Yep...this is a snow day in Portland

We have been living here for over five years and I'm still in shock when this town shuts down with the sight of snow. Not to say that I don't LOVE my "snow days" - hanging out at home with Jalen, but this is crazy!! Here are a few pics of what actually constitutes a snow day (you can't quite see it in the top picture, but a neighbor wrote "HELP" on the street):

Golf, Football, and Family

Scott went on a four-day golf trip to Bandon Dunes with his dad, brother, and Uncle. They stayed for the Oregon vs. Washington game - Go Ducks!! Annie and I took advantage of the time together, by getting a babysitter and shopping all day with Scott's cousin Steph. We had a great time!! The weekend ended with a trip to the Children's Museum, which is one of our new favorite places...there is so much to do that we haven't even begun to see it all in our two visits.

The fam

Devin, Ellie, Annie, and Abby in front of the Children's Museum.

Ellie is saying, "D for Daddy."

This was our best attempt to get a shot of both kids in front of the art structure.

Ellie picking out her favorite animal from the "Adoption Center."

Jalen comes to help.

Jalen checking his doggy's weight at the "Vet."

Pierce family

Ellie and Jalen in the "Construction" exhibit.

Ellie and Jalen at the "Water Works" exhibit.

Playing with the water toys.

"Here come the fish."

"There go the fish."

"The Big Dig" exhibit at the Children's Museum.

Ellie and Jalen enjoying a special dinner for two.

"Don't bother us, we're busy eating."

Having a little dinner conversation.

Devin, Uncle Ron, Skip, and Scott at Bandon Dunes.