Strawberry Shortcake

The best thing about Oregon are the U-pick strawberry fields and the shortcake stands. YUM!

Better Late than Never...right?

It is so fun to experience things again with a little child and see the joy in their eyes. After a few days of strep throat Max was back to his old self and we had a wonderful time visiting Grammy and Bampa in Idaho for the Fourth of July. A lot of food, boat rides, popcicles, duck duck goose, and throwing rocks in the river. Max turned two while we were home and celebrated with s'mores, buses, and all of his wonderful Aunties, Uncles, and cousins. He adores Jakey, Gaucho, Ben, and Ty. We love you guys! We are thankful for such a loving family.

Cheese

It has been awhile, but I lost my camera battery charger.
I just wanted post a few fun pictures of our exciting summer.
John took all of these pictures this weekend on our Roseburg trip. It was fun for Max to see his Sperry Cousins and celebrate Great-Grandpa Sperry's birthday. More to come!
P.S. I guess I haven't even posted that we are expecting another baby boy in November. SURPRISE! Here is my big belly to prove it! It is fun to be pregnant along with my Sister in law DeLynne.

Happy Mother's Day Mom!

This is a long standing Coats family mother's day joke! Thanks for always coming to the rescue Mom!

Spring has Sprung!

For Kris' Spring Break we got to go and visit Grandma and Grandpa Sperry
Max was absolutely thrilled to spend the day outside digging holes and fixing the car with grandpa.

We went to one of my favorite places... Yep the Tillamook Cheese Factory!
Best cheese and ice cream around!

We went to a WW 2 Air Museum where they stored blimps during the war.

Kris loved it!He was giddy about the place.

We went to the beach and flew kites and found sand dollars. It was a really fun day.

I wish you could have come with us!

So lucky to have boys!

(picture courtesy of Sharon)

Max had a little get together with his buddies for St. Patrick's Day. We had a new family move in to our area recently and they really fit in because she has 3 boys. (not pictured Michael who was asleep in his car seat, Wyatt, and two little baby boys who are due this summer.)

Wow, that's a lot of boys!

Grammy bonding time

Dear Gram C and Meganzl,
I am so glad you came to visit. Thank you for playing in the dirt, reading stories, riding the horsies, going to the library with me. You are the best. I love you so much.
Love,
Max

Happy Birthday My Love

I am so happy that Kris was born!
He is ambitious, kind, and he has a testimony. What else can a girl ask for?

Loving Stuff

I loved February because I was surrounded by lots of people that I love.
We went to a Michael and Regina's Stake Valentine Dance.
Man, can my sweetie cut a rug! I felt loved.

Jen and Jenson came to visit and we took the boys to the coast.
Max loves Jenson even though his face doesn't show it.

I love my baby Max.
I guess moms out there know what I mean, but I can't even explain how much I love this little guy. It makes me shed a few tears just thinkin' about it.

My Granny and Aunts came to visit and we loved spending time with them.

I love the memories we share.

I love the Young Women in our ward.
I wanted to share some of our pictures from New Beginnings YW Opening Ceremonies

Each girl held the torch and talked about someone who exemplifies strength and courage in their lives. We talked about how the Olympic athletes train and compared it to the personal progress program.
We had a medal ceremony and a guy in my ward made these cool wooden medals. Each girl stood on a podium and we read a tribute about them written by their parents. It turned out to be a wonderful night and the girls felt loved.

Love you all
I must go Max wants to watch "Elmo loves you"
Thanks Grammy and Bampa for the Valentines.