Snow Part IV

Pretty soon I'm going to run out of roman numerals that I know if this snow doesn't stop! I had to update with the pictures above. I'm worried that by morning this poor BMW is going to be lost in the snow. Crazy huh?

Snow Part III

I think this is what they mean when they say you are snowed in. By the morning there was a good 6 inches or so more lining our front door.
This is what happens when you drive into the garage with a bike on top of your car and you knock the bottom piece off the door. This missing piece didn't pose too much of a problem until we had a blizzard!

Our lovely gingerbread house we made during the storm.

I think a small child might drown in the snow!

Happy Birthday to Me!

My mother-in-law made me this adorable quilt for my birthday. I absolutely love it!

Snow Continued

Check out how deep the snow is!

A common scene around the Seattle area.

Pulling the kids on a sled behind the 4-wheeler.

Snow Storm 2008

Snow if finally here! This was the best anniversary gift we could have received. This morning we went out on the 4 wheeler in the bitter cold. It was sooooo fun! I guess I was too crazy of a driver because Andrew rode on the back for about 10 seconds and then demanded I let him off.

Happy Holidays in Leavenworth

This weekend we went to Leavenworth with some friends. We had a blast! We stayed in a friend's cabin on Lake Wenatchee and then went to the Christmas Lighting Ceremony in Leavenworth. Note Santa's beard on his right side. The elastic of his beard was totally exposed. Hopefully the kids weren't very observant. Thanks Alex and Megan for inviting us to come along!

Some Random Pictures I Couldn't Pass Up

This is what happens when a crazy, old, drunk woman (bad combo) hits your parked car. The sad part is Andrew had to jump in front of her car to stop her....she didn't even realize she had hit our car!
Our garage that was once for cars, but is now for bikes, motorcycles, and 4 wheelers. Who knew this is what marriage would bring?

Our trip to Costco on the pavement. Andrew decided to balance everything on the side of his truck so he could take the leaning tower of groceries in the house all at once. This was the result (not good). 2 dozen eggs rolling around the parking lot.

The cutest little guy you have ever seen. His age directly reflects the time we have been married. He was born during our reception!

Does this one really need a caption? It speaks for itself.

Christmas Tree Time

This year we went and bought our Christmas tree from the cutest old man you have ever met in your whole life! He is 94 years old and he grows Christmas trees on his property. He sells them and gives 100% of the profit to Children's Hospital. He hobbles around with his cane and offers his help. He even gives you a kitty litter bag to kneel on while you cut your tree down. We found the perfect tree and have already set it up! Just an FYI....trees look much smaller in a field compared to when you get them in your house. Just ask my brother-in-law Sam if you don't believe me.

Thanksgiving

We had a great Thanksgiving. After finishing 28 parent teacher conferences, I was definitely ready for a break. We had Thanksgiving lunch with the Moultons and Thanksgiving dinner with the Porter clan. It was so nice to get to spend time with both families. Uncle Andrew brought his motorized mini bike (if that' s what you call it) and of course was the favorite amongst the nieces and nephews on both sides. That evening Andrew and I went and stayed the night at The Vintage Park Hotel in Seattle. We told them it was our anniversary (well, almost) and they upgraded our room. The next morning we woke up, got breakfast, and walked down to see the parade. After the parade we did a little shopping....that was definitely Andrew's favorite part!

Babysitting

A few weeks ago Andrew and I had Scott and Britney's kids over. The kids made a lovely rainbow cake that they were so proud of. Later in the day Andrew had the kids all to himself. He found Jack in the bathroom as seen in the picture above. Jack told Andrew, "your floor is so slippery in here." Andrew asked him why it was so slippery. Jack responded, "I don't know, it is just really slippery." Andrew didn't know what to do with him, so he put his pants in the dryer, made him wear wet underwear, and then put his pants back on him over the wet undies! While the pants were drying Jack decided to relax on the LoveSac, thus leaving a large wet spot on the over sized bean bag. I bet you won't be sitting on the LoveSac next time you are at our house!

Andrew's 25th Birthday

Andrew says he is having a quarter life crisis, I say he is still a baby! On Sunday we celebrated at my parent's house with a little BB gun shooting and the traditional sherbet pumpkin faces for dessert. The nieces and nephews also had their weekly dance party that happens every Sunday after dinner. On Andrew's actual birthday we went out on a date to The Old Country Buffet! As always, that was an experience as well as a stomach ache.

We're Back

After a vacation from blogging, we're public again and blogging away! We have a lot to catch up on....

*School started for both me and Andrew. I'm teaching 4th grade again and Andrew is at UW Bothell campus.

*We spent our last few weeks of summer camping and dirt biking. It was a blast!

*We bought a headboard for our bed. I'm so excited! I've wanted this bed from Pottery Barn for a long time, but I knew we couldn't afford to spend $1,200. I was searching on Craigslist and found the exact bed for sale. Andrew agreed to drive right to Federal Way and pick it up....what a good husband! He still doesn't understand why we need a "stand" for our bed, but I think it is a must!

