4th by the sea

So we didn't make it up to the island in time for the 4th festivities (parade, fireworks, etc.) since they celebrated on the 2nd and we arrived on the 3rd, but we had a lot of fun with family and a spectacular view!

swimming-

 viewing-

 bbqing-

 cousins-

 coastline-

 kissing-

 laying-

There was a dance at the community center.  Tobi was so tired since she had no nap that day and it had been a very full day already...but she was so sure she wanted to go to the dance.  She got there and sat in a chair watching for about 20 minutes...I was sure she would fall asleep.  But suddenly she decided she wanted to dance...

 She danced with serious determination...and she couldn't be stopped!

We were all so busy watching Tobi's dancing that we didn't even notice when Kirstie Ally came in... (she has a a house on the island and shows up to things like this from time to time).  Of course we found out the next day that Jon and Shay had danced with her, but they had no clue who she even was.  Ben saw her as we were on the way out...I was oblivious...so I went back in to catch a glimpse.  I think she is even thinner than she was at the end of dancing with the stars.  We were thinking if we had stayed just a bit longer it would have been a great photo op of her and Tobi dancing together.   But it may be just as well, since Tobi had no interest in anyone dancing "with" her...I think she was afraid her style would be cramped.  That would have been a photo op of a whole different kind!  Maybe it's better we took the over tired toddler home when we did :)

The rest of our time there was filled with more fun...

hikes-

ice cream-

kayaks-

naps-

 

 seafood-

And then it was time to head back home...

Bye Islesboro...see you again soon!