The Performer

While in Oregon for Spring Break Chris gave Annemarie one of Sara's old dance costumes...she wore it almost the entire time we were there. She loves it! It made it's way back to Montana so we still get some shows like the one I recorded...

Spring Break in Oregon (March 25 - 31)

A month ago the kids and I were in Oregon for Spring Break. While Doug was home working hard, we were off visiting family and having fun. It was a quick trip (they always are) but a good one. We stayed with Mick and Chris but split our time visiting both sides of the family. Corey was in town from Atlanta so it was great to see her. She took the boys to OMSI one day and they had a blast. I was able to get out and have dinner with Dianne and Dina which I really enjoyed.

While we were there we celebrated Jack and Annemarie's birthdays. It was so much fun and the kids got so many great gifts.

Jack with the look of pure "present" joy.

All the kids, nothing like trying to get a group shot (two of mine aren't even looking at the camera).

Make a wish! (Annemarie took this opportunity to show off some of her new dress up clothes)

The party girl with all the leftover cake.

The Abandoned Blog…

Or so it would seem. I’d like to start off by saying, I have not forgotten our blog and I want to apologize to those faithful few who check it regularly (that would be you Doug). I know how sad it is when you’re looking forward to seeing a new posting/picture/anything and there’s nothing…in our case for 38 days. Now I will admit I’ve been less than excited about our blog lately and feel it needs a new look (definitely) and possibly a little more structure. I’m hoping to reveal something new within the next few of weeks.

Now for a general update (I’ll post belated pictures and details within the next few days). The very end of March the kids and I were in Oregon for Spring Break. We had a great time visiting family and I even had a quick break to catch up with Dina and Dianne. What a treat and what a great visit. It was like old times. I miss you girls!!

We had three birthdays this month, Jack, Annemarie’s and mine all within two weeks of each other. Also, and I write this with a heavy heart my Papa Ed (my dad’s father) passed away on April 1st. He lived such a full life (he was 94!) and I’m so thankful he was my Papa. So, we headed back to Oregon for the funeral, this time Doug included. Two car trips to Oregon in less than two weeks with three children is doable but also exhausting. We’ve been home now for almost two weeks and the activities (for everyone) are starting to pick up. Oh, and did I mention Will broke his arm on Jack’s birthday…so that’s the month we’ve had and April isn’t even over. As you may imagine I’m counting the days until May begins.

Check back soon!