Vacation 2012!!!

 Well you know what everybody, and everybasset loves? Chocolate!

 And you know what else? Family visits!!

 Yes, it was that time of year once again, to hop on a jet plane for a trip with the girls.

 In Quebec, babies can drive speed boats.

 In the forest looking for elves.

Madeleine wasn't quite ready for the speed boat, so she tried out something that was a little bit more her style.

 Mirabelle was unimpressed and replied with cuteness.

 With Annou.

 And then it was Madeleine's turn for a speed around the lake.

 Next stop, a leap of faith.

GO!

Mirabelle was impressed.

 Sittin' on dock of the bay...

 It was long past due that Madeleine learned about the traditional Canadian canoe trip around the lake.

And then time for a swim. She has almost mastered the doggy paddle I taught her. Next stop, Olympic gold medal.

 More family time. Sheesh you'd think they would let me be in one of these one of these days eh?

 On the way back from the cottage there was time for a quick visit with Oma.

 Seriously, what did parents do before the portable DVD player?

 Next stop: Newfoundland.

 Three men and a baby.

 Cheers to the Rock.

 Madeleine and Nan Leggo.

 It sure is pretty.

 M1 and Aunt Joanne.

 M2 and Lorna

Madeleine shows some love for her Pop.

Cousin Josh.

 Rocky Harbour.

 If you ever get the chance, go.

 It really is amazingly beautiful.

Madeleine checks out the breathtaking view.

 Mirabelle definitely has Newfoundland in her blood.

Ranting and roaring.

My family.

Mirabelle takes the cake in this beauty.

After one more quick shot with Papa...

...it was time to hit the beach!

Which we had entirely to ourselves.

Mirabelle and Pop

And one more with our host.