pumpkin patch

We waited for a (brief) break in the rain, to head out to Woodenville for the pumpkin patch. As you can see, a little muddy, we broke in Alden's new rain jacket and pants - he still has to grow into these, it would appear. We were a little late in the season, the pumpkins were a bit picked over; our pumpkin - though large and healthy, had a flat side to it. Alden got to pet a pygmy goat and drink a little warm cider, and kick around in the mud - not a bad afternoon. Got some great photos with the nice afternoon lighting. . . .

diaper folding

A few moments during the hour it took me to fold the diapers with Alden. Look for the word "cat", which was his official first word ["momma" was used earlier, but has continued to be used for all things that Alden wants help with.] Also, check out the no-handed show-boating going on. He loves his diapers.

Video here:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_w-7lwZT3-k

first haircut

Mom broke down and cut the aggressively-growing flaps over Alden's ears (and a little off the back), bribing him with sugar puffs and football on television. Alden didnt cry, but he did make the stink face a few times. Below are Alden's ears, in case you had forgotten them.

fee fi fo fum

moon celebration

Among other things we will miss about Seattle, this city can throw down some strange and fun events. This one occurred after Alden's bedtime (note his pajamas) in Gas Works Park, a few blocks from our house, without much fanfare. A (free) celebration of the new moon including coreogrpahed volunteers dancing in costumes, horses, live music, dancing on boats on lake Union, went well into the dark, drizzly night.

For Alden (and us), it was entirely dreamlike - he mostly stared quietly, and a reminder of how cool this town is.

Tomato - Gone but not forgotten.

It is with heavy hearts that we must announce the passing of our beloved goldfish, Tomato (Tom-ate-oh), who has been with us for a year and a half. He leaves behind his good friends Tomato (Tom-ah-toe) and Stevesy. We will miss his cheery presence in our house. Thanks for all the memories, Tomato!

a chicago basement

. . . filled with lots of koschmanns

heres the video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JLs6g_8OxmI

East Coast Trip

Our trip to the East Coast was a great reminder of all the wonders of historic New England in Autumn. After splitting and stacking some wood, playing outside, visiting the Peace Pagoda, going on hikes, spending time with lots of family and friends, eating Grandma Lois' delicious dinners, and receiving Grandpa Fred's beautiful bible box that he hand made for Alden, we've all returned with a little touch of Fresh Air Poisoning -- everyone needs a good nap and some time to think back on all that we did together. Thanks, Grandparents Feldman, for hosting us and leaving us with so many great memories.

Here are a few quick shots -- for the full album, go here:
http://picasaweb.google.com/esfeldman/201010AldenEastCoastTrip#