Hug Point, just south of Cannon Beach, was our playground for the day. It was a bright sunny day for Stephen’s birthday celebration and Thatcher’s first time at the ocean. I’m now so accustomed to gray, windy beach days that I didn’t take our beach umbrella! We made do, and even dipped Thatch’s toe in… Read More Birthday at the Coast
“I forgot about Baby Thatcher!” We’ve heard that a couple of times when the kids come inside from playing in the yard. They’ll run over and kiss his little face. Cooper loves to tell Thatch, “You’re so adorable!” The first morning Thatcher was home with us, all the kids piled in our bed and took… Read More The First Few Weeks
Our son, Thatcher James Moody, was born at 5:54am on Wednesday, June 26, 2019. He was 7lbs and 20.5 inches long. All five of us are smitten with Baby #4! My best friend, Rebekah, flew all the way from D.C. to care for us during the birth of baby boy. There’s something extra special about… Read More Little Oregonian: Thatcher James
I was a little sad to see school end this year. We’ve absolutely LOVED both of the kids’ teachers! Mrs. Nelson is the magic fairy of kindergarten teachers with her love, patience, and wonder at the small humans she’s teaching. Mr. Kelley’s fun personality and zest for learning were contagious for Silas this year. Seeing… Read More Out for the Summer
One of my joys is watching Stephen as a daddy. Seeing him become. Stephen’s always been very involved in the practical, emotional, and spiritual care-taking of our family, but this season has deepened that. With my pregnancy taking such a toll on me, Stephen has jumped right in to the shoes of a stay-at-home dad… Read More Fatherhood Moments
Brynn Kathryn turned 4 on the 4th. This little ray of sunshine continues to light up our hearts. She’s spunky. She’s smart and creative. There’s nothing she won’t try, especially since she has to keep up with her brothers. I love the songs she composes and her dancing performances. Brynn is forever telling Stephen and… Read More A Golden Birthday
As life goes on, I’m more aware of its complexities. Mother’s Day used to be a simple day for me–I celebrated my mom, and then eventually, I celebrated being a mom myself. But as wiser friends have taught me, Mother’s Day is both joyful and painful. There are friends I love dearly who have not… Read More Thankful for These Children
He’s a leopard gecko and Silas’ first pet. Ever since Spring Break, Silas has been learning all about leopard geckos and telling us all the facts about their care. When we had first arrived in Bend for Spring Break, we were early for our check-in time at the rental house, so I suggested we pop… Read More Meet Marvin
Two ball players means double the cuteness of little boys in baseball uniforms. Silas is playing with all his best buds again. This is our third year with Coach Andrew and all the 2nd graders we love. Each game, they choose a new captain and a new team name–just to keep the peace. When Silas… Read More Double Header
Christ is Risen! He is risen indeed! Despite my failing energy, we had a full Easter celebration beginning with our Resurrection Eggs. The boys remembered most of the details of the Easter story, so we dove a little deeper. This was the first Easter season that Brynn really seemed to grasp Christ’s death and resurrection.… Read More Easter at 30 Weeks