Gabriel Secret Beach

We took an awesome day trip up to our "Secret" beach yesterday. It is a long drive up there, a tough hike down and up with all the gear, but 100% worth it. The snorkeling was awesome, a local fisherman was showing off to us (he caught 2 octopi), I found tons of sea glass and pottery, and we had a great relaxing day. Just what the doctor ordered!!

First School Dance of the Year

Brenna had her first school dance of the year. A group of 8 girls got ready together then headed to the big event. Everyone had an "OK" time, but we parents couldn't get too much information out of them. I think there was too much supervision! HA!

First Day of School Pictures 2010

We started the 2010-2011 school year with a Typhoon on Okinawa! The kids were able to get one day under their belts, and then we had a day to rest during the storm! Fortunately, the storm did not impact our neighborhood too much - downed branches and such was the worst of it, but our beloved Okuma got hit pretty hard. Work crews are working around the clock to get the resort area back up and running. It should be fine in a week or two. Of course, it is Typhoon Season, and we have another one headed towards us tomorrow! I guess our Labor Day weekend will be spent playing games and watching movies - could be a lot worse. Brenna is happy with her 8th grade schedule . . . lots of work ahead, but she will do great. Morgan has a great 4th grade teacher and we are excited to see how she progresses this year. Sydney has a BIG class but a highly organized teacher (Morgan had her too), so it will be awesome for everyone!