Jet setter

Much to be thankful for

Adorable Snowman

Max got his first taste of snow at the grandparent's house out in Spokane today. What's funny is there may have been more snow in Seattle . Regardless, a good time was had.

We'll miss you, Dave

I feel very blessed. Not only do I have so many wonderful family and friends in my life, but I also have a remarkable extended family at the Mariners. Today, I am saddened by the loss of our patriarch, Dave Niehaus.

Dave was and always will be not only the voice of the Mariners, but our heart and soul.

We'll miss you, Dave.

Max with the Hall of Famer in 2009

Spring Training audio clip of Dave and Rick introducing Max 4 days after he was born.

Another autumn admirer

Fall 2008

Fall 2010

I have no idea who stole the cookie, officer over my left shoulder

Halloween 2010

An oversized ear-to-toe look at our tiny elephant.



Trunk in the front and junk in the trunk.

The neighborhood baby gang renunites for our now annual Halloween brunch.

The ol' trunk tug--more of a trick than a treat.

Ben aka Buzz Light Year and Max talk trick or treating strategy.

Mom leading the way.

And the highlight of the evening? Raisins!

Trick or treating for peanuts

All-weather geared up

Walk a mile in my shoes

I've had several great moments as a dad, but yesterday was one of my top 10.

As I was getting ready for soccer last night, Max was busy messing around in our closet. Lo and behold, he wasn't just rummaging around, but looking for shoes to match his outfit...No matter that they were more than a little large. What's more, he put them on all by himself!

Next, he'll be asking for a briefcase.

Tonight, he repeated his performance. Every dinosaur sleeper needs Coach loafers, right?