Dusting off the Blog Webs...OR, part 1

Well, for whatever reason, I've hit a wall as far as blogging goes. I think it's a mixture of the blog losing its luster and a sense of feeling overwhelmed...not wanting to leave anything out from our fun vacation to visit the Stock side of the family in Oregon.

The boys and I flew alone and had a fairly uneventful flight, minus the bite Dylan gave Kaleb during our descent to Portland. This is the first time Dylan has EVER bit, so that was a bit of a shock, but no blood was drawn and K got over it pretty quick.

July 2nd we welcomed our newest niece, Katie Angela Stock, to the world. I think she's the first of us to actually be born in our hometown of Newberg. She's a doll, and it was really nice to see her on her actual birthday.Proud papa, Ted, showing Katie off to Jonny.

We were able to spend lots of time with cousins...this is our first of many backyard BBQS & the kids had a blast together!

Dylan & Joey...these 2 are only 6 months apart.

Kaleb & Haylee...this brings back so many memories! I wish I'd gotten a picture of U. Tommy going down with the kiddos...so fun!
I had to capture this...Dylan drinks more than anybody I know!My cutie niece, Sophia....she's always happy!

For the fourth, my mom and I took the boys to a little hometown parade in St. Paul. This is their first parade, and Kaleb really got into the candy thing! He even happily shared his load with Dylan, who was content to sit on my lap and point things out to me. We finished off the day with another BBQ & sparklers with U. Jonny.

Katie was home from the hospital the next day, and T couldn't wait to have us over. I'm not sure if he was more excited to show off his new house or his new baby! ;) He was cute. Dylan could NOT get enough of Katie and wanted to kiss & hold her... it was so sweet! I hope he's this good when our Sis comes along.

T with his mini-me...Joey
This picture pretty much sums up our trip....lots of laughter, lots of love. More to come!