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Brian regan
So somehow the boys found some Brian Regan bits (plurals, I before e, and science fair) on YouTube and now they’re reciting them back and for to each other all the time. The other day at Granny and Papa’s house…
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Solar Eclipse
An historic event today as we had an almost complete solar eclipse. We all got the glasses out and checked out the eclipse off and on for about an hour. Sawyer was very concerned that he was going to miss…
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4th of July Bonanza
Once again we had our big 4th of July shindig up in Anacortes. There was a lot of great food, a lot of people, and a lot of fireworks. And no one lost any digits which is always a plus….
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Aunt Terry’s visit
Aunt Terry, Sam and Shelby came to visit! The girls and the boys had so much fun. We even went up to Anacortes for the weekend and got some nice weather! Hopefully they’ll come again soon. 🙂
Best Brother Ever
Sawyer heard the ice cream truck and ran inside to get Chase. Chase said he didn’t have any money and Sawyer said I can buy for both of us. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
First lost tooth!
It got wiggly yesterday when Sawyer tried to open a gatoraid with his teeth. He was pretty upset about it. Even had to call Chase (the expert) and let him know what was going on. It was a rough hit…
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Bacon pretzels
So the other day I decided to make Alton Brown’s soft pretzels with the boys as kind of a fun science-y thing to do. As we’re making them I was explaining to the boys that they can put whatever they…
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Sawyer’s Lovies
I’m not sure why it’s taken so long to put this up here but better late than never I guess. Sawyer has some very special stuffed animals that are his “lovies”. He just loves them so much. He’s been slowly…
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Chase and Sawyer
Me: “Sawyer, why did you yell at Chase?” Sawyer: “I didn’t – Chase yelled at me!” Me: “I just heard you yelling at Chase!” Sawyer: “…Chase and I sound a lot alike.” Chase: “That conversation we just had really irritated…
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Christmas 2016
Almost had a white Christmas! It snowed just a little bit two days before Christmas which was pretty cool. The boys got all kinds of fun stuff – topped off by the giant Lego set Chase got and spent 2…
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Christmas Boxes
So the other day I was making cookies and caramels for our boxes that we give out every Christmas and Kristin informed me that you did not want to do it anymore because it was too much work and it…
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Big Weekend
So on Friday Sawyer had his big performance of “Lemonade”. He played on of the three little pigs. So cute! He did a great job – he said he was very nervous and very excited at the same time. On…
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Universal studios
We’re back here too!! We surprised the boys the night before. They were so excited and had such a great time. We had to come check out the new Harry Potter stuff. And of course, Jurassic Park is always a…
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Harry Potter day
So today was the release of the (supposedly) last Harry Potter book so there was a big event at the University Book Store in Mill Creek. They had activities and treats and book signings and even a costume contest. And…
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4th of July, 2016
Did the usual on the fourth – the Anacortes parade and Granny and Papa’s house with lots of food, friends, and fireworks!
Minecraft has taken over
It’s official. Minecraft has officially taken over our house. Kristin even said the other day, “I can’t wait for the kids to go to bed so I can play minecraft!”
School of Rock
We watched the movie School of Rock a few weeks ago with the boys. Now they can’t stop singing it. We’ve watched it multiple times since then. Now, the latest development – they are actually enrolled in the Seattle School…
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Sawyer’s a bike rider!
After years of riding his balance bike we FINALLY convinced Sawyer to ride a pedal bike!
Hurt my ears
Chase: “Sawyer, can you stop doing that. It hurts my ears.” Sawyer: “Want to hear what hurts my ears Chase? You telling me what to do.”
Best mom ever
Sawyer was sent to bed tonight after being rude. As he walked out, he said, “Wow! I thought you were the best mom in the world”. I guess he was wrong.
Where the Wild Things Are
Kristin took the boys to the children’s theater the other day to see Where the Wild Things Are. They loved it and Sawyer got to be in the play! He got to hold the scepter for the wild rumpus!
Sawyer’s New Shoes
He loves them! Wouldn’t even put them in the basket. Had to carry them through the whole store. They’re actually pretty cool. Very neon. They came with green neon laces too. He wants the pink ones for now. They don’t…
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Sawyer’s first Chairlift!
He loved the ride, but when he got to the top and saw what he had to ski down he said, “I can’t do that! It’s dangerous!”
