Mr. Independent

Mason is in the "I do it" stage! While it is so cute that he wants to be so independent, it is soooooooo frustrating that we can't seem to get anything done in a timely manner. Lots of extra time has to be given to either fight with him or to just let him attempt to do it himself. I'm having one of those moments right now!!! I really need to get to the store and he has to put on his overalls himself. Instead of fighting I've decided to give him the time to "I do it" as I do some deep breathing to prevent me from getting too frustrated. I've decided to sit here a blog about it instead!!

Look, I just got some cute pics of him after he finally got the overalls on backward and is trying to do the straps. He quickly noticed I had the camera and then a new "I do it" began - he loves taking pictures. Ok, I think the mommy "blogging time out" worked and I'm going to attempt to get the overalls on the right way and head out. I'm already anticipating the next "I do it" in the car, trying to get his carseat buckles on. Oh the joys of motherhood!

Collection for Samoa update!

Thanks to all who have brought donations so far to help the relief efforts in Samoa - Our living room is filling up! We have located all of Delvins biological family - they are safe and good, but there are still two cousins and and aunt from his adopted family that have still not been located. Thanks for your continued prayers!

After several changes, we now have the whole plan worked out!! We need all the donated items by Wednesday evening - on Thursday I'm delivering it to the containers which will be leaving the Port of Seattle on Friday!!

We are accepting new or gently used clothes and shoes, diapers, wipes and any hygiene products (Soap, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, Shampoo & Conditioner, Feminine Products,Toilet Paper, Deodorant, Wash Cloths,Towels). Or if you wish to donate money I will be going shopping for hygiene products.

Please bring any donations to

1) Anytime or day prior to 6:00 PM on Wednesday: Our home (contact us for address)

2) Wednesday 6:30-8:30 PM at our church: 9215 51st St. (just north of 88th) there are two churches really close by - we are the one on the East side of the street.

Thanks so much!!!!

Today's Pick!

So small, but sooooooo tasty!!!!

some family located today!!!

We have heard via email from one of Delvin's sisters in Western Samoa. All of the Biological family in both Western and American Samoa are safe and ok, with the exception of the Uncle. We hope that we will hear good news about him as well!!! We haven't heard news of the 3 missing on his adopted side. Still collecting clothes and shoes to send - thanks for your help!