Blackberries!

Growing up, I never realized that there were people who *intentionally* grew blackberries. In the PNW, they are an obnoxious weed that home owners fight to keep out of their backyards and grow wildly along roadsides and in parks. Now, I realize how lucky we are here to have easy access to blackberries-- for free! We "foraged" a few pounds of blackberries this morning at an elementary school nearby. They are DELICIOUS! The majority of our bounty has already been turned into jam and we can't stop snacking on the rest!

Wisdom of the day

"The trick is to enjoy life. Don't wish away your days, waiting for better ones ahead."
— Marjorie Pay Hinckley

We're baaaack...

My posts have been so few and far between for the past year, I don't think anyone really noticed, but I've had our blog set to totally private for the past few months. I'm ready for it to be available again, so here we are!

We've been busy, busy, busy and having lots of fun. I even just turned a year older... mixed feelings on that, but I was happy for a reason to celebrate with family!

Chloe's Baptism

Last Saturday, Chloe was baptized and confirmed a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. It was a wonderful day, surrounded by family. We are so proud of Chloe!

Coming Soon? An update?

Yeah, yeah, I'm behind. My blogging has seriously lacked for the past, oh, year. As it turns out, kiddo number three makes it a lot more difficult to get some of the "extras", like blogging, done.

So, hopefully you'll see some new posts soon. We had a wonderful Christmas and then two days later, Miss Piper turned one! January has flown by, full of swim lessons, birthday parties, preschool, and family fun.

Don't give up on me yet!

Christmas Morning

Santa came! I almost wonder if he wasn't really paying attention to how "naughty or nice" the kids had been this year... especially the naughty parts! All three kiddos got exactly what they asked Santa for. Chloe got a scooter, Cooper got a ladybug Pillow Pet, and Piper, well, she got a ride on giraffe that she didn't even know she wanted!

The adorable Baron kids!

Christmas Eve

We invited my parents to join us for our traditional Christmas Eve dinner of Swedish meatballs. It was delicious and the company was wonderful!

Fun Swedish holiday decor:

Yum! (Cooper was hiding under the table and Piper was just out of frame in her high chair!)