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| 2013 | |
Summer's EndThe final six weeks of summer took us to the far corners of Oregon, including multiple visits to the Grandparents, Sunriver with the Marsh family, Chemult for Owen's away camp, and the beach for a hike of Cascade Head. |
Shawano 2013Once again the Stuenkel family descended on Whispering Pines Retreat on Shawano Lake, Wisconsin, for a week of family visiting, lake swimming, mini golf, and air conditioning. |
Sprinting Through SpringRunning. That was our theme for this spring. Our kids ran on the track and the soccer field. We ran from event to event. And Drew, well, he ran just to keep up. What a crazy 11 weeks. |
Spring Break in San DiegoFor spring break this year we left behind cold, rainy Oregon and headed to warm, mostly-sunny San Diego for a week of fun and exploring. Trips included the San Diego Zoo, La Jolla shores, an aircraft carrier, the Anza-Borrego desert, and (of course) Legoland. |
Winter WanderingsThis winter saw its share of birthday celebrations, trips to the beach and the Oregon Garden, and even a Valentine's Day kayak outing. Making a starring appearance is Captain America (aka: Drew) - he is our little superhero. |
Christmas 2012In this tenth edition (10 years!) of our family Christmas photos, we go though some familiar routines (cutting down the tree; Magic at the Mill), tea with Grandma in Portland, sledding in the Cascades, and a somewhat-sunny long weekend on the coast with the Hoelters. |
| 2012 | |
The Summer So FarPictures from our adventures during the first half of summer, including hiking, biking, a birthday celebration, backyard BBQs, two parades, three concerts, and a quick family trip to Sunriver. |
Spring FeverThe 11 hectic weeks that make up our spring are summarized in these 85 photos, ranging from Easter to graduations; from Awesome 3000 to a wedding shower; from a trip to the beach to a Wing family gathering in Wamic. |
Wild Winter WonderlandSnow! 100-year floods! Kid birthday parties! This past winter has a bit a everything, including a lot of weather chaos. We seemed to make it through OK, with sandbags protecting our home from flooding, and friends and family helping us get through the three darkest, wettest months of the year. |
Christmas 2011We stayed close to home this Christmas, celebrating with the Hoelter's in Portland and with Uppa and Grandma Judy here in Salem. After Christmas we spent a rainy week on the coast with the entire Wing family. |
Things That Happen Around This Time of YearTrick-or-Treating, fall leaves, birthdays, outdoor adventures, and Thanksgiving with family - it was an active Fall for us. This gallery begins with three little Angry Birds, and ends with a sunny hike along the Santiam River. |
DisneylandThanks to a purchase at a wine-fueled charity auction earlier in the year, in late October we headed down to California for two days of magic at Disneyland, with a bonus day at Legoland. Grandpa Mark and Grandma Miriam joined in on the fun. Needless to say, it was an amazing trip! |
School DazeFall brings with it the familiarity of back-to-school events: Photos on the front porch, a trip to the beach with Dad, visits to the pumpkin patch, soccer games, fun runs, and more. |
AugustA busy month of travelling, with excursions to Pamelia Lake near Mt. Jefferson, Sunriver with the Hoelters, Union and the Cove Cherry Festival, and the Silver Falls Star Party. Before all of that, we kicked off the month with a memerable canoe camping trip on the Willamette river with friends. |
| 2011 | |
Northern California Camping TripAfter a last-minute decision based on the weather forcast, we packed the car with kids and gear for a week of camping in Northern California. Stops included an extended stay at Redwoods National Park, a weekend at Lassen Volcanic National Park, and warm shower at the Resort in Sunriver. |
June & JulyAh, summertime - a chance to get outside and do all of the things you dreamed about doing during the damp of winter. Our adventures so far include a Marsh/Wing trip to Medford (with side trip to Ashland), Owen's first backpacking trip, Sara's 4th birthday party, 4th of July celebrations, and a few (short) hikes. |
Scenes fron Two Days on the CoastOver Memorial Day weekend we escaped to the Oregon Coast, visiting the beautiful stretch between Lincoln City and Florence. We were greeted by sunshine, blue skies, and Moe's clam chowder. |
Rites of SpringSpring brought with it familiar experiences (Awesome 3000!), but also some special events, including Grandma and Grandpa's 40th anniversary, the birth of cousin Carson, and the acquisition of three cute little backyard chickens. |
