Beach Week

Our annual week at the beach has evolved considerably from the early years. I have to say, this year’s trip was by far the best so far. And by best, I mean the most relaxing. We still had to deal with the occasional meltdowns of a 3 year old who is used to napping every day. But overall it was a great week.

In a masterful display of packing, we had everything a family of six needs for a week in the trunk of the minivan.

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The boys raced go-karts. Thing 3 had to stand on his toes to make the 46 inch height requirement.
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SuburbanMommy and Thing 4 were all business at dinner.
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On a sunset dolphin cruise we spotted many dolphins. Thing 3 insists he also saw a blue whale even though the water was mostly 3 feet deep.
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Thing 3 took part in a July 4th watermelon eating contest.
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It rained the first few days but it didn’t slow down Thing 4.
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The sun finally came out and we spent plenty of time at the beach.
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We were thankful to have an extra pair of hands with us.
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Mornings began with a walk to the bakery. Donuts for breakfast.

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On very rare occasions everyone will stand still and look at the camera at the same time.
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No one was very eager to get back into the car for the long drive home.
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On the drive home, Thing 1 was already looking at the catalog of rentals for next year.
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