Once Jason met up with us again, we took off for a week in the sunshine at the beach. The first few days didn't give us much sunshine, so we played games, went to the movie, and took a kayak trip down the river. But once the sun was out we were on the beach or in the pool all day!! Going over the 4th of July was so fun because some of my high school friends were there at the same time so we get to see each other, and our growing families. I saw a few friends that I hadn't seen in 18 years. Being pregnant isn't the best time to see old friends (or spend your days in a bathing suit) but I made the best of it!! :) Being there over the holiday made for some beautiful fireworks right on the beach. We just put out our chairs, and we could see fireworks exploding in every direction.
Our girls are definite beach bums. Mia could live in the ocean, and she has really gotten to be quite good on her boogie board. She can get totally knocked off by a wave, and get right up and do it again. Lily has fun until she gets the salt water in her face, then she is done for a while. It was so relaxing to sit and just watch them enjoy playing in the water and with their friends. I had to keep reminding myself that next year will not be quite as relaxing with a new baby along for the trip. I totally enjoyed my days of quiet morning walks on the beach and lounging in the sun. :)
We all had some much fun and we are already planning next year's 4th of July trip to the beach.
