What we've been up to

So we made the long trip to Arizona last month. We made it a long vacation visiting family and friends along the way. Thanks to my Dad and Stepmom, Shelley and JL, and Tiana for letting us crash at your houses. We are living at my in-laws the Heid's house in Glendale right now. Trevor is actually still finishing up school in Portland but will be home for Thanksgiving and then in December for good. We have been missing him lots but I'm grateful for my in laws for all the help. It's not easy having your hubby gone with two kids. The kids are having a blast playing with their cousins. We love AZ so much. It is a little warm but I'll take that over the rain any day. We have found some playgroups, the library storytime is awesome, and Madi joined a Ballet class that she loves. The kids are hilarious in their ballet outfits. Oh and after four weekends of working, the tournaments are over!! We are grateful for the work. Next is boards and graduation for Trevor and shopping for a house. That should be fun!!

I know I need to catch up but here's some Halloween pics

We had such a fun Halloween here in AZ. We went trick or treating with my brothers and sisters in Marley Park. It was such a nice night too. We didn't even have to wear sweaters. I am loving the weather here by the way.

We went with an Under the Sea theme this year since Madi wanted to be Ariel. I was Ursula, the Sea Witch, Chase is Sebastian the crab (his costume was actually a dog costume I found really cheap), and Trevor dressed up like a fisherman.

The Cousins.

My Little Mermaid.

Goodbye beautiful Oregon Coast :)

This weekend we decided to spend one last day at the beach so we were off to Seaside. I just love Seaside, I love the shops and the salt water taffy, the arcade. It has a small town touristy feel. Trevor and I had to play our favorite game at the arcade, a kid on each of our laps. We ate a Big Kahuna burger, took Madi for a ride on the carousel, and then decided to check out Astoria. There is nothing like the Oregon Coast.

In Astoria, the bridge to Washington. It was huge!

Chase and I relaxing on our beach towels. There was a sand eating incident or two.

Playing with Dad and her digger.

This is what I've been up to.

Yes, packing. This is pretty much what my whole house looks like by now. We are moving to Arizona this week, at least me and the kids are. Trevor has one more quarter in the clinic but will be in Arizona like half of the time. The PODS come tomorrow and I feel pretty ready to go. I have been a little sad leaving Portland and trying to enjoy every minute we have left. I'm excited to see what the next chapter holds.

These crazy kids being little helpers.

We got together with some friends for a casual see ya later party. We will miss you guys.

Chase and his bud Canon. Ya nose picker you!

My Boy is 6 Months Old

My little Chase is 6 months old now and I wonder where the time has gone. He has changed so much in the last few weeks even. Here are some of his latest accomplishments:

• He is a sitter.
  
• He can roll and scoot anywhere he wants to go. No actual crawling yet.
• He got his first haircut. It doesn't look like he has much hair since its blonde but it was growing a little long over his ears so we buzzed the back.
  
• He has been teething like crazy but still no teeth.
• He loves baby food and rice cereal.
  
• He loves his sister. She can always make him laugh.
  
• He's pretty much the coolest kid ever! What a stud!

We got his pictures done this last week and I love them.

Nakee baby!

Oxbow Park

We went to Oxbow park yesterday, a 30 minute jaunt from our humble home. We had a lovely campfire dinner with our friends the Fullmers. It was in the perfect location with a little park right by our spot so we could keep an eye on the kids. A visitor showed up and tried to steal some of our dinner. So Madi fed her some bread and then she wouldn't leave. She kept calling it Bambi. It was basically my idea of camping, 3 hours of fun and then go home and shower. Haha!

The boys getting their grill on. We had a yummy campfire dutch oven dinner and smores.
So good! And bananas and apples with chocolate and marshmallow cooked inside.

Teaching moment....her first toasted marshmallow. Don't let his face fool you, he was enjoying this.

Thanks Tom and Rosie for the grub and the fun. We will have to do it again before we leave.

33 days and counting!!

Anderson Family Reunion

One reason we went to Utah was that my Dad's family was getting together in Park City for a mini reunion. I haven't seen some of my Dad's family in 10+ years so it was really fun to reconnect. I forgot how funny/crazy my family is, it was a lot of fun.

The Cousins

Eva and Grandpa Dave

Madi and Cade aka Sparkle

My Uncle Neil, one I hadn't seen in too long. He and
Trev are going to golf next time we are in California.

Grandpa Mark and Chaser, my Uncle Lane

My Grandma Vea and her kids, minus Kay, Sally, and Randy

Trip to Utah

We took a trip to Utah last week to visit lots of friends and family. We had a blast. Trevor went fishing a few times with the boys. Madi played with all of the cousins/friends there. We had a family reunion. Basically there was not enough time, is there ever? Did I mention we cut Madi's hair into a bob? I love it.

I got to see my BFF Shelley and her family.

Madi found a new boyfriend in her son Ryker. He is handsome.

We stayed at my Dad's house and he took us out four wheeling one day.

Trevor's parents happened to be in Utah that weekend too so we got to stay with them a few days too. Also one night we got to see Danny, Andrea, their new baby Lizzie, David and Delynn, Grandma Bonnie, Aunt Janice, and go to dinner. We didn't know this family would be there either so it was a nice surprise.

We had so much fun we are going back in about 5 weeks. We can't wait.

Bubba

Chase is growing up so fast. He is getting chubby alright. He is still my happy boy most of the time. Still sleeps through the night. He still melts my heart, he is such a little sweetie. He can almost sit up by himself, loves toys, loves people. He is a little flirt. He is a drool monster lately. I have to change his clothes at least once a day. He is growing out of his clothes like crazy, he is wearing 9-12 months now. He had his 4 month appt this week and the stats are in.

4.5 months
Weight 17.5 lbs 90th %
Height 25.5 inches 75th %
Head-65th %

Trip to Az

We had such a great time in Arizona visiting family and friends. A week wasn't enough time. First we spent a few days with the Heids playing games and swimming. Madi loved playing with her cousins, Casey and Sophie. All of the siblings were there since Ty and Ashley are living with the family right now. It was lots of fun!

My boys. Chase loved the water.

Grandma Tracy bought the girls matching outfits. So cute!

We had a bbq at my sister's house and all of my siblings were there. I can't believe 4 of my little brothers are taller than me. My sister Shana is about to pop with her fourth boy!

My sweet Grandma Wanda just had open heart surgery 3 week ago. She is doing great.

All of the cousins loved playing together.

This trip made us really excited to move back to Arizona in a few months.
We can't wait until school is over!