Grip It and Rip It

Happy Birthday Little T!

I can't believe Tyler is 2! We had family in town yesterday, so we celebrated early. He has been really into golfing and loves to go with us whenever we go, so it seemed very fitting to do a golf themed birthday.

For the last few months Ty has been saying "Daddy, I wanna go goffing...tomorrow."

But now he says, "Daddy, I NEED to go goffing...right now."

Maybe a little premature, but Josh couldn't pass up these clubs. If the weather cooperates we'll try them out today.

He loved all the presents he got (thanks Grandmas and Grandpas and Carson!) He went straight to the scooter and soccer ball when he woke up this morning.

Happy Birthday Tyler! We love you!!

Family Vacay

We went on a little family vacation to the Oregon Coast last week and had a great time! We stayed a few days in Portland with my aunt and uncle and then stayed a few days in Seaside. It rained a couple of days, but the rest of the time it was perfect!

Here are a few pictures from our trip (totally not in order):

Tyler in downtown Portland.

Josh holding a LIVE crab!

Josh and Ty walking on the beach. Tyler HATED getting sand in his toes so most of the time he was being held."Chunk want baby ruth?" The GOONIES house in Astoria!

Family pic at Haystack Rock on Cannon Beach.

Finally, on the last day Tyler was willing to dig in the sand...just a little. In front of the Portland LDS Temple. Such beautiful flowers!

Tyler and Uncle Bob looking at a giant turtle at the OMSI in Portland.

Not at all afraid to touch all the reptiles.

In front of the Pittock Mansion. Aunt Lorena and I toured it - it is AMAZING!

Tyler in front of Multnomah Falls.

Banana Oat Bars

I found THIS great recipe from La Bonne Cuisine and have made a few changes to fit our family's likes, allergies, how healthy we're feeling that day, etc., etc.

Banana Oat Bars:

2 cups quick oats (or regular broken up)
1/2 c. shredded coconut
2-3 ripe bananas, mashed
1/4 c. unsweetened applesauce
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
Ground flax seed

(A lot of times I'll add wheat germ and millet. It just depends on what I have on hand from Winco's healthy bulk section. HOWEVER, if you put more of the dry stuff in, add a little more banana or applesauce to balance out the moisture)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix everything together and place in a greased 8X8 pan. Bake for 30 minutes. Let cool. Cut into bars and serve.

Is He For Real?

Can ya guess who got a hold of these veggies?



I was picking goods from the garden yesterday and went inside for a couple of minutes. I should have known better. It looks like a dang animal was eating my food! Nope. Just my child.


In Tyler's defense...the pear looks real. (it's one of my decorations)

Our Family

Our friend Melissa is just starting her photography business and wanted some practice. We volunteered and I must say, she is amazing! (if anyone in the Boise area is interested, leave a comment and I'll get you her information) THANK YOU SO MUCH MELISSA!!

DETERMINATION

Unfortunately, that is a quality only displayed when food is involved.