Hartford Greek Festival

Just like last year, we went to the Hartford Greek Festival for a nice evening of Greek food, some music, and then a walk in the park.

The girls, dancing to some Greek music.

Then some relaxation, mosquitoes, and baklava, in the park.

Acadia 2010 (Part 2 of 2)

Another beautiful day in Acadia. Julia hiked all the way up Day Mountain, then down on the other, then all the way around on the carriage path. A good 3.4 miles or so (>5 km). Since the alternative would be for me to carry her, I was very relieved (Julia is heavier than she used to be... and I'm not in very good shape).

The girls at the summit of Day Mountain.

Some decorations that Julia picked for me.

Cutie pies.

Back at the cabins, two little plumbers were picking shells.

Julia was really happy to have friends to play with.

Enjoying a sunset.

With vôvô.

The next morning, walking around Jordan Pond (again, Julia managed to do the whole walk by herself!).

Taking a break near a bridge, with vóvó.

And then some popovers, with jam.

Yet another hike, this time along the Ocean Drive trail. Sand Beach is in the distance.

She loved playing in the water at Sand Beach.

But it was too cold for anything more than ankle-deep.

Then back at the cabins for a last evening in Acadia.

BBQ fresh fish, salad, and a bottle of wine.

A last little game with Rosie (Julia's already wearing pajamas).

Acadia 2010 (Part 1)

Acadia NP is becoming our favourite destination for short trips (one week or less) - we had to go back for the third year in a row (see pictures from our 2008 and 2009 trips). This was the first time we went in the spring.

This is Julia having a nap, in a hotel halfway to Acadia (we stayed the night in Ogunquit).

The girls.

We met up with friends in Acadia. Julia loved having kids her age to play with.

Picking up shells and rocks, and "skipping" them on the water.

Several views from Cadillac Mountain South ridge:

Julia had a blast hiking around, running to the next blue marker or cairn.

Later, on a walk to Bar Island, which is accessible on foot at low tide.

We could see Bar Harbor from the island.

Sunset back at the cabins.

More to come...

Bowling!

Abby's birthday, and a bowling party.

Stella came too, and slept for most of it, despite all the noise.

The ball-return was by far the main attraction.

Julia hoisting her 7lb ball... nobody got squished feet.

Snazzy bowling shoes.

Birthday girl taking a break from all the fun.