Snow Day

It snowed pretty good today. At our home we got about 3-4 inches. My parents live just up the hill from us, about one mile away. They had about 6-7 inches. So, this morning Ron decided we needed fire wood so he headed up the hill with us so we could visit family while he cut. Well, I didn't think we would make it and I let him know that a half dozen times. He says I'm over cautious so up we went. Long story short, I was right. As we were sliding backwards in his car half way up the hill, he yelled for everyone to get out, so we did and we walked up the hill, all but Ron and the dog. I saw the car drifting back and into the bank. Fun experience, everything turned out all right in the end.

Fun Pictures

This last weekend we went up in the mountains to find our Christmas tree. Ron found and cut this one. The trip was quite eventful. Unfortunately, there was no snow, but still a success.

Michael was thrilled being a princess with Paige and dancing up a storm.

Newest Member of the Family

YOU GUESSED IT! A DOG!

Funny story. Ron went to the doctor for a regular new patient check up and came back with a dog. He said the doctor said she had 5 German Shepherd puppies and was giving them away for free. He couldn't resist. The dog's name is Ender. The kids are pretty excited about it and for an eight week old puppy he's pretty good, except he keeps pooing on our concrete walk way. That's got to stop!

Of course, there always has to be competition.

Ben's Last Soccer Game

Well, Ron and I coached Ben's 1st grade soccer team this year. It went real well. We won 6 out of 8 games. We lost the first two because the kids weren't sure what they were doing yet. After that, they figured things out and won all of the rest of the games. They were a fun bunch of kids.

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

So, this Halloween we had a race car driver, a care bear, and a frog.

This year we went trunk or treating at the church as usual. At first Paige wasn't too sure. Then, after like one minute she figured out the name of the game and she was off. She must have hit each trunk 20 times. I felt bad because people started turning her away (I don't blame them), but I had Michael and was having a hard time keeping up to stop her mooching. It got so bad she started taking candy out of other peoples bags and turning away things she didn't want like pencil's and what not. What a kid, she sure keeps me on my toes.

Michael remained confused about the hole ordeal and wouldn't say a word, but I think he rather liked getting candy for nothing.

Michael At Play

Michael's learning quickly to be like the other two. Although, he's still nice to me.

After a hard days play

Catching Up With the Sperry's

Happy birthday Benjamin(6) and Michael(2)
Sep 1 Sep 4

Pinata time!!!

Paige at bat. Boy she sure got in to it.

Ben's turn.

Ben's first day of school as a first grader.

When asked, afterward, if he liked school he said, " Yes, they have lots of recess!".
Two weeks in, he's not as excited and now thinks school is too long.

It's a little early for that talk!

Paige Completely Tuckered Out

I don't think I've ever been that tired!!!

Just had to share.

Michael's First Tree Climbing

Michael climbs higher than expected, you may have to enlarge the photo to see him.

There he is. Unfortunately, I couldn't take any more pictures because he fell out right after this picture was taken. He was so excited to be in the leaves, he started picking them and forgot to hold on. Poor little guy. He was fine after a couple of hugs. I still felt bad that I couldn't catch him in time.

New House

OUR NEW HOUSE

LIVING ROOM

DINING ROOM

KITCHEN

BEN, PAIGE, AND MICHAEL ON OUR PLAY SET

Packing Up

I've been doing some progressive packing to keep me busy while Ron is gone most of the time studying for the BAR. To show everyone how helpful the kids are, well, here you go.

Our Big Fat 4th of July

We went down to the 'burg for the 4th of July and hung out with both sets of grandparents. We spent the 4th with Grandpa and Grandma Gibby and the 5th at Grandpa and Grandma Sperry's house swimming. The kids loved both events and had tons of fun. Paige is a fireworks bug, or maybe just a fire bug. Michael wasn't sure what to think since he cried while fireworks were going off and laughed when they finished. And Benjamin, well let's just say "Daddy! Light the big one! light the big one.......BOOM!! YEAH!!!"

Michael wasn't sure what to think so as usual, he looked to mommy for an answer and support. Mommy loves this though Michael is her little man.

Paige as usual attempts to show the exploding gun powder and magnesium who the real boss is and who holds the title of FIRECRACKER

Not one to let an issue rest, Paige kicks her nemesis while its down.

Benjamin poses for the camera with his giant sparkler.

Benjamin in the middle of the fireworks frenzy probably getting ready to light "The Big One" while his cousin Caleb looks for some fresh air and Paige stares down another "wimpy and sissy firework"

Summer is Finally Here!

Hey everyone, Salem finally saw some summer weather. It was 97 degrees today, and the kids enjoyed the new slip 'n' slide we got at a garage sale.

Paige takes a spin on the slip 'n' slide


Michael isn't so sure this is a good idea


Benjamin shows his game face

Snake Charmers and Loose Teeth

Here is Benjamin holding one of his new found friends. It tried to bite him several times in the face but couldn't open its mouth wide enough. Ben thought it was pretty fun. Watch out mother nature, Ben and Paige are on your trail!

Benjamin also lost his first tooth last week the old fashioned way. HeeHee. Dad thought it was fun anyways. For $3, Dad thinks he got his money's worth.

Graduation! Finally!

On May 11, 2008 Ron finally graduated from Law school! Whew. Michael wasn't that impressed. He kept trying to take daddy's hat off. Daddy was all for it since the only thing missing from his costume was the clown nose.

Introducing Our Ron and DeLynne Family

Ron The Third

Active husband and Father
Recent graduate of Willamette University College of Law 2008
Sitting in the Oregon BAR Examination July 29-30, 2008
Recent Associate offer to begin August 2008
Extremely motivated and energized to begin a REAL life


DeLynne

Moderately exhausted wife and mother of three
Faithful companion to a law school graduate
CAN'T WAIT FOR THE BAR TO BE OVER
REAL life sounds real good right about now
Dirty diapers, soccer, and t-ball, need I say more


Benjamin

Recent Kindergarten graduate
Wants to be a "First Grade Kid"
Lost one tooth, number two is on its way out
As of June 18, 2008 he can ride a bike without training wheels
Interests include riding a bike, Star Wars(especially Lego's), socializing, doing and saying everything Dad does


Paige

Recently learned to swim on her back
Wins an award for the loudest pitched scream on earth and for the longest duration
Now, at three years, no longer requires jeans with elastic waist bands
Interests include much teasing of anyone in her vicinity, outdoors, and riding a tricycle


Michael

Recently went swimming for the first time
Still working on the whole speaking issue
Wants to be the baby forever
Greatest love besides mom is any burp rag with a tag
Interests include hoarding as many burp rags as he can fit into his arms, cookies, snacks, playing outside, and crawling into small spaces