Spring BreakWe gathered up the troops for a Spring Break adventure to Spokane, Washington, Wallace, Idaho, and Union, Oregon. One reoccurring theme: Getting wet-either in form of swimming (water park!) or the constant rain and/or snow falling from the sky. Good times! |
Hazy Shade of WinterWinter really is a blur for our family. With both of us busy at work, and the rain clouds omnipresent, we tried to make the most of that rare time when sunshine and free time collide. Special events include two birthdays, and trips to the beach and Evergreen Aviation Museum. |
Christmas 2010Christmas was spent with just the five of us at home this year, giving us some quality family time sans the travel. We were, however, able to see our extended familes in the days afterwards, joining the Hoelters in Portland and the Wings in The Dalles. |
Halloween, Thanksgiving, and MoreJust before winter is truly upon us, photos from the fall holidays (Sara's a witch! Owen's a Legoman!), plus our trip in October to the Oregon coast with the Wing family. |
| 2010 | |
Back to SchoolCatching up on this Fall's events, our older kiddos head back to school - Sara for the first time, Owen runs around school and the soccer field, Sara flies in the air, and Drew tries to keep up, looking awfully cute. |
Summer's Final ActWe closed out our summer with a series of great events, including trips to Union and Sunriver, a climb up Mt. Saint Helens, and an almost-back-to-school beach trip. They were a great way to end a great summer. |
Snapshots of SummerPhotos from late July and early August from our various summertime activities, including canoeing, firetrucks, rivering, dinner with friends, stargazing, and nude big wheeling. |
HawaiiA glorious week of sun, surf and sand with the kids on the island of Maui, Hawaii. We spent the mornings on the beach, afternoons napping the little ones, and evenings watching the sunset. |
Sara Turns ThreeSummer begins on a high note for us with a birthday BBQ for our girl Sara, who had an especially amazing year. We also organized the return of our neighborhood's Fourth of July Parade, for which 70 neighbors and friends turned out to walk around the historic district. It was a blast! |
Family GatheringsIn May we were fortunate to spend a long weekend with each of our extended families: A celebration with the Wings in Union of Aunt Karen's graduation, and a Memorial Day weekend at Manzanita with the Hoelters. |
Spring-a-ling-dingSpring brings many things: Easter, soccer, a bon voyage to Uncle Micah, Jenny's birthday, Awesome 3000, piano recitals, and time spent outside. All photographed, of course. Take a look. |
March MadnessIn March we celebrated Drew's first birthday with sunny skies and photo buttons (and some college basketball). We also took a spring break trip to Union and Portland to visit the Grandparents. |
A Beach Trip, a Birthday, and Other Fun ThingsWe hit the beach with Uppa and Grandma Judy, Owen turns seven, and take advantage of a very warm and sunny January and February. |
Christmas 2009Our first Christmas with three lovely children was spent in Portland with Grandpa and Grandma Hoelter. Presents were opened, songs were sang, cousins were baptized, and a great Christmas was had by all. |
Thanksgiving-ishPhotos from around the Thanksgiving Day holiday, including a trip to Union and a kids photo shoot at Dad's work. |
Autumn Leaves & Goofy GrinsNumerous picture of our trio of kids posing in multiple piles of leaves. We also did fun things, like a long weekend trip to Washington D.C., trick-or-treating, and visits to our new cousin Jackson Terry Hoelter. |
| 2009 | |
Goodbye, Good Friend SummerAlthough Summer was a blast, we welcomed our fall events: Owen's first day of 1st grade, soccer games, and some time spent on the Coast. Two great trips to Union to rounded out our activities. |
SeattleA long-weekend visiting Seattle with the three little ones, only one of which did not need to be carried most of the time. Seattle Center. EMP. Space Needle. Donuts. It's all here in this gallery. |
Mid-Summer AdventuresFun in the warm summer sun: A quick trip to Sunriver for Jenny's grandparents anniversary, excursions in and around Salem, and a hike to Pamelia Lake near Mt. Jefferson. |
ShawanoOnce every three years we descend on Whispering Pines, along the shores of Shawano Lake, Wisconsin, for a week-long Stuenkel family reunion. Good times are had by all, especially by our three darling children. |
Sara and a Cast of OthersI've found that my camera lens tends to gravitate towards our little girl and her wild blonde hair, so it's fitting that in honor of her second birthday this gallery is heavy on her curls and that silly grin. |
Memorial Day Beach TripAs is becoming our tradition, we went to the beach with the Wing family for Memorial Day Weekend. Six grandchildren, four dogs, plenty of sunshine, and lots of good times. |
Soccer, Sunshine and SmilesWe were treated to great weather in May, which was welcome at Owen's soccer games and Awesome 3000. A beach trip with friends and a visit from Grandma Judy rounded out a great month. |
April with ThreeWith three kids in tow, we got out and about during the month of April, including cherry blossom viewing at the Capitol, a school trip to the Oregon Zoo, Easter with the Hoelters, and a visit to Ankeny Wildlife Refuge. |
Andrew's First WeeksWith Drew being the third child, he joined the lives of two other little ones already in progress. A visit from Grandma Judy, a trip to the carousel, a shower for Auntie Katherine, and lots of holding time by his big sister made for an active first few weeks. |
Andrew Mark HoelterIntroducing the newest member of the Hoelter household! Born at March 18th at 37 weeks, weighing 6.0 lbs and measuring 18.5 inches in length. |
Christmas 2008December was crazier that usual for us this year: Eleven days of early Christmas events, ten days of international travel, five days with family in Union for Christmas Day. All of it made more fun by Oregon's worst snow and ice storm in decades. Merry Christmas! |
Sometime Around ThanksgivingA small gallery from our Thanksgiving with the Hoelter's in Portland, plus pictures of our kids looking awfully cute. |
| 2008 | |
Halloween and BeyondHalloween at the Hoelter household, staring Owen as a rocket and Sara as a polar bear. Also appearing are photos from Peter's 36th birthday, Sara's first professional photoshoot, and walks around the neighborhood. |
So Long Summer, Hello FallLots of exciting events for us during the last two months: Kouya and Sheela's wedding, Grandpa Mark's birthday, Owen's first soccer games and a fun run at school |
Last Days of SummerWe finished our Summer with trips to the beach, Mary's Peak, and other sites around Salem. Owen also had his first day of Kindergarten, and Sara learned how to walk. |
Summer Vacation in Central OregonSummer vacation took us camping along the Metolius River and near Strawberry Lake, with a string of bike-filled days at Sun River in-between. To complete our trip we made a stop in Union to visit the Grandparents. |
July in the SunThe month of July included trips to The Enchanted Forest, a number of state parks, the Oregon coast, Roseburg for Jenny's grandparents, and Spokane to see baby Alex. |
Sara's First BirthdayOn a hot Saturday afternoon in June on which the temperature reached 102° outside, we hosted a backyard BBQ with family and friends to celebrate Sara's first birthday. |
JuneJune was a packed month, starting of with a retirement celebration for Grandpa Mark, a hike along Opal Creek, and the Relay for Life in The Dalles with the Marsh family. |
Memorial WeekendWe spent Memorial Weekend at the Coast with the Wings, and hosted a 34th birthday bash for Chris back in Salem. |
Easter, April and MayWe had a few sunny days, a trip to Union for Easter and snow on the way to the coast early in Spring. Other happenings include Owen running a race, putting in new grass in the backyard, and having fun in the sprinkler on a 96° May day. |
Winter Sunshine in SalemDuring the Winter months, we celebrated Owen turning five, Great-Grandpa Ogden turning 88 in Union, and did what we could to enjoy the sunny days that came our way. |
Christmas 2007For our first Christmas back in Oregon, we spent some time in Salem, Christmas Day in Portland, and nearly a week at Black Butte Ranch. This gallery does contain an absurd number of sledding photographs. |
Fall in OregonHere we are, back in Oregon and settling into our new home in Salem. We're getting to know our new town, and traveled to eastern Oregon for Thanksgiving with the Wings. |
Cross-Country with Micah and LucasWith the kids flying with Mom, Peter took a cross-country road trip with Micah and Lucas, traveling from Vermont to Oregon in six days. |
Sara Elsie HoelterIntroducing the new joy in our lives. |
| 2007 | |
Chris and Allison Visit VermontWe had a great time with Chris and Allision when they came to visit at the end of May. Our packed six days included an overnight trip to Montréal. |
SpringtimeFinally, a chance to get outside and play! For us, this means bike riding, local events, and backyard fun. We even found time to take a quick trip to Oregon around Easter time. |
Maple Sugaring and MoreMarch is maple sugaring month in Vermont, and we got a taste of it not once but twice - the second time with Uncle Adam and Aunt Jen who paid us a visit. |
