Day 217

My cousin, Melissa was very fortunate to be able to fly over from Japan to Seattle during the time my parents and her mom are visiting. Since she flew over in a military plane, she found a commercial flight run via the military back to Kadena, but the catch was she had to be at the airport at 11 pm tonight for roll call. We ended up spending a couple of hours hanging out at the airport tonight and I snapped this photo with my iPhone of my mom and aunt sitting next to Melissa's luggage. In the end, she was not able to get on the flight, so that just means a few extra days with us.

Day 94

Yes, once again, I am at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport about to board a plane in search of some sun. Yet, this time, I'm really going just to see my family. The boys and I are headed to Tulsa, OK to see my brothers tonight and hang out with them. I also hope I get to meet my brother's girlfriend. I have heard she is really sweet and nice, and she has a dog. We are a dog loving family. I haven't seen my family since September and I do miss them. So here's hoping to great flying and a great time with family!!

Day 78

Vacation is over and it's time to go home. We had a great time in the desert, but it's time to go home to the rain. We arrived at the airport a bit early since it would take Mike some time to drop off the rental car. While we were at the gate waiting for the plane to come in, a very kind lady who had been to a wedding gave Mike a container of bubbles to entertain the boys. Mom grabbed the camera and this is my favorite shot. You can see the bubbles and the sheer joy on my boys' faces.