Jason, Donna, and Family's Visit

Jason and Donna came for a visit with their family the day after we got home from Montana. Donna and the kids drove up from Arizona; she brought Anita, a girl that lives near them, with her to help. Then Jason flew up to join them. We had lots of fun! They headed south on Monday to see other family.

Spectators during some ping pong games Playing "Around the World" At Kayak Point State Park, on the way to find the first geocache of the trip... Kayahni had the honor of spotting this one first! The kids loved watching the sea life and the people crabbing and fishing off the pier. These were female crabs that had to be returned to the water. A fabulous shelter someone had built on the beach...notice Tyler holding the crab he found. :) Anita was brave enough to walk all the way out to the ends of those prongs! On the ferry as we left Anacortes for San Juan Island on Friday So much to see... At Roche Harbor...the kids loved walking along the marina, looking at the boats. Just relaxin', taking in the view At English Camp Part of the beautiful formal garden

At Lime Kiln State Park...we were all disappointed not to see any whales this trip, but it was a gorgeous day on the island and we had a great time. Dead Man's Bay, just a short hike from Lime Kiln. Tyler with the piece of kelp he acquired. So many possibilities! Bryce busy at his favorite water's edge pastime: throwing rocks into the water and hearing the splash! Donna and I soaking up some rays with Kayahni Busy on her masterpiece!

Andrew hangin' out Jason and Tyler found another geocache; I went along for the hike and the view. Taking a picture of his travel bug, to be left behind in the cache Part of the spectacular view from this spot...notice the dragonflies? They were all over in this area! Awww, helping a tired little brother

Dinner at Friday's Crab Shack before we boarded the ferry Look!! A passing ferry and Mount Baker Entertainment! Who needs quarters, anyway?!

A little back-yard catch Putting together the new grill - thanks for your help, Jason! At a local Stanwood park on Saturday afternoon Another geocache on the trail from the park! A little game of 21

Kids finishing the evening with root beer floats Bud and Gina had us all over for dinner Sunday after gospel meeting. The game of bocce ball was sure fun! Just three weeks apart in age - Bryce and Melania having a conversation