4th of July

To celebrate the 4th we went to Rooster Rock State Park, it was a bit cold out, and then to Elias' grandparents where he met his Great Uncle Keith for the first time.

Conner's gift

Cousin Conner crocheted Elias a beautiful blanket.... he loves it.

All under 1 roof

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cherry harvest

Cherry harvest is one week of fruit after one year of my dads hard labor in the orchard. Its a time of hard work and celebration for our family. I was very sad to not be working this year :( I love being out there in the trees and Speaking Spanish and developing relationships with the same co-workers year after year.

Learning to swim

No crying except when he got splashed for the first time...
He soaked it all in and seemed to like the swimming.

Styling in my sunglasses and hat!

Today My friend Grace, from Virginia came to visit Portland. We got to try out Elias' sun wear. He wears them well!

Thanks Michelle

Thanks for the cloth diapers Michelle-
Im excited to meet you some day and for you to get a chance to change them!!!
Love,
Elias