We met up with Mike's twin brother Pat and his family in Waldport, Oregon. We rented a beach house that was the perfect setting for us. The front door view was of the Alsea Bay Bridge and blue sky, while the back view was all beach, overcast skies, and the beautiful Pacific Ocean! In between was sand, and I mean lots of sand! We had snow shovels so that the sand could be moved off of the driveway, and there was literally a sand dune right next to the house. As the kids ran, jumped, and boarded their way down it, I was sure one of them was going to come straight through the window! I have tried several times to post video I have of this, but for some reason it is not working. I will try and post it later as its own entry.
Our days were spent kite flying, rock hunting, exploring tide pools, playing in the sand, wild adventures that made moms nervous, and just plain chillin'. Oh yeah, maybe some swimming in skivvies and a little shopping too! Nights were spent around the campfire, and staying up late watching movies (the teenage boys, that is).
The Oregon Aquarium was entertaining for all ages. The sea otters and the shark tunnel were favorites.
We finished off the week by visiting old friends (I say that lightly) from our Navy days, the Whitehursts. Another family from our Navy days also happened to be in the area at the time, so we had a wonderful evening together eating great BBQ, reminiscing of days gone by, and catching up with family life. Was a great way to wrap up the week!
If you noticed that Kellen is missing from the coast pictures you are very observant! Following the tour of OSU he headed out on his first road trip to Sacramento to see one of his good friends. I am happy to say he has made it home safely, and although he was missed by us, he had a good trip of his own. Of course, he forgot to take any pictures!
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