Brussels, Belgium

We recently found out that a family we know from our Whidbey days is living in Brussels for a year, and last weekend we made a daytrip out to visit them. It was great to catch up and see how much the kids have changed, and so relaxing to visit and reminisce with navy friends. They were gracious enough to brave the elements in order to show us the main square in Belgium and the Mannequin Pis. The latter was very important to us; we're classy like that.

Their three boys welcomed Brennan into their midst and he was so happy to be one of the guys.





Sleepy eyes.



A former mayor of Brussels.



The market square in Brussels.







Having fun despite the cold.



The Mannequin Pis! So worth the cold trip over.



I think it was too cold to actually pee.





Conveniently located waffle shop next to the statue.



Isla couldn't hold out and she missed some tasty waffles.



Belgium's Arch De Triomphe.



Random red crocodile.











Isla making a dent in some wonderful homemade ice cream. We had such a great day and really enjoyed hanging out with friends. I know the kids made the most of it because they both passed out within 10 minutes of the drive home.