Melanie took the opportunity to paint the ocean waves, an unusual subject for her. I think she did a great job, but she wasn't as enthused. I did see her take several photos which she often uses for references in future work.
Those with the mostly uncoordinated Paulson gene, had a difficult time skimming, however, son-in-law Daniel had success and a great time. Monday's weather was not nice, so we didn't get another chance to try out the boards again. Hoping next year we'll have a chance to use the boards more and the kids will succeed.
After the beach, we drove down to Astoria for the annual climb up the Column to throw balsa wood planes from the top. I didn't go to the top as it was just so nice to enjoy the sun and the various views from the hill. We then drove down the hill for a bite to eat at Fort George pub and brewery, followed by a huge ice cream cone at Scoopers in Long Beach. Yummy, and a very rare treat for Gary and me. We shared a 2-scoop cone and really it was too much as we don't indulge in that much sugar these days.
Since we haul the trailer to the reunion every year, we arrive early and stay late. Soon I'll share some of our Monday excursion.
7 comments:
What a great place for a vacation. I love Long Beach and Astoria. I told my husband if I had seen Astoria first, I might have had a hard time deciding which place to choose for our retirement!
Beautiful photos of your family!
Nice to get cool by the ocean:)
love Annette
Dear Von, Thank you for stopping by my blog and catching up with me. It's been a while! Lovely trip to the beach for you and your family... I've loved looking over your blog to catch up, too!
Hugs, Deb/LavenRoseRamblings
Super pics of the beach and I love the lady painting, that is gorgeous.
How nice--it looks like a great vacation spot!
Wonderful pictures from a happy time at the beash. Astoria and Long Beach are such beautiful places.
Great pictures Von. What fun your family reunion must have been.
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