Monday, September 26, 2016

The Best of the Summer




I can't believe another summer has come and gone.  This one seemed so short! Luckily the weather was beautiful most weekends.  Perfect for chilling at the cottage.. hanging out with family and friends.  Due to the warmer winter, the water was much warmer than usual (although still chilly :)) and much choppier than usual.  This limited canoeing some.  But all in, it was a wonderful summer with friends and family. Here are some photos from our time at the cottage...



Getting ready to roast massive marshmallows with cousins Justin and Dexter

Maya barely fit this one in her mouth

Justin is trying hard
Dexter succeeded!
Taking a ride on the 1000 ft+ urban slide - unfortunately it was not slippery enough for Aidan
Lunch on the deck with cousin Katie


Hanging out at Blue Mountain with Katie

Group photo with Aidan, Maya, Katie, Sarah, and Mike.  It was nice to see Katie and Sarah after such a long time.

We were happy that Grandma and Grandpa could join us for a few days at the cottage.  Here they are at Coffin Ridge winery in the big red chair.

Grandma with Maya

Grandpa with Mike
Maya impressed us with her waitress skills


We enjoyed the visit of Tash and his family
Aidan being really good with Tash's young son. 
Playing Pokemon Go with my new walking buddy!
An amazing sky at dusk

Canoeing on the Beaver River
Aidan seemed to enjoy himself!
Taking a break on the river
 Visit to the Meaford farmer's market

Maya with cottage friends Cloe and Ella


Touring the Creemore Brewery

They had free samples!


Checking out MIFF for Mike's birthday.  Tickets were easier to come by than TIFF!
Mike and Carol on a rare date night at MIFF.