Babushka Is Here!

The rabbits were so used to people, they ate off Gerritt's hand without fear


Another adorable newfound friend


Playing on the beach near the Haystack Rock

My Mom has arrived from Russia on July 9th for another 3-week visit. One day of rest on Saturday & Russian babushka (grandma), Gerritt & I headed off to Cannon Beach on Sunday. Despite cool weather & even a sprinkling of rain, we've managed to tour the downtown; made several trips to the beach as well as multiple rabbit-feeding excursions; got our feet wet in the ocean; attempted to build a sand castle; slept in a log cabin, & enjoyed a campfire.


Gerritt & Mommy


The horse stables

We stayed at the Sea Ranch RV Park & Stables for only $100/night. Our log cabin was equiped with a small refrigerator, microwave, kitchen sink, a hot water shower, & a bunk bed with mattresses. Nothing fancy, but comfortable, clean & a good deal for a resort town in season. Besides the log cabins, the Park also has multiple tent camping sites. It is a dog-friendly place, so Gerritt enjoyed petting other campers' adorable pooches. The Park is within the walking distance to the beach, so it was great to park our car & just explore the town on foot.


Gerritt running on the beach


The campfire with babushka Nina on the evening prior to our departure

We didn't ride the horses, but showed the beautiful horse stables to Gerritt. I had several deja vu experiences on this trip. Traveling to Cannon Beach was our first trip when my husband & I just started dating in 2004. The second trip took place when I was pregnant with Gerritt.
A 2-night stay with about 5-hour drive each way was probably a bit short to count as a relaxing vacation, however, we were anxious to get back home to sick Sophia who had another round of teething/cold/flu-like symptoms. At least Gerritt got a glimpse of real ocean & the famous Haystack Rock. I will cherish the memory of us running together along the beach & away from the crashing waves forever. I taught Gerritt to collect sea shells, so he gave the prettiest one as a gift to babushka. She intends to keep it in her purse as a reminder of this trip. :-)