For the second dance of the year, the theme was “Black and White” in hopes the kids would make an attempt at dressing more formally. Chloe went with white dress shirt, black skirt, stompy-boots and of course, a black tie. This is the “Before” shot. Here’s the “during” shot… …and pooped-out afterwards!
Our cold snap is coming to an end, much to the relief of the people out there who lost power. Ice storm last night and today we went out in a light drizzle to see if we could sled. Icicle nose! Setting up the tube… Introduction to ice on hills. This time, for sure! And […]
Here in the Pacific Northwest, especially in the lower elevations, snow is pretty rare. It also often turns to rain quickly and opportunities for sledding here in the Willamette Valley are few and far between. When it does snow, it tends to be pretty wet but during this cold snap it’s been very dry and […]
Hey Joe, whaddaya know? A long cold snap brought several inches of snow. Dry snow, like we never get! Let’s go sledding Dad! Another good run. And a victorious walk home.
When 13-yr-olds take their holiday gift cards shopping… These boots are made for… ? And below Chloe models her new baggie pants, stomp-y boots and T-shirt.
Time for some Vietnamese food at (yes, this is the name) Pho King Good. Back at home Chloe and Dad teach themselves how to make fresh bread from scratch. Yum! Chloe’s first visit to The Japanese Gardens. Followed by train sushi, a great way to snack. Snugglebunnies Here Chloe and I collaborate on a comic […]
Time for our traditional Pennsylvania Dutch New Year’s meal of Pork and Kraut! All home-made! I even made hot bacon dressing from scratch! Yes, it was delicious, and happy birthday to me!