Awoke to sunshine and warm temps. The apartment was very warm last night,
partly due to the Mexican food. Late
start, over to Bren’s around noon. Dean
had a very fussy night but it’s hard to tell because he is so cute. We pull all the baby stuff together and set
out for Girdwood the ski valley along Turnagain Arm. This continues to be one of the most
beautiful drives in the world and one of our favorite. The mountains are covered in green with small
spots of snow. The tide is coming in and
the foliage is thick and green. We spot
a mountain sheep on the way. We drive
into the valley and go for lunch at Chair 5.
Dean’s first restaurant experience and he is very agreeable while we
eat. On Uncle Brian’s recommendation we
visit the voted # 1 most beautiful laundromat in the world!!!!! On up the valley to Crow Creek Mine to visit
where Brenna and Zach got married. The
site is beautiful as ever with flower baskets everywhere. Visitors are up here trying their hand at
gold panning. We take some pics, one
with Dean and Mom in front of the sign.
Less than two years ago Dean was but a twinkle in their eye. Back to Anchorage for some face time. Dean is changing very fast now. He is focusing on our faces and objects in
the room. His smiles are coming more
frequently and less often as gas.
Leaving the cutie and returning to apartment for the night. We are always tired at night, not sure how
Mom and Dad do it!
Welcome
Rambler’s Blog – Alaskan Grandparenting 101 & Minde's Great Adventure July 8 - August 31, 2016
A word about this blog…. It has been our goal in recent years’ lengthier travels to record for posterity a diary of travel stats, pictures, and personal reflections. So, when we can no longer indulge in trains, planes and automobiles we may relive fond memories. We have invited a few friends and family to ride along through this travel blog (a combo of blather and log), risking exposure to bad puns, spelling errors and sore feet complaints.
This is our first trip to Alaska as Grandparents. We sure hope we do it right! There are majestic mountains and valleys, mighty glaciers and roaring rivers but they pale in comparison with the power of baby Dean. He has filled our hearts to bursting with love and makes us speak gibberish. He is very patient with us and we're sure he thinks we're 'special' already.
Another first born, niece Minde from Buffalo, is joining us during our stay. She is celebrating high school graduation and taking a break before starting at Erie Community College in the fall. We have assured her parents, Wende and Pete, that we will take good care of her. She is already refusing to carry the bacon on hikes. Way smarter than us!
We will blog off and on. You are welcome to join us as you will. Glad to know you're out there!
Grandma and Grandpa Simons
* We may not have daily access to Internet so updates may be delayed, but once they appear they will be in sequence
* The blog includes pictures based on the day’s blog, sometimes delayed depending on schedule and access.
A word about this blog…. It has been our goal in recent years’ lengthier travels to record for posterity a diary of travel stats, pictures, and personal reflections. So, when we can no longer indulge in trains, planes and automobiles we may relive fond memories. We have invited a few friends and family to ride along through this travel blog (a combo of blather and log), risking exposure to bad puns, spelling errors and sore feet complaints.
This is our first trip to Alaska as Grandparents. We sure hope we do it right! There are majestic mountains and valleys, mighty glaciers and roaring rivers but they pale in comparison with the power of baby Dean. He has filled our hearts to bursting with love and makes us speak gibberish. He is very patient with us and we're sure he thinks we're 'special' already.
Another first born, niece Minde from Buffalo, is joining us during our stay. She is celebrating high school graduation and taking a break before starting at Erie Community College in the fall. We have assured her parents, Wende and Pete, that we will take good care of her. She is already refusing to carry the bacon on hikes. Way smarter than us!
We will blog off and on. You are welcome to join us as you will. Glad to know you're out there!
Grandma and Grandpa Simons
* We may not have daily access to Internet so updates may be delayed, but once they appear they will be in sequence
* The blog includes pictures based on the day’s blog, sometimes delayed depending on schedule and access.
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