Jeanine was in the water for less than a minute before being totally knocked off her feet.

Maya was fearless, as usual. We had to keep an eye on her at all times because the waves were huge and the under tow very strong.

Today, we spent the day on the beach at Long Point. The waves averaged three feet with an occasional five footer.

After dinner, we went to downtown Vineyard Haven for ice cream and book shopping.

We dined on the porch, enjoying a cool summer breeze.

Later in the day, Maya and Sachi set up a Lemonade and Craft stand. They made several dollars using a variety of aggressive sales tactics. Saying no to these two girls was simply not an option for most passers-by.

Today, Nicolai did not feel well, so I stayed home with him while the rest of the crew went sea kayaking on Chappaquiddick. Nicolai polished off the latest Harry Potter book.

The group huddles for a group shot before we head back. Pictured here is Irene with her children, Oliver and Sachi.

The sunset was spectacular.

Nicolai bundles up as the temperatures drop with the approaching sunset.

We enjoyed dinner on the beach. Jeanine makes quick work of her lobster.

In total, I would say that at least a dozen crabs were captured. Two are pictured here in the holding bucket.

The boys spent hours hunting for crabs, fish, and eels. Oliver. a future marine biologist for sure, provided expert guidance.

After settling in at the Ward’s we set out for the beach at Menemsha where we stayed until the sunset.