06 April, 2013

The Shafers come to Hawaii!


We were so excited to find out that Chris' best friend and his family were going to come to Hawaii.  It was an amazing opportunity to renew a really good friendship for all of us.  The kids got a chance to get to know each other better.  We had so much fun!  We got to spend two days with them during their visit.  We went to the Polynesian Cultural Center and then have a great BBQ at their cabana on the beach at the Pililaau army resort in Waianae.  It was so much fun to talk with them and watch our kids giggle.  
the kids being silly at the PCC
watching the boat parade together

Lainey and Joe tried out some of the games in a village
Joe was so proud that the Fijian warrior let him hold the club!
Aunt Megan was so generous to get Evie a matching head lei!

*on a personal note, my favorite moment was when Megan and I sat on the beach watching our kids and reading books together.  We had a good chat about each other's books and were comfortable with the quiet between us.  It was so nice.
the BBQ turned out great!
Chris was very proud of his fruit arrangement

Lizzy so loves the beach
 Ally does too, just not at this moment
 Joe so enjoyed being at the beach

 Evie and all the kids had a great time making this sand palace!


 Even V enjoyed the beach, though I felt like washing his mouth every two seconds, 
that darn hand!
 We all had a wonderful time.  We are so grateful that through all the moving of both families and the changes and new additions, our love for each other has remained the same.  Thanks guys for coming to see us and including us in some of the activities.  We loved it!



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