Sawyer loves girls
Sawyer just loves girls. When he’s playing games, he usually wants to be the girl character. When we’re reading a story or watching a movie, he always gravitates towards the girl character. The other day Chase asked him, “Sawyer why…
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Merry Christmas 2015
We spent Christmas up at Granny and Papa’s house in Anacortes this year. Santa was very nice to us! Chase got the gigantic Lego set he wanted and Sawyer got the new Disney Infinity game with a bunch of characters….
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Reptile Museum
Chase had a boy scout outing at the reptile museum today. The buys (all three of us) loved it! Chase and Sawyer even got to hold snakes! Kristin wouldn’t even go in…
Video Game Weekends
So they boys now get to play video games on the weekends so every morning at 8:00 sharp Sawyer runs into Chase’s room exclaiming, “Chase! It’s time to play video games!”
Prince Charming
I have a date with Sawyer on Saturday. I asked him what he wanted to do on our date. He said, “I want to run in slow motion, holding hands, on the beach”. He’s such romantic!!! Best date ever!!!
Sawyer’s black eye
Poor little guy. Got this from running into a cardboard box after the super bowl. I wanted to hit myself in the face too…
Laying in bed…
Listening to the boys talk and play. Chase keeps shushing Sawyer, so he doesn’t wake us. Chase made a journal for Sawyer, now he’s helping Sawyer write in it. Sawyer went in to Chase’s room because he couldn’t sleep, and…
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Video game weekends
The boys get to play video games now on the weekends. They get so excited, it’s fun to watch. Sawyer will come in our room at like 6am and say, “what day is it?”
Super Monkey
Sawyer’s favorite toy for a long time is what he calls Super Monkey. He saw this at a toy store and just didn’t want to put it down so Santa thought he had to have it. It has a sensor…
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Sawyer turns 4!!
I can’t believe my little guy turns 4 today. I keep thinking he’ll outgrow this ornery phase, but I don’t think it’s a phase anymore. He’s headstrong, temperamental, disagreeable, and he bullies older kids on the playground. His hugs are…
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Ramona the Pest
Happiness is… Laying under a tree reading this to the boys. It’s even better this time around! (Summer 2014)
First Day Of School
This is our first day of school photo. We will actually study today- but they can play a bit longer.
They Clean Up Well.
Chase picked these both of these outfits out, I think he did a fantastic job!! He even tied his own tie. They are growing up so fast. I just love them!!
Sleeping in the same room
We’re experimenting with having the boys sleep in the same room. So far it’s been tricky. Chase likes his own room for sure, but he also likes sleeping with Sawyer too. He wakes up in the morning saying he wants his…
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Leavenworth
First time for Kristin, Chase and Sawyer in Leavenworth. Just happened to be Oktoberfest.
Interesting week
Within the same week Chase tells Kristin that she’s the worst mom in the world, and Sawyer tells her he wants to marry her.
Time out for Sawyer
Sawyer in Time Out. I was making waffles and apparently Sawyer wanted to crack the eggs. He neglected to tell me that until after they were already cracked. He then proceeded to throw a tantrum and yell and spit. This…
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Saturday Morning Waffles
Every Saturday I make waffles for the boys. One of life’s simple pleasures!
Making Cider
We decided to pick the rest of our apples and make some cider with the cider press we got last year. It was more work than I thought it was going to be, but it turned out great and the…
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Differences.
A conversation with Chase- Chase- Mom, can I modify this Lego garage while I eat my lunch?A conversation with Sawyer- “Sawyer! Stop chewing on your toenails! “No.”
Hangin’ in there
Last night we were leaving for swim lessons, I ran back in the house to grab something. Chase comes in and says, “Mom, come quick! You’ve got to see this!”. I said I would be there in a minute. “Mom,…
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Happy 4th of July!
Poor Chase was sick on the week of the 4th. We went up to Granny and Papa’s for the week and couldn’t do most of what we planned. Luckily, he just got better enough to join in festivities about the…
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In the climbing tree
Here we all are up in the climbing tree (the maple in the front yard). I have to climb up and then pull Sawyer up in my lap. Then he says, “Cool! Is this cool?”
Ready to go!
Sawyer loves swimming! He wasn’t happy when she dunked him- but other than that, he did great. He bounced back fast and screamed as we left (ran out of) the Y. He keeps saying, “I want to swim like a…
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Little monster
So we were up at Granny and Papa’s house this weekend and I noticed out the back window that Sawyer was climbing up a little ladder onto a big log that he couldn’t be on by himself. I opened the…
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Little boat ride
Your browser does not support the video tag I just told sawyer to put his shoes on and he said “my shoes at all beachy. Can you wash them off?”
