Final day - Biescas

We took things at a slower pace today, and it was just what we all needed. Deep breaths, taking it all in. We still managed to cram a fair bit in though, starting with a breakfast picnic in the mountains (which consisted of, no surprises, more chocolate milk). We found a great accessible path for wheelchairs and buggies, which gives you the feeling of being in the wilderness without any big trekking involved. We saw some waterfalls, the biggest slugs I've ever seen, and watched the sun rise over the forests for as far as the eye can see. Home for some chill time - Max had the TV on and we were pottering around. Once she woke up from her nap, we went to the pool for more football and float fun. Max decided to wear my beach dress home, we had a good laugh at that. Lunch in the apartment and another sleep for the baby - once she worked out how to master the stairs...! Lewis and I managed a Fanta Lemon in the sun alone on the balcony for approximately 3 minutes before Max got bored building his train track, and then we headed off for a mooch into the village. Quick supermarket stop and then to the library, where every weekday afternoon kids can go in and do puzzles, choose books etc. Nice to have a quiet indoor activity in this heat. Ice creams in the park, and home for packing and bedtime. Max stayed up late with us two for a "grown up" meal. Onto our next adventure tomorrow. Feel sad to leave - this will always be a special place for us now. 

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