The Caswell's

Morgan's new room

2009-08-09T18:09:00.000-07:00

Morgan finally got to redo her room here. We painted the accent wall behind her bed pink, white and orange--her favorite colors! I wasn't so sure at first, but it turned out well. We still have to hang things but she is happy with the outcome.

At home with Maggie

2009-08-09T18:02:00.000-07:00

Poor Maggie, she was spayed and had to wear a collar. She had a rough time and needed lots of TLC. Unfortunately, we were having record breaking temps (104 degrees) and have no A/C. We had to take her collar off because of the heat but couldn't leave her alone because she would lick at her stitches. We had to watch her 24/7, which meant during the heat wave we couldn't go to the pool or anywhere to get cool. We felt like we were being held hostage for 2 weeks. All is well now and she is doing great and the temps are back to normal!

Street Fair & Motorcycle Shopping

2009-08-09T17:48:00.000-07:00

Today we went to a street fair in Kent, Wa. It was a really good fair, lots of booths and food. Afterwards, we went motorcycle & quad shopping. Here is Jake trying a few of them out!

Every day is race day in Seattle

2009-07-15T21:39:00.000-07:00

I think I will put in for the NASCAR assignment, it is cool standing next to a car with 850 hour power that cost over $100.000.00 dollars for the motor alone.

Morgan sporting her new Denny Hammlin T-Shirt

I had the FedEx NASCAR come to my station in Seattle on 07-07-09. Ramona, Jake and Morgan came to see the car and Jake stayed to help me cook hot dogs for my employees. It was a very nice day in Seattle, in the 80's, and everyone had a good time. Morgan and Jake both came out of the deal with real nice hats and T-shirts.

Fourth of July camping trip

2009-07-12T16:32:00.001-07:00

We went camping with our friends the Schramm's for the Fourth of July weekend. It was great, minus the mosquito infestation. The weather was wonderful, we went over the pass, where we saw snow and then down to Bumping Lake and the American River where we camped. The kids got to make fire with a flint and shoot a new air soft rifle. We also got an ice cream ball which is was Morgan is holding, it really does work and makes great ice cream!

My 40th Birthday at the Jonas Brother's Concert

2009-07-12T16:23:00.000-07:00

If you would have asked me last year, what I would be doing on my 40th Birthday, I would have told you that I would be in Italy. Funny how life turns out, instead I ended up taking Morgan to a Jonas Brother's Concert. We went to my favorite restaurant, overlooking the waterfront, and then spent the next 6.5 hrs at the concert (preparty activities and all). It was a really good concert, Jordan Sparks performed (she was great!). It wasn't the birthday that I planned, but it ended up being a great one!

Northwest Trek

2009-07-12T16:09:00.000-07:00

We visited the Northwest Trek. It is an a ride thru park, with animals native to our area. There are also several trails to follow on foot. We saw lots of animals, even some new baby mountain goats. It is a beautiful place to visit, with some incredible views!

2009-06-14T21:25:00.000-07:00

My computer has been having some issues since Christmas, it doesn't allow me to post any pictures. Kevin let me download all of our pictures since Christmas to his laptop and update the blog. So, here is our last 6mos of life in the PacNW.

Family

2009-06-14T20:57:00.000-07:00

My Uncle Gary passed away suddenly and I was able to fly home for the funeral. My mom comes from a family of 12, this is a picture of 7 of them. It was unfortunate circumstances but wonderful to see so many of my family members (aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, siblings and my mom). Here are a few of my family members, lots of nieces and nephews, sister in laws, sister and mom.

Sunshine & Maggie's haircut

2009-06-14T20:51:00.000-07:00

We have been blessed with above average temps and sunshine this spring, this is Morgan and Jake enjoying the sunshine! Maggie had her first grooming appointment today, we had the mobile groomer come, because Maggie isn't too fond of riding in the car yet.

Pike Place Mkt & Chinatown

2009-06-14T20:41:00.000-07:00

Over spring break, we took advantage of the nice weather and spent a day at the market and went to Chinatown (to get Lucy's babydoll). Jake got to pet the horse of the mounted policeman (pretty cool).

Track and Baseball

2009-06-14T19:15:00.000-07:00

Jake did track this year. It was a before school sport, with 1 track meet between all 4 elementary schools at the end of the season. Jake ran the 100m dash, the 400m relay and 800m relay (just like mom). He did really well. That night it was his school night at the Tacoma Rainiers baseball game.

Tiger Mtn. Hike

2009-06-14T18:55:00.000-07:00

Kevin and I hiked to the top of Tiger Mtn. in Issaquah, Wa. It is a 2 hr hike (great workout)! When at the top, we met a parasailer-he did some tricks for us and wanted Kevin to go tandem jumping with him. This vantage point, lets you see Lake Washington, Lake Sammamish, Mt Rainier and Bellevue. If you watch Grey's Anatomy, this is where Meredith and the Doc were going to build their dream home.

Meet Maggie

2009-06-14T18:51:00.000-07:00

We got a new family member, Maggie! Maggie is half bichon friese and half maltese. She will be a great indoor dog, she doesn't shed and will stay pretty small.

