We have been having so much fun this past week playing with Grandad and showing him around the island. We have even gotten him to doing some stuff he isn't used to. Braelyn's favorite activity here is riding the piki piki (Motorcycle) so Grandad got to cruise around the island on two wheels.
An activity that he probably isn't used to but did over and over again here for us is the dishes. No machine to help out so it is long and hard. Grandad was always happy and willing to lend a hand to help out where he could.
There are sand banks like this around our island. This one is about 2 miles offshore and is beautiful. At high tide is disappears but at low tide, there is lots of sand and great coral to snorkel around. As we were taking in the beauty of the water around us, Grandad made a spectacular entrance off the boat face first in the water. Thankfully was not hurt and we all had a good laugh at his expense.
Grandad also got to spend time holding and playing with this cute little boy who is the only person from this island named Justin. One of our best friends here decided to name their son after Justin and we have become very attached to him. He is always full of smiles and laughs and we can't wait to see him grow up.
And of course Grandad wouldn't be Grandad if he didn't get half of the island rubbing their hands together every time he saw them. Justin is hopping the people here have short term memories and don't continue this greeting ritual when Grandad leaves. Regardless it has been special having him here with us!
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