Valentine's Day Half Marathon

We headed to Olympia this morning for Chris's second half marathon. He has been training hard since he got the green light after his shoulder surgery and we couldn't be more proud of him! He set a personal best by 3 minutes! It was a little on the chilly side (yes I do realize that it is February!) but Michelle and I did our best to keep our little cheering section warm and moving! Team Kasparek Cheer Squad!
We are very excited to cheer on the full marathon runners!

Helping Daddy stretch before his 13.1

Chris at mile 1-looking great!

I'm on the look out for Daddy!

Camden needed a little snooze...

Streaking to the finish line!

Daddy/Daughter Dance 2009

Well it is hard to believe that Emma turned 4 a month ago...and it is even harder as her Dad to see her growing so fast...Last night when she came in all spiffied up, I almost cried...She looked like such a little lady...I am so proud of her, I just wish I could hit the pause button...because I know time is not slowing down.

Two great looking Families...

Emma showing off her new duds...

Best Buddies...

My little angel....

How can you not love this girl...

Happy Birthday, Chris!

Chris celebrated his thirty something birthday yesterday (hint: this is the last year he can say he is in his early thirties). Happy birthday, honey! I LOVE YOU!!!!

Beautiful day!

This morning we were honored to be a part of sweet baby Alison's baptism. Afterwards we enjoyed a delicious brunch and got to take in the spectacular view of Dyes Inlet and the Olympic Mountains. (Camden's a little tired...)

Trying to get the perfect shot

For the past few months, I've been trying to get a cute picture of Camden in his Raiders shirt to give to my brother, Nathaniel (a.k.a Uncle Lou)-the world's greatest Raiders fan. Camden is quickly outgrowing this shirt (his little belly did look very round in it!) so yesterday was my last chance to take the picture. This is what I got...

This is why he's my favorite b0y!

Our love of Play-Doh

The Kasparek kiddos LOVE their Play-Doh. I would say it's a once every few weeks project for us, but boy does it keep them busy! This afternoon, I just sat back and tried to capture their hard work on camera.

Camden had to get in a few CHEESE poses at first. This picture truly captures Camden. It's the look he has when he's checkin' things out...
She's biting the lower lip-must be concentrating hard on something!

Working together in perfect harmony-a mother's dream! ;)

I have to stay at an arm's length when Camden's perched on this stool, but boy does he look cute (and so grown up)!

Here's to the three day weekend!

Three day weekends are the best! That extra day to kick back and relax is just what we all need every few months. (Yes I know that I had a 2 week break over the holidays, but getting back into the swing of school along with Emma's birthday extravaganza wore me out!)

We had GORGEOUS weather and enjoyed a hike along the nearby Clear Creek Trail with the Warthens on Sunday afternoon. Emma's chasing Claire on her bike

(Why isn't Emma on her bike? Long story...)
My handsome boys!

Claire and Emma on the look out for some cows...

Here come the guys (and Alison)!

Eugene and I are ready to roll!

Later on that evening we had a little movie night.

A new job for Emma????

Helping Chris shave his head.

Camden helps with the styling.