Man's Best Friend Feb. 2009



An instant bound/alliance was formed between Odie and Roc!

Odie was a great addition to our family, bring great entertainment and joy to the children.  He was sold to us as a choodle but was later discovered that he was probably more likely a rat terrier mix (with more emphasis placed on rat), I really didn't matter to use he was a beloved member of the family who did not care for Ryan at all.  Unfortunately he was not able to make the long journey on the move to Medford Oregon in 2011, but he was able to find another loving family to join.

Roc's 4th Birthday 2009

Roc and his birthday cake, as you might be able to guess, Roc is big into super heros!

Roc surrounded by friends and family to celebrate his birthday.

Emma's winter dance recital 2009

I can't believe how young she looks.  This is her first recital.  We were blessed with Emma being able to do dance.  The teacher was her physical therapist and made the dance according to the abilities of the girls.  It was great because the girls would never have been able to take dance if it wasn't for the dance company allowing them to make a special class.  It was amazing to see Emma come alive in a whole new way when she was dancing.

Winter time fun 2008

The kids took advantage of one of the few snow days in Asotin Wa.

This is Christmas of 2008.  The year that my parents came to Asotin and the year that we actually had snow (only one of 3 for the 11 years we lived there).  At first the kids went outside to shoot each other with the silly string they got from santa (notice the can in Roc's hand) and ended up making a little snowman.

Roc, Emma, and Trayse at the locomotive park in Lewiston.

Every year we had the privalige to get to go see the lights at locomotive park in Lewiston.  Years ago Ryan's aunt Jakie helped organize and get the community project off the ground and it still continues.  There are tons of lights that are sincronized with music, different light games, and a huge fire place to warm up with when it gets cold.  I think that all communities should have this.  It's a great way for families to do something fun together around the holidays that's free and stress free.  I know it has made an ever lasting memory for our children and at Thanksgiving every year they ask if it's time to go see the lights. 

Christmas 2008

Emma's was so excited about her princess dress and her concert. We are greatful that Asotin still has a music program and they do a Christmas concert. What fun the kids have learning new songs and performing for their families.

Christmas morning I imagine was fairly early, as it always is.  The fun part is that they open their presents and then for the most part entertain themselves with them.  This Christmas we had the opportunity to have my parents drive up and have Christmas dinner with us.  The kids were so excited that we not only had snow that year but grandma Kathy and grandpa Scott got to come and spent time with us.

Kids' Picture 2008

These Pictures are the ones used for Christmas Cards and Gifts for the Grandparents in 2008.  It was a nice November day; the sun must have been out because in most of the pictures Emma was squinting her eyes.  Every time I see this picture I am reminded of all leaves that Ryan was supposed to rake up each year.

Halloween 2008

Halloween 2008, Roc was Spiderman and Emma was a princess (Cinderella).  We went to a select number of friends and family members homes.  The kids had a great time showing off their costumes.