Basketball & Lacrosse 09

2009-06-14T18:40:00.000-07:00

Jake's bball team has played together for 3 years and they played for the championship this year. Jake played lacrosse (2nd year) and had a great season. He is number 6.

Choir Concerts

2009-06-14T18:31:00.000-07:00

Morgan was invited to sing in an all District Choir this year. She had her big concert in May. Jake had his 4th grade choir concert in March, where he performed a drum solo.

Pinewood Derby

2009-06-14T18:23:00.000-07:00

Jake making his pinewood derby car. He and Kevin worked for 2 weekends on Jake's car. Jake picked the design and colors. He did well, hoping for a trophy next year!

Annual Father-Daughter Ball

2009-06-14T18:17:00.000-07:00

This was Morgan and Kevin's 3rd time attending the F/D ball.

Jake's 10th Birthday

2009-06-14T18:08:00.000-07:00

Jake went to Family Fun Center with his friends and then we had a family dinner at the Japanese Steakhouse.

Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow!!!!

2008-12-23T15:45:00.000-08:00

For all of those people who believe that it doesn't snow in Seattle, here is proof that it does. We were out of school all last week due to winter weather and it still hasn't stopped. We are due to keep getting blasted by winter until Sunday after Christmas!

Snowflake Lane

2008-12-17T17:16:00.000-08:00

Last night we went to Bellevue Square ( shopping mall) to see Snowflake Lane. Everynight from Thanksgiving until Christmas Eve they put on an amazing show with drummer boys, snow princesses, music and snow! It is going to be a new Christmas tradition for us! We even ran into our neighbors, while we were there. Jake and Morgan got to visit Santa and write a letter to him in Macy's. It was a really fun night!

Christmas Tree Farm

2008-12-10T21:01:00.000-08:00

The weekend after

Thanksgiving we went to

cut down our Christmas

tree. We go to a farm on

top of Tiger Mountain. We

all helped cut it down this year.

Visit to the Aquarium

2008-11-23T18:08:00.000-08:00

Kevin's mom, Joanne is visiting from Denver. We spent the day downtown Seattle. We took her by the Space Needle, visited the aquarium and walked along the waterfront. It was a gorgeous sunny day here in Seattle, yes, I did say Sunny!

Morgan's 13th Birthday!!!

2008-11-06T10:04:00.000-08:00

Morgan's birthday theme was a Hollywood Movie Premiere, starring her! We had the red carpet, her name on the marquis and lots of bling!

Morgan's big gifts were a new cell phone and a North Face jacket.

We woke Morgan, by calling her new cell phone, which was wrapped in a box beside her bed.

Salmon Hatchery

2008-11-06T09:53:00.000-08:00

Our Visit to the Roloff's Farm

2008-11-06T09:26:00.000-08:00

The Roloff's new addition.

Papa Roloff and Bunny (grandma & grandpa Roloff)

Trip to Mount Rainier

2008-09-29T15:20:00.001-07:00

We were having a beautiful weekend, so we decided to go get some pics and a great view of Mt. Rainier. We went to two different mountain tops for viewing. It was truly incredible to be that close!

More Fall Ball!

2008-09-29T12:40:00.000-07:00

In yesterday's game Morgan got to play 3rd base and she got 2 outs!!!

Morgan is playing for her school team. This was her first game last week.

Jake tried pitching for the first time Saturday, he threw some good strikes!

Morgan, after a softball scrimmage against the football team.

Jake's first big double header

2008-09-08T16:43:00.000-07:00

First Day of School

2008-09-08T16:38:00.000-07:00

Morgan / 7th grade

Jake / 4th grade

Labor Day Camping on the Hood Canal

2008-09-08T15:20:00.000-07:00

An awesome 100ft waterfall hidden in the forest.

Morgan showing off those braces!

Preparing to catch the big one!

Missouri Vacation

2008-09-07T19:40:00.001-07:00

Jake going off the board for the First Time!

The Fishing Gang!

Enjoying baby Lucy!

Morgan and Jake with Brighton and baby Rigley.

Swinging with our cousins on Mimi's porch.

Jake's Baseball Camp

2008-07-22T21:06:00.000-07:00

Summer 2008

2008-07-22T19:43:00.001-07:00

Jake playing lacrosse

( Jake is the one in the white helmet)

Exploring the 20 year low tide

Morgan & Jake in the rain forest.

Camping at Lake Chelan 2008

Spring Break 2008

2008-07-22T19:20:00.000-07:00

Spring Break at the Space Needle

Visiting the Point Defiance Zoo in Tacoma

(Mt. Rainier is in the background)

Grandma Connie with the kids on Alki Beach

(note the Space Needle & the cruise ship)

Morgan & Jake at Fort Casey on Whidbey Island.

Morgan & Jake at the Seattle Aquarium

Mothers Day 2008

2008-07-22T18:50:00.000-07:00

Father Daughter Ball

2008-07-22T17:04:00.000-07:00

April 19, 2008