Beautiful British Columbia...

This past week we pushed our double stroller to the limits.  We pulled it up mountains, off trails, along rivers and through waves.  It is like our Thingamajigger from the Cat in the Hat... always ready for when James asks, "Mom, dad, are we going on an adventure?"

Picking up local fruit at Coombs for our journey across the island.

Stacking up the kids.  We could have three more kids, easy with this thing;)

We watched a salmon run where thousands of salmon swim up river (and up a waterfall) to spawn.  It was an awesome phenomenon to see in person.

Getting outfitted to ride the waves.  

View from our hotel room in Tofino.

Tofino is so enchanting.  It is easy to see why they filmed the movie Twilight here.

A sandy face only a mother could still smooch.

We were in awe by the old tall Douglas Firs in Cathedral Grove.  This is my happy place!

On the way home from the airport last night I was noticing our stroller was a little a lot worse for the wear.  But, ahh, if those wheels could talk.  

What a week we had exploring the Russell's stomping grounds.  Thank you so much for opening your beautiful home to us, feeding us impeccable meals, and taking us across the island!  Your scenery is so sublime!  Love you guys!