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Windy Winema

We welcomed 2012 from our favorite place in the world, perched in a cozy cabin overlooking Winema Beach, on the Oregon Coast. For four days we experienced that full-body floppiness that can only come from completely letting go and relaxing.  We turned off our overworking minds and pushed our to-do lists aside, so that we...

Cookie Baking Night with the McD’s and Momos

I’m sitting in our chilly Shanghai apartment, but my heart is warm as I look through photos from the past few weeks and reflect on our wonderful Christmas holiday. We had a fabulous time at home in Oregon with our families and friends! We kept on our toes, as nearly every day was jam-packed with...

I-sit and Nenni Arrive Home in Portland

When Morgan first saw us walking towards her at the airport, she squealed excitedly, “I-sit! Nenni!” She instantly recognized us from our frequent Skype chats- talk about heart-melting! She ran towards us, with arms outstretched, and I scooped her up and gave her a big hug. As she pulled back, a startled look came over...

Heeeeey Yoooooou Guys!!! Exploring Astoria

Rolling back a few months and posting some photos from our trip to Astoria, Oregon this summer. Our friend Helene graciously offered us her peaceful river-front condo in Hammond for the weekend, and we had the best time there!  Thank you, Helene!  What a wonderful, tranquil retreat you have.  We were at the coast to...

Safa and the Lion

Safa has discovered a new favorite napping spot…     While he still prefers the laundry basket, I’ve found Safa nestling into the fuzzy mane of my old giant stuffed lion toy a few times… pretty cute!