Woobly Man Stands

Ben's pulling up on everything that he can get his hands on. Walking can't be too far off which is terrifying..

Popsicles with the Garvey boys

Will enjoying a popsicle with buddies Hudson and Luke

The Americas Hit Yosemite

After being in the Bay area for many years, we just made and survived our first impromptu trip to Yosemite. Two bears, one rock fall, one forest fire and some beautiful hiking later we are stronger (from carrying the boys), more patient (maybe), and are pretty sure that infants and toddlers don't make the best neighbors at the campground

Barb's Tasty Granola

Mix together:
2/3c dark brown sugar
4T water
6T butter (melted)

Add in:
6c thick rolled oats
2c sliced raw almonds
6-8T dark brown sugar
Salt to taste

Spread on parchment lined, rimmed baking sheet. Bake at 250 for ~4+ hours until light golden brown. Keep an eye on it. Store in an airtight container.

If you need to re-crisp, put it back in the oven for an hour at 225.

How to Tire a 3yr Old

Make them do pushups! Neighbor Eric coaching Brendan and Will.

Dapper Dude

Jed and the boys at the Rob Harris Memorial 2009 Tournament. They always make a statement!

Me too

At 7mos. , Ben is ready to play with his brother's toys.

Who's that by the Garden?

Our neighborhood jackrabbit is back. He's been trying to figure out how to get into the garden. Luckily Jed's fence is keeping him out.

The Importance of Brushing

It's never too early to start.

Charlotte's Addictive Snack Bars for Kids of All Ages

This recipe came from our buddy Charlotte Hardwick. They are devoured everytime they are made.

Grease a 9 x 13 pan with coconut oil/canola oil

Mix the following in a bowl and set aside:

• 1 1/4 c rolled oats
• 1/2 c oatbran
• 1 1/2 c unsweetened crisp brown rice cereal
• 1/4 c flax seeds
• 1/4 c coconut
• 1/4 c sunflower seeds
• 1 tsp sea salt
  

Combine the following over low heat until it thickens

• 1 cup of brown rice syrup
• 1 tbl of vanilla
• 1/2 c peanut butter/almond butter
  

Pour over oat mixture, stir and spread in greased pan and cool to room temp

Add in your favorite flavors to the oat mixture:

• 1 cup of raisins or cranberries
• 1 cup of walnuts,peanuts, almonds
• 1 cup of chocolate chips
• 1/4 sesame seeds
• 1 cup of dried apricots
  

Our FAV is cranberries and choc chips

This base recipe is sugar free and wheat free. You can also leave out the coconut or peanut butter if you want.

Hanging with the Murphy Gang

Hard to believe that this was the best shot we could get, but it was. My good buddy Allison who lives in Dallas came over yesterday with her kiddos -- Catcher, Molly and Griffin -- who are all a little bit older a younger than ours. Good times... Wish they lived closer.

Bruiser

Ben's going to outweigh his brother soon. I came back from Vietnam and he was rolling over at will, sitting up, and clearly eating well!

Making Progress

We probably need to come up with a less expensive bribe than matchbox cars for potty training. Will wants to go about every 20 minutes now..

I Love Vietnam

The 10 day girl trip in Vietnam rocked. Hanoi, Halong Bay, Hue, Hoi An... couldn't have planned it any better. Thank you Jed!

Novice Gardeners

Since we're zoned for agriculture, we figured we needed to try our hand at a vegetable garden. Kevin and Wendy are helping us and will share in the bounty. We're learning slowly but the garden is making progress. Lettuce and radishes are in. Beans, peas, tomatoes, chard, leeks, watermelon, jalapenos, artichoke and squashes are growing.

Next up... flower beds

Little Horses

Will just informed us that he has a little horse in his throat.

Chili Rubbed Pork Tenderloin

This is a big seller at our house these days. Fast, easy and good.

3T olive oil + more for pan
3 garlic cloves, minced
1T chili powder
1lb pork tenderloin
1.5T sesame seeds
s&p

Preheat oven to 400. Combine oil, garlic & chili powder in a ziploc and add pork to coat. Sprinkle w/sesame seeds and press them into the meat. Brown in an oven proof skillet (2-3 mins per side). Transfer pan to oven for 17-18 mins. Let rest 5 mins and serve.

Bustery Day at Chrissy Field

Will had a blast watching the kite surfers but our stay was short lived due to flying sand.

Happy Day

Weekend in Bodega

Perfect weekend in Bodega with the Bells and Osborns. Six adults, seven kids... and no driving necessary ;-)

Man Time

Mushy men :-)

Weez and the Flamingo

Weezie is terrified of this 5' flamingo. Jed and Will run after her with it and last night Jed had it guarding her food. Poor Weez.

Summer's Here

Will's digging is new paddle pool from Auntie Courtdog

Don't You Wish

That you could see the look on his face. Will at Henry's Ark in Louisville when the camel surprised him popping out from around the corner.

Hard at Work

Will loves working with Jed in the yard. Dirt is his calling.

Getting Started

Ben started solids today. It was a rough start but ended well and messy.