Our first project in our new Garage was a pine wood derby car given to Dallin from his soon to be uncle Denovan. We made quick work of cutting, sanding, and painting the car since any project with a three year old has to be fast. We both love our new garage there are bound to be more father son projects to come. My woodworking skills are lacking but Dallin doesn't know the difference.

 

When we were looking for a new place to live Dallin put in his requests. His criteria included the following:
1. A Backyard
2. A Hose
3. A Garage.
So here is Dallin and Sierra enjoying their new yard and hose.

 

It was moving day for our family. Scott started his new job in San Francisco and movers came to take our stuff away. They packed everything one day and then loaded it all up the next. Dallin and Sierra watch as their beloved possessions are loaded on the truck.

 

Water, Water, Water!

 

I guess this is what we get for choosing to do our picnic at a park without any toys for the kids to play on.

 

The kids found some water and in no time were all completely drenched--- but definitely enjoying themselves!

 

Today we had a farewell BBQ with some friends before we move off to California next week. We will miss all of our good friends we have up here!!

 

Dallin reconstructing the human skeleton.

 

Dallin enjoyed the Pacific Science Center's tents dedicated to educating about the human body. Here he is inspecting a lung.

 

Sierra liked all of the ballerinas at one of the booths. She even got to try on a tutu and dance with them.

 

On Wednesday we went to Renton River Days. Here's Dallin and Sierra waiting their turn at one of the booths.

 

July 15, 2006 was Sierra's second Birthday. Here we see the bear cake that Melissa made her. Sierra is definately two, and yes they can be terrible but Sierra can also be equally terrific.

 

Dallin helps Sierra with her present.

 

Sierra plays with her Birthday presents. She got a new baby, stroller, and tea set. She also loved the cute clothes and fun books not seen here.

 

Sierra loves the pool!!!

 

Dallin enjoys his private swim lessons from his Dad. Great "big arms".

 

We have made good use of our apartment pool and the much appreciated warmer weather.

 

I had taken some of camping stuff out getting ready for Dallin and my fishing trip. Sierra decided my "mess kit" made a better tea set and had a little tea party for her animals. Her Birthday is next week and we have bought her own tea set so I can reclaim my camping gear for it's intended purposes.

 

Sierra enjoys a "pb & j" while we wait for the fire works show.

 

Dallin danced to the music of the "Brick House" band while we waited for it to get dark enough for the fire works show. The fire works are set off from a barge on Lake Washington.

 

Sierra enjoyed corn on the cob that Scott cooked on the Bar-b-que.

 

We spent the warmer part of the 4th playing at Newcastle beach park along lake Washington. The Kids enjoyed the water while Scott Bar-b-qued hamburgers and corn on the cob.

 

We wanted to make the most of 4th of July so our day started at 5:30 am.

 

Dallin and Scott got up early on the 4th of July for Bass fishing along Lake Washington. We didn't have any luck despite some tips from locals. It was priceless father and son bonding time nonetheless. The girls stayed home for some beauty sleep.

 

By next summer we hope Sierra will be able to work full time through her newly learned car washing skills.