The Overnight Hike

John and Branden went on their first "guys only" overnight hike. Other than the mosquitos they had a blast.

Branden Trekking Poles

Here is Branden with his Brand new Trekking poles getting ready for his first Hike with Daddy and Grandpa on Tuesday

Lake of the Woods

John trying to make a snow angel.

I'm soo busted! I was trying to throw a snowball just before John turned around to take my picture. Luckily I think fast and dropped the incriminating evidence..but I couldn't get rid of the "I'm up to no good" look on my face.

John and Buddha, at the beach. Me and mini me--tee hee! This was a fun day! 

Here are some actual pictures of the Brandude and his Mommy at the Portland Zoo.  

Is that buddha on his mommy? Oh, wait...no, that's just a stone hippo at the Portland Zoo :)

Last night had to say good bye to a dear friend. He's on to bigger and better things. Just a restaurant full of people who will really miss him! Jon H, future flight attendant-world traveler to be! Watch out for the dirty old ladies, and drop us a line every so often!  

Birthday hats yay! Doesn't daddy look thrilled?!! Thomas the train rocks! 

Here is the birthday boy! Notice the wild present debris in the background. Yep, he's three alright! 

Here is the infamous purple cake with green and circles. Branden loved it! 

Day at the Park

We had a greay day at the park today! Branden is getting soo big!