Late night.
I came home from the grocery store one night last week. It was after 10, we had put the kids to bed before I left the house to go shopping. I came home and found this on my deck. We…
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Talking Tom
Sawyer is playing on the Talking Tom app. It’s a little cat the repeats everything you say. Sawyer is yelling at Tom, “stop saying that”. He always argues with Tom! He’s so funny!
Happy Birthday Sawyer!
We love you big guy! You make us laugh and give us love everyday. We are so proud of you and love the sweet, thoughtful little man that you are. You completed our family and brought more love to our…
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Can you warm me up?
This is what Sawyer says when he wants you put his blue blanket on top of him and cuddle up with him
Give a little bit.
Sawyer is not the cuddler that Chase is. We have been spoiled with hugs, kisses, and sweet words from Chase. Sawyer has moments, but they are short lived, and few & far between. Last night when I put Sawyer to…
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Easy mornings.
Today is our last day of vacation. I’m going to miss having the boys home next week. Back to hectic schedules:(. The boys are missing their activities though, it’s probably for the best- we would just get lazier.
Happy New Year
The boys rang in the New Year with us tonight. Lots of cuddles and hugs. It was the best New Years ever. My resolution is to have more moments like these with my family and friends. I love these boys!!…
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More ornaments
It was so fun- we did it again. We made Star Wars ornaments this time too, at Chase’s request (clearly). He did a great job. He looked at the characters pictures and mixed his colors to match. It was fun….
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Little Gym
It has taken us a while to find a program that is a good fit for Sawyer. He needs something physical, but he also loves music and games. The Little Gym is perfect for him. It’s the first time he…
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Too smart!
Sawyer is playing with a musical, alphabet toy. It shows you a letter and tells the sounds the letter make. Sawyer put the E in, and the machine made the two sounds the E makes. Chase said, “the E makes…
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Responsibility & Brotherly Love.
Tonight at the mall, I had to use the restroom. Chris hadn’t gotten there yet, so I had to take the boys with me. When we went in to the Macy’s women’s restroom, there was a little lounge area with…
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Pictures with Santa
Chase made many notes and showed them all to Santa. When we were in line and Chase asked me if this was THE real Santa. I told him I didn’t know and that he should ask him. Then he said,…
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Stuff Sawyer Says…
I Cryin!!! I busy. I want my iPad. Oops. I sorry. (After he purposely hits you). Okay, okay. You like that. Okay. Okay. I like your Christmas tree. I like your hat…. And so on. I’m going to miss his…
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12/1 New family puzzle and cocoa night.
I got a puzzle that is 550 pieces. We worked on it for over 2 hours. Chase loved it and put as much of it together as we did. He did great! We came close to finishing, I thought it…
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Advent Calendar
Chase loves these! Of course this year, he has to share with Sawyer. But, there is something for both of them on each day. It is packed full of gifts, treats and Christmas activities. The red boxes will have the…
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More trees.
Now they can camp by the tree every night. They both have their own little trees for their rooms.
Thanksgiving.
We spent the day at Curt and Joan’s. it was a great day with great food. I’m stuffed and going to bed.
Sawyer’s favorite book
Easily Sawyer’s favorite book is “Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What do You Hear”. He loves to make the animal sounds sounds with me. The weirdest thing though, when we get to the zookeeper at end of the book and I…
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The most wonderful time…
We couldn’t wait another day. Last night Chase and I put out our decorations. Chase really just gets to pull things out if the bins, I have a place for each thing- he was happy just to look at it…
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Sawyer loves lettuce.
He always gobbles salad up- not even the good stuff in the salad- he wants the lettuce. Chris just gave him a leaf of romaine and Sawyer’s eating it like celery. I can hear him crunching away.
Museum of Flight
We have not been since Sawyer was about 6 months old- so, we decided it was time. It was a fun time, Chase admired the planes and Sawyer ran amuck. On a side note- Chase started puking last night. This…
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Sawyer too!
Since Sawyer has to watch Chase during gymnastics twice a week, it’s only fair Sawyer gets his time out there too. They both now go twice a week. That’s a lot of gymnastics. Luckily, it’s really spread throughout the week.
