Valentines Day

For Valentines Day we headed over to our favorite coffee shop, The Hof, to open cards and have coffee.

Brayden loved all the cards. He needed his fork to open the first few.

Who knew how fun cards could be!

Grandpa and Grandma Roth sent some cool books.

We gave him what every little boy wants, a paintbrush! He loves them at the Children's Museum, so why not at home!

And a bunny! Do you think he likes it?

We got him a cell phone that records Scott's voice. That way B can hear his dad when he's gone!

After a fun coffee morning with Dad, he went to the airport, and we headed to Play Boutique. He met two cute babes, Lucy and Olivia there. Katie and Angie came to chaperon the date!

Seriously, how cute!!

Lots to love!!

Brayden wanted to show off to Lucy!

Yes, he's got standing skills and is a good shot! (The new pants that Grandma and Island Man gave him for Valentines Day help him stand. :) )

Dunk!!!

Teaching Lucy to drive!

She's a fast learner!

Seriously, how did he find a plastic chicken wing?

He takes after his dad!

So, we thought it would be fun to take the 3 kids inside a bounce house. We got it with it totally inflated. When we got out it looked not like a bounce house but a boxing ring!

Yes, it was a very romantic day for Brayden and his ladies.

Blazers!!!

We have been lucky to have been invited to another game with our friends Nick, Stephanie, and Gabby. Scott was gone, so Brayden and I cheered extra loud. We had such a good time with our friends, and loved the experience. Brayden at age 14 months has been to almost as many Blazer games as I have!

                       Despite the look Gabby is giving Brayden, the two are very cute together.

Gabby was so cute. She even got on camera for being a cute kid!

We couldn't believe what good seats we were given.

Brayden would have loved to watch more of the game, but he got distracted by a straw.

He loved the straw and the thunder sticks that the straw was meant for.

It was a really fun experience to share with the West family.

What Brayden Is Up To

Brayden has been very busy playing with Mom or Dad.  Scott has been traveling a lot, so he's been having a lot of mom time. Over the weekend I left Scott in charge for the first time as I spent time with some girlfriends. During this time of parental travel Brayden has gotten 4 new teeth, so a total of 8 now, and has been learning to 'voice his thoughts.' The problem with voicing thoughts is that without words it sounds like he's slammed his hand in the door, when in fact all he wants is a book. I have learned with his independence comes a higher wine consumption.

Below are a wide variety of pictures showcasing just a little of what he's up to.



                       He has free loaded long enough, time to start to teach him to do his laundry.

Reading is always more exciting without pants on.

At the Children's Museum he constructed a house, one that gives Scott an office.

This is his favorite spot, painting the waterfall.

Funny he likes it when scarves are on his head, but not when laundry is thrown on him.....

This keeps him busy.......

Oh the joy when The City of Portland turned on the bubblers again!!!

This is a rare photo

When Brayden got a hold of Millie's doll he acted very manly!

At the library during toddler time he decided to offer a helping hand.

Puzzles at the library can be so puzzling......

Lunch at Red Robin with Kelsey is soooooo much fun!

Th balloon from the restaurant was hours of fun!

At playgroup he was the only boy. He too wanted to look pretty.

Hmmmmmmmm, reminds me of someone.....

Art class is finally over. I think the look on his face shows his true feelings.

Smile....okay, look like your having fun......just stand there then.

Everyone loved him at the piercing/tattoo place. The stroller didn't allow us to blend in well.

He loves to brush his teeth. You always need to be fresh andready for the ladies.

No child was hurt during this picture. Shayne just wanted to share band aids with B.

When we met up with Ellary and family we found it easier to just toss the food in the middle for a free for all.

You might wonder how I felt leaving Brayden with Scott for a weekend. This picture sums it up well.