New York - Our first trip sans Mailee!!!

Geoff and Erin were getting married in New York City so we took our first trip without Mailee to celebrate with them. Daddy had been away from Mailee before but it was the first time I had left Mailee overnight (4 days for that matter). We knew she was in good hands with Melody though so we truly enjoyed "partying" with our friends like the good old days.

Bowman Bay

Even though we had a long day at the fair on Saturday we couldn't waste another beautiful, sunny day (it is only a matter of time before we have days and days of gray). So, Sunday we spent the day at Bowman Bay near Deception Pass and couldn't believe that we hadn't been before! The views from our hike were just breathtaking!
It will certainly become one of our usual hikes now! Mailee just loves being outside and taking in the scenery.

Puyallup Fair

The day you turned 10 months old we headed 2 hours south for the annual Puyallup Fair. Mommy was quite excited, as she had fond memories of the event from her childhood when she grew up in Ft. Lewis, Washington. Daddy also enjoyed the fair in his youth too. It was a gorgeous sunny day, perfect for strolling around the exhibits and munching on the famous strawberry scones. We took a picture with the giant pumpkins, which seemed appropriate since you are our little pumpkin. You weren't big enough to go on the rides, but we enjoyed watching Austin and Jack have their fun and you were zonked out by the end of the day anyway. Maybe next year you can join them on the merry-go-round.

Labor Day with Scott

We were thrilled that Scott visited us from L.A. over the Labor Day weekend. Although VT lost their first game to Alabama, we enjoyed watching the game together, reminiscing about the good old days, hiking Washington Park and fishing. Mailee seemed to take a real liking to Scott too! We already miss him.

Check out Scott's catch vs. John's catch. HA!

Thank you Logan!

Mailee received an awesome package in the mail from Logan! Lots of clothes!! Not sure if she liked the box more than the clothes themselves, but mommy sure is grateful.
Thanks Logan. We love you!!

Walking Video

OK... here it is... it isn't the best, but most of you know that Mailee doesn't like to perform for the camera. :)