Hauula Hike for FHE

Our hiker baby is at it again. She just loves all the trees. She had so much fun it wore her out. We loved the shade as we hiked and the overlooks of the valleys and ocean. It even felt a little like fall because of the overcast and slight chill in the air. And the total time was: 1hr 30mins. Pretty good for a family of 3!

Treat or Trick

We grew a special Treat in our garden this year. We took it to our ward Fall Festival to show it off.

And check out the new Trick Lily learned. Complete with big finish smile. Grandma: this one's for you.

Lily of the Day - Month 4

Lily likes to play. She is "talking" to herself now. She enjoys going on walks and for car rides. She is starting to balance herself in sitting and standing positions. She can scoot herself on her back and roll from side to side.

Grandma Nancy Visit

We had fun doing some not-so-touristy things: surfing, hiking on the North Shore, Columbus Day at the beach, and touring Kualoa Ranch. We mostly enjoyed just hanging out with good company. Thanks for coming to visit grandma!

Family Pictures Revisited

We got our pictures back today, so here are the scans in greater resolution. See also original Family Pictures post.

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At the Beach

I always sing that song from Snoopy: "At the beach. At the beach. Dum dee dum da da da da dum dee dee. At the beach. At the beach ..." Anyways,

We went surfing as usual but more than our usual friends were there. We had a tent full of babies! Abby thought everyone was a toy and the other two alternated playing and sleeping. It's what babies do best. We big people all had fun catching a few waves.


"Mom, my sandals are so cool!"
-L

"Hey where did my mom go?
Oh I see her. She's getting ready to surf."
-A

Olomana Hike

Tyler and his friend from work, Brian Allen, did the Olomana hike on the windward side of Oahu. Janna and Lily waited at the beach park.

I am SUPERMOM!
After 2 years of living here, I finally made it to the bottom of the mending pile. Just look at that empty shelf:

Next up, the project pile. And this is only half of them.

and check out SUPERDAD!
He cleaned the kitchen and washed all the dishes after a big Sunday dinner.

Pool Party

We went to a party for Gina Theler (Happy Birthday!). All of our friends were there. We had fun hanging out with everyone. It was Abby and Lily's first time swimming. We had to take pictures of this!

Lily of the Day - Month 3

Lily is starting to smile and play. She loves her pacifier and her Dad. Cutie Pie. This month she learned to: keep the pacifier in her mouth, stand in her jumper, giggle and squeal, grab and eat her parrot, push her play piano keys, eat a bottle with formula in it, and smile for the camera. Smarty Pants!

Baby Stroller Relay

Lately we have been running on the track. That's right. One of us walks with the stroller while the other runs to catch up. Then we pass the baby baton and switch. The evenings are a great time when we can go together and it is not so hot outside!

We go frequently with our other friends that have new babies. Last night, Matt was walking alongside Leah (with Ben), Janna (with Lily), and Jenni (with Abby). It did look a bit like polygamy, but it was fun!

Janna's goal is 1 full mile, non-stop. It's slow progress, but she's getting there. Hopefully the exercise pays off.

Rock Band

Our friends Jon and Leah got the game Rock Band. Matt and Jenni came along. Three babies doing backup with the guys on guitars. We had a rockin' good time playing with our friends.

Family Pictures

Lily had her picture taken "professionally" for the first time. We got the whole family in on the act. She was very cooperative and cute. It was a fun family outing!

These are just the thumbnails off of the OlanMills web page. If you want the real thing, we have to order them.

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Aiea Loop Hike

We had a free morning so we explored a new-to-us part of our island. We hiked the Aiea loop and then went for the "sort-cut" through the brush. It was a fun family adventure.

Granny Sandi and Aunt Diane

We had visitors for 2 weeks plus (gotta love air travel). We had so much fun hanging out and seeing all the sights. What a fun vacation!