2016 THE FINALE

We made it back to Las Vegas in October. A couple of the kids were happy to see us.

John was happy to have Kenzi teach him some new age computer skills...

Seth even showed up for a photo op with his daughter:-)

It wasn't long before we headed back to the boat,
this time we took the scenic route visiting my sister, Gwynith in Moab.

Park Avenue, Arches National Park.

John and Gwynith

At the windows section of the park.

....with my Sis, at Fiery Furnace

Delicate Arch littered with tourists.

We enjoyed brunch on the Colorado River at Red Cliffs Lodge. The views of Parriott Mesa, simply stunning.

The Priest and Nuns and Castle Rock in Castle Valley, UT

Back on the road through Idaho along the Columbia River.

Moving back in to boat life.

John surprised me with a new stove.

I just love my new Force 10!!!

We got new sanitation lines for Christmas.

Friends Cindy, John and Zeus stopped by while on a walkabout.

Never ending boat projects.

Enjoyed trimming the tree at Mat and Liz's
as well as an awesome prime rib dinner on Thanksgiving.

Then it was time to return home for Christmas.

...and more boat projects at home!

Patches liked hanging out with the presents.

Taytem helped me harvest lemons from my trees.

I borrowed the dental office for the grandkids cleanings and sealants.

Broke out a fraction of the nutcracker collection.

A Christmas outing at Ethel M Chocolate's cactus garden.

Impromptu sleep over with granddaughters and doggie!

We fit in a wonderful Christmas dinner party with friends and neighbors.

We enjoyed a habachi dinner with our friend Bill as well.

John preparing to smoke his King Salmon from B.C.

Awesome smoked salmon!

Love the grandkids!

Makenzi, Kallysta, Gavin
Toviah, Taytem, Aleena

Christmas party with the kids in Las Vegas.

Heading back to Portland after Christmas.

We were fortunate that tire chains were not necessary.

Morning fog on the Columbia River.

Making our way to downtown Portland.

Waiting for the Steel Bridge on the Willamette River to lift so we can pass.

The sun popped out for a nice walk through the shops in the afternoon.

Lucky Girl and Pairadice at their downtown digs for New Years Eve!

....with reservations secure for dinner....

we walked up the boat ramp and down the street to dine with friends.

At dinner, my sister, Gwynith photographs the best!

After dinner the New Years celebration continued on the docks.

Good friends Cindy and John ringing in the New Year!

No problem hosting nine people on the boat (unfortunately not everyone is shown).

Lucky Girl left early New Years Day, heading back to the Salpare Bay Marina.

First mate in training.