Crazy Love Gamble-Style

Yes, none of these go together, I'm just happy to be posting them, so there is that... Our wonderful neighbors took us out to Peitro's Pizza for a fun night of celebrating the girl's birthdays.  They were embracing that idea of spending time rather than gifts, I am so happy because this is the kind of thing we will all always remember.  We all had a great time!  They are the best neighbors ever.  Here are the Valentines themed cookies the girls and I made for Church.  These girls have style. So cute, all in red. Starbucks date with the bestie. Sassy, in this picture and in life. Our ballet teacher had a sub last week, but she didn't show up.  Ava happily said she would teach the class. I went on a nice family hike the other day, it was so fun!  Love hiking trails that are stroller friendly.  We did 4 miles which I'm sure would of been a bit much for our little shorty.  Love Linda Love her. Where ...

Ready for random?  Let's start here... Here's a little group shot from day trip we took to Kah-Nee-Ta to visit Linda, Kim & Abby.  The girls loved it there!!  This picture captures so many things for me; the sweet littleness of my girl, her brave, adventurous spirit, and how my family teams together in support of my kids every effort with love & outstretched arms. They are all such a blessing to me!!! It takes a village & I couldn't be more grateful for our little village! Thank you Kim for capturing this moment!  Ava swimming with her friend Sophia  We love Sophia!  Summer sleeping  Favorite friends. On Norah's half birthday, I took her to the store with me in the morning.  While we were out she mentioned how she was sure the house was going to be all decked out for her party (there is no party for her half birthday, we just like to pretend like everything we do that day is special) so I text ...

We had a busy weekend.  On Friday John, along with Matt, Erik, & Brian, had a great time at  Brew Fest  downtown, while the kiddos stayed over at Linda's and I went on an all night de-cluttering kick, cleaning the girls room, among other parts of the house.  I sure know how to live it up on my big night with the house all to myself!  But it's always such a good feeling to get it all back in order, love that!   We had to get up early, and after breakfast together, the boys (John, Matt, Erik & Greg) headed out to Washougal National motocross racing event, and I headed to Jessica's to help her move.   The truck she got was cracking me up, it was HUGE.  I think we could have had a dance party in there after all the stuff *magically* got in there.  By the way, hiring movers is BRILLIANT.   A big thank you to Linda for watching the kiddos and keeping them so well entertained all day!!  We worked, and di...

These are from last week, need to play lots of catch up!!   We had a fun day swimming over at Lauren's sister's house, the kids loved it! Such a great way to spend a hot day!!