A Hike & Some Whales

After our wonderful time on Anderson Island, Tim and the kids went home. I, on the other hand, stayed for some relaxing friend time.

Girl Time!

We stayed up late talking. Drank in the gorgeous sunshine of the morning. Ate delicious food and set off for an island hike.

Crossing the bridge

There are times when your soul is so full of the beauty of God’s creation, that you lack for words.

An empty beach

Pacific Northwest glamour.

Coming back to sit on the beach near the house, we glimpsed some fins in the far distance. Jumping up and shrieking , we KNEW this was part of the pod of orcas that have been swimming near the island. Kirstin, our beautiful host for the day, has been searching for a sight (however small) of these elusive whales for weeks. Into the kayak she leapt, and off she raced.

Catching the whales

It was an absolutely thrilling end to the incredibly beautiful time on the island. Kirstin and Shari (who grabbed the second kayak and followed) were treated to a magnificent orca show. We could hear the whales singing and crying from shore.

Truly, this is one of the most stunning places to live.