more trip pictures

Wow, lots of great pictures, apologies for double posting some of these... we're transfering betweeen MK's and LL's computer. Had a great visit in AK - it was so nice to be able to just let Madelyn roam and explore! She is still retelling endless numbers of stories about "the party," Unkie's airplane, G-pa's greenhouse, her big girl bed, and the blanket G-ma made. She got to meet her (my) cousins Hannah and Chris, and Aunt Sue and Uncle Will and has had fun looking through pictures and pointing them all out.











After AK, we flew to Portland and stayed at the "cabin." That night we played in Jamison Park, where there is a great water feature that tons of kids were playing in. The next morning we drove to Hood River and met the latest addition to the Haspela family. Madelyn was instantly in love with Hazel after not seeing her (except on the computer) since Thanksgiving. A testament to her picking up on how much we love the Haspelas! Baby Catherine is amazing - quiet, peaceful, and cute as can be. We were to glad to have been able to meet her and hug up her family!












On our way home from Hood River, we stopped at Sauvie Island (near Portland) and u-picked organic strawberries! Alas, I forgot the camera?! But, rest assured, a good time had by all - the day was sweltering around 98 degrees, the field sprinklers were on, and the pickings were delicious!

Thanks to all of our family and friends, we had an excellent trip visiting with all of you! Back to routine life in JH...