Visiting Friends

A couple weekends ago Patrick, Miles and I visited our wonderful friends, Miles' godparents, Tuan and Sara. We all had a blast catching up, laughing, and enjoying each others company. Patrick and Tuan golfed while Sara, Miles and I went to the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry and the mall.

Sara is about 16 weeks pregnant now and it was fun to talk about all things baby. It is hard for me to remember being 16 weeks pregnant. I kept telling myself 'this time last year...' And now I have this super chunk that laughs at the simplest things. Wow, now I can't help but think 'this time next year...' It's truly astonishing how quickly time goes by especially if I don't stop and really enjoy the moment I'm in. Visiting friends has always helped me do this. Patrick and I both agree that if we ever have to move farther away from our families that we would be okay because it might mean moving closer to Tuan and Sara.  

 They feel like an extension of our family.

Perhaps it is in God's plan for us all to live closer together someday.

Happiness is...

... baby goosebumps. They're so tiny!

... a clean shower.

... a morning walk.

... putting socks and slippers on cold feet.

... spending time with good friends.

... an agenda free day.

... hearing Miles' beautiful laugh.

... simplicity.

5 Months

Miles just started tasting his first spoonfuls of rice cereal this week and at first made funny faces because the texture is different than what he is used to, but now he really enjoys it. I'm afraid he'll gain too much weight since he's not crawling yet, to wear it off, so he only gets it once a day. Miles is such a good eater!

Laughing up a Storm

Go Miles Go!

Happiness is...

... a baby that grins from ear to ear and squeals at his momma saying 'hi' to him.

... a tidy home: clutter-free tables and countertops helps me breath easier.

... a baby's tight grip on my hand and a slobbery kiss on the cheek.

... the first evening walk of spring with the family.

... fresh air blowing through an open window.

... a self-soothing baby.

... seeing and being grateful for the goodness God has blessed us with.

... opening the blinds in the morning to let the daylight brighten the house.

... a healthy family.

"Delete" Pictures

Like I promised, here are the funny pictures of Miles that I should delete but decided to share instead. Sorry Miles, you may not be too happy about these when you are older :)