Feeding the ducks

The one thing that Uncle Erik REALLY wanted to do with Etta was feed the ducks. So we went to the store and bought a 99 cent loaf of bread and headed over to the pond - in the snow. But the ducks were out and about and loved the little snack. Etta wasn't too sure about everything that was going on to start with, but it didn't take her long to warm up to the idea. We are hoping to go back in July when it is a bit warmer and Etta may be walking.

What are those?



I don't think so.



We're surrounded!



Maybe a little bread.



They're not so bad!

Travelin' Girl

I am going to have to go backwards a bit, but will try to do a few posts to get caught up. On Friday, March 27th we loaded up the car after school and hit the road.

Etta and the pups enjoyed watching Bob go in and out loading the car.



We spent the night in Coeur d'Alene and were able to start on the Interstate Saturday morning. Along the way we stopped at Missoula for lunch



and White Hall for an emergency diaper change.

11th Month Annibirthery

Yesterday Etta had her 11th month annibirthery. She was able to share the festivities with her Uncle Erik because it was his 240 month annibirthery. So no one has to do math...he turned 20. We were able to make it to Bozeman to celebrate at Buffalo Wild Wings for dinner. Before we left I had to get a rug shot though. It only took one try this month.

Pardon the outfit, we were busy packing. It was kind of like laundry day in college...



Uncle Erik, this is how you pick your nose.



I don't care if it's your birthday, quit touching me!



Seriously...



Nice balls



Momma and son. Still smiling after 20 years.

Watching Grandpa...

...lock her out. Grandpa Steve came down for dinner last night while Grandma Cathy is on a road trip with Aunt Molly. After we ate Etta and I took a walk with Steve and the dogs. When we got home I ever so innocently asked if Steve could install some child-proof locks on some of the kitchen cabinets. He graciously complied. While he was busy installing Etta watched intently. It was kind of like dinner theatre - only different. I figure that she was probably watching so that she will know how to break in!

Welcome to the world baby girl!

It is so amazing to watch Etta grow and learn. She is really starting to figure some things out now. Opening and closing doors and drawers are still one of her favorite things to do. But now she has discovered that after she pulls herself up there are certain places where she can look outside. Another one of her favorite things to do.

Dishes...again...

Mommy getting some help with dishes before church. It's so nice to have three little pre-washers.

It's fun to be 30!

Well, I don't know yet, but if last Friday was any indication then it is going to be a blast!

Etta and I kidnapped Christine and took her up to Steve and Cathy's for girlie lunch and a soak in the hot tub. It was a low key but super fun way to celebrate Christine's birth and praise God for what He has given us.

Now I can't wait for my birthday!