Throwback to that time we learned to walk

From April 15, 2015

We will miss you, Fiji

Bula Vinaka, Fiji!  We had a wonderful time!

Moce, until next time!

Derp

This kid takes after me.

Back to the mainland

Vacation is tough.

We are headed back to Viti Levu today.  We have 3 more days on the mainland before we go Down Under!

Sometimes you lose a shoe along the way

Too much fun was had today.

He's asleep.

Life without internet!

The last 5 days were spent without access to reliable internet so I am back-posting for the days we missed.  We are currently at Mantra Ray Island Resort and it is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been.  We are staying in a little hut just a few feet from a beautiful beach off of which you can snorkel across a live reef!  I mean, this isn't just any reef; it looks like something out of a movie!  A few strokes out and you find yourself completely surrounded by hundreds of colorful fish.  It's so beautiful! And after yesterdays adventure, this place is like heaven!

Last day at Beachcomber!

Today is our last day at Beachcomber!  It has been a lovely and relaxing few days!

Beachcomber Island!

These are photos from our trip over to Beachcomber Island.

Last day in Nadi - Garden of the Sleeping Giant

Yesterday we spent the afternoon hiking through the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, an orchid garden just outside of Nadi.  Today we are catching the Yasawa Flyer for the first time to head out to Beachcomber Island.

Pal's first time at the beach!

We took Pal to the beach yesterday for the very first time.  He was a little timid in the water since there were (small) waves and it tasted funny, but he enjoyed his time there nonetheless.

Pal LOVES the water!

I think we have a swimmer on our hands.  The pool here at the resort is pretty cold, but that doesn't stop Pal even for a second.  He LOVES the water.  I think this will be the perfect trip for him!

Here are a few photos from our first day on Viti Levu…

Lose a day to the International Date Line

July 5 - It was like it never happened.

Pal did GREAT on the flight last night.  What a little trooper!  He cruised around the airport as fast as his little legs could carry him until it was finally time to board.

We flew on Fiji Airways, and let me tell you, what a fantastic experience.  This was hands down the best customer service I have ever gotten from an airline.  They made sure all of our bags got on board (see picture to appreciate the full ridiculousness of this feat) and Pal had everything he needed.  They put us in the bulkhead seats with tons of extra space and shortly after take-off they brought us a baby bassinet that bolted to wall for Pal to sleep in.  It was almost too small for him but he slept comfortably there for 8 hours until it was time for breakfast.  One of the nice flight attendants gave him a freshly baked blueberry muffin in exchange for some smiles and little smacks (aka. high five).  We got off the plane semi-rested and ready to take on some Fijian adventures!

We checked into the Tokatoka Resort here in Nadi and we are headed out soon to check out the downtown area.  Super excited!!!

(The Big Az Chicken Sandwich was super gross… in case you were wondering.)

We are off to LA!

Today we pack up and fly to Los Angeles for the night before we ship out tomorrow night for Fiji!!!


Pal loves to share his food... and if you're really lucky he will offer you his bink.  That means you are forever friends!

Last few days in the USA!

We are enjoying our last few days in the country.  Pal is getting lots of good snuggles from the grammies and grandpies before we leave.

Like Father, like son

It's the same face!

We have had so much fun playing at the lake.  Pal loves the water!  It looks like we have a swimmer on our hands!!!

A day of play in Maine!