Summer Break 2017

SUMMER BREAK 2017

Erica and our niece, Nicole Clark.

This past week, we enjoyed a wonderful summer break with our niece and her boy friend, Julien. Together, we shared a beautiful few days on the Kenyan coast and, after their return from the Masai Mara, some great days of fun in Nairobi. 

A cheeky monkey at our beach side hotel

Summer vacation in Kenya for our family has often included an escape to the Kenyan coast and the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. We were very excited to share some of our favourite haunts with Nicole and Julien.

Emma and Nicole on her way to the Kisite Marine Park

Emma, Erica, and Ava at the Forty Thieves, Diani

Nicole and Julien at the Forty Thieves

Nicole and Julien tuk tuk riding in Ukunda

Coconut palms in Diani

Emma snorkeling off Wasini Island

Nicole with a star fish

Camel riding on Diani Beach

Fun at the Coast

Julien, Nicole, Ava, Emma, and Tristan

Hanging out at The Cave

Tristan feeding a friendly bush baby

Our new puppy, Bree

On returning to Nairobi, we surprised our children with a new family pet. Bree is a beautiful Weimaraner puppy. She has been such a joy. We are thankful for the gift of the memories we've already shared together. Our other dogs are very welcoming, and our cat, Hazel, well let's just say that she is warming up to the idea of another dog,... a little.

Ava, Emma, and Nicole walking Bree in Karura Forest

Ava and Nicole at the falls

Tristan and Emma

With August just around the corner, we are all very aware that Tristan's departure for Acadia University will be here before we know it. We are cherishing these days together of walks, games, and laughter. The changes ahead won't be easy, but we are so grateful for the family that God has blessed us with. 

In Karura Forest, Nairobi

Hanging out with Nicole and Julien

Julien and Nicole are on their way to Canada tonight. As we pray for their safe travels, we are so grateful for these past two weeks together. We know that they return with some pretty amazing experiences and stories to tell. We are have had such a great time together, it was just too short.