Grandma Shinsel and Papa's Trek

When we first moved to Juneau, I was just barely pregnant and as most of you know, we were making a VERY quick move. So in my sick/tired/worried state, Grandma Shinsel suggested that I not worry about fitting all the baby stuff into the Uhaul which was already packed to its brim and just let she and Papa bring it up later on this summer. What a load of relief! I'm not sure she knew what they were getting into though ;). So last week, she and papa embarked on the about 26 hour drive from La Grande to Prince Rupert, BC where they caught a 30 hour ferry to Juneau in their surburban packed to its brim with all things baby. Thank you, thank you, thank you.
On Friday morning we met them at the ferry dock where Sydney awaited her "mystery guests." She was so excited to see them pull of the boat in Grandma's car! We didn't waste anytime while they were here since due to their even longer journey back because of a ferry ride over Labor Day, we only have 2 1/2 days with them in Juneau. After unloading all of our stuff, we were able to see bears, salmon running, the glacier, visit/eat downtown, pick some berries, go fishing, visit the fish hatchery and even a waterfall! How's that for two days? Sydney LOVED having them here to play with and seeing them when she woke up from her naps and in the morning. It was very sad to see them go so soon, but I'm grateful we will see them again soon after baby boy arrives. :) A million thank you's for taking that very long trek to Alaska to bring us our stuff and much needed hugs. We had a ton of fun. And just for effect.... they left Sunday afternoon from Juneau and just got back home this afternoon (Thursday)... what a trip!

The raindrops on the camera make this shot more authentic given it how much it rains at this time of year in Juneau and almost the ENTIRE time during their visit :).