Thomas. Finally.
So far, Sawyer has shown no interest in Trains. He’s been wearing Chase’s old Thomas rain boots and it’s sparked his curiosity.
Weekend without Dad
I had to keep them occupied this weekend with musketeer number 3 away on a golf trip. We went swimming, the mall play area, played outside til bedtime, made pizza, had a movie night, did a science experiment and read…
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First week of school…
Was a huge success! Chase LOVES kindergarten! His teacher is wonderful! We definitely made the right choice with this teacher. When we transferred Chase to PM Kindergarten, I was dreading the switch. Sawyer with school in the AM, Chase in…
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Last day of 5.
I asked Chase how he wanted to celebrate his last day of being 5. He said, “I want to eat at Panda Express and play Name that Tune”. I said okay. When he realized we were going to let him…
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Farrell McWirther Farm Park.
We are making the last week of summer the best one! Started Monday with this awesome farm. Very friendly animals and great trails through the woods. Good climbing trees- the kiddos loved it! So did the Moms. A very peaceful…
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More summer days.
We are having so much fun this summer! Some of the best times are just easy days around town. Meltdowns are getting more frequent, I think we are ready for school to start so we can get back into a…
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Sawyer loves Chase.
Sawyer’s having a hard day and needs some love. Who does he go to for comfort? Chase. And Chase held Him until Sawyer felt better. I never imagined they would love each other this much.
Gogurt and serious talks
This afternoon we spent the day out playing. The boys play so well together and are about the best of friends… Unless Ryan is around, then Sawyer’s out:)! This was fun to watch today as they sat and talked while…
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Schools out!
We decided to start summer off right- and lucky for us, so did the weather! We went to one of our favorite parks- Carkeek. We hiked in the woods, up to a beautiful view of the Olympic Mountains! Then down…
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Family tradition.
Today Chase asked me- “Can we play the game where you ask me who I love and I say someone’s name, not yours- and then you tickle and torture me until I say your name”. Ha~! I didn’t even realize…
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Little Monster.
This little monster kept me up all night. He’s so worth it. I just love him so much. When I told him to leave me alone at 6 am, I was just cranky. Once he nuzzled his way into my…
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Gymnastics Playtime
Open playtime at Gymnastics may be their favorite thing they do all week! They have so much fun there- and play together the whole time! Your browser does not support the video tag
Growing up.
Sawyer’s second birthday is coming up. He is doing many fun activities and a pretty good job of keeping up with his brother (he is lucky that his brother slows down a bit to allow this). He is taking Gymnastics,…
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Christmas Eve
Pretty nice way to spend Christmas Eve. The boys LOVE the beach. Until they have to go back home and they realize they’re cold.
Watch a show?
Sawyer’s favorite thing now is to watch Blues Clues. He LOVES it. One of the only words he says that you can actually understand is “show” and “blues clues” and handy-dandy… “notebook”.
The things that Sawyer does…
Just wanted to capture a few of the fun little quirks that Sawyer has. tucking his arms in – When you pick him up and he’s tired and just wants to stay in your arms (quite the rarity), he likes…
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Talking! (sort of)
Sawyer is finally starting to communicate (other than yelling at us)! He can say Apple, Chase, Nose, Dada, Mama and he can make snake, elephant, pig, and lion sounds! Progress!
Davethehornguy.com
Last night Chase, Sawyer and I went to the Epic Family Night at Gold Creek Church. There were bouncy houses and play areas for the kids. It was super fun!
Hey Sawyer! He likes it!
This kid will eat anything. I gave him an orange to keep him busy in the car and when I looked back, he’d eaten a bunch of it – peel and all.
Tulip Festival.
On our way home from Anacortes we stopped by the Tulip Festival and took a walk and some pictures. It was a beautiful day.
Seattle Center
This weekend we had one of those perfect days. We were sitting in Seattle Center, the sun was shining and we were enjoying a little picnic on our family day out. It’s one of those moments where you are just…
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Silly Boys and Best Friends
Chase and Sawyer are always playing together, laughing and just being silly. Chase also loves to take care of Sawyer and always wants to be with him. He is the best big brother in the world! I LOVE these boys!
Auntie Jessi’s visit
The first of the month Auntie Jessie and Dean came to play with us. We toted around Seattle and visited Edmonds Beach (one of my favorite places) and just hung out around the house, eating and playing. WE LOVE Auntie…
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Grandpa’s visit
Grandpa came up for Sawyer’ birthday. The weekend started out to be so much fun! Grandpa took Chase to the Go-Cart Track, which Chase LOVED! HE ended up coming down with the flu, luckily Grandpa was here to help me….
