The Zelly Zone

Learning how to be a big sister to Virginia

Miss Virginia got her first bath in the hospital, not long after birth.

Hazel got to help Nurse Kristi

.. make sure to get between each toe …

The Amorsley Girls… aren’t they beauties?

I remember this tractor well from childhood. Dad mad this for Wayne and I, not sure what year that was. Looks like Hazel is *almost* too big for it:


Making the vroom vroom sounds.. heading out to the field to get her chores done:

For Halloween this year, Hazel dressed as Hermione Granger. And here she is with her pumpkin, which she cleaned out and carved herself.

Hazel and her goofy Bapa, dressed in Tumwater High school cross country gear (left by my brother and sister).

Hazel’s a third grader now and walking or riding her bike to and from school each day. For a couple of years now, she’s been getting around on her trusty Dazzle Jazz with its 18″ tires.

Hazel grew an inch between the end of 2nd grade and the start of 3rd. It was time to step up to a sporty new Trek, with its 20″ rims.

After a few adjustments and a safety checkout at the bike store, Hazel’s ready to roll. This bike rates two thumbs up from Hazel, mostly because she finally has a kick-stand.

sweet pink princess or demon possessed vacuumer? either way, the couches were de-furred!

Hazel now sports the sophisticated bi-focal look

Hazel the Brownie

With her best friend, Walter

Is Walter helping with that computer game?

Or is he just looking for love?

Hazel got a guitar from her Auntie Auntie Linnie for her birthday. On New Year’s Eve, we entertained the family. Eventually, we’ll even be able to play songs together.

Hazel, looking fashionable and relaxed.

Hazel drew this picture of herself a few days ago. Note the ‘jazzy’ pants and the fashionable shirt and belt.