Halloween

Halloween party at Austin's preschool

In true 3 yr. old fashion, he wore several different costumes throughout October. When it came to the actual day of Halloween, he still couldn't decide if he should be Batman or Spiderman.

Spiderman visiting Andrew's class Halloween party. 2nd graders aren't allowed to wear 'masks' so Andrew found this wig and went the clown route.

Austin trick-or-treating with his buddies, Beck and Luke

Rained ALL day, non-stop on the 31st... until about an hour before dark & then much to our surprise it ended up being a great night to trick-or-treat. Austin was a trooper trying to stay out as late as his big brothers.

Halloween isn't complete until the neighborhood candy-trade at the end of the night. Gotta maximize how much "good" candy you end up with!

Finding the perfect pumpkin

Beautiful fall day in the backyard. Andrew ended up cleaning out all 5 pumpkins - love that they're older & can do some of this messy work themselves!

Football season - Skyline youth

DJ & Andrew with Grandma and Grandpa after a football game. DJ had another great season - played middle linebacker and tight-end. Loves playing both offense and D but especially loves defense. Ended the season 6 and 3 and made the playoffs.
Grandma & Grandpa were off to the U.W. Husky game after this - loyal fans that they are of one of the worst teams ever!!

Getting ready for a game - Dad was an assistant coach this year so we captured him in his Skyline Spartan gear as well. Skyline H.S. (the h.s. that DJ will go to in 4 yrs. - yikes!) won the 4A state championship - very exciting for us here in Sammamish!

Rattlesnake Lake, NorthBend, WA

Discovered this great spot only 25 min. from our house over Labor day weekend. It was cold and breezy - would love to go back when it's warmer. Lots of hiking trails to choose from!

Skipping rocks competition


Austin claimed this his walking stick.

Impressive rock covered in moss - the boys tried to climb it but it was really slippery.

First Day of School

Austin's first day of pre-school in the 'Bears' class.

Andrew's first day as a 2nd-grader! Teacher: Mrs. Fletcher.

Finally... after 4 years you get to be big-man on campus - 5th grade. Can't believe you'll be in Middle School next year. Teacher: Mrs. Trudeau

Andrew standing in line his 1st day of school... Austin hanging back, trying to figure out what this whole school thing means. He loved having his brother's around all summer... oh well, now you get to hang out with Mom all day!

All-Stars 2008 & Tour of Safeco Field

DJ made the all-star team and Dad had a blast coaching this group of boys. Here's a shot of the team at Safeco field. An 'insider tour' of the player's facilities... work-out room, saunas, equipment room, etc..

They let the boys field out on the "real-deal" for 20 min. Their favorite thing was trying to make catches off the wall.

DJ taking batting practice where Ichiro takes batting practice!

The boys especially liked seeing how the pros live... checking out each player's "locker" was pretty cool. On the regular Safeco tour you get to see the visitors locker room only.


Game-Time! DJ on the far left.

Summer's Almost Here!

Austin's last day of school, graduating from the 'bunny' class. Your class had memorized some songs and had a little ceremony - quite cute! Here's Teachers Kaye (right) and Laurie who are such nuturing, patient teachers - they love these 2 & 3 yr olds!
Andrew showing me what they've been up to in class. These will become butterflies that they get to release when it's time.
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL!!
DJ'S last day of 4th grade & Andrew's last day of 1st grade!
Austin in typical fashion doesn't like to get out of his p.j.'s until his bro's leave for school.

Krispie Kreme's after mass... let the sugar rush begin....

SPRING BALL '08 - Sammamish Little League. Atlanta Braves.

The undefeated Braves... Coach Dave handed out trophies celebrating a perfect season. Now onto Summer Ball!! Austin tries on some catching gear, then runs around the cul-de-sac like this for hours!
Can there ever be a day without fighting in the Moore house?TIME OUT for these two....
OK... out of time out & agreeing to get along