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Sawyer’s Birthday
We were very busy the whole month of March, which is why we have fallen behind on our blogging. But, there are some fun photos that I want to post- like Sawyer’s birthday. It’s hard to believe that Sawyer is…
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Enough with the sickness!
This has been the craziest last couple of months. I think everybody has been sick a couple if times. First Sawyer was sick. Then I got a cold. Then a week or so later, Kristin started feeling sick. Sawyer got…
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Happy Birthday Sawyer!
Yep, the big “1”. Almost walking. Eats like a horse. Strong as an ox. Loves to laugh (and cry, for that matter…) Happy Birthday big guy – we love you! – Mom, Dad, Chase
Digging For LEGOs
We all know that Chase is a big LEGO fan. Well Sawyer likes to play too! Whenever we are digging around Chase’s lego table, Sawyer likes to help dig too. Up until now, we’ve really had to keep him away…
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Even more teeth…
That’s 5 total now! 2 on the top, 3 on the bottom. I’m really having a hard time while these things come in, but I can’t wait to eat even more food!!! -Sawyer
…it's the best time of the year…
For treats, that is!! So Chase and Kristin just got done delivering some Christmas goodies to the neighbors and Chase sang Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer for them. Dad: “Chase, you just went caroling – you’re a Christmas caroler!” Chase: “I’m…
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Dinner at the Needle.
We got to have dinner at the Space Needle again this year! It’s the best building in the world! I got to stand right next to the window on the way up the elevator too! Oh, and i got a…
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On the Argosy Cruise
Mom and dad and Chase and I got to go on a cruise! Nah, it wasn’t around the world, or the Caribbean or even Alaska. It was from Kirkland to Seattle. But still – that’s a long way for someone…
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First Christmas
My first Christmas. Not really sure what’s going on here. I do know everybody is dressing me up in funny clothes and Chase is running around on a constant sugar high. And I like to think that Mom and Dad…
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First Tooth!
I know you can’t see it here in this picture, but I really do have a tooth! Mommy was feeding me some Cheerios this morning (my absolute favorite, by the way), and sure enough – tooth city! I can’t WAIT…
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Happy Thanksgivin'!
Here’s a little song for you on Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving Song
Pumpkin Patch
We took our annual trip to the pumpkin patch with the Bachlers again this year. I LOVE the pumpkin patch! Then after we pick out our pumpkins, we get to go to the fair and ride the rides and jump…
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Getting closer….
I’m not crawling yet, but I’m close! I just want to be part of the action! I see Chase and Dad and Mom running around and I just want to GO! Mom says I’ll be crawling any day now (course,…
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Sawyer update
Sawyer went to the Dr. today for a little check-up and to find a solution for his little spitting-up issue. He’s now 19 and 1/2 weeks old, measures 27 1/4″ in length, and weighs in at a whopping 17 lbs!…
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Little piggy.
So Mommy and Daddy used to call me a little piggy – because when I drank my bottle, I’d root around for it like a little piggy. Now, they’re calling me a little piggy again! This time they say it’s…
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Happy 4th of July!
We just got back from Granny and Papa’s house and boy did we have fun! On a personal note, I now measure 25.5 inches long and I weigh about 16 pounds. Oh, and guess who rolled over for the first…
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Grandpa’s visit
I know… I know… this is late. We have been so busy around here, and sleep deprived, that I have not had time to maintain my blog. I have met many interesting people in my time in this world….
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Sawyer Bean
That’s what mommy and Chase call me. Sawyer BEAN. I don’t get it but whatever – if only they could understand what I call them sometimes! So my favorite thing to do these days is stand up! If I’m not…
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Learning to smile (video)
Sorry there’s no sound – it’s been removed at mom’s request! Sawyer
He’s Here!
Meet my baby brother, Sawyer! Born: 7:26 AM – 11 lbs, 22 inches! It’s been a bit of a whirlwind around here. Sawyer started off in the ICU for a little while because he was having a little trouble getting…
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A little brother!
That’s right. I’m going to have a little brother! Mom and dad and I went to the doctor the other day and we got to see him inside mommy’s tummy! Well…. I was more interested in playing with the “steering…
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