Stories with a view

After church and a yummy lunch, it was time for a well needed nap. But before this little one would go to sleep, she needed a few stories. So, she climbed on Grandpa's lap in his office and they shared a story together.

Then is was Grandma Cathy turn, this time it was a story in Bryce's bed, or maybe was it two or three stories? No matter, it was special time and she took a great nap.

After that very refreshing nap, it was time to enjoy some time on the deck. The sun was out, there was no rain and we were loving it. Bryce noticed that Grandpa was not wearing his Crocs so she decided it was a great time to borrow them. They match her jacket, so that has to count for something-she a matcher!

Our view while eating dinner on the deck. I made fresh Salmon Oscar, and it was divine . In case you don't know what that is, it is salmon with lump crab meat and asparagus piled on top of each other and then topped with hollandaise sauce. Any takers? I love to cook.

How sad, in just a few short days we will be on that plane. These last 2 weeks have gone by so fast. Winding down for the night, snug and cozy with Wamma Cathy.

Can you believe this BEAUTIFUL picture. It is 9:45 at night and I can't believe how gorgeous the view is. My has these two weeks just flown by. Where did they go? We have had such a great time, but are so sad to see it end. Thanks so much for having us Grandpa Ken and Grandma Cathy! We will never forget it!

Morning Bubble Wars

Alan and Grandpa Ken started the morning with a men's breakfast with the men at church. While that was going on, Bryce and I enjoyed some time with bubble wars. We had such a great time and we were even snuck up on with the camera by Grandma Cathy. We enjoyed this girl time and I know that this special time will continue.

After Daddy and Grandpa came home, it was time to go on an adventure. Our destination was Gig harbor a very fun ,quiet little town, except for today. The whole town was out and enjoying a celebration. What fun for all. Even more fun was had when Bryce came across this horse, it was a must. She did such a great job, I think and I will say it again, "someone is growing up".

Happy Birthday Martha!!!

Happy 1 Month Birthday Keaton and Lawson!!!

We Love You!!!

How many?

How many rides can a little one go on? As many as she can with quarters from mom's purse. Tonight, we enjoyed a wonderful dinner at the Mongolian BBQ. Oh, can you say,"yummy"? Then Grandpa and Grandma went to shop for a new computer. While they did that, we took Bryce to the indoor mall next door. We knew there were toys and run around time for the little princess.

Bryce loved going up and down the slide. She enjoyed all the interaction with the other little ones. We loved watching her enjoy this wonderful time.
Crash!!!

Look who learned a new trick from the older kids.

Hey Daddy, I see a new place I want to go into. It was an Arcade, and Bryce knew there was fun to be had.

Once inside the Arcade, Bryce had a great time riding on so many toys. How fun it is to watch our little one growing up and wanting to enjoy new things.

Playing in the rain

What kind of mother am I? A mother that got the biggest smile from her little girl when I said she could go play in the rain. Bryce saw that Grandpa Ken was in the rain, mind you he was on the covered deck BBQing. Well that was enough for her, she requested her rain jacket and boots. How could I resist, what was it going to hurt? Nothing! So her wish was granted and the laughter and joy began. Thanks for playing in the rain with Bryce, Alan. You are a great father!

Going on a Goose Chase

We all were ready for an adventure, (kind of, I have a very nasty cold) and so we headed for Vashion Island. It is a very beautiful drive which even includes a ferry ride. Bryce was so excited about this. She has done this many times before on our adventures up here, but I think that because she is older, she enjoyed it so much more. After we got off the ferry, it was time to see some beauty. Everything is so green from all of the rain and smells so crisp (what I can smell). Bryce told Grandpa Ken that she wanted to see a horse, so he found her one. She then said, I want to see a pig, we looked but we could'nt fill that request. But we did find these Alpaca's instead. How cute they are with their fresh shorn coats. We were on a goose chase as Bryce would say.

As usual, when we visit Vashion there is a trip to the Hardware Store. No, not a real one, it used to be back in the day, but now it is a yummy little restaurant with fabulous food. With full belly's and a little shopping, we decided to head back across the water. A few days before, we had read in the paper that a Humpback whale was feeding right where we were taking the ferry. On the way over, we looked so hard but never came across him. Then on the way back...there he was. What a treat that was! These pictures are so far from where he was, we were on the dock waiting for the ferry. But we did get to watch him, which was so fun.

If you look really hard in the middle of the picture you can see his water spray Walking with Daddy!
Look at those dramatic clouds. If you don't like the weather around here, wait an hour. Our little climber! Careful little one!

Look at all those fish!

Chasing a pigeon with Grandpa

Flying on Grandma's shoulders

Looking out the window of Grandpa's truck on the ferry

Bound to happen

After running around doing the hardest work of my life, and to now to be doing nothing, of course my body is in shock. With that happening, I got a cold. Not what I wanted at all, we are trying to have fun and how can you do that when you don't feel good? Well, the last few days, have been filled with great naps for Bryce (back to her 4+ hours) and a first for Alan and I in a long time. We watched movies, what a treat this was. If you have not see August Rush, it is a mush see. I loved it so much and it will be a must watch again.

Here are a few pictures from the last few days. We are praying for an adventure day tomorrow, so look for a new post. Having a cheese snack and looking so cute Cracker picnic with Pa Ken and her dolly, Karleigh

Wamma Cathy came home from a day of errands with some special gift for Bryce. It was a camera, flashlight, binocular set as well as some very wonderful puzzles. The puzzles are not like anything I have ever seen. They are so wonderful, thank you Wamma so very much!

Watching for the birds and the boats from the deck Daddy showing Bryce how to use her camera. She has it down and is a professional, wonder where she has learned that? Play time in Pa Ken's hats.

Cozy time by the fire playing puzzles.