Getting ready for bed

The boy's look so cute in their winter pajamas. It's hard to believe that the Summer is over. I kind of like the fall. However, I am not looking forward to the COLD mornings. Thank goodness Phillip bought me a self starter for the Tahoe (2 years ago, I finally got it installed last Dec).

Cabelas

We visited Phillip's favorite store last week. Tristan just had to try on his daddy's new backback. In nine years Tristan will be joining his dad and uncles on opening day.

A few updates

Boys will be boys. So much for wearing a hat. At least it was a brand new pair of underwear.

Last weekend we went to Alyson and Paul's wedding. It was so much fun. Kind of like a high school reunion. We are so happy for the love birds. What a beautiful wedding. Here's to Mr. and Mrs. Spaulding.

Happy Birthday Poppa Phill.

Grow!!!!

We are almost done with the front yard. This past week we had it hydro seeded Now all we have to do is wait for the grass to grow. Phillip and Mike have put a lot of time into it. Thank you!!!

So cute

Canyon had me put Tristan's sunglasses on him this morning. I got out the camera and he gave me a huge smile. He is so cute. I love the little guy (and his brother too) so much.

Puyallup Fair 2008

Today (probably the busiest and hottest day) we took the boys to the fair. Phillip pumped Tristan up all week to participate in the Mutton Bustin competition. An hour after waiting in line, he decided not to do it. Maybe next year.

Tristan's first day of pre-school

Tristan started school last week. I forgot my camera. So, I called Heather (daycare) to the rescue. I had her take this picture. Thank you Heather!!!!!!

Stickers

Grandma Jan gave Tristan a stack of stickers this past weekend. Instead of putting them in a book, he decided to put them on his body. So much for tatoos.

Stage 2 - Dirt

Here comes the dirt, next comes the grass.

Birthday Cake

Here are a few pictures from Phillip's birthday dinner.

Happy Birthday Daddy

Today is daddy's 35th birthday. We love you very much and hope that you have a wonderful day.
Pictures to follow.
Love,
Tristan and Canyon

Happy Labor Day - Hawaiian Style

Nothing like a pig roast to end our Summer fun.
The family got together (again) and celebrated a few occasions. Julie and Scott drove up from Oregon. We sure do miss you guys. Please keep in touch.

Thank you Cousin Mike for having us all over.

The Ringrose's

Cougs 2008

Even though the Cougs did not win today, we had a great time over at Chris and Larissa's. Their baby is getting so big. It's hard to believe that Ella is 6 months old.

If you were wondering, yes I have a black eye. I got it from Tristan.

Growing up too fast

Tristan made eggs the other morning for breakfast and Canyon decided that it's time he joins us at the kitchen table.

Happy Birthday Papa John

More from the reunion

1. Aunt Kathy and Cousin Darci
2. Pat and Gail
3. Tristan, Madalyn, and Gavin

A few updates....

Where did our so called Summer go? It's been 2 weeks (or longer) since my last post.

Above you will find a few pictures from Tristan's birthday, our Tom Petty trip with the Ringrose's, and some pictures from last week's family reunion.

Take care,

Melinda and family

What a mess...

Any loving every minute of it.

Happy Birthday Tristan James Ringrose

It's hard to believe that it's been 3 years (Aug 7th 2005) since Tristan was born. Phillip and I took him to Toys R Us this evening to pick out his birthday gift. This is what he picked out.

More pictures to come.

A way to save money

Tristan was so dirty this afternoon, I put him in the utility sink to wash up. Canyon ended up joining him. They had a blast. What a way to take a bath and so save some water.

Yard work

Gavin and Tristan love to help in the yard. I hope that their desire continues when they get older.

Picture in rocking chair

Here is another picture of Tristan and Canyon sitting in their rocking chair.

Uncle Jimmy and Canyon