San Juan Island Visit

Today was a GREAT day.  We set off for Paine Field Airport around 9am.  By 10am we were in the air headed to San Juan Island, specifically Roche Harbor Airport.  The flight was beautiful.  PJ sat in my lap while Ry did all the important stuff, which meant there weren't really free hands to snap pictures.  So instead you will have to picture perfectly blue skies, with a bit of low fog between some of the islands, and a sweet little boy who sat so perfectly in Momma's lap.  The first half of the flight PJ sat looking out the window and just taking it all in.  Then the second half of the flight PJ got a little antsy so I pulled out some cheerios.  PJ ate some cheerios and then created a little game where I would pour a few cheerios into my hand and then he would grab one at a time and put them back in the container, eating the last one each time.  He had so much fun with this game, that he was distracted for the rest of the flight.  When we landed, we walked down to Roche Harbor and met up with some friends, Scott, Eva, Jona(PJ's age), Eva's sister, and two new friends.  We all grabbed some sandwich fixings and headed to Lime Kiln State Park to have a picnic and hopefully see some Orca Whales. 
We had a lovely lunch and the entire time we ate there were Orca Whales breeching, blowing water, and showing off their dorsel fins all right in front of us.  What an incredible lunch!  Apparently the last week there had not been a single sighting which made us seeing them today that much sweeter!  After the Orca Whales headed south out of view and we wrapped up our lunch we went for a little hike to a lighthouse and then on to the park's namesake - a lime kiln.  It was nice little walk along the southwest side of the island along the water, a great view of the Olympic Peninsula and Victoria Island.  PJ walked for about a half mile along the trail all by himself, before looking for a ride from one of us.  I wish I had captured Ry's face at how proud he was of PJ when he told me how far he walked. 
Instead here is the only picture we got which was of the lighthouse at the park.  After our hike we headed back to the airport for our flight home.  On our way home we flew over the area where we had seen the whales earlier to see if we could see anything from the air.  With just the right light on the water both of us were actually able to see the whales!  A most perfect day to visit friends and to take a flight. 

PJ with his buddy at lunch

Lighthouse at Lime Kiln Park, Victoria Island is in the background.

Artwork

PJ got to use lots of colors at school today

Rosie Girl

Oliver is not the only boxer that knows how to find a soft place to relax.  It looks like Rosie girl knows how to find somethign that fits her size a little better!

Rosie girl found PJ's chair.



Oliver Trying to be Mini

My parents visited this weekend, which created a full house with their 3 dogs, Oliver, Rosie, and Bella and of course our Cheyenne. They played so well together and were quite chill in the house, although no one is as chill as Oliver.  Olie boy loves to be on something soft, even if it means folding himself up into a bed meant for a mini aussie!  I love when he comes to visit.  He is such a good boy.

Bridle Veil Falls

Today we went for a hike to Bridle Veil Falls with some of the folks in our church growth group and my parents.  It was the hottest day of the year in Seattle, the temperature was 93F, a new record was set.  It had been 3 years since we had been in the 90s, so although warm its hard to complain since that is just not that normal a temperature around here.  In fact prior to this weekend it had only been above 80F for 50 minutes all year! 
Since it was hot out, we decided a shady trail and a waterfall at the end was the perfect activity.  The trail was at least 10 degrees cooler and the waterfall had a nice cool mist to eat our lunch near.  We all drank plenty of water and all had a great time.

Bridle Veil Falls

Daddy and PJ feeling the mist of the waterfall.

Younk-O Fun family photo!  PJ is nearlt 15 months old.

G-Ma, K, and PJ

2.5 miles was a lot for Olie boy, a comfy spot was no longer required as long as he didn't have to move!

Successful Spoon Eating

PJ had a delicious dinner tonight. The meal was extra tasty because he ate 90% all by himself!

 

 

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Little H

While Ome was visiting we all went over to Uncle Grant's to see how the remodel was coming along.  Pj enjoyed Uncle Grant's cat so much we wound up sitting in the grass, in the sun, chatting and watching PJ explore the yard.  PJ followed Little H around as much as she would allow. 

PJ found Uncle Grant's cat - Little H

PJ sitting in Uncle Grant's lap made the kitty curious

Little H trusted PJ as long as PJ was sitting with Uncle Grant

Sunny Saturday

Today we had some sun and the real camera out to capture some good moments with Ome, who has been visiting for the past week.   Select the link to see all the pictures taken.

PJ and Ome

When PJ is outside he insists on holding the chuck-it.  As you can imagine this drives Cheyenne nuts!

PJ using Ome's hand to go down the steps.

A boy and his dog

PJ is starting to smile really big when he sees the camera.  We call it the big cheese.

PJ has found a whole new love for the cart Poppy made for him. 

Playing Outside

PJ and Momma. 
PJ's feet don't quite touch the ground yet, but he still thinks the balance bike is the best outside toy ever!

Reading Before Bed

Bedtime routine at he Younkin house starts about 20-30 minutes prior to bedtime.  The routine starts with a bath and then he gets his pajamas on.  Sometimes diapering and dressing PJ can be a bit of a wrestle so after the struggle we give him some time to roam.  PJ runs around his room taking books off shelves, driving his trucks all of the walls, floor and furniture, and then within 5-10 minutes he starts to wind down and sit.  tonight we captured his winding down on camera.  He just suddenly sat on the floor and started turning pages to one of the books he had earlier discard to the floor.  PJ was adamant that Momma could NOT help him turn the pages.  



PJ is showing Momma not only can he turn the pages, but he can also point out the characters.