Author Archives: Nathan

Blueberries

Posted on June 26, 2011 by Nathan

When we first starting giving “solid” foods to Elias it would take him a bit to accept each new offering. Typically he would give a very concerned look the first time it was spooned into his mouth, often followed by … Continue reading →

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I am a father. Today is my day.

Posted on June 19, 2011 by Nathan

I am coming to the end of my first Father’s Day. It has been a really great weekend for spending time with family, and that of course is the best part of Father’s day. I was also the recipient of … Continue reading →

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Elias is continuing to crawl

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Nathan

Coffee is an excellent motivator: Shortly after this video was filmed Elias asked for the car keys.

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Elias is starting to crawl!

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Nathan

Lately Elias has been doing everything to let us know that he is ready to crawl. Getting up on his hands and knees, pulling himself up, balancing on his knees, rolling over, etc. Well, in the past days, especially today, … Continue reading →

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My son, Bible scholar

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Nathan

Elias has discovered Bible study.

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Double blowout

Posted on May 15, 2011 by Nathan

Yesterday Kim and I took Elias shopping for some new clothes. Yes, he’s a bit long for those 9 month size onesies and pants, so we upgraded to the 12 month models. Following some pre-emptive washing they were ready to … Continue reading →

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Salmon dry-spell over

Posted on May 7, 2011 by Nathan

Today I went salmon fishing with family and caught a 13, 14, 15, or 16 pound Chinook (it was a keeper). It had been since August of 2009 since my last salmon, so I was due. Thankfully 2011, unlike 2010, … Continue reading →

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Destined to be a swimmer

Posted on April 17, 2011 by Nathan

Elias’ destiny as a swimmer is founded both in nature and nurture. Let us review his pedigree. Out of his parents, uncles, and aunts (blood-related), all five participated in youth recreational swimming (Summer Splash!). Four of those five went on … Continue reading →

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“Solid” foods for Elias

Posted on April 3, 2011 by Nathan

These past few days Elias has enjoyed his first “solid” foods. As it turns out, rice cereal in milk is not all that solid, but you have to start somewhere. I was surprised at how eating from a spoon (which … Continue reading →

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Manly task accomplished

Posted on March 26, 2011 by Nathan

Back before we left for vacation Kim and I decided it would be helpful to get some blackout blinds for Elias’ room. We did a custom order, and the blinds arrived just before we left on our trip. I did … Continue reading →

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