Swimming Lessons and Build a Bear

Before we moved, we had a garage sale and let the kids keep their money from their toys. Cora went to Build a Bear and made her dream animal. Ila bought some more things for her Precious Places set and Jonas picked Legos. It was totally worth it, because we got rid of way more than we bought.

Last Day of Swim lessons. They loved swim lessons and I wish we could of stayed for round two because they were finally getting over their water fears.

Flag Day?

Here is a picture of Will's Flag ceremony.  He sure loves his flag!  The funny thing is that the kids actually participate.  I wonder how long this will last.

A Fantastic Haloween

Friday night, Will and I got a sitter and took off to a couples Halloween party. We went dressed as a Nurse and a H1N1 patient. We went on a challenging scavenger hunt through our local city grave yard, and all all over the place. Every stop had more clues and more challenges. We thought it was a really creative and had a ton fun with the other couple on our team.

We got up early on Halloween and witnessed an amazing race! Will's Fire Department entered in the Tualatin Pumpkin Regatta where he paddled a 1000 pound, hollowed out pumpkin. It was really amazing to see pumpkins that big. The kids loved all the booths, the therapy Lama, and mostly watching their dad floating around in a giant pumpkin.

Then we went trick or treating around our neighborhood. It was 56 degrees and my warmest Halloween in a long time. Our neighborhood was jam packed. I have never seen so many people out trick or treating. We took the kids trick or treating to a grave yard and Will took Cora and Jonas through someones Spook Alley. I love a having a neighborhood so full of Halloween Spirit. It made it so fun. We had a great Halloween this year and cannot wait till next year.

The brooms are ready...

...anyone want to go for a ride! No tricks. All witches treats.

Beware!

Banshees are screaching and ghouls are haunting!

Happy Halloween!

Reading to Grandpa

We drove out to Utah last week and I am mad I didnt take any more pictures then this. I will have to get some from my sister and add to this post later. However, I did get this priceless picture of Cora reading to Grandpa. Notice the title of the Book. Cora read about 2 stories and Grandpa was already asleep.

Seaside

We drove out to the coast and Tillamook Cheese Factory at the begining of the month. It was a much needed outing. I have to say, I am loving living close to the Ocean. The kids entertained themselves on the sand and I got to have some relax time with Will. It is always nice to enjoy some fresh ocean air. Ila and I found a sand dollar, the rat gulls got into our food, and we had some cheap Mexican food for dinner. It was a great day.

PS You can tell Cora was done taking that picture. She is definitely getting older.

The Best Vacation EVER!

OUR ADVENTURE TO CRESCENT CITY

What is the best vacation ever? Our vacation to the Redwoods and Crescent city. We stayed 4 nights in the KOA and loved it. We saw huge trees, did lots of hiking, played on the beach, discovered sea life in the tide pools, got close up to harbor seals and sea lions, visited my first lighthouse, drove through a giant tree, met a 1500 year old tree, played cards, had lots of s'mores, lots of bonding, and lots of Capri Suns. We loved this trip and think we need to camp more often. The best parts...we gathered free firewood on the beach, told ghost stories, did crafts, took a nap in our tents, ate yummy camp food, and just got away from it all. No computeres, no cell phones, nobody but us. This was great!

Sorry, I have been so slow. No excuses really, just lazy and enjoying my summer. We miss you all more then we thought and love to hear from everyone.

Love The Goodrich Family