The boys and I just got back today from a three-night stay at OIB with G-Ma. Derek stayed home to catch up on school work, yard work, and sleep! I have to admit, I've been hesitant to try a beach trip with both boys when Derek couldn't go. It's a lot of work, but I'm so glad we went. Davis and Reece had lots of fun, learned tons, and got to spend some time with Uncle Morgan ("Moo-Moo").
I was so proud of Davis for being brave and getting in the swimming pool with me. He normally just hangs out on the steps and doesn't want to go into the deep water. But, with a little coaxing and the challenge of a race against Moo-Moo, he allowed me to carry him into the deeper water and swim around with him a little. He even splashed with his arms and practiced kicking his legs while holding onto the side of the pool, which is a big deal for someone who can't stand being sprayed with a sprinkler or having his hair washed. I'm planning to look into swimming lessons for him soon, and I want him to keep having lots of positive experiences in the water.
Reece was mostly a mama's boy while we were at the beach, but he did allow G-Ma and Moo-Moo to play with him some, and he gave Davis and me a few minutes to grab some ice cream and pizza together (in that order). He quickly trained both of them to walk around and hold him constantly, and he especially enjoyed rubbing noses with Moo-Moo and laughing hysterically about it.
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| The boys' first time dipping their toes in the water |
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| D and his "surf board" |
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| Reece enjoying the wet sand |
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| He needed a break after a few minutes of that |
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| I think this picture captures the pure joy that Davis exudes when he sees the ocean. |
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| Love this profile shot of my boy with the wind in his hair. |
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| We got to look at the day's catch when a group of fishermen docked their boat outside the restaurant where we were eating. Davis loves a dead fish. |
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| My boys playing peacefully for a few minutes |
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| D's first mini-golf experience! |
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| G-Ma can baby-wear like a pro now. |
