Theodore & Jennifer Scott

Mariana's Christmas Present

2012-01-08T09:30:00.001-07:00

We gave Mariana one Christmas present. It was a tree and some woodland creatures I made.

I have several more unfinished little animals out in the shop. I'll add them over the next month or so.

The tree is made of walnut and maple. The animals are walnut, oak, maple, and padauk.

To be fair, this isn't an original design. I got the tree idea from someone on Etsy. So, if you want to buy one, I am sure they would love your business. Don't be too shocked with the prices though. Handcrafted wood toys aren't cheap.

Handmade Christmas Gifts

2011-12-30T22:35:00.001-07:00

I made these Christmas gifts for my nephews in Iowa.

Jenny's First Half Marathon

2011-12-11T15:05:00.001-07:00

Jenny ran a half marathon this morning. This was the longest race she has ever run. Congratulations Jenny!

Mariana's Birthday

2011-12-10T11:28:00.001-07:00

Yesterday, Mariana turned two.The full party isn't until next weekend, but we still celebrated a little bit.

Praying

2011-12-06T19:56:00.001-07:00

At her bedtime, Mariana likes to pray with Mommy and Daddy.Audio only.

Thanksgiving

2011-11-26T23:01:00.001-07:00

We skipped town and spent Thanksgiving at Canyon of the Eagles, which is a 4.5 hour drive northwest of Houston. We all had a great time.

Looking For A Fight

2011-11-22T18:56:00.001-07:00

Boo

2011-11-21T19:02:00.001-07:00

Jenny Milking A Goat

2011-11-20T20:04:00.001-07:00

The title says it all, doesn't it?

Actually, today we visited Swede Farm. They sell goat milk and goat cheese at the farmers' markets around town.

Mariana saw/petted/chased goats, turkeys, cats, dogs, rabbits, chickens, and probably a few other species.

Houston Zoo

2011-11-06T19:40:00.000-07:00

Mariana had a great time at the Houston Zoo this morning!

Rocky Raccoon 50k

2011-11-05T20:56:00.003-06:00

This morning I ran my first ultramarathon. I ran the Rocky Raccoon 50k trail race. 50 kilometers is about 31 miles.

Mariana was very excited when I came into view. She ran out and wanted to cross the finish line with me.

A year ago, I ran the 25k version of this race.

Happy Halloween 2011

2011-10-31T19:22:00.005-06:00

Mariana was a University of Washington cheerleader for Halloween this year.

Above: Mariana's and Jenny's pumpkins.
Below: My pumpkin.

Another Week, Another Toy

2011-10-30T20:22:00.002-06:00

I made another toy for Mariana. This is similar to another truck I made for my nephew, Henry. The truck is walnut with a thin piece of maple in the center.

Turtle Toy

2011-10-23T14:20:00.002-06:00

I made a rolling turtle toy. When he rolls, his shell spins. Mariana thinks it is pretty neat.

Mariana's Neck

2011-10-14T23:31:00.001-06:00

Outdoors

2011-10-11T20:32:00.001-06:00

Tent Fun

2011-10-05T20:21:00.003-06:00

I set up the tent in the back yard. Mariana loves it.

Happy Birthday Mommy!

2011-10-03T03:05:00.001-06:00

Toy Truck

2011-10-01T15:08:00.003-06:00

I made this toy truck for my nephew Henry. The two people come out.

Toddler Approved Goat Cheese

2011-09-11T19:52:00.006-06:00

So, the Texas wildfires haven't affected us much. A couple times last week, we saw smoke coming from wooded areas near our neighborhood, but the firefighters took care of those fires quickly. I smell smoke in the area when I go out running (but all of Houston smells like that now). That is about it.

However, we know several farmers that live about 30 miles northwest of Houston. The fires out that way have truly been scary.

Blue Heron Farm has been helping out by allowing some evacuated farmers, and their animals, to come stay at their place. So they have a surplus of goats staying at their place. They have been making tons of goat cheese and distributing it around Houston farmers' markets, stores, and restaurants. Apparently, it has been selling really well, and it helps support the farmers a little bit.

Anyway, that was just the back story of the Fieldstore Fire Chevre that Mariana really likes eating.

