It's been a while, and there is no earth-shattering news to share, but here is a quick update on us...

It's 8pm and Dave is still at work. When it rains, it pours - and it's been pouring this month for Dave. He had to replace his server at work, and it's acting up again. There are always staffing issues to deal with and I won't even go into that (my face turns an unflattering shade of red and steam whistles out of my ears). It's just been one thing after another, and I feel for him. Of course, it's all normal for this transition and he is handling it well.

Isaac wants an electric guitar - his guitar teacher showed him one today "made by Mexicans" (a direct quote) that is good quality and not too pricey, so he is determined to get it. He actually has the moolah, but he doesn't want to deplete his savings and is looking for odd jobs and babysitting gigs.

Taylor is learning about electricity and magnets in school, so he has taken apart about four of his toys and pulled out wires and batteries to build things. He dissected an Elmo doll last week to get the magnets out and traumatized Morgan with the remains. Taylor is also on a constant quest for black hair.

Parker must be experiencing a growth spurt because he is "starving" every hour. He is also our behavior police, constantly telling people if they are doing something inappropriate. "Morgan - stop smacking your gum. That's inappropriate."

Morgan got her ears pierced last week. Her logic was sound. "Sadie got her ears pierced and she is five, and I am six!" She was a trooper - not a tear - just elation over having pink jewels in her ears.

Dave and I are hoping to do another half-marathon this spring with Paige. We are looking at Tacoma, Eugene, and Wenatchee. We need to just make a decision and get ready for it.
Parker's baptism is this weekend - I have some family coming in for it, and he is so excited.

That's it. Love to hear everyone's news.
Adina