In Vila with the kids

Jesiah, Gwen, and Addy returned to Vanuatu with me at our planned time but Houghton and Gretchen stayed back in Australia for 2 weeks for some appointments with Kaiden.  We had a nice time in Vila together before Hought and Gretch returned and heading back to Ambrym.

On the plane with the kids.  The flight attendant spoiled them shamelessly!  They and 2 other kids were the only kids on the flight and apparently he has a soft spot.  They got extra drinks, snacks, and visits from him to make sure they were comfortable.

Our arrival in Vila.

 Gorgeous sunset.

 The kids figured out a way to make jumping down to the step below look like they were jumping into the water, and practiced it tirelessly.

 At the waterfront for a picnic with our local friends Edwin and Janet, and their boys Jared and Jotham.

 The kids were so conscientious, even organizing a dishes schedule where I didn't have to do them except on weekends!  Houghton and Gretchen have trained them well.  :)

 At the airport waiting for Houghton, Gretchen, and Kaiden's arrival.

They made it!