Brian and I started the day off with a little exercise. There is a wonderful trail behind Mom's property that follows a small canal which goes on for several miles in either direction. The canal road takes you behind homes and fields with views of horses, well tended gardens, and of course the hills of Wenatchee. It is one of my favorite places to walk. Brian ran ahead and I brought Savannah and Smoke along for company.
The day was spent visiting, playing and enjoying family. Mark and Brian talked news, politics and world events.
Smoke created a secret fort in Mom's special garden. He's always been fond of finding bushes to hide out in and this spot is particularly cool in the Wenatchee heat.
Brian did a bit of coaching with Leandra (right) and Irene (left) and taught them a few helpful techniques of baseball. It was the first time I'd seen him interact with older kids and it was so fun watching him!
Team Chapman's starting line up! Derek, Leandra, Brian and Irene.
Shannon, Leandra and Derek took turns batting while I pitched (camera in hand, ready for the next photo opp!) It was a blast!
Derek taking a break next to Aaron who was spending a little quality time with us in the shade.
Peter hanging with us outside.
Brian, Leandra, Derek and I had a whale of a time playing in the pool. The main event was getting Savannah to (reluctantly) swim.
Later that night we all watched "El Dorado" and played Phase 10. It's been great hanging with the family and we look forward to another day of it!
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