For the past couple of years our family of four has joined some of our immediate family for a week at the beach in North Carolina. This year we also had my aunt and uncle as well as my cousin and her family. We had a great week even with 6 kids under the age of 6 running around the house. I took this picture the night we arrived. The clouds were so amazing and fluffy that evening.
The first day we were at the beach there were these neat little tidal pool areas where the kids were able to play without being too close to the waves.
My cousin's son Tanner really enjoyed running up and down the beach. He was pretty fearless for a 3 year old.
Had to get a picture with mom. Big thanks to my parents for making this trip happen every year.
My cousin, her husband and daughter posing by the pier.
These next two are of my nieces.
My sister and her husband.
We had a couple of hot tub days when the weather turned chilly. The kids loved their miniature pool.
Bunch of busy bodies.
My cousin made some great shirts that the kids colored with markers. She personalized each shirt with things each kid was interested in. Lots of fun on a rainy day at the beach.
We all took a trip to the local aquarium.
This is one my favorites. So much wonder in these kids.
And you can't go to the beach without playing a round of miniature golf.
Hot tub selfie.
This was the best and biggest apple fritter we have ever had. They called it an apple ugly.
On the ferry to Ocracoke Island.
Family picture on the beach quilt that Melissa made years ago.
The four of us spent a day on Ocracoke Island. It was a great way to end our week.
The weather didn't cooperate the first time we tried to get these, but the kids were ready for a beach photoshoot on our last day at the beach and I think we captured some good ones. I love when they hold hands.
I think by the look of it, vacation was awesome!
