Monday, April 29, 2013

They Explore the Olympic Peninsula

A week and a half ago, we took a daycation to the Olympic Peninsula. We stayed in Forks (Twilight central), which is the only sign of civilization for miles. Within a half hour, we found some of our favorite beaches to date.

WOn our vacation here two years ago, our beach experience was at Ruby Beach, a place Tyler had been when he was growing up. We decided to head back for a second (for me) adventure The weather wasn't fantastic, but it was still just beautiful. (Side note: as we were heading out the door of our apartment, I laughed and told Tyler I was bringing three jackets. I mean, how was I to know if I would need a rain jacket, fleece or a standard spring jacket? As we were getting out of the car to head to Ruby Beach (in 45ish degree misty weather), I realized that somehow, I had brought zero jackets. I had had my arms full to head to the car when I realized I forgot something. I put the jackets down to go get it, and well, they sat on the dining room chair all weekend. Good job, Kels!)

Ruby Beach
Tyler recreated a picture from when his family was here several years ago. Same frisbee, even!
Luckily, Sunday was absolutely beautiful. We even had some blue skies that allowed us to experience beautiful, turquoise waters (and warmth!)

Second Beach
Second Beach

Rialto Beach

The weekend was a great reminder of why we made the leap to move out here. There is so much we can do and so many things to explore. A quick drive to the ferry, short ferry ride and 100ish miles through the mountains and that's where we end up. That makes me a happy girl:)

Note to future Kelsey & Tyler: When trying to catch a ferry back on a Sunday afternoon/evening, don't expect to get on the ferry you want to. You will likely have to wait, for a very long time.

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