So, over a lovely weekend in January, Jenelle, Annika and Jonathan had the lovely trip to sunny Florida. This trip was a landmark event for several reasons:

  • the travelers got to see their beloved Florida relatives, the East-Coast-Clan (a.k.a. the Michaelis family);
  • it was Annika’s first non-direct flight (she did fine–a layover is just another chance to eat);
  • Jenelle and Jonathan paddled around in the Michaelis ship (the S.S. Canal Carnivore) and plucked coconuts from the waters of Cape Coral;
  • the travelers were treated to a number of wildlife including herons, dolphins, pelicans and two endangered species, burrowing owls and manatees;
  • Jonathan got to see American street signs in German;
  • everyone enjoyed an evening picnic at the beach;
  • they collected seashells at Sanibel Island;
  • Matt peeled coconuts and Autumn used them to make yummy pina coladas;
  • the trip finished with a fun Family Home Evening.

You can see some pictures here.