Our Summer Vacation

It's a little late in coming but better late than never right?

(Beware, lots of pictures are coming in the next few posts!)

As the story goes....

Way back when, Grandpa Kemp accepted a 2 year assignment that turned into 20 years (at least that's how Grandma Kemp describes it). Thanks to that "2" year assignment, Bryan was privileged enough to be born and raised in the beautiful land of Panama. It is a magical place full of wonderful childhood memories and experiences for Bryan. So, every few years (after saving our pennies & frequent flier miles) we head to Panama so our children can get a sampling of the beautiful place where their dad grew up. If you ever get the chance to visit Panama, DO IT!! It's a great place!!

Now for the geography lesson...

Panama is the southernmost of the Central American nations, it is south of Costa Rica and north of Colombia. The Panama Canal bisects the isthmus at its narrowest and lowest point, allowing passage from the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean. Panama is slightly smaller than South Carolina. It is marked by a chain of mountains in the west, moderate hills in the interior, and a low range on the east coast. There are extensive forests in the fertile Caribbean area.

The travel log begins...

Our little family enjoyed 10 fabulous days in Panama this past summer (June 14-24, 2008). We went to the beach, got stung by jelly fish, worked in the temple, played in the rain, did lake fishing & deep sea fishing, fed monkeys, took a tour of the locks, stopped by the zoo, took a tour of Old Panama, went shopping, renewed old friendships, made new friends, and had just a jolly 'ol time!! We feel so blessed to have enjoyed our vacation with both sets of grandparents. The kids LOVED spending time with Grandma & Grandpa Flores and Grandma & Grandpa Kemp!!

Stay tuned for more details!