Family Vacation to Iron Springs

Jodi, Justin, Emmett, Ruby and Sherman traveled out to the Iron Springs Resort on the Coast of Washington just North of Ocean Shores. The weekened brought sunshine, tides, wind and fun for a family craving adventure.

The resort welcomed our dogs and provided a swimming pool for Emmett's enjoyment.

Emmett enjoyed the accomodations at Iron Springs Resort with his pal, Ruby.

Emmett's personality shines now and he thrills himself (and us) with life's simple pleasures. We celebrated Justin's 34th birthday with great meals on Friday and Saturday; Emmett's gift of sleeping from 7-7 both nights added to the good times.

Emmett's New Toy

Last night Jodi and Justin watched the Indiana/Gonzaga game in the first round of the NCAA tournament. The game went to IU decisively and not only did the Hoosiers walk away with a ticket to Saturday's game, but Emmett went home with a new toy!

Fellow PEPS parent friends, Mark and Katie, gracisouly lent out Kellen's toy now that he no longer uses it as he crawls and explores a new world on all fours. Emmett, however, carries a little extra weight and will probabaly take a little while longer to be strong enough to move on his own. The evening also marked the 10th anniversary when Jodi and Justin first met. My, my how time flies when you're having fun!

Tribute to Morgan

The body that was found down the street was in fact a black, male, no collar cat, but it wasn't Morgan! After going to the animal shelter and identifying the body, Jodi was relieved to learn it was not Morgan, but another cat with a beautiful coat and long, black whiskers. This leaves us with hope, but at the same time, lots of questions and no closure. Since it has been 3 weeks when he was last seen, we still want to pay tribute to him and his life. It helps us to move on.

Justin had him for 11 years, Jodi came into his life when he was a year old and we've been enjoying life with him ever since. Morgan was truly unique in his ability to convert dog lovers into cat lovers, his desire to follow the whole family on walks and his unforgettable laid back, social demeanor unlike any cat we know.

Thankfully, Emmett got to know Morgan and vice versa over the last 9 months. Emmett was in a Morgan trance anytime he entered the room, trying to figure out who this sweet, black creature could be and why the dogs always picked on him. This is the only photo or rememberance we have of Morgan, Emmett and Papa Ken as they hang out watching football one lazy Sunday afternoon.

We're grateful Morgan stuck with us and brought much joy throughout the last 11 years: living in 6 different houses around town, dealing with our loud 20-something parties, adjusting to parenthood and the frequent sounds of a newborn crying and overall, helping us completely settle into our city we call home. We hope that where ever you are, you're at peace. We miss you and love you so much.

Emmett Gets Down

Emmett struts his stuff around the house.

Emmett & His Posse

Emmett grows bigger, sits up, babbles, "Da Da" and learns that new teeth hurt when they come in. January introduced Emmett to daycare 3 days a week and daycare introduced Emmett to kid-cooties. He has many new friends, loves to socialize (hmmm...where does he get that from?), and jumps around in his new favorite toy - the 'Jumperoo.' We hope that you enjoy this little montage of Emmett and his people in 2006.