The Netherlands!

Thursday, we spent the day relaxing as Yael packed for Africa. In the afternoon we rode our bikes to the beach which takes about 30 minutes! We swam in the ocean, and then met Yael's family for dinner at a restaurant on the beach! 

Friday was our last day with Yael and her family, they left for Africa this morning! 

Yesterday, we went into Haarlem and did some more shopping, then we took a canal tour through the city! 

For our last meal with the family, Yael's dad made his famous French fries and they were delicious!

This morning we got up early to say our good byes :( And we experienced our first day in Europe completely alone! It was very exciting! Although it was pouring down rain for most of the day, it cleared up enough for us to bike to the lake! 

We also went to the grocery store on our own and cooked our own dinner! We're very proud of ourselves!