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Sunday, August 31, 2008

Beach Trip Follows Script of "Mr. Hobbs Takes A Vacation"


Here we are, an early morning walk on the beach with three of my eight grandchildren. One of the most rewarding times of each day for me. An unknown guy with his dog share the photo.

Lauren McKinsey, 2 1/2 months old, all dressed for her first beach day.



A photo of the giant sand dunes on the Outer Banks, N. C. USA.



Beach week was a typical family vacation.
Papa made it all the way to until Thursday, before the energy level pushed him to barricade hiimself in the upstairs bedroom to get away from all the activity. Enough is enough for that retiree.
True~ The family fun stirred energy throughout the house which spilled onto the pool area and onto the beach.





Weather was good with the exception of rain one day ~ everyone headed for the hot tub ~ the place to be to enjoy the mix of cold rain and warm, warm water.




The oldest sister arrives with the neatest man who introduced me to 4 WHEELING...where on the outer banks? ~
Up on the isolated beach north of Kitty Hawk and Duck. What a RIDE~~
Slipping and sliding through the deep sand and hard packed only inches from the income tide was a new experience for me.

What a surprise to see a few isolated houses with only the sand filled beach access. We discovered wild horses that live there as well~
couldn't believe so many people 4 wheel~ the deep sand made for a wild ride...bumping and spinning all over the place making for thrills and squeals. Now I understand why people put those monster wheels on their trucks and SUV's.
Here, the sand looks smooth...but only a good place to stop for a photo.

So, what makes up a typical day for us? Before sunrise every morning the children were at my bedside wanting to go to the beach for shells and dig in the sand.

A beach chair, mug of coffee and camera in hand, I followed the children down the steps to the sandy beach. AHHh...a great way to start each day...watching the birth of a new day and the enthuism of the next generation.

Here is my best shot of the entire trip...Carolyn and Micheal sharing shells on an early morning beach exploration.

Lots and lots of photos...
We have the same beach house for next year is was totally perfect.

2 comments:

Anonymous said...

you should enter that picture in some contest. It is perfect! Janet

Anonymous said...

Thanks for your comment Janet.
Yes, I plan to do just that as was taken in high defination. Also will be a black and white framed photo for the parents ~ their Anniversary is upcoming.

Memories ~ Life is a great trip!


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