Not only did we get to spend whole chunks of time with Sharon and the kidlets and go off exploring on our own, but we also got to go to several really nice places as a 'family unit'.
First there is a local park in Seabek (about 15 minutes from the house). It is part of the Hood Canal watershed. It is spectacular. Right across the water is a small mountain range (guess it is part of the Olympics).
Bex was so taken with looking at the scenery and following what Conrad was doing (throwing rocks) that she let Grandpa hold her for more than 15 minutes (a world recod for someone other than Sharon).
Also got to see some local wildlife.
Bex was so taken with looking at the scenery and following what Conrad was doing (throwing rocks) that she let Grandpa hold her for more than 15 minutes (a world recod for someone other than Sharon).
Okay, not so wild, but really big!This was where Conrad threw rocks and he and Grandpa played catch and Bex walked in the grass. A pleasant afternoon was had by all.
The next afternoon we trundled off to another local park known for the ducks that are usually around looking for food. Unfortunately there were no ducks, but there was a playground that Conrad made good use of and of course other photo ops. 
One morning, we took off on our own to visit Poulsbo - a Scandanavian town about 10 miles north of Silverdale. 
As with all towns in that neck of the woods, it sits right on some body of water, and has a nice walking path right along the waterfront.
Mike had been there before for Justin's wetting down ceremony - so most details were a bit hazy. Mom had also been there before but had not had time to visit ALL the shops on Main street. She made up for that oversight this trip. Mike, of course found a Scandanavian bakery and bought too many tasty treats.
One morning, we took off on our own to visit Poulsbo - a Scandanavian town about 10 miles north of Silverdale. 
As with all towns in that neck of the woods, it sits right on some body of water, and has a nice walking path right along the waterfront.
Mike had been there before for Justin's wetting down ceremony - so most details were a bit hazy. Mom had also been there before but had not had time to visit ALL the shops on Main street. She made up for that oversight this trip. Mike, of course found a Scandanavian bakery and bought too many tasty treats.
On our last full day, we went to the Kitsap County Fair - yes a real live local fair complete with blue ribbon baked goods, all variety of animals (from dogs to cows to sheep to llamas). There was also a petting zoo where Conrad got to touch some baby animals (Bex was not allowed in). Bex was a bit overwhelmed by all the people and animals, but she was really good the whole time we were there. 
And here is Conrad with his favorite part of the fair: 
Yes, at the National Guard area they let him sit in the Hummer - he was in heaven.
And here is Conrad with his favorite part of the fair: 
Yes, at the National Guard area they let him sit in the Hummer - he was in heaven.It was yet another enjoyable day in our too short visit (check with Sharon as to whether it was too short or not).
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Another great one with some fun photos!
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