babyoakes

Lucas here

2011-09-30T15:07:00.000-07:00

Lucas stayed all night and enjoyed avocado for breakfast.

Tyler turns Four

2011-06-17T12:30:00.000-07:00

Yesterday was Tyler's 4th birthday. We celebrated at his folks' home for a birthday dinner along with Aunt Vickie, Aunt Sue, and Uncle Jim. We being myself, Grandma Mary, and Grandpa Mike. We enjoyed a delicious pizza, salad, and chocolate dessert and ice cream. Tyler opened his presents and proofed to be an outstanding host. We all had a great time.

Mary's birthday

2011-05-23T21:28:00.000-07:00

Tonight we had a very nice dinner at Sue's celebrating my birthday. She served a delicious meal topped off with a home-made oatmeal cake with freshly milled flour. Tyler entertained us with stories and Lucas joined in at times. It was a fun evening!

2011-04-24T17:29:00.000-07:00

Easter brunch was celebrated today at our house with guests Jim and Vickie, Sue, Diane, Scott, Tyler, and Lucas. After a vigorous Easter Egg hunt by Tyler we sat down to a delicious meal. Jim provided a scrumptous guiche, Sue a refreshing fruit salad, Diane sauteed tasty sausages and I served Apple Pecan French Toast. It was a lovely day with lovely guests.

Celebration

2011-04-09T09:47:00.000-07:00

Thursday March 24 was the Grand Opening of the Brettler Family Place at Sandpoint. The Lowry Community Center was recognized at this time. Mike and I were at this event along with Sue, Diane, Tyler, and Lucas. Mike was honored due to his bill passed while in Congress in 1987 called the McKinney Act which gave relief to hundreds of thousands of homeless persons and made this project possible.

Lucas visits

2011-03-28T14:31:00.001-07:00

Lucas visited us yesterday and entertained us with his smiles -- until he fell asleep!

Trail With No Path

2011-03-18T12:23:00.000-07:00

Today Mike, Jim, Tyler and I hiked the Trail With No Path on Cougar Mt. It was a cloudy but fresh day with no rain as we traversed the wooded trail down to the cave and waterfall. Tyler led the way. We all had a wonderful time!

Mike's 72nd birthday

2011-03-08T14:44:00.000-08:00

Today we celebrated Mike's 72nd birthday by a walk down to The Landing and a visit to Shnoo Yogurt. We missed Diane, Scott, Tyler, and Lucas who were skiing in Sun Valley. At least Scott and Tyler were. It was a fun day!

Valentine's Day

2011-03-06T10:06:00.000-08:00

This evening we had a dinner for Valentine's day with guests Diane, Scott, Tyler, Lucas, Sue, and Jimmy. Vickie was travelling back east.

Baby Lucas

2010-12-11T14:38:00.000-08:00

Lucas Lowry Oakes was born at 8:28 pm on Friday Dec. 10, 2010 weighing 8 lbs 2 oz, 20 " long.

Tyler blows out candles for Diane and Sue

2010-09-10T20:18:00.001-07:00

Carlson News: Tyler’ 3rd Birthday

2010-07-01T17:46:00.000-07:00

Carlson News: Tyler’ 3rd Birthday

Mike's birthday

2010-03-12T14:32:00.000-08:00

Westport with Tyler and his folks

2009-10-11T20:12:00.001-07:00

Tyler's 2nd Birthday at Newcastle Beach Park

2009-06-16T21:35:00.001-07:00

This afternoon Tyler had another birthday party, this time at Newcastle Beach Park in Bellevue. Mary and Mike arrived early to claim two picnic tables and set up the birthday trimmings. Ruthie and Jack arrived next followed by Jeannie. The wind was blowing strongly although it was a fairly warm day. Then Scott appeared with the Birthday boy on his arm! Jim and Vickie soon arrived, then Diane coming from work. Gail soon showed up and finally Sandi and Dick to make a very nice group of guests. The meal was delicious with everyone providing a special dish. Tyler had a great time chasing balls hit by Jimmy, enjoying the play area, throwing stones in the water, and eating birthday cake, among other activities. We all had a great time!

Tyler's 2nd Birthday

2009-06-08T17:17:00.000-07:00

Sunday, June 7, Tyler and his friend Jackson celebrated their birthdays. Jackson was two May 22, and Tyler will be two June 16. The party was held at Toddler Gym in Issaquah. There were many friends present along with their parents who helped them navigate the exciting gym features and play the group games organized by the gym personnel. After the fun activity, the group moved into another room full of balloons and Elmo table settings and were served a delicious meal of fresh fruit and cupcakes. Everyone, including the parents and friends had a great time!

