Small Visitors (and their mom)

This past week Annie and her two boys Joe (age 5) and Jack (age 4) came down to Cayman for an amazing (if I do say so myself) vacation. I think it helps that the weather in Kansas this week was around 15-25 degrees F. Here are some highlights from their trip:

The boys enjoyed an impromptu bath at the fountains of Camana Bay.

Poor planning on my part left the boys wet for the next 30 min, but I don't think they minded much. We just loved the shots with the Christmas Tree in the background.

The boys also went on the Jolly Roger boat cruise were they both became real pirates and Joe actually steered the boat. The Captain was telling him which way to turn the wheel and he did a very good job.

The weather was nice here, about 85 degrees F during the day and 80 F at night. We spent each afternoon at the beach. The boys LOVE sand. Like a lot. They could not stop touching the sand, it was impulsive.

One morning there was a 10 minute rain downpour that of course we were caught in when we took the boys to the Turtle Farm (where they were able to hold sea turtles). We didn't bother to tell them why they call it a "farm". Sometimes innocence is bliss.

They also were able to hold an African Grey Parrot and a Cockatoo, with a little help.

Stingray city was another stop for the boys. The water was a little rough, which made catching the stingrays a little difficult.

Joe learned to snorkel on this trip and did a very good job. He liked seeing all the fish in their home. It took me longer to learn how to snorkel than it did him. His brother was more concerned with drinking fruit punch and playing in the sand to learn how. Maybe next year.

It was great to see the boys and Annie, and even better that I will be back in the US next week and can see them again!