Christopher studies Christopher's Tomb

We visited the tomb (the coffin being carried by the 4 Kings) of Christopher Columbus, who is interred in the Seville Cathederal. The Cathederal in Seville is the 3rd largest church in the world after St. Peters in Rome and St. Pauls in London. 

Seville, Spain

Sheila and Christopher in the Alcazar in Seville. This palace was built in Arab-style by Spanish artisans circa 1500. 

Christopher explores Gibraltar

This was about as close as Christopher would get to the aggressive apes at the top of the rock of Gibraltar. The rock offers great views like the one of the Mediterranean below with Morocco in the distant background.

When will I ever get the Monkey off my back?

Gibraltar, where this was taken, has a small colony of apes living on the rock itself. They are pretty friendly and often aggresive. The last time I had one of these on my back (1998) it bit me on the back of my exposed neck before running off. This one didn't but I was well prepared with my water/bodily fluid-proof jacket. 

Christopher Near the Edge...

Christopher enjoys the view from the frontier town of Ronda, Spain, one of the last holdouts the Moors (Arabs) had until pushed back into Africa circa 1490.

Blowing out the candles

Surprise, Christopher chose a Spongebob cake. It was made by Sheila's friend Bonnie from work. 

Having a good time

Christopher, Scott and Travis having a hugging good time at the bowling alley during the birthday party. 

Happy 7th Birthday Christopher!!

Christopher and 6 friends spent 2 hours at the bowling alley celebrating his birthday. They got to bowl 2 games, had lunch, opened presents, then cake and ice cream.