Day 6

We started out today by leaving behind the crowded Tamarack RV Park. James expertly extracted the RV from there and then took us into Coeur d'Alene. He then had a fun time of trying to find parking appropriate of a giant rig like the Georgetown, 2 of the parking lots were so tight but the expert that James is got us out of the tightest places. Finally after we found parking we were off to explore the lakeside. First thing we saw was an Osprey nest. Beautiful skies also accompanied us there.

There were also 2 massive playgrounds, we had the boys try both out.

I loved all of the sculptures we found in all of the cities we visited.

So much to be done on the lake. Jude said that he'd like to try parasailing someday.

Jimmy was being the typical preteen but ever so often I got an illusive smile.

We also went on the floating dock and watched the boats coming in.

On the lakeside Jude built his own boat out of debris. It sailed well.

More of the beautiful blue skies.

On our way to the other playground we decided to nab our boys. They were good sports about it.

We got (had?) to listen to a free concert in the park. It wasn't really music for any of us but it was nice to have the atmosphere while the boys played.

The other playground was built as a huge fort. Lots of hiding places. Jude started up a game of hide and seek. He won! He was very difficult to find.

A stop and the toy store and the candy store on the way back was a special treat for the boys.

We then headed off to check out the Berkshire one of the potential rigs for purchase. It was very nice but we were unable to test drive because the RV dealer was currently showing it at a RV show.

Then we moved on to check out the Spokane River and the Sky Ride.

Jude was the only one who wanted to try out the antique carousel. There were rings that he could try to grab. He got so close a few times!

Spokane's city park had several interesting things the giant wagon/slide was one of Jude's favorites.

There was a cute baby duck paddling all over there too! So cute!

After we wore ourselves out completely we drove to our campsite at Riverside State Park - Bowl and Pitcher. It was a relaxing afterward for the day. The boys tried to catch crawdads with the site neighbors and all of them dunked themselves including James!

Day 5

Today we left Silverwood RV and traveled the many miles (18 to be exact) to Triple Play. The kids and we had a blast!

 We started out on the ropes course. Johnny was a little squirrel monkey almost running from one obstacle to the next 32 feet up in the air!

James could barely keep up with him.

But the biggest success story of the day was Jimmy when he conquered his fears!

 Jude got down first and I couldn't convince him to go back up the little stinker...

Grandma went too!

Even if he stinks I gotta love him!

Then we went mini golfing. Johnny was competitive to a fault and the kids started the hangry dance so we weren't able to find out who won. But I hit a hole in one and that's all that matters!

Then laser tag. Triple Play is a bit of a lie there is so many things to do.

Red Team won! Go Boys!

Arcade next!

And then bowling! I may have won the night! Not really I was the worst... But we all had fun!

Then we went out to drive the go-carts. Jimmy got to drive all by himself!

Then we ended the night in the water park, where all the boys developed gills. It has been a fun vacation so far!

Day 4

 

Today we started with a storm and (in between rides closing) spent the day in Silverwood. Jude proved to be a little dare devil and cried when he couldn't go on one of the roller-coasters because of his height. He did manage to try all of the others. 

James and I went upside down on the Spin Cycle. It was not one I would want to do ever again. Super scary, but I had to take one for the team!

To escape the rain we took the boys on the train ride to eat their candy apples. It wasn't much drier on the ride but the comedy was decent.

Jude allowed himself one "little kid" ride.

Candy shop fun!

To end the night we ate dinner while watching a magic show. It was pretty amazing. Jude was in love with it and had to have a card signed by the magician. He tried out all the card tricks with his one card the whole walk back to the RV.

Day 4: Morning

Well we started our morning with rainstorms and lightning as well. We being Oregonians are trying desperately to put on a good face. Honestly though the rain is not much more than a little drizzle. 

So we will be damp today in the park. Worst things have happened...