Anna Update.....

Anna just had her 9-month check up. She now weighs 21lbs. 13oz.! She is creeping everywhere and is so content to crawl around and let the boys entertain her. Last night Craig and I went out and my parents watched her & the boys. I was a little worried at how she'd do since we have only left her twice before, for a night out. But she did great! She took her bottle and was asleep when we came to pick them up. What a good girl!

She has also popped her FIRST TOOTH! Craig discovered it a couple nights ago and yelled out "did you know Anna has a tooth?" It's her bottom left. It'll be exciting to see her "look" change when she gets more.

I'll post more pictures soon.......

Muley Country

Craig and Will, along with Papa, Ama, and our good friend "JT" headed to Lakeview, OR. this weekend to scout out the terrain and look for bucks in preparation for our hunting trip in just a few weeks. Will LOVED getting to go with Dad, on this "guy" weekend. Well, they did have Ama along......you gotta have a camp cook, right?

This picture is overlooking a 7,000 ft. viewpoint of Warner Canyon! What a sight!

Target Practice

If I'd have been there I doubt I would have let Will shoot this 22, .....but as soon as he told me he got to shoot a gun for the first time he was quick to follow it up with all he learned about gun safety. It was definately a highlight and a teachable moment. Good job, Dad!

What a view....this picture is priceless. I know Craig is so enjoying having a son to take on adventures with him. Soon it will be Wyatt's turn as well.

Our last Hoorah!

This weekend we took one last camping trip as a family (for the summer) to Waterloo, outside of Lebanon. We camped with our good friends, the Arritola's who have a son, Will's age and a daughter Wyatt's age. The kids had so much fun playing in the dirt, water, and riding bikes. We had a relaxing time to visit and enjoy the great outdoors.

Anna's swing was a big hit. All the kids (especially Wyatt) enjoying giving her pushes. She loved it and was a very happy baby!

Will and Ayden digging holes and making roads for their trucks in the dirt.

Bike Riding......

Wyatt is learning to ride the little bike Will started on. Here he is in his Peter Pan top and Larry boy cape. At his age, it's all about being a super-hero. He is doing well, but hasn't learned the brakes yet. That could be a problem :)

Look...no training wheels

Over our camping trip at the coast last week Will learned to ride without training wheels. I had to take pictures of him back at home 'cause I forgot my camera on our trip. He's doing great.....he got the hang of it right away. Craig took them off and off he went! He loves being able to ride fast and do through the dirt and grass. What a big accomplishment :)

Wildcat Hoop Camp

This was the first year Will was able to participate in Wildcat Hoop Camp. He was the only kindergartener there! He learned a lot and had SUCH a fun week. Today was the awards ceremony. He kept saying it was ok if he didn't get a trophy cause he already has one (actually one of Craig's old ones). But he ended up earing 1st place in the cellar dweller competition and got a trophy along with his medal for participation. He was so excited!!

Dad was so proud of his future basketball legend!

Bikini Baby

Anna has no hesitations about showing off her rolls at the pool this week....we welcomed our cousin Reilly home (from 6 weeks in Texas at ballet camp) with pizza and a pool party. What fun! We are so glad she's back!

Dedication Sunday

On Sunday we had Anna dedicated at church. She is now officially 8 months old. We are so blessed and thankful for her life and the joy she brings to us every day. I can't believe how time flies. I'm trying to savor each day and each special moment....

August is here....time to update the blog! This past weekend started out with a fishing trip for Craig. Here is is fish one of the two salmon he caught. We ate it for dinner tonight...mmmm.