The highlight: Trying to get a photo of Sam and Isa together. This was sweet Isa's one request. Do you think Sam would have any of it? Stinker.
Now Joe, that was another story, he was in love with everyone yesterday and loved sharing his kisses with Isa!
We tried to distract them for a photo - sweet Isa again!
It was fun to chat with Nicole again, last time we were together was in Guatemala 2006. We were picking up Sam and they were visiting Isa. We keep in close contact thru the blogs http://isababycakes.blogspot.com/. So I feel like I knew her kiddos already!
Finally a hug!
So we decided to tackle the dunes. If you think walking in loose sand is tough, try climbing!!! But these kids were troopers!
The Climb...
The view from the top.
The celebration dance, and they quickly headed down the trail to the other side!
The slide back down. Sam had fun with Isa's cousin Michael, too!
It was a pleasure to meet Nicole's mom and brother. Her brother was so excited about the rides at Walt Disney, we loved hearing about them. Oh, they had never had Bob Evans, go figure, and they loved it!
Sam and Isa again
Playing in the Sand
Joe and Daddy, this was Joe's first trip to the sand! His reaction...a little overwhelmed. Loved playing in the sand, walking...not so much. And the water? Not at all!
Sam's toes in the cold water of Lake Michigan
And this little love - Kai, Kai. What a mama's man. He made sure Nicole was in sight at all times, who could blame him? He was the same size as Joe! Only a little over a year old!
Isa and Nicole and Family,
Thanks for making this trip possible. Our family was honored to come a few hours to meet you on your cross country trek. We are so glad you made Indiana part of your journey. We cannot wait to return the favor. And Mark, we are ready for some of your cooking!
Dan Ashley Sam and Joe!
