Visiting with J Grandma & J Grandpa

Mark and Wendy are in town for the week with Isaiah, Mariam and Colin. We are so excited to have them visiting during the summer with fantastic weather all week. The kids had been asking to out on "J Grandpa's" boat so we took this day to go over to Kingston. As we were leaving Everett, we heard "Securite, securite" and the announcement that an aircraft carrier would be pulling out of the Everett navy base. We passed them as we left the marina but soon they were behind us and quickly overtaking us on our starboard side. Our assumption is that they were headed to Elliott Bay for Seafair. We also saw a navy frigate as we headed back to Everett. There was a lot of marine traffic today so it required close attention to what was going on around us.

It was glassy smooth so we had a wonderful time visiting in the pilot house and spending time on the upper deck. I think the kids had the most fun playing in the cabin and climbing the ladder to the upperdeck.

When we arrived in Kingston, we barbecued hotdogs for lunch and then walked into town to Mora's, our favorite ice cream place. Kingston really is a lovely little marina and it is fun to watch the ferries come and go. During the summer, the park next to the marina hosts a farmers market each Saturday as well as evening concerts throughout July and August.

Our run back to Everett went smoothly although the water got a little rough by the time we reached Mukilteo. It was a wonderful day and one that the kids will remember for a long time.