Owen Turns FourWe've been hibernating for much of this long Vermont Winter, but we did awake from our slumber to enjoy Owen's birthday, a weekend trip to Lake Placid, New York, and our two-plus feet of snow on the ground. |
Christmas 2006We had visitors from both sides of our family around Christmas – Grandma Miriam came for a few days to visit before Christmas, and Uncle Joe and Aunt Karen spent a week with us, including Christmas Day. |
Making Our Way Towards WinterPhotos from random events in November and early December, including a visit from Grandma Judy, Auntie Christy and Aunt Pam. |
| 2006 | |
AutumnFor Owen, October included apple picking, a trip to the pumpkin patch, playing in leaf piles, a chair lift ride to the top of Lincoln Peak, and, of course, Halloween. |
Once More to OregonAt the end of September we escaped for a week to Oregon to attend Grandpa Hoelter's 60th birthday celebrations, and spend some quality time with the Wing in Union. |
SummertimeTwo months worth of community events, road trips, water floats, concerts, sunsets, and even a little dance by Owen, all packed into a single gallery. |
ShawanoScenes from our week-long family reunion on the shores of Shawano Lake, Wisconsin. |
Cape CodPerfect weather. Sandy Beaches. Miles of flat bike paths. No crowds. What more could we ask for during our mini-vacation to Cape Cod. |
Trip to Concordia and LawrenceWe had a quick visit with family in Concordia, Missouri, and also took Jenny and Owen to Lawrence, Kansas, where the Hoelter's used to live. |
Month of MayMay was a busy month for us, but we did manage a few fun things, like Kid's Day with Owen and Dad, and a camping trip to the Northeast Kingdom. |
AprilWith Winter behind us, April was a good time to get out and enjoy the outdoors. We also were lucky to have Grandma Judy join us for Jenny's birthday. |
The Winter That Wasn'tOur Winter was pretty mild by Vermont standards, making snow scarce and snow-related activities a bit difficult. On the plus side, we were able to reclaimed our backyard sooner than last year. |
Adam and Jen Get MarriedWe went back to the Northwest to attend Adam and Jen's wedding in Prosser, Washington, followed by a few days in Portland with friends and family. |
Christmas 2005We had a number of Christmas first's this year: Owen's first program, Jenny's first Christmas work day, and our first Christmas with just the three of us. |
Fall Gives Way to WinterAs the cold settled in to Vermont, we enjoyed a great week-long Thanksgiving visit by Christy, Jeff and little cousin Ben Watson. |
| 2005 | |
OctoberDespite it being the second-wettest October on record, we were able to catch a glimpse here and there of a classic New England Fall. |
September WanderingsUncle Kouya came to visit Owen for a week early in September, giving us another excuse to go canoeing and touring. |
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Late Summer FunOwen closed out the summer by canoeing with Grandma and Grandpa, watching a parade go by our neighborhood, and exploring a number of beaches with no clothes on. |
Tractor Riding and Porch SittingAfter the wedding weekend, we headed out to Union, Oregon for a relaxing week with the Wing family. |
Chris and Allison Get MarriedIn mid-July we (barely) made it back to Oregon for Chris and Allison's wedding, followed by a short family reunion in Corbett. |
Owen in New York CityHow to turn an unexpected 13-hour airport layover into a fun family outing to the Big Apple. |
Early JulyA small gallery of random photos from early July in Vermont. Be sure to look for Super Owen! |
Vacation in MaineTo celebrate the end of Jenny's internship year, we took a week off and camped, biked, and swam in the great state of Maine. |
Pedal and PaddleLet Summer begin! June provided a number of opportunities for us to head out and have some fun. |
May FunMay's (slightly) warmer weather allowed us to get outside more, do a bit of canoeing, and enjoy a visit from Jenny's parents. |
Spring Finally ArrivesIt came later than we´re used to, but Spring did finally come to Vermont. |
Winter in VermontYes it´s cold, and yes there´s lots of snow on the ground, but we´ve learned there´s nothing wrong with that. |
Back to OregonIn January we made a trip back to Oregon to see family, friends, and Owen´s brand new cousin, Ben Watson. |
Christmas 2004Though Christmas this year meant being far away from our familes, Uncle Adam was kind enough to trek out our way and visit Owen the week of Christmas. |
Late FallWhile it quickly turned cold in November, we still managed to squeeze out a few nice days before Winter really set in. |
| 2004 | |
October VisitorsWe enjoyed visits from both Peter's cousin and family—Kristen, Kent, Linnaea and Gustav—and by Jenny's parents near the end of October. |
