Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Reminders of the carefree days, building castles in the sand

 The boys loved the beach.  We spent our time sprinting after our boys who would have been thrilled to be swept out to sea.  Each day we had comments from people about the enormous energy level of our boys. The people had toddlers of their own who were happy to play in the sand and occasionally cautiously enter the water.  Our time was filled with laughter and sand.



A friendly sea lion sunbathing. People were within five feet of the animal. I wouldn't let us get closer than 30 ft.

 












Brandon's 30th birthday present from my folks!

Dancing for Great Grandma Jean


Sunday, August 7, 2011

We's been to Montana!

Missoula, MT that is!

Missoula could be summed up in one word: Mountains! Missoula is hemmed in by vast mountains with a river flowing through town. The Northern Lights were making an appearance, but being the parents of toddlers, we do not have the luxury of driving out after 10pm to see such an event.  It's a beautiful place that had Brandon and I imagining our life in the hippy mountain town.
We were quickly introduced to the "red lights are just suggestions" driving concept. My parents found out that the right hand lane can be used for a left hand turn, even though cars may be in the left lane going straight.  I like to say, "It's Montana!" in regard to those non-law abiding drivers to forget about the stress of near death awaiting us at the next light. The driving habits of the town have put on moving to Missoula on the that would be awesome if we were a little more brave list.
My cousin Mason married his stunning bride Andrea yesterday on Marshall Mt.  My mom has photos of the actual wedding on her camera. I took pictures of the boys playing in the wilderness.  One other thing I loved about Missoula, I fit right in with a dress and chacos at a wedding! The chacos were necessary, you will see.













Serious Drool

Family photo attempt. Don't think it's making the Christmas card.




Granny Bug & Poppa



Posing for Great Grandma Jean. You're the only one he poses for -- Be proud!








 
Some of Ian's favorite things:  singing & eating flowers


 
Saying Goodbye
Tickle, Tickle

We're off!