Whirlwind Beach Trip

Every year my family (my mom's side) takes a week long trip to the Outer Banks. They've been going for literally about 30 years I think. Out of all those years I think I've missed part of one week, the summer we got married/went on our honeymoon.

This year Billy wasn't able to go because of his new job, and because of the cruise we are anxiously looking forward to in August. (Can.Not.Wait) I didnt' really want to go without him. Me vs. the Hooligans for an entire week did not sound, vacation-ish, if you know what I mean.

Anyone who has kids knows that vacations to the beach with kids are kind of just like your normal days at home, but with added sand you have to clean up, and even less sleep. Because kids love to not sleep when they are traveling and need it the most. I mean, I love the beach, don't get me wrong...but vacations with kids leave you feeling like you need...well, another vacation.

We decided to go for a couple days, sans reinforcements. It was fun, and the kids behaved pretty well for the most part. Only a tantrum involving cake, and a few fights over toys here and there. I was pretty exhausted, since they were sleeping with me, and so were they...but it was a good fun with my kiddos exhausted. We were glad to be back home with Daddy, though. I think he missed us, too, since he let me sleep in until 11 this morning. ;)

The last shot is for Paper Heart Camera, 

also check out more shots at Musings on Monday, and Monday Rewind