Mother's Day 2009

2009-05-11T11:32:00.000-07:00

This beautiful weekend we celebrated Mother's Day with Diane, Scott, and Tyler at their vacation house in Westport. We had fun at the beach with Tyler who loved running from the waves, digging in the sand, and walking across logs. Diane prepared a delicious seafood stew from fresh shell fish and Cod from Brady's. Sunday morning we found a little spot for breakfast where this picture was taken by a gentleman recognizing Mike. The Oakes want Jimmy and Vickie to make use of their lovely beach house when they have time between their exotic trips. It was a great weekend!

Diane, Tyler, Scott and Lily visit the Lowry's

2009-04-13T14:27:00.000-07:00

Feb. 2009

2009-04-13T14:24:00.001-07:00

Keith visits January 2009

2009-04-13T14:22:00.000-07:00

Christmas 2008

2009-04-13T14:20:00.000-07:00

Christmas 2008

2009-04-13T12:55:00.000-07:00

2009-04-13T12:51:00.000-07:00

Tyler on Christmas 2008

2009-04-11T18:29:00.000-07:00

Halloween

2008-11-07T09:29:00.000-08:00

Halloween night we had dinner at our house with Jim, Vickie, Gail, and early guests Diane, Scott, and Tyler. The Oakes entertained us for a while (especially Tyler) then took their food portions home to be available for their trick or treaters. Tyler was dressed as a tiger. Gail left early after dinner for the same reason. Jim had brought a delicious unspicey chili dinner with corn bread homemade by Vickie. After dinner we played Pictionary which became a hotly contested game with Mary and Mike barely squeeking out a win.

Tyler exercises on the treadmill

2008-09-21T10:26:00.000-07:00

Scott, Diane, & Tyler at dinner

2008-09-07T20:48:00.000-07:00

July 4, 2008 Mike and I along with Jim and Vickie drove down to meet Scott, Diane, and Tyler for dinner at the Tokeland Hotel wher stayed the night. The next day we walked on the beach and boardwalk and then had a seafood dinner prepared by Jim.

Tyler plays with his toys Sept. 3, 2008

2008-09-07T20:32:00.000-07:00

Tyler at Little People's Party July 2008

2008-09-07T20:18:00.000-07:00

Diane and I took Tyler to the Erwin "Little People's Party" for all the Erwin cousins' grandchildren. Tyler had a good time with all the people and had his picture taken with the rest of the kids. Tyler was the youngest with little Ella Homenchea next, 2 weeks older.

Group Lowry family picture July 13, 2008

2008-07-16T17:53:00.000-07:00

We took a group picture with Ann, Keith, Mary, Scott, Mike, Sue, Diane, and Tyler. We never knew when the flash would go off,so Diane and Tyler just barely made it into the room before one picture was taken.

Cousin Keith visits Tyler July 11 2008

2008-07-16T17:38:00.000-07:00

Keith came for a visit in July and enjoyed playing with his cousin Tyler.

Tyler at home in his play room

2008-07-16T17:33:00.000-07:00

Tyler's visit May 11

2008-05-25T20:15:00.000-07:00

May 11 2008

2008-05-25T20:10:00.000-07:00

Tyler visits Grandparents Oakes

Mike, Mary, and Diane Join Tyler at the park

2008-05-05T07:01:00.000-07:00

Tyler visits

2008-02-27T21:24:00.001-08:00

Tyler visits Luther Burbank Park & Seattle Acquarium

2008-02-20T11:14:00.000-08:00

Tyler has his lunch

2008-02-14T15:15:00.001-08:00

Vickie's birthday

2008-01-01T14:38:00.000-08:00

We celebrated Vickie's birthday Dec. 29, 2007 which was her actual birthday. We had a chicken, shitake mushroom, mac and cheese casserole prepared by Mary with a angelfood cake dessert baked by Jim. After dinner Tyler sat in his jumperoo and to our surprised actually jumped! His feet now touched the ground to he was able to leap into the air and back to the ground. He seemed delighted!

Tyler visits Santa in Renton

2008-01-01T14:36:00.000-08:00

Christmas with Tyler

2008-01-01T14:29:00.000-08:00

Christmas 2007 was spent at Jim and Vickie's for dinner along with Scott, Diane, and Tyler. We enjoyed a delicious German dinner prepared in perfection by Chef Jim. After dinner and conversation we retired to Diane and Scott's for dessert and the opening of presents by Tyler. Tyler was a little amazed at all the musical toys and interesting play things he received. We were all entertained by Tyler's response!

