Bainbridge Island! Let's do it!

This weekend included a trip to Bainbridge Island for a day away from the city and some October fun. After a sweet ferry ride where Sam demanded we hang out outside the whole time and at one point danced to a man playing an accordion-type instrument, it was off to a park for Sam to run around and (hopefully) tire himself out, which will of course be measured by how much he sleeps that night. We made sure he climbed a few small hills and some steps to add to the energy release. Then before doing some shopping and having a bit of ice cream (at Mora, YUM!), we let him throw rocks in the water. On the ferry ride back, Sam met a State Patrolman who hooked him up with some schwag, consisting of a badge and a pencil. It was a fun day, Mom and Dad are tired too. Nightnight.

Once at the front of the ferry, a gust of wind suprised our young hero.

But he regained his composure quickly.

And we moved to the "back boat," where Mom and Sam waved 'hello'.

Perhaps he has a future in gymnastics?

Yes, perhaps so.

He's ready for the monkey bars.

Sam enjoys a swing with Dad.

Sam, you gotta work on your aim! Plenty of strength though.

Comin' atchya!

...just before the stick went **splash**

Just before leaving, he drew a line in the sand just to make sure that Mom and Dad were on his team.