On our final day in New Hampshire, we went out to breakfast and Hugs had a great time frolicking outside.
After breakfast, we went out to the lake.
I got all geared up for a big outing on the inflatable kayak. I named the boat Chillo. I named Grandpa’s other kayaks Lenny and Dottie.
After Mommy, Daddy, and I all went out, Grandpa took it for a spin, too.
When we got back home, Grandma read me a story as we began to wind down for our trip back to Portland.
Today we walked down through the forest to the edge of Grandma and Grandpa’s property, where a kayak was waiting for us.
I was all outfitted and ready to go!
First I went with Mommy…
…then with Daddy. I helped both of them paddle.
When we were finished kayaking, I helped Grandma make brownies. My job was to stir the batter 50 times!
Mommy and I went adventuring with some friends to Beacon Rock in Stevenson, Washington. These 5-year-old legs walked to the top of a big ol’ rock 848 feet into the sky!
The best parts of the hike were when the path made an “overpass” over another path.
Sometimes I needed a milk break.
Mommy’s friend, Aliah, told me about the little islands in the Columbia River.
That’s Oregon over there!
That’s my buddy, Quinton.
After walking for an eternity, we finally made it to the top.
I told Aliah that the monsters on my knees are named Rocco and Taco.
Aliah’s daughter, Cay, is a squirrel whisperer.
I was happy to get back to solid ground after walking back down to the forest.
Mommy and I celebrated. We did it!
It was Mother’s Day today! First thing in the morning, I surprised Mommy with a LEGO creation I secretly made at Bricks & Minifigs.
I also made her an awesome painting!
Then we set off to Oregon City to go for a little walk. Mommy is one of those people who likes to go outside when the weather is nice.
I wanted to test out every bench along the walking path.
After passing about a dozen benches, we found Willamette Falls.
Oh, and a pedestrian bridge!
Then we headed back to the car because it was really hot and our winter skin was not accustomed to such sunshine. Mommy had a great time!
My friends, Crystal and Chris, are visiting here from Los Angeles. For our first day, we headed to the Columbia River Gorge to see Multnomah Falls. But due to last summer’s forest fire, the amazing pedestrian bridge was closed.
So we headed over to another area called Bridal Veil, which I went to with Grandma and Grandpa a couple of years ago. This time, I was a major fan of bridges.
The Overlook Loop trail had nice views of the Columbia River, but I made sure everyone also saw I-84.
Then we went to McMenamins Edgefield for lunch at a converted fire house.
If you cross an aerial tram with a ferris wheel, you get the Vegas High Roller.
At occupational therapy, I climbed up this super high wall ladder. Miss Danni took a picture so I could see how much taller I was than Mommy!
The Autism Society of Oregon set up a sensory-friendly Santa experience. No music or camera flashes! (They GET me).
Still, there was no way I was going to look at the camera lady. (You can’t just trust a total stranger.)
Instead of asking for toys, I got down to the important business of asking Santa what airlines he’s been on. He said North Pole Airlines. What?? Never heard of that one…and I’ve heard of ’em all.
I also let him know all of the roads we drove on to come see him.
Then it was off to the craft table to make a cool ornament. Thanks, Santa!
Yesterday, we went to the Oregon Zoo to see their annual Christmas light extravaganza, ZooLights.
But first…had to check out this awesome bridge! (I love bridges.)
Then it was time to hit the carousel, one of my favorites.
It finally got dark enough for the lights to turn on…
Then on to my other favorite – the zoo train!
Added bonus: Supermoon!
Today we left Seattle to come back home, but enjoyed a little morning time with Kenji.
Kenji is my favorite cousin, so I gave him a little kiss.
Kenji really liked his birthday balloons!
Bye, Kenji. See you again soon!