Fall in New EnglandFall was typically beautiful for Vermont, with plenty of red-leafed maples, blue, sunny skies, and no shortage of things to do. |
SeptemberTaking advantage of beautiful weather, we did our best to get out and about in September. |
One Soggy AugustWe had enough nice weather amid record August rainfall to enjoy a visit from Peter's folks, our home, and the outdoors. |
MontréalAfter Jenny's first rotation ended in late July, we took a long weekend trip to Montréal. |
June & July in VermontScenes from our first two months of living in Burlington. |
Thirteen States of OwenOur 3,600 mile journey from Oregon to Vermont took us through thirteen states. Owen loved them all! Okay, some more than others... |
Last Week in PortlandOur last week included numerous good-byes, a lot of packing, and Jenny's graduation from OHSU. |
May ExcursionsPhotos from a very busy but memorable month, during which we took trips to Corvallis (three times), Union, Garibaldi, and Roseburg. |
April House Hunting in VermontWe got lucky and were successful in purchasing our first home in Vermont with only a week to spend in New England. |
86 Poirier PlacePhotos of our new home in Burlington, Vermont |
Easter WeekendWe had a great Easter weekend with family and friends, enjoying 80 degree temperatures both inland and on the coast. |
Late Winter SunshineIt's been an excellent Winter here in Oregon, and Owen has certainly made the most of our balmy weather. |
Green Valley, ArizonaWe spent four days in and around Tucson, Arizona, visiting with Grandma Stuenkel, soaking up the sun and taking Owen for a couple of swims in the pool. |
Owen's Second WinterOwen continues to learn and do new things, including a trip to Central Oregon with friends. |
Owen's First BirthdayWe celebrated Owen's first birthday on January 17th with family and friends at the Capitol Coffee House and Bistro. |
Christmas 2003We spent Christmas in Eastern Oregon with Jenny's family, and also had a "second Christmas" with the Hoelter's when we returned home. |
December AdventuresDecember was full of new things for Owen, including a trip to Minnesota with his parents. |
Thanksgiving with the HoeltersFor Thanksgiving we spent a couple of days at Black Butte Ranch with the Hoelter family. |
Fall With OwenWith Fall passing by quickly, Owen tries to make the most of the cool, rainy days. |
| 2003 | |
Orcas IslandIn late September, the three of us spent an excellent week on Orcas Island, part of the San Juan Islands in Northwest Washington. |
Owen Loves SummerWith Summer winding down, Owen took advantage of the sun while he still could. |
Owen Goes to WisconsinWe all took a trip to Whispering Pines near Shawano, Wisconsin to a reunion of Peter's family. |
Summer of OwenDespite half of his first Summer gone already, Owen has experienced quite a bit, including his Uncle Joe's wedding. |
Owen's New AdventuresOwen is growing into quite a little boy... |
Owen's First EasterWe spent a very nice Easter Sunday at Grandpa and Grandma Hoelter's home. |
A Trip to WamicIn mid-April we made a trip to Owen's Great-Grandpa Wing's home in Wamic, Oregon. |
Owen SmilesOur son is now flashing smiles at anyone who shares a grin with him. We've added photos of Owen smiling and other images from the past month. |
Ecola State ParkWhile not exactly full of Owen shots, we took some nice photos from his first trip to the beach. |
Edge Babies Photo ShootA lot of Peter's co-workers have had babies recently - 6 babies in 13 months! We decided to all get together last week and attempt to take a group portrait. |
Owen goes to UnionOwen's first road trip to visit Grandma Judy and Grampa Mark (Wing) |
Owen at 7 Weeks OldWe're not sure if seven weeks is an important milestone, but we can't believe he's that old already! |
Owen's BaptismWe had an excellent weekend as family and friends gathered to celebrate Owen's baptism. |
Owen Gets a BathWe make an attempt to bath Owen, plus other shots from the past week. Warning: Contain gratuitous naked Owen shots. |
Jenny (and Owen's) Baby ShowerDue to the fact that Owen was born BEFORE the original shower date, the baby shower was finally held this past weekend, one day after Owen's original due date. |
Holding OwenA popular pastime of our family and friends is taking a turn at holding Owen. |
Owen at 2 & 3 Weeks OldMore shots of Owen during his first month of life. |
Owen's First Week at Home.There were lots of changes in our house with Owen home from the hospital. |
Visitors to the HospitalWe had some great visits with friends and relatives in the hospital |
Owen at the HospitalPhotos from Owen's first week of life in Good Samaritan Hospital |