Visit from the parents

Last week my parents came out for a visit. It was great to hang out and show them where we live and for them to see first-hand the reasons that prompted us to move as far away as possible without leaving the lower 48. We saw a lot of daffodils, but no tulips. We tasted a lot of wine and hit up all the touristy spots. I learned a few things about myself and wine: It turns out I DO like port and I prefer a buttery chardonnay as opposed to a fruity one. Who knew? I also learned a lot about where I live. But that deserves its own post. Now for the slideshow!

The first night they were here my parents cooked a tradtional Puerto Rican dinner of rice and beans with tostones. It was awesome! Here's a pic of Dad...uh..cooking.

Teaching Nikki the family recipe.

Crossing Deception Pass Bridge. Dad is not a fan of heights.

Dad holding it together for a photo with Mt. Baker in the background.

"Ooo Lordy! That bridge scared the @#$% outta me!"

View from our table at the Oyster Bar. This place is tasty. The special when we were there was Stuffed Boar.
Off to taste more wine!

Dad likes historical sites. Dad likes posing for pictures. Combining the two is nonstop fun.