After 14 hrs. in the car arriving at the coast was a welcoming site. We had the time and at the last minute decided to jump in the car and take a quick trip to Cannon Beach.
Avery happily greeted her favorite seal! Actually the only seal that she will even get near! She was terrified of the Seals at the Seaside Aquarium while Addie couldn't get enough of them!
After a fun day of chasing waves and digging holes those two liked to get in a few rounds of Just Dance 4.
Why would I even think that Avery would love the beach, she is polar opposite of her sister! Avery was doing alright until a sneaker wave came up and totally got us. But still it was Paul and I who got soaked the girls were safe and sound high in our arms! Yet, after that Avery was very skeptical of the water, she like to keep her distance!
The first 2 days were a bit hazy then rainy in the afternoons, but have no fear we managed to keep busy!
After 2 fun filled days, Avery decided to stir things up a bit and have a bout of Croup that scared her parents half to death. But after a ride in an ambulance, a couple hours in the ER, and a really long night, the sun decided to shine and give up 2 absolutely beautiful days.
We managed to get out a bit and enjoy the sunshine, but not too long! 2/3 of the family needed a nap. Addie managed to sleep thru the entire thing, she thought it was a dream.
A little ice cream will make everything all better! We managed to create several masterpieces! The girls discovered the fun of watercolors. They wanted to paint just like Abby's grandma!
We didn't dare take Avery out, but I couldn't resist a beautiful sunset!
The rest of the family enjoyed the sunset from the warmth of the house! What can I say we were a little protective of Avery, and Addie didn't want to leave her Dad.
Let the Madagascar marathon begin!
Lots of movies, games, art work, dress up it was time to tell Mr. Bear Good-Bye.
It was extremely fun and exhausting trip. We are forever Thankful for the Parkers and their generosity and preparedness. As Avery needed a humidifier and some cold medicine and then when Paul got a stomach bug, they had everything we needed form medicine to movies. We were all able to relax and enjoy our quick get away to the coast.
P.S. If you are ever in Cannon Beach their EMTs are amazing, not even a dirty shoe mark to be found!
