Monday, September 1, 2014

North by Northwest

Our next stop took us to cousins on the other side of the family.  More fun and good times!  The weather surprised us--although we always seem to bring the heat with us to Washington--so there was some of this:


 
and some of this:

Millie's first time on a kayak.
She wasn't so sure at first... as the boat wobbled while we all climbed in

but once we got moving, she settled down and actually enjoyed herself.

Kayakers unite!

Photog selfie

Serene and scenic


We had fun digging up mussels in the muddy banks
 
The next day we hit one of my favorite childhood fieldtrip destinations,
The Pacific Science Center:
 
 
 
The IMAX movie we saw
 
 
 
and other fun, interactive exhibits
 

 

Butterflies
Unfortunately our camera died right about here, but trust me when I say there is a ton to do and see at this museum.  The next time you're in Seattle with kids, you should go if you can.  And if you get to go with cousins, even better!
 
Wait, Aunt Lisa had a few more on her camera: