We just got back from a great week in Oregon. Joel had some work up there to do over Independence Day weekend, so the rest of us tagged along. It's basically a small community of vacation rental homes, shops and outdoor activities. Pictured here is the home we rented. It was great having 3 bedrooms, a full kitchen, even a washer and dryer while on vacation.
The deer here were not afraid of people. This picture isn't great, but there were 4 deer wandering between the two houses across the street. They came all the way up to the road before heading down the street. The kids were thrilled to see them. Behind Ethan is a neighboring vacationer who was riding bikes with the kids.
We rented a trailer from a local bike shop so we could go on a family ride. There is over 30 miles of paved bike trail around the area. All I can say is, Emily, I can see why you want to move to this state, the scene is amazing and there is so much to do!
The water is pretty cold, but not as bad as I was expecting. We got in to about our knees. Megan a little deeper... so she could keep up with our knees.
Austin just sat in the sand playing with his bucket all day. There was so much sand all over him... I'm so glad I brought my baby powder. 
It was such a beautiful day we didn't want to leave. Below: we enjoyed our picnic lunch. Austin was so proud to be sitting at the table like a big boy with his brother.
I have been struggling with Megan's hair because the top half is straight and bottom curly so at age 3 Megan already has layers, but I think we took care of the problem. It turned out so cute.
Austin's hair is so fine and blond, I love it, but it was getting a little long. Joel and I worked together to cut his hair and he did a great job holding still for us.
He looks so much older now. He is walking so good now too he seems to be growing out of the baby stage and into a toddler. sniff sniff. We gave him a lollie for being such a brave boy!
The deer here were not afraid of people. This picture isn't great, but there were 4 deer wandering between the two houses across the street. They came all the way up to the road before heading down the street. The kids were thrilled to see them. Behind Ethan is a neighboring vacationer who was riding bikes with the kids.
