Monthly Archives: May 2010

An almost-ice-free Chena.

Chena River Breakup

Elisabeth and I had a chance to get down to the Chena River on one of its final icy days. It was a slow breakup this year because winter’s-end was unusually warm. She enjoyed seeing the few remaining pieces floating downstream.

Posing on the banks of the Chena.

The Chena River

Elisabeth spent a little time with Daddy not long ago at the boat launch near our home. I remember her being very proud that she knew we were at “the Chena River.” Also referred to as “Daddy’s River” because the kids have to cross it … Read More

Helpers in the yard.

Breaking the Ice

I just realized I hadn’t posted a number of pictures from the early Spring. Here Hannah and Stephen attempt to crush the last few pieces of ice in the yard. They felt this was a big help to daddy – who wasn’t planning to do … Read More

A typical day with Stephen.

I have glasses?

One day after church, Stephen asked if he could wear my glasses. He seemed to get a real kick out of bounding through the house with them on, and didn’t mind posing for a few pictures either. This series really shows our boy’s personality.

This is one talkative little girl.

Caught Mid-Sentence

Sarah likes to talk. She enjoys interacting, laughing and cooing more than almost anything, with the exception, perhaps, of eating. Here she is having a particularly animated discussion with Daddy.

Hint: her big sister is giving her a squeeze.

Only One Crying

We try to get a picture of the entire family once in a while. On this particular day, all but one of our children was ready to be photographed. It was just after church on a Sunday afternoon and she was hungry! Oh well…five out … Read More