A little recent history

I had these pictures on my blog, put were unpublished, so thought I better get them on here! 

Our last night together was my dads birthday so we got a sitter and took them out golfing in Chemainus (Steve did AMAZING!) and then out to the Page Point Bistro (thanks Dealfind!). It was such a wonderful experience and finally the sunshine and warmth came out... typical the day my parents leave is the day the rain stops and the warmth comes out! 

Background looks fake, but it wasn't!

Wine Vision

Gorgeous Harbor, across from Ladysmith

On our last morning together we went for a hike up to Crofton lake and took a little detour to find "Green Lake" it was a fun adventure!

 My mother the hiker... shes happiest in the woods, and that is why she needs to move here! And her lasting legacy she has left with us "Caroo-koo-koo-koo-koo-koo-koo!!!" The girls use this call every time we hike!!

 Grandpa doling out the girls motivation to keep going

Wonderful Grandma coloring Easter Eggs with the girls! 

My parents left the day before Easter, but we had to get to church early to help with Kidsland and then to help out with the Annual Crofton Easter Egg Hunt 

 Too bright 

 BOUNCY CASTLE!!!

 Coloring for the coloring contest, which she ended up winning- a beautiful stuffed bunny... she was VERY excited!

 Collecting Easter Eggs

 They had WAY too much fun on the bouncy castle, I think they went on the obstacle course 100times each!

 Family Goofy Photo

Victoria with the Parents

We started the trip out with a visit to Beacon Hill Park, as my parents have never been. It was a beautiful day and there were lots of baby goats. The girls had so much fun chasing them around trying to brush them.

Goats were nibbling all over Danika, one was trying out her hair, she was pretty disgusted and wouldn't go to sleep that night without us washing it first!

We've been to Beacon Hill a few times but haven't walked down to the beach... this is what it looked like, it was so calm and the perfect spot to sit and eat snacks!

My beautiful mother... so blessed by this lady!

My mom and dad, thanks for spending your vacation time with us... it means so much to us!

I LOVE this picture... they got these shades out of a treasure box and were pretending they were secret spies!

Grandpa and his girl

Eating at Red Fish, Blue Fish (or maybe it's Blue fish, Red fish!) Neat little seafood place on the Victoria Wharf- we ate some yummy fish tacos and some fish and chips.

Hike in Mermaid Cove

My hubby the camera-man

Danika with her grandma

We just love exploring

And having our own 'quiet time'

I think I was reflecting on the blessings in my life... and praising God for such a beautiful spot to live in!

My dad and I conquering the 'mountain'

So peaceful

Hiking buddies

This little girl did pretty good on her hikes... but needed a little help once in awhile

Ocean Discovery Center

While my family was here we got to play tourist and practice using our camera- we had HUNDREDS of photos, but I narrowed down and chose a few of my favorites!

Genoa Bay Cafe

On our last night with my Grandma, Aunt and Uncle we took them to the Genoa Bay Cafe for the best dinner ever! We all enjoyed every bite of each course and had such a nice last evening together!

The whole group

Dad and Mom

Beautiful Genoa Bay

I love this photo... my mom and I love to laugh!!!

My handsome hubby

So peaceful

Coombs

The weather didn't cooperate too well, but we still tried to make the best of it. Grandma, Aunt and Uncle hadn't been to Coombs before so we took them on a little road trip.

My Dad and his mom

Granny and Danika

My beautiful Grandma... such a beautiful woman inside and out!

Freezing our bums off... but still had to get the yummy ice cream!

Granny with her great-grand kids

The group

With my grandma and aunt