Life's Helmet: Spokane

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Thursday, May 21, 2015

Milkshakes In The Tub

You know you're at Grandma's when you

get to drink milkshakes in the bathtub

Wingmen

Brothers make the best wingmen

Lumberjack

Little Spokane River Nature Area

Monday, November 26, 2012

Once There Was A (White Trash) Snowman

When you promise your 2 year old that she can make a snowman at Grandma and Grandpa's house, you better do all that you can to make it happen. Even if that means driving to the top of a freezing cold mountain.

No carrot or top hat? No problem! A paper cup and licorice should do the trick. I think they call that adaptive parenting... ;-)

Milo got off easy and slept snugly in the warm car the entire time. Smart man...next time I'm sticking with him.

A Lot To Be Thankful For

You know your family is too big when you feel the need to eat Thanksgiving dinner at a church building. Amazing Food + Family Minute-To-Win-It = A Successful Holiday.

We have a lot to be thankful for over here. We feel that the best expression of our gratitude is to simply enjoy all that we've been blessed with. We may not have everything but we treasure all that we have. Here's to another year of simply "enjoying life!"

Orchardists In The Making

Ryan's mom comes from a family of apple farmers (orchardists) which means that every once in a while we get to take a trip to Manson, WA to help make homemade apple cider and donuts. This year Maeli got to take a walk through the apple orchard Co-op and hold apples the size of her head. We loved getting to be a part of the tradition while spending time with family!

Monday, May 21, 2012

Summertime In Spokane - Pt. 4

Since the weather was so great in Spokane we tried to spend as much time outside as possible. Between hikes, parks, and playing in the yard we did our best to make good use of our time. Some highlights of our time outside included planting flowers with Grandma, discovering (and holding) bugs in the yard, and playing with Grandma and Grandpa's dog, Bella. We're already missing the nice weather and can't wait to go back again next summer!

Summertime In Spokane - Pt. 3

One evening while Ryan and I snuck away for a date, Maeli and Grandma went to work making cookies. Grandma had a special apron and chef's hat for Maeli to wear while they baked. And based on the quality of their work, I would say they made a pretty good team!

Summertime In Spokane - Pt. 2

While in Manson we stopped one afternoon to pick some asparagus in a field. In the midst of hunting for the asparagus, Ryan grabbed a dandelion and showed Maeli how to blow off the seeds. From that point on, that girl was on a mission to blow the seeds off of every dandelion in that field. It was one of those perfect picturesque moments that will always be ingrained in my mind. I guess it's true that it's often the simple things in life that bring the most joy.

Summertime In Spokane - Pt. 1

This last week we went to Spokane to spend time with Ryan's family and enjoy Spokane's "perfect" summers. Soon after landing in Spokane we jumped in the car and drove 3 hours to Manson, WA where Ryan's mom grew up. That weekend was their annual Apple Blossom parade so we figured we would make a quick weekend trip so Maeli could enjoy her first parade. The weather was perfect and the parade was just short enough to keep Maeli's attention the entire time.

While in Manson we were able to bum a ride from Ryan's uncle who owns a helicopter. I've gotta admit, we had never ridden in a helicopter before and were pretty impressed by the unique perspective you get in comparison to an airplane. Maeli LOVED it and would cry every time the helicopter took off without us.

Thursday, June 30, 2011

Spokane Fun

We have had a ton of fun in Spokane! The weather has been perfect so we've made sure to make the most of our time by hitting up all of the best parks and outdoor activities for kids!

Riverfront Park

On Tuesday we spent the day celebrating Ryan's sister's birthday in Spokane's Riverfront Park. This park is huge and has all the makings of a great park - a river with ducks, a carousel, a giant Radio Flyer, and a small theme park! Let's just say that by the end of the day we were all exhausted!