I first saw this insanely cute knit bear hat at H&M in Shanghai, but did not purchase it. I then experienced a major case of non-buyer’s remorse. So, you can imagine my delight upon finding the same sweet hat when we were doing some last minute Christmas shopping at home in Oregon! Isla has pretty...
Thoughts from February 21, 2014… One year ago today we learned we were pregnant. I remember so clearly the rush of emotions I experienced that morning. I lay awake in the dark, waiting for our alarm to ring, so that the day was officially starting and I could take the pregnancy test. There in the...
Spring is on its way! Sure, this past week has been dreary, drizzly, and downright cold, but on our walk last weekend we spotted some clear signs that warmer temperatures are just around the corner… The cherry tree in our backyard has started to bloom! The bees are out of hibernation and busy collecting pollen....
Our first Valentine’s Day with Isla was just perfect… a lovely walk, a yummy dinner, and lots of snuggles. We are SO very thankful for our little Valentine!
Winter did not wait around to be ushered in by the solstice, it marched right in to Shanghai on its own a few weeks ago. The temperatures have been dipping, and our house has been mighty nippy! Luckily, in addition to our new space heaters, Isla has lots of snuggly jammies and cozy blankets to...