*I went to the live show of So You Think You Can Dance at the Tacoma Dome. It was FAN-TASTIC! I really wish I could dance. I was surrounded by screaming 14 year old girls who said things like, "Neal is my life". I decided I don't know what I'm going to do when I have teenagers!

*We went to the Eastlake vs Redmond football game. Again I decided I am not going to allow my teenagers out of the house.

*I've decided I'm getting old. Every Friday we do inspection in my classroom. It's where the kids clean the room and when they're done I inspect. There are 10 treasure chest drawings on the line. For every thing out of place, messy desk, etc. I take a drawing. On Friday we were doing inspection and this little boy came up to me and said, "Mrs. Moulton, do you mind if I pimp your desk." I had no idea what he was talking about. I asked him, "What exactly does that mean?". He said, "You know, make the legs all shiny and pimp it out." Who would have thought that I would get to the point where I don't even understand 4th grade lingo!

Andrew Climbs Mt. Rainier

After finishing the Ragnar on Saturday, Andrew decided to climb Mt. Rainier with his friend Josh from high school. If you ask me, I think he's crazy!

The Torchlight Parade

We met up with our family last night at the Torchlight Parade in Seattle. I always enjoy a good parade. All of the kids were in near tears when the Pirates came down the route...Grant (top picture) wasn't so sure of the cannon either.

The Ragnar Relay

This weekend Andrew participated on a team of 12 on the Ragnar Relay. It's a race that goes from Blaine, Washington to the city of Langley. Andrew was responsible for running 3 legs of the race totalling 18 miles (mostly up hill). Very impressive if you ask me. Even more impressive (or stupid) he didn't train AT ALL. Everyone else on the team has been running and training for months. Andrew just decided to do the race cold turkey.

Wedding Video

For those of you who haven't seen our wedding video, here it is! Andrew's brother Bryce put it together for us. Thanks Bryce! We couldn't figure out how to convert the video, so the copy on YouTube isn't the best. Bryce is actually filming the video on his computer screen.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOLwjsGmjHc

I'm Adenoid Free

On Wednesday I had surgery to remove my adenoids. I knew it was a bad sign when I showed up at Overlake Hospital at 6:45am to find that everyone else who was in the pre-op section of the hospital was under the age of 10. I guess it isn't normal for an adult to have an adenoidechtamy. Needless to say they took the darn suckers out and if you ever want to experience a real sore throat, just go ahead and have a doctor cut your adenoids out. I think this is the best weight loss plan I've ever been on. It is so hard to swallow that eating just isn't worth it (shocking I know to hear me say that eating isn't worth it).

4th and 5th of July

Bryce's friend Tyler and Andrew at the Kirkland Parade
Emily's Mom (Marsha) and baby Charlie
Luke and Gracie
Jack-Jack on the swing
Luke, Gracie, Sophie, and Henry

This year we extended our 4th of July celebration to the 5th of July as well. We went to the Kirkland parade on the 4th and watched some of our nieces and nephews in the kiddie parade. We spent the rest of the day at Beaver Lake just relaxing and having a BBQ. That night we went to a fireworks show in Sammamish....they really outdid themselves this year! On the 5th we went back to Beaver Lake with the Moultons and Porters for a day of swimming, jumping on the trampoline, and canoeing. We had a great time!

What Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas

The Hoover Dam...try and ignore the sweat slicked bangs. It was so darn hot! We bought cold water at the gift shop and by the time we crossed the bridge the water was almost at boiling point...no kidding!
Andrew at Red Rocks
The things you'll do to get your children to smile for a picture!

The Las Vegas Temple
The Moulton Family at Todd and Heather's Wedding
Andrew, Emily and Grandma Moulton
Andrew, Emily, Shiloh, and Catherine at Larry and Sheila's House
Baby Phoebe

Andrew and I went to Las Vegas this weekend for his cousin Todd's wedding. We had a great time! It was so fun to spend time with the Moulton family. We had a great time swimming at Megan's house and just hanging out with everyone. This was my first trip to Vegas, and I learned a few things....

1. When you walk down the strip, don't look down.
2. Females cannot walk down the strip after 8pm without wearing very high heels, and as little clothing as possible.
3. Never look directly at the trucks going up and down the strip with advertisements on either side. Remember eyes up, no looking side to side or down.
4. Girls like to wear something I call "booty bags". These are very small dresses that just cover below the buttocks. They tighten around the thighs and poof around the buttocks. They sort of look like the top of a cupcake.
5. The slurpee looking machines on every corner that have delicious sounding flavors like green apple, watermelon, and mango are not your average 7-11 Slurpees.
6. When you park in a parking garage, it is important to remember the floor you parked on. Do you know how hot it can get when you are looking for your car for 30+ minutes in 110 degree weather? Not good.
7. When you can't remember where your car is once, learn from you mistake. It is never a good idea to repeat this mistake 3 or 4 times.
8. You can watch the TV show Cops live on the strip at any time of day.
9. The Freemont Experience is sure an experience. Talk about interesting.
10. Girls get delivered like pizzas....in under 20 minutes or your money back.