The River

A few weeks back we made plans to hang out with some good friends, the Colemans. We decided earlier in the week to do something outside to enjoy the Spring like weather, and make a trip to the Columbia river on the Vancouver, WA side. Little did we know that it was going to be WINDY that weekend. We decided to be troopers and head out anyway, packed up and dressed for the windy weather. We got to the park and hiked down to the water and to our surprise it was beautiful weather! We were protected from the wind and the sun was shining warm in the sky! The big boys fished and the little boys played in the sand and the Mama's relaxed in the sun! It was such a great afternoon!

Little Book Worm

Wyatt is truly a dream to the Mama who is a teacher! He loves his books! I hope that his love of listening to and reading books carries with him throughout life!

Wyatt Hits the Ice Rink

Andy decided that it was time for Wyatt to have his first experience on the ice! Wyatt had an absolute blast and can't wait to go back; he asks about the ice all the time! He has also taking quite the interest in hockey on TV! The boys went on a school day so taking pictures was a little hard, but here's one of Wyatt with his skates on waiting to hit the ice! I hope to join them next time and get some good ones of him on the ice!

Central Oregon

Last weekend we were lucky enough to head to Central Oregon for a long weekend. Our friends, the Coleman's, have access to a cabin just outside of the Sunriver Resort, and they were generous enough to invite us down for the MLK weekend. We had a blast just relaxing by the fire, going for walks, and we even got a little bit of snow! Wyatt especially had a great time playing with their son Mason. The boys played trains, cars, read books and watched movies!

Merry Christmas

The West Coast Erlandsen's had a wonderful Christmas- especially Wyatt! The little man was spoiled of course and got lots of new toys and clothes from grandparents and of course Santa! It was really fun watching Wyatt come down stairs and realizing that Santa had eaten the cookies he put out the night before and that Santa had left some things for him. Seeing Wyatt's face light up with each gift was definitely the best part about this Christmas!

Gingerbread House

Wyatt made his first gingerbread house this year! He loved it and had a blast putting candy on the roof!

Downtown Portland

Every year since I can remember we have taken a family trip downtown a week or so before Christmas. We take time to enjoy the decorations around the city, the tree in Pioneer Square, a little shopping, a visit with Santa, and some lunch. I am happy that we are able to keep this tradition going with Wyatt. While Wyatt was not interested in sitting on Santa's lap, he did give him a big wave!