We have had a tradition of heading to the beach for a girls' weekend with Ivy, Mama, Aunt Julia, and me for the last few years in January. We decided to take the babies with us this year since I didn't want to leave them for an extended time just yet. We decided to break the "no boys allowed rule" for Rush since he is so incredibly cute. I was pretty anxious about it because I have, of course, never really traveled with them. It was actually a fun time! We stayed busy taking care of the babies, so I don't think anyone relaxed as much as we usually do on this trip, but we still had a really good time! The weather was a little chilly and windy, but I don't think I have ever seen the water looking more beautiful. We couldn't really play on the beach because it was too cold, but we did go for a couple of long walk with the babies in the carriers. They both slept for the most part, so I guess they liked it. I am sure they thought it was quite relaxing!! We did have one pretty terrible trip to a restaurant. I think it was my idea to take them.... OK... it was my idea. It was not a good one. We decided we would go early.. around 5:00 pm to avoid large crowds of people. We went to a restaurant called The Fish House. Phil and I have been there more than once on previous trips and really enjoyed it. Well, guess what? They had some special menu where it was 2 for 1 from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm for the "early birds." Apparently, "early birds" are willing to eat the worst seafood ever! It was not tasty. Oh well! The babies started crying immediately as soon as we put them down. Poor Aunt Ivy had SF sitting next to her. She started first. No amount of toy-dangling or funny faces was doing the trick, so I took her to the lobby. Upon our return, Rush started up. He was also taken away for a brief period. Needless to say, after SF started crying, I don't think 4 adults were seated at the table again. If we were seated, there was a baby being jiggled on a lap. We were back at the condo in less than an hour. Oh what fun! It was at least worth a good laugh when we all got back and settled. We did, however, make up for the gross seafood by cooking some of our own at the condo. Ivy and Aunt Julia went to Goatfeather's and bought fish, shrimp, and crab cakes. Mama and Aunt J cooked it all, and we had a fantastic dinner that night. I ate WAY too many boiled shrimp! I think we all really enjoyed the trip.
Me with both babies
Rush getting ready for a walk on the beach
Sydney Frances enjoying the beautiful scenery
Baby Einstein mat even goes to the beach
4 comments:
I always found the smaller they are the more junk you have to pack. I have traded in pack n plays in for monster trucks and legos!
Precious Laura!!! Your arms are going to be soooo tone due to holding them, they are so sweet <3 I miss the beach with you, we need to take a family beach trip ~ trust me, we understand the lugging of the house with you on vacation, we now rent houses for a week when we go to the beach;) Talk to Phil about going south for some sand and fun this year:)
They are getting so big! They are too adorable! You look good too! I am glad you all are doing so well!! Keep the pictures coming!
Love the pictures! Beach trips are so fun, even with babies. Just nice to look at four different walls and a view! Miss you!
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