Niger bound?

Well, we love California. Here are family, friends, and the most excellent backpacking. We'd stay if it weren't for some friends we have on the other side of the globe. The Wodaabe are calling to us. We could be back with them by March of 2009. The other option is the University of Nevada Reno grad program in Hydrologic Sciences for Sean. On va voir.

Anya in pensive mode

There are about 4 modes: sleep, eat, play, and cry. Maybe we'll add this new mode to the list. I'm guessing that all new parents are like us wondering what is going on in that cute little learning factory. What is she thinking and feeling? Also, where was she before coming to us? ...We thank you Creator God, Jesus for placing her in our care for this sojourn on earth. --sean

Christmas in the grove

We all braved the cold mist at Prairie Creek Redwoods State Park to enjoy the Creation on the Creator's birthday. This was Anya's maiden voyage into the wild, but despite the grandeur it probably didn't leave too big an impression since she was snoozing most the time. In all it was a splendid time braving the elements and the challenges of the rugged trail with Grandma and Grandpa T., Aunt Keri, Uncle Matt, and Great Uncle Dale!

The napster

The gig is you have to do as much as you can while she is napping. Here Lindsey is putting down some turkey soup all the while wondering if the little munchkin will interrupt lunch. Anya must be flying the friendly skies in her little dream ...this is one of her favorite poses.

Anya's sleep schedule

Anya curiously surveilling her surroundings. This is a frequent state for her between 9pm and 6am. Lindsey is a champ keeping her company through the latest watches of the night. As for me, I offer the occassional word of encouragement and quickly fall back asleep.

-sean