Thursday, February 20, 2014

They are here!

Steve and Joel arrived safely this morning. Their plane got in early, and they were able to go through immigration and customs in less than an hour. So, they were waiting for me when I got there.

We got to the condo/hotel (same place I stayed my first two days), the guys cleaned up, relaxed, and then we went to Cerro Santa Lucia for a short walk. Joel was interested in the castle at the top.


And a fine Chilean palm specimen:


Joel thinks this street dog was cute (and so did we). It followed us across the street, then continued on its agenda around the corner:


After several more hours of hanging out and relaxing, we went out for an early dinner.
Joel was fading.


We'll go  to bed soon, and when we wake up, Joel will be 12!  Today was a little easier for me then what I was doing at this time 12 years ago....





7 comments:

  1. Cecile, I just posted a note, but it seems to have disappeared. (??) I smiled really big when I saw the photos of your husband and son joining you on this adventure.
    I know you will all have great memories and GREAT FUN.

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    1. Thanks, Jim! I have really spotty internet at this place, and it took a while for me to be able to publish your comments.
      Joel appreciated your greeting, by the way!
      Cecile

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  2. I am so pleased to learn that the entire famdamily is now in Chile - back together to celebrate Joel's birthday, which I hope was a happy one.

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    1. Thanks Dean! I was pretty happy to see them both at the airport, particularly since they got in early. And Joel did like his birthday, even though it was a bit overwhelming for him.
      Cecile

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    2. This will be a birthday he'll remember for years to come!

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    3. This may prove to have been one of his most memorable birthdays!

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