Balenas came to stay

A few days after we returned from our Keys trip, the Balenas came to stay.  It was such a treat to have them come to our house. 

We took them to our favorite ice cream spot.

We ate waffles and whip cream together almost every day.

We had 2 great days at the beach with perfect weather and waves we could swim in. 

 All the cousins got along famously!

We took a night to roast hot dogs and endless marshmallows.

 We mostly just played in a sea of toys with an occasional sword fight or weapon war.

Doug tried all week to win this guy over.  He finally got him to come to him willingly the last day.

 Doug had to take them fishing of course so we headed to the bridge for our final evening of together.

Mer was so happy to have Liz around

We miss you more than ever Balena family! Cousins are the best!