2007-12-21T10:46:00.000-08:00

Tyler with Granddad Mike

2007-12-21T10:43:00.000-08:00

Tyler and Scott at Westport with Lily

2007-12-16T19:29:00.000-08:00

Tyler at Home

2007-12-16T19:28:00.001-08:00

Tyler Head shots

2007-12-05T14:31:00.000-08:00

Tyler smiles

2007-12-05T14:30:00.001-08:00

Mike arrives with Tyler

2007-12-05T14:27:00.000-08:00

Tyler and Matthew

2007-11-24T13:00:00.000-08:00

Thanksgiving was celebrated this year at Jim and Vickie's for a gourmet meal. Diane, Scott, Tyler, and Matthew were also guests along with Mike and me. We had a delious turkey dinner with potatoes, gravy, stuffing, carrots, green beans, and cranberries. After dinner we moved to our house where we had slices of three different pies. We then had a conference call with Keith, Ann, and Sue who were all at their resptective homes. It was a great day!

Tyler spins the dial

2007-11-22T11:27:00.000-08:00

Tyler plays with toys

2007-11-08T20:15:00.000-08:00

Tyler learning to crawl

2007-11-05T13:43:00.000-08:00

Halloween

2007-11-01T10:57:00.001-07:00

Diane, Tyler, Jim and Vickie came over for dinner Halloween night (last night). Tyler wore his Halloween hat knit by Sue and then changed into his Banana costume. We had many children trick or treating which made Lily happy each time the door bell rang as she helped greet them. Scott is away on a business trip but will hear all about it when he returns tonight (Thurs).

Halloween

2007-11-01T10:53:00.000-07:00

Tyler plays with toy

2007-10-31T09:39:00.000-07:00

Tyler takes a hike

2007-10-28T21:56:00.000-07:00

Tyler in Oregon Duck outfit

2007-10-28T21:52:00.000-07:00

Tyler's Halloween hat

2007-10-15T19:25:00.000-07:00

Tyler wears his Halloween hat knit by Sue

2007-10-15T19:19:00.000-07:00

Tyler grabs toy from play center

2007-10-02T15:54:00.000-07:00

Tyler gets a change

2007-09-17T13:44:00.001-07:00

Tyler and his mom visit

2007-08-18T10:19:00.001-07:00

Tyler goes hiking

2007-08-18T10:15:00.000-07:00

Today, Sunday Aug. 12, 2007, Mike, Scott, Tyler, Lily and I hiked from the Redtown Trailhead of Cougar Mt. to the Far Country Lookout. Tyler was wide awake for the first part of the hike then fell asleep. On the way back Tyler woke up and wondered where his bottle or mommy was. Luckily he soon fell back to sleep enjoying the comfy carrier he was in and the fresh air. The hike took one hour 40 minutes and was around 7,700 steps.

2007-08-03T08:27:00.000-07:00

Tyler Visits Mary and Mike

2007-08-03T08:02:00.000-07:00

Tyler is now happily visiting outside his own home. Today he is paying a visit to Mary and Mike. His Mom is going into work for a meeting and his dad is busy at his job. We are so lucky to have Tyler consent to stay with us for a morning. Tyler is trying to reach the little mobile on his bouncy vibrating chair. He is getting very close both with his feet and his little hands in reaching these ornaments. He also is cooing and trying to talk to them. Here are some pictures of Tyler in his chair.

Mary visits Diane and Tyler

2007-07-02T19:51:00.000-07:00

2007-06-27T15:58:00.000-07:00

Tyler arrives in new stroller - one week old

2007-06-27T15:56:00.000-07:00

Getting ready to go home

2007-06-21T22:43:00.000-07:00

Tyler at Hospital

2007-06-21T22:41:00.001-07:00

Tyler Edward Oakes born 7:14pm June 16, 2007

2007-06-18T22:10:00.001-07:00

More Shower pictures

2007-06-10T20:19:00.000-07:00

Diane's baby shower at Amy's April 21

2007-06-10T18:37:00.000-07:00

2007-04-08T19:06:00.000-07:00

Easter at the Lowry's

2007-04-08T19:02:00.000-07:00

Dinner at the Red House

2007-03-08T21:20:00.000-08:00

Diane, Scott, Mary, and Mike celebrate Mike's birthday March 8, at the Red House Restaurant.

2007-03-03T19:38:00.000-08:00

2007-03-03T19:37:00.000-08:00

2007-03-03T19:36:00.000-08:00

Diane picks up Lily again

2007-03-03T19:33:00.000-08:00

It's a Boy!

2007-01-10T16:36:00.000-08:00

Diane stops by to pick up Lily

2007-01-08T21:11:00.000-08:00

Mary, Diane, and Scott

2006-12-25T19:38:00.000-08:00

Mike, Diane, & Lily

2006-12-25T18:25:00.000-08:00

Lily opens her treat

2006-12-25T18:11:00.000-08:00

2006-12-25T18:05:00.000-08:00

Diane and Scott watch Lily opening her present.

Christmas 2006

2006-12-25T17:50:00.000-08:00

Christmas dinner before Diane and Scott leave for Oregon.