Love those green beans

Elizabeth has moved on to Stage 2 foods. And you guessed it, she still loves those green beans.


Note: This messy-mishap happened when Steph assumed that Lizzie wasn't very hungry and would only eat a bite or two, "so why pull her shirt down, use the highchair or even a bib?" Well, this would be why! (Extra Note: Never let a 7 month old "help Mommy" feed herself by shoveling the food off the spoon and into her mouth with her fingers.)

Some Thinkers!

Last night we were shopping for some clothes online for a new baby boy. Amongst our shopping we came across this, click here. We got a kick out of it.

Our baby girl

In the midst of trying to snap up photos of the classic Hutchison Hair, we were able to get this beautiful picture.

Hutchison Hair Part II

The Business that Almost Was

Well, it was a short lived run. The Ebay Store of Steph's Candle Hutch died last night (we cancelled it). But the store lives on! Steph's Candle Hutch has now moved to its own domain!

Stephscandlehutch.com

But wait, what's this? The city of Vancouver, WA says we have to pay $225 dollars for a business license to run a business out of our home? Well... shoot. And so the home business dies before it got started. Not the wisest thing we've ever done, but we've learned quite a bit in the process, so not all is lost.

But what do we with all this inventory and a brand spanking new two year contract for StephsCandleHutch.com? We become a non-profit, that's what. Steph's genius idea of how to get our money back. We have reduced the prices of our inventory so that we come out even. If we're not aiming to make any money, then we're not a business. If we're not a business, we don't need no stinkin' business license. And hey, we've got two years to do it.

So, if you'd like to help us break even and undo that which we have done, and you are in want or in need of any of some votive candles, pillar candles or votive candle holders, check out StephsCandleHutch.com. Steph calls it a "Going out of business, never was a business" sale.

• 6 votive candles for $3.99. Available in cinnamon, honeydew, lavender, mulberry and vanilla.
• 3" x 6" pillar candle for $5.99 each. Available in heather, honeydew, jasmine, spice and vanilla.
• Flared glass votive candle holder for $1.99 each.

Oh, and so you're not surprised: I'm not quite done with the website yet... but the functionality is there.

Mmmm... green beans!

Elizabeth has been on solids for about 5 weeks now. But just within the last week did she move to vegetables. She loves zucchini. Green beans are okay.

Hutchison Hair

Elizabeth definitely got her hair from the Hutchison side of the tree.

Cute as Ever!

We hadn't posted in awhile, but we wanted to let you know that Elizabeth is growing like a weed and is still cute as a button!
Also, we got really great news at her last cardiology appointment, she doesn't need the cath. procedure anytime soon. She still needs to have a test done using a catheter in order to test for reflux in her kidneys, but for now no procedure to correct her artery blockage near her heart. The cardiologist decided that she was doing so well, and the blockage isn't getting worse (if anything it appears better...thank the LORD above for merciful miracles!). So thanks everyone who has been praying and continue to keep our little Lizzie-girl in your prayers in the coming months. She won't go back to the cardiologist for 3 months (which is awesome) so we can live as normal for a few months at least, and just enjoy watching our little girl grow up.

Steph's Candle Hutch

Perhaps you've noticed the link in the right side bar: Steph's Candle Hutch.

We are pleased to announce the grand opening of our new Ebay store, Steph's Candle Hutch . In an effort to contribute to the family's income while still being a stay at home mom, Steph has decided to run Steph's Candle Hutch (with the help of Allen of course). As the title of the store eludes to, we will be selling candles of varying size, color, and scent. Since all businesses start off small, we will be starting our store with five different scents of votive candles (mulberry, cinnamon, vanilla, lavendar and honeydew). Any business whether just beginning or well established needs advertisement, which is where you come in. Please tell your family and friends who might be looking to order candles online to check us out in ebay's store listings under Steph's Candle Hutch.

Thanks!!!

Allen & Steph

What's a Buckeye?

Kudos to Auntie Maria for the adorable outfit.