My Dad's First Visit

My dad had not yet been to visit us in Washington, as we were excited to see him get the vacation time off to come out! Because of our unique location on the Peninsula, we spent a lot more time driving around to different places of pique interest. I never complain because I truly love every nook and crany of this place, that it never gets old to me. Our new house is located near a beach that overlooks the Strait of Juan de Fuca, so my folks walked that every morning and most every night, beach combing and watching the sea birds. I took them to all my favorite locations like Neah Bay and Cape Flattery/Hobuck Beach, La Push to watch the sunset, Hoh Rainforest, and Ruby Beach, to take in all parts of the majestic Pacific. We enjoyed a short hike up to Merrymere Falls. We drove up Hurricane Ridge to the mountains and walked around, taking in the vast views from the visitor center. We spent countless hours in the sunroom, talking, relaxing, and enjoying one another's company. Hopefully they will come to visit again soon.

Hurricane Ridge

Infamous La Push Sunset

Hall of Mosses Trail, Hoh Rainforest

My dad taking in the view at Ruby Beach

My family at Hobuck Beach

Never ending energy

Playing on Ruby Beach

My mom taking in view at Ruby Beach

Checking out the tidepools.

Tiny Sea Star

Happy Trails!

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