Basic Wooden Car

2011-09-10T12:08:00.003-06:00

I made this last night for Mariana, from a piece of scrap wood. Mariana likes to roll it on top of Mom and Dad.

She also likes to put it on the stool I made and tilt the stool to make the car roll down it.

Mariana Loves Field Trips

2011-09-04T20:43:00.001-06:00

Tickle Time

2011-08-04T19:05:00.000-06:00

Play Time With Mama

2011-07-31T18:47:00.001-06:00

Last Week at the Park

2011-07-29T22:25:00.001-06:00

Jenny's Footstool

2011-07-23T18:53:00.003-06:00

Jenny is shorter than me, and she is more comfortable elevating her feet a little while sitting in our dining chairs.

So, I made her a low footstool. I shaped everything by hand, didn't measure anything, and didn't use plans. And I don't think I screwed it up too much.

It is made of maple and padauk. The padauk starts out red, but it will darken as it ages.

Toddler Bed

2011-07-14T19:41:00.004-06:00

The super-cool crib that Mariana's Opa (AKA John Meynink) built converts to a toddler bed. We converted it last weekend, and Mariana loves it. She can climb in and out all by herself.

According to what we've read, most kids don't sleep in toddler beds this young. However, we caught Mariana climbing over the rails, and we didn't want her hurting herself. So far, it has worked out great. She stays in the bed all night without any wandering around.

Throwing Game

2011-07-09T23:49:00.001-06:00

It doesn't take much to keep Mariana entertained.

Recent Photos

2011-07-06T20:49:00.003-06:00

Above: We spent part of our long weekend at the Moody Gardens aquarium. Mariana loved it. Also, Mariana is wearing an outfit that her mommy handmade for her, because her mommy is awesome.

Below: Staying hydrated in the great Texas outdoors.

Tuscany for Toddlers, Part 3

2011-06-28T19:10:00.000-06:00

Tuscany for Toddlers, Part 2

2011-06-26T19:06:00.002-06:00

Here are a few more photos of Mariana from our Italy trip last month.

Tuscany For Toddlers

2011-06-11T00:05:00.005-06:00

We went to Italy for two weeks in May. Our cable was out when we came back, so I am only now getting around to posting some photos from the trip.

We had a great time. And Mariana had tons of fun.

Elephant Toy

2011-05-13T19:38:00.005-06:00

I made a little rolling elephant toy for Mariana. It is a variation on the elephant herd I gave one of my nephews a while ago.

Four Generations

2011-05-08T19:02:00.002-06:00

Happy Mother's Day!

Sunflowers

2011-04-30T23:38:00.003-06:00

Above - Sunflowers in our yard.
Below - On playground equipment at the park.

San Antonio Trip

2011-04-24T20:29:00.003-06:00

This weekend, we went to San Antonio. We had a great time at SeaWorld. The rest our time we spent wandering around the River Walk (a series of paths below street level along the San Antonio river, lined with restaurants and shops).

We also visited the Alamo.

Mariana and the Sprinkler

2011-04-18T18:10:00.000-06:00

Hog's Hunt 25k

2011-04-16T19:54:00.007-06:00

This morning I drove up to Huntsville State Park and ran another 25K trail race. This race is called Hog's Hunt, and it is the same course as the Rocky Raccoon I ran in November.

25 kilometers is about 15.5 miles.

I drove up in the wee hours of the morning. Since the run takes a while, Jen slept in and came up later with Mariana. So they were waiting for me at the finish line.

Lashing out at the paparazzi

2011-04-13T20:47:00.003-06:00

Play Ball

2011-04-08T18:36:00.003-06:00

Mariana's Belly

2011-04-04T05:13:00.001-06:00

Grandma and Grandpa

2011-04-02T15:17:00.004-06:00

Mariana's grandparents were here for the past week. She doesn't get to see them very often, but I think she warmed up to them after a few days.

Mariana at Mercer Arboretum

2011-03-14T20:53:00.006-06:00

On Sunday, I took Mariana to Mercer Arboretum.

Sometimes, when we are walking on trails, Mariana gets bored and fussy. But if I jog or bounce her around in her backpack, she gets happy again. I only need to do it for a few seconds, and she perks right up. I filmed this over my shoulder to see what she looks like when I jog. Hilarious.

