Day 64: Family Memories

Nana Melink in the house where she raised Gina-Mom, and now where great grand kids Reina and Liam are growing up.

Early Birthday Cupcakes

And birthday spankings from Uncle Billy!

Day 60-62: A walk in the park

 After a visit to the farm, we went over to my mom's house where the kids raided the toy chest, and indulged in a variety pack of cereal, played with the dogs, climbed the tree house, and watched movies.  Ava went on a special date with Grammy to get a manicure and pedicure.  We also spent an afternoon at Pinchot Park hiking, swimming and picnicking. All activities that I enjoyed there as a kid.

Deep in conversation with Grammy about bears.

Day 58-59: Cook out on the Mountain

Resting after a long drive

 

Kayaking with Grandpa

Slaving away over a hot stove

Day 52: Rainy Beach Day Fun

USS North Carolina

They want this set up for their room.

Days 48-51: Water Babies

Day 47: Surfing

Going over the basics with Uncle Jason

Ava- not performing a head cage as instructed

Ava - a bit timid but she does get up.

Lizzy- working her way up to standing

Gabe- braving the waves

Gabe-He's up!

Casey- Surfing Champ of the Day (Ride 1)

Ride 2

Ride 3

Ride 4- This kid was unstoppable!

Day 46: She's Back

L to R: Emil, Milo, Lizzy, Oliver

 

After playgrounds, swimming, bowling, parks, Six Flags, etc. She is finally back home with us.

The seasoned traveler

Day 42: Marbles Kids Muesum

 A Day in Raleigh before dropping Elizabeth off at the airport to go visit the St. Louis Knights.