The Character we call K

Things I wished I had captured

This blog post will be without photos, as the camera has ended up out of reach for these moments, I wanted to capture.

First up, was the boys, blissfully making their way down the road to Gram's in underwear and sheets, that I overheard were meant to be Toga's. I admit to being bewildered at the fact that they even knew what a Toga was!

And then there was the moment when the boys skillfully guided Puck and I home as we moved a desk up the road using a skateboard and a scooter. At this point, Kin was naked and using the desk to shield himself from passers by. I wondered, for brief moments, what the neighbors must be thinking. I do hope they stop by and ask about our crazy antics, or at the least join in the fun of running naked in the streets while moving furniture with children's toys.

Oh and last night, when Kin announced we were going surfing. We took his board and headed to the ocean. The brave little surfer made his way "far out," where he stood on the board (perfect form) and then dove in to the ocean. He was elated! And moments later shivering cold .. not too cold to give it one more shot. He considers himself a "good surfer." Ohhh, the bliss of summer adventures!

PARTY TIME

The infamous Fergus and Effie ( along with the equally exciting Craig and Gillian) kicked the party weekend off, when they arrived Friday night. From there on, it was nothing but fun, laughter, running .. oh yes and screaming (apparently the ghost of Irene moved in for the weekend as well).


On Saturday more good friend arrived and the joy continued. There were rescues to be made, cake to be eaten, games to be played and an endless number of movies to be both created and viewed. I will admit my stomach muscles ache from the sweet sweet laughter.








And after escorting Fergus and Effie out of town with a visit to the Toys R Us .. the boys finally slowed down.

Mitch turned SEVEN!

The day finally arrived after much anticipation. Mitchel was thrilled, excited and itching for presents all day long, The top runner, his new FLIP camera.



The rest of the day was full of video making, tree climbing and lots of loving.

Ninja Boys

You know you are in the right place, when this kind of behavior, is not only welcome but encouraged ! ! ! ! !

Lions and Tigers and Porcupines OH MY!

On Sunday we ventured, to the waterfront in downtown Portland, where we discovered, there was a Carnival, complete with wild animals, rides and causeway games. The boys were jump up and down excited.

We started with a trip to see the Exotic animals.





Bumper cars were up next, Mitch was tall enough to drive and Kin just tall enough to be a passenger. Unfortunately, the angle the ride attendant viewed Kin at for the Ferris Wheel, was a little short, and she would not let me ride. He handled himself brilliantly and took many a photo of dad and brother.




We hit the causeway, where the boys raked in the prizes .. eventually I became the pack mule for all ...

Life REALLY is Good

Once in Vancouver, Washington the fun took off! We were greeted at the hotel entrance by Fergus (who had been patiently waiting for us). The boys quickly vanished in to the hotel, exploring, running, shooting, chasing ... And when they weren't moving at the speed of light, they were crowded around a screen, TOGETHER.




There was pool fun to be had by all. Daddy invented the infamous Pool Noodle Hat. (perhaps inspired by the jube jube brain melding hat).




We danced, to Amy Steinberg's music! Which was awesome! There were plenty of glo sticks to go around, as can be seen by the lovely Effie Model here.



There was tons of time for cuddles, conquests and curiosity!





Fabulous speakers and fantastic footwear!




And there were intense moments combined with creative pursuits.