Harvest Carrot

2011-03-11T23:00:00.003-07:00

Mariana likes our garden and all its curious details.

Today's Field Trip

2011-03-06T13:17:00.002-07:00

We try to take little field trips with Mariana each weekend. This morning, we went on a little hike at Sheldon Lake State Park.

February's Leftover Photos

2011-02-28T18:37:00.003-07:00

These are some photos I took this past month, but never got around to posting until now.

By the way, Mariana is walking on her own now. She has been doing this for the last couple weeks.

Here, I took Mariana to a state park in Houston (only 15 minutes from our house). We walked the trails while I took photos. She seems to dig her backpack carrier. As she gets more comfortable with it, she messes with my head more.

She really likes walking around outside. She touches our garden plants and giggles.

Static Hair

2011-02-18T20:17:00.000-07:00

Potpourri Box

2011-02-09T18:40:00.005-07:00

We recently celebrated our wedding anniversary. For one of my gifts, I made Jenny a potpourri box with a sliding lid. I don't own a scroll saw, so I had to cut the lid design by hand. Actually, I made the whole thing using only hand tools. No electricity involved.

The sides are walnut. The top and bottom are maple.

New Patio

2011-02-04T22:38:00.003-07:00

We recently had some work done on our patio.

As a result, we now have a fire pit, which Mariana insisted on inspecting from the inside.

January's Leftover Photos

2011-01-30T13:59:00.003-07:00

These are some photos I took this past month, but never got around to posting until now.

Jenny Chasing Quincy

2011-01-24T20:17:00.005-07:00

Jenny is on a business trip, and we all miss her.

Also, just for random fun, check out this sequence of images:

The Girl in the Purple Jacket

2011-01-21T21:05:00.004-07:00

Mariana's First Steps

2011-01-19T19:49:00.004-07:00

Mariana has started walking!

Recently, we have gotten her to stand for a few seconds. She would take a step, maybe a step and a half, then collapse.

Then today, she did this:

They See Me Rollin'

2011-01-16T00:17:00.002-07:00

I made Mariana a wagon to push around the house.

We wanted something sturdier than those we have seen in stores. On this one, she can pull herself up on the handle without flipping the whole thing.

I think it turned out well. Mariana seems to like it.

Contrary Kid

2011-01-08T22:40:00.002-07:00

Over the Shoulder

2010-12-30T20:45:00.000-07:00

Opening Christmas Presents

2010-12-29T20:43:00.001-07:00

Look Both Ways

2010-12-17T21:06:00.001-07:00

Mariana likes vegetables.

2010-12-12T13:16:00.006-07:00

Our winter garden is coming along well. Mariana inspected it today.

Radishes, lettuce, carrots, kale, broccoli, cabbage, etc.

1st Birthday Party

2010-12-11T20:57:00.004-07:00

Mariana's birthday party was last night. She smashed and ate a whole cupcake for the first time.

Thanks to everyone who came!

Walking with a little help

2010-12-05T19:01:00.001-07:00

Brandon, Clown, Micky

2010-12-01T18:24:00.004-07:00

My dad scanned a bunch of old family photos recently. While home for Thanksgiving, I copied them. This is one of me and unsmiling my brothers. I cleaned it up a little with my photo software.

From left to right: Brandon, me, and Micky.

I don't know who took the photo, when they took the photo, or why I am a clown. Maybe my parents will let us know in the comments.

Wooden Presents

2010-11-29T18:47:00.004-07:00

These are some presents I made. I took them to Iowa to give to my brothers' kids.

A herd of elephants, made of poplar. It is a pull toy.

A magic coin bank, made of maple. You put a coin in the little drawer hole and close it. The coin is gone when you re-open the drawer.

A pencil box, made of oak and padauk. The lid slides out one end.

Back From Iowa

2010-11-28T22:26:00.003-07:00

I took everyone to Iowa for Thanksgiving. This picture shows Mariana at my parents house on Thanksgiving Day.

We made it back to Texas today.

She is my number one fan.

