Don't worry, he really didn't change that much.

Now I only need my skis!

Poe, Simon and myself met for a rendevous in my crib...(first and only time)

I am so flippin' happy!

I wish we could sleep like this every night...

Reading with my best friend Poe...

Coloring with daddy...

This will not become a regular event at the French house...

Hanging with my peeps at playgroup...

Little man on a big couch...

Digging ourselves out...

Apologies (yet again) for slacking on the beloved blog. I promise to make more of an effort...I also have selfish reasons for this, it takes forever to upload so many photos. If I stay current then I would have far less to upload. Anyway...the French family has been all about the snow lately. This past weekend we drove to the Mt. Hood area to take Bridger sledding for the first time. We went with some friends. We didn't have much of a plan, we just got in the car in search of a not too treacherous sledding hill. We found one about one hour away. Bridger and Scout started shivering as soon as we hit the winter air. So it was a quick trip. Actually, I think we took more time bundling the little man up then we spent sledding. This first photo shows a bit of the drive to the sledding destination.
Kyle and Bridger getting ready to go for their final run. You can definitely see the flushed cheeks and pink nose. Cold bub, but he loved it!











Here is the amazing Mount Hood as we drove away from the snow hill.












After the big sledding excursion we went to Timberline lodger for lunch. Scout and Bridger loved their over-priced mac and cheese.











This is a view from Timberline Lodge. It is amazing up there! Yet another reason you will not get my husband to leave the Pacific Northwest.










Timberline Lodge. Do you recognize the area around the outside? The movie "The Shining" was shot here, the outdoor scenes anyway.











The following morning Kyle and Casey got up at the crack of dawn for a snowshoeing excursion. Casey felt like her life wasn't so terrible for once.











Then to our surprise the snow followed us home! Portland rarely gets snow, certainly not to this extent. It started yesterday morning around 6:00am. The city shut down. Schools are still closed today! Kyle even stayed home from work yesterday!
Bridger was excited to put his newfound sledding skills to the test!






Our humble abode amongst the fluffy snow.













Kyle, Casey and Bridger sledding down the street.












Bridger and mama taking a turn.













Bridger and Matthew raging in the sled.













Bridger and his buddy Donna playing in the snow.












The French family loving the snow. It made our Minnesota home not seem quite as far away.
We survived our first Portland "snowstorm." Don't worry about us, all of your limbs are still attached and I don't think Bridger's growth has been stunted too much...Love to all!!
(Oh and Kyle was the hero of the block. He brought the shovel on wheels half-way across the country and used it on all the sidewalks and driveways. Thanks dad!)

Deck the Halls and All that...

Random photos of our little ham! His personality has really begun to shine. We are constantly laughing (even when we aren't supposed to, like when he puts orange slices in his hair).










Here we are at the "Kiddie Disco." We had a blast!


We went on a fancy schmancy date last night (Kyle's work Christmas party)! I wore torture heels and everything. Bridger hung out with his buddies across the street. He fell asleep successfully and didn't wake up during the trek back across the street. I believe he may just be perfect. So far the holiday season has been terrific!

November was gone in a flash!

My mother is such a slacker...so I am taking it upon myself to update this blog thing she started. November was a busy month, I feel as if it deserves some recognition. My mom has promised me that from here on out she will update my blog regularly. I love you and don't blame me I didn't pick her, she was just sort of assigned to me....

Matthew and I disassembling his mama's pantry.
Dad and I putting my crib together, I am a tremendous help.
Me and my gang: Ada, Scout and Matthew (oh and Nora is the big person, Ada's mom). I am taking the time to enjoy all of the banana bread and muffins, and it is so fun to poke them with my finger.
Me and my friend Annie (I just love her!), she is Matthew's mama.
Scout bein a goofball...
Ada, isn't she a cute girl? She can even pull off a face full of banana bread.
This is me, waiting for someone to push me. I will soon become impatient.
I will just sit here, until someone comes and entertains me.
Christmas shopping is such a pain, maybe I can make it more fun by flipping the catalogue upside-down...

Birthdays are so much better now....

happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you, happy birthday dear Grandma, happy birthday to you!!!

Happy Birthday Grandma Linda! Bridger made you a card today. The finger paint was delicious! We all wish we could be there to share your special day with you. We are there in spirit and love you very much. Do something to spoil yourself today!

Oooooo....spooky

Our Halloween was a mellow one. Poor guy was still recovering from his world travels. We actually made it to two houses, which is ok considering he couldn't eat the candy anyway. Due to the abbreviated Halloween experience there were few photo ops. Although the ones we managed to capture were pretty darn cute!

I believe the best part of yesterday would have to be Bridger's newfound growl. Every time Casey howls/speaks B growls. Needless to say, we think this is pretty awesome.

Bridger in full garb.
Matthew as a puppy.
Bridger at the ladies house, next door.
Fiesta anyone?
"What you lookin' at fool?"
"Forget the Trick-or-treating, let's climb the wall instead."

"We have no idea what this stuff is, but dang it sure gets us excited!"