Amalia's 1st Christmas

Simply put: she is too much fun!

Trimming the Tree

One of life's simple pleasures... decorating the Christmas tree. It's always a sight to see after two little boys have hung ornaments (with much vigor and enthusiasm) and how the bottom third of the tree just sort of droops. Very sweet. Little Amalia found herself delighting in the commotion and sparkles.

2010 Tree Hunt

Spent a chilly morning this past Saturday at a tree farm in search for our Christmas tree. The best part was to hear Noah and Hudson say a half dozen times, "oh, oh this one, I like this one" (referring to the trees of course) and seeing them play chase up and down the rows of trees. We are relishing the fact that we live in a very evergreen region so there are lots of trees to choose from. Quite different from our Arizona upbringing!

Loving Life

These are just random photos taken over the last month that are much too precious not to share (just my unbiased opinion!).

Spokane Vacation

Ben got home from sea this past week from being on the HMJ submarine for almost 2 months. We were thankful to be able to get away for a few days and have some time just the 5 of us. The Fall colors of Spokane have been spectacular. Notice the little red dot (Amalia) sitting under the amazing yellow tree.

Halloween

The first picture is Noah dressed up with his teacher (also dressed up!). Grandpa Selph kindly filled in for Ben (who was still out to sea) this year carving the jack-o-lantern (I'm not a big fan of doing the carving myself!). Between the school party and trick or treating, we had about six different costumes floating around this year. All in all, a sweet Halloween.

The Pumpkin Patch

We're thankful to have dad and mom Selph here this week. We've been enjoying beautiful Washington Fall days.

9 Months Old

Our little lady continues to be such a bright spot in our days. Her noises, the way she eats, her interactions with the boys, and the way she loves to cuddle are all apart of the sweetness of these baby days. She is such a gift from God.

Little Boys

I love capturing the boys when they are totally in their world of make believe. I am savoring these days of having little boys. Noah has decided that he and Hudson are going to be pirates again this year for Halloween (fine by me, makes life easy!) so here they are practicing their whole get up- notice the lovely make-up job done by Noah.

Warm Fall Day

We've had a few days in the high 60's which have been so gorgeous and sunny. We are getting in our last days at the beach and playing at the park before the rain comes again.

Amalia Meets the Fall

Couldn't resist snapping away as Amalia is discovering leaves. She is fascinated with the crunchy sounds, the pokiness, and the taste of them! We are enjoying watching her these days, especially as a little pumpkin head.