2010-11-14T08:20:00.002-07:00

Rocky Raccoon 25k

2010-11-06T18:24:00.003-06:00

This morning I drove up to Huntsville State Park and ran the Rocky Raccoon 25K trail race. 25 kilometers is about 15.5 miles.

Jenny took this photo of me just before I crossed the finish line.

I hadn't ever run this distance before. My longest training run ever was 13.1 miles, and my longest race was a 10k (6.2 miles).

Mommy & Bunny

2010-11-01T19:50:00.000-06:00

There is a bunny in the pumpkin patch!

2010-10-30T21:54:00.002-06:00

Happy Halloween!

She is excited for Halloween.

2010-10-23T23:10:00.001-06:00

Let Me See Your War Face

2010-10-09T22:23:00.003-06:00

Fascination

2010-10-01T20:31:00.003-06:00

Mariana is fascinated by what goes on outside our windows.

At the Dog Park

2010-09-26T19:13:00.004-06:00

There is a new dog park near our house. We have been visiting often. Quincy loves it.

More Photos From Oregon

2010-09-14T21:00:00.004-06:00

The colorful one was taken inside a lighthouse.

Whisky Run Beach

2010-09-10T22:39:00.004-06:00

We just got back to Houston after spending a week in Oregon. Here are few quick pictures.

Practise what you know, and it will help to make clear what now you do not know.

2010-08-30T18:19:00.005-06:00

Mariana made art at school.

Mariana Crawls

2010-08-29T20:04:00.004-06:00

Mariana started crawling this week!

She was scooting, rolling, and doing kind of a backwards crawl before. Now, she actually moves forward. It is time to baby-proof the house!

Little Lady

2010-08-15T19:48:00.001-06:00

Rugrat

2010-08-13T22:15:00.001-06:00

The Little Ones

2010-08-07T13:00:00.001-06:00

Toy Mirror

2010-08-05T21:31:00.002-06:00

Why So Serious?

2010-08-04T21:11:00.001-06:00

Splish Splash

2010-08-01T15:09:00.001-06:00

Together Again

2010-07-30T19:08:00.002-06:00

Mommy is home!

Sweet Potatoes

2010-07-29T17:25:00.003-06:00

Mariana really likes her vegetables, but sometimes her facial expressions might make you think otherwise.

Mirror Mirror

2010-07-28T19:54:00.004-06:00

Sweet & Happy

2010-07-27T16:43:00.001-06:00

Where's Mommy?

2010-07-26T17:12:00.007-06:00

Jenny left the country on Saturday. While she is on her business trip, I get Mariana all to myself.

This is the first time that Jenny has spent even one night away from Mariana. Her first time away is a week-long trip to the Middle East. All week I will be posting new photos of Mariana - mainly for Jenny to see every morning when she awakes.

Tooth

2010-07-25T13:20:00.004-06:00

In the photo above, you can see Mariana's first tooth. I barely caught that photo, because when I was photographing her this morning, she spent most of her time sucking on her foot.

Red Top

2010-07-18T19:47:00.003-06:00

Quilt

2010-07-17T15:42:00.004-06:00

Two of my aunts (Betty and Janice) made a quilt for Mariana!

Mariana's Table

2010-07-05T15:57:00.006-06:00

I built this little play table for Mariana's room. I used wood and paint leftover from other projects. It has a little storage area underneath for toys.

Giggles

2010-06-29T20:20:00.001-06:00

More Seattle Photos

2010-06-25T23:28:00.002-06:00

Seattle Weekend

2010-06-14T20:51:00.003-06:00

We spent the weekend in Seattle, attending Elizabeth's baby shower. We had a great time, and it was nice that a bunch of that side of the family got to meet Mariana for the first time.

Buddies

2010-06-04T22:55:00.001-06:00

Solid Food

2010-05-30T13:59:00.004-06:00

Mariana had her first solid food yesterday. It went very well. Despite the expression on her face below, she seemed to really like it.

Aunt Traci Loves Mariana

2010-05-18T19:09:00.002-06:00

Recent Photos

2010-05-16T20:42:00.003-06:00

Mothers and Daughters

2010-05-09T13:37:00.005-06:00

Happy Mother's Day!

Reclined

2010-05-05T20:39:00.003-06:00