Monthly Archives: November 2006

The snow started midday on Sunday. It was quite impressive falling down. At first I was sceptical. By early evening, we decided to not trial the roads and skipped Home Group. Most of the roads were clear on Monday. We … Continue reading →

Every 2 years, Bethany celebrates Advent for families.  This is the first time we’ve had a kid old enough to make it worth attending.  We were fed Pizza Hut pizza for dinner.  Sara found her good friend Asha and they … Continue reading →

Yes the name is silly, but the box is simple and most importantly FUN! Last week I was waiting in line at Fred Meyer at 5am, around 6:30 they gave out 29 tickets, and I was 35 , so we … Continue reading →

It’s nice having a grandmother. Wayne was going stir crazy. Event he Wii wasn’t decreasing his cabin fever. Luckily, my Mom was willing to look after both girls. Laura got her first trial with a bottle while we were gone. … Continue reading →

We have a lot to be thankful for this year. Bountiful rain (we are about to have the most rain in recorded history), a new daughter, and friends and family. As Sara is getting used to her new sibling (the … Continue reading →

Laura is almost 2 wks old. She’s maintained her ruddy complexion. Olive Italian skin like Mom and Grandpa?

Yulefest at the Nordic Heritage Museum has been a tradition for us Wootens for about 3 years running. It means our little Ballard thoroughfare becomes a traffic snarl. Wayne doesn’t like navigating the crowded halls of the museum with a … Continue reading →

Sara’s true birthday was today. We had the party over a month ago. It’s a little confusing for our now 3yo. She has taken it all with aplomb, enjoying the bounty. Today, we celebrated in a low key way. She … Continue reading →

It’s an unusual time. Laura is quiet and looking around her crib without crying or being held (already a difference from Sara). Her eyes are whirling to and fro in that uncontrolled manner of the newborn. Sara, Mom, and Wayne … Continue reading →

Today was our induction date. This was an elective induction. It’s reasons were my continued hip pain that had me using my cane and limiting my activity. It was also designed to produce a slightly smaller baby that would make … Continue reading →