Folly Beach Trip 2009: Day Four

Saturday came and we knew it was our last day. I knew I wanted to at least get back on the beach one last time, and so we did. The morning was beautiful and breezy and E had a great time! He really got into the water and played hard.

Bubba after nap trying to wake up.

Then it was one last time on the beach and it was short-lived. I mean like, 30 minutes. At least we got a few good pictures.

Us gals and the babies, before Ethan destroyed Peyton's sand castle.

Ethan was MUCH happier playing in the pool, running around on the deck, and of course, snacking. It's what he does best!

My little surfer boy

Folly Beach Trip 2009: Day Three

Friday was spent very low-key, which was nice for a change. The babies all woke up in weird moods. Ethan in particular literally hit the floor running and didn't stop until we put him down for a nap. I was exhausted just watching him. After naps, we all headed to the South Carolina Aquarium in Downtown Charleston. It was beautiful - and check out the view from the aquarium behind us.

Checking out the turtles

Looking kinda like a turtle himself - OMG - after seeing this picture, I realized how badly he needs yet ANOTHER haircut

Dada signing fish

Ahoy Matey!

Look out! Here comes trouble!

Mama and E checking out the shrimp and crabs

"WOW! Can I touch? No - no!" (Only Liv and Tim will get that inside joke)

Awesome jellyfish picture Mr. Professional Photographer Cassidy took

Folly Beach Trip 2009: Day Two

Day Two was spent doing a variety of things. First things first - the beach!

Beach BoyBeach BumChecking out the nutritional value
In the afternoon we had other activities for the babies instead of going back to the beach. Amanda and Leslie had a great idea of coloring with sidewalk chalk, blowing bubbles and having finger painting with Jello.
Well, Ethan had different plans. He didn't want to draw on the floor, but found something else to mark ...
For dinner we all went out to the big metropolis of downtown Folly Beach for seafood. Chris and I shared a bucket of crab legs that were delish! Afterwards, we strolled a few little shops and walked down to the pier. Ethan had a good time running around and it was a good place to let him do so. He was up and down on all the benches and waving and saying hello to everyone that walked by. I think a little blonde one year old caught his eye too. Flirt.

Watching the seagulls

The Cash Family
Posing - yeah he looks kinda fruity in the picture

Folly Beach Trip 2009: Day One

It's that time of year again! Every summer we take a trip down to Folly Beach right outside of Charleston with our friends the Stewarts'. This year the Cashs' joined in on the fun as well! Although our trip was for only 5 nights instead of 7, it was a good time for all, especially the babies. Last year Ethan couldn't even crawl! This year he was able to run in the water, watch crabs crawl in between the rocks and play in the sand. Note to self for our family beach trip in September: have beach time in the morning and other activities in the afternoon. It's just too darn hot! Our first day of vacation was pretty much spent playing on the beach!

Playing in the sand with dada

Checking out the crab in the bucket
Feeling a little skiddish about the crab in the bucket

Ian busy moving sand around in the wagon

Playing at the surf

Mama's Boy