We made great time (considering we were hauling a HUGE trailer full of furniture), and got to Grandma's right at bedtime. We were all so tuckered out that we passed out as soon as our heads hit the pillow. Macie and I woke up bright and early the next morning ready to hit the beach!
Mom dressed Presley in her suit, but she seemed a little unsure of all the excitement.
While Mom loaded up the car, Uncle Will calmed down Presley by showing her pictures on his Ipad- She loved all the pictures of the family!
At the beach we posed for some pictures before running into the water!
Presley's first trip to the beach wasn't met with the enthusiasm that Mom had hoped- in her defense it was super hot and she was starting to get sick...
Macie and I played in the sand for hours, building castles, and enjoying the sun(the type that feels good and energizing- unlike the type that will suck the life out of you like we have at home)!
At the end of the day we went back to Grandma's to clean up and eat. While we took baths Presley and Will caught up on some much needed rest.
The next morning we were up bright and early to do it all again!
We spent tons of time in the water chasing waves and pulling each other on boards.
Mom came prepared for day 2, and Presley was much more comfortable!
When she became tired Mom laid her under the umbrella and Presley just loved it!
She even took a catnap!
It felt good to be back on the sand, and I showed Mom how I could do a headstand!
Because Uncle Will was off visiting with friends, Mom had to get creative with carrying our gear to the car- I have to admit, she came up with a clever solution...
Everyone laughed as Mom walked by carrying backpacks, chairs, buckets, food, and a baby on a body board!
I tried to pull her along the sand, and boy was it tough!
At the bay we saw Aunt Liz, her Mom, and Avery. Macie and I were thrilled when the ice cream truck pulled up and Liz's Mom treated us to a snack!
It was great to get all the cousins together, and Presley and Avery enjoyed staring and cooing at one another.
By the early evening Presley started to get tired, and Mom insisted that we pack up and head to dinner.
We wouldn't leave the bay until Mom took a picture of all the treasures we found on the shore.
After we each downed two sushi rolls, one rainbow, and one caterpillar, we were pooped. Macie started to sleep sitting up,
and I looked ready to pass out myself.
Presley had it made- she slept in a comfy spot and was the envy of everyone at the table.
When the bill came the waiter brought ice cream for all of us, and Macie perked right up!
We passed out as soon as we got in bed, and Mom gave Presley her first bath in the bumbo- she LOVED it!
The following morning we dressed for another fun day at the beach.
By the third day we all had it figured out- even Presley!
After playing in the water,
Macie and I were buried in the sand.
Mom couldn't believe that we weren't panicking- the mere thought of being buried drove her insane.
Once we were out of the hole, Mom relaxed, and her and Uncle Will tried to get Presley to enjoy the beach.
She still isn't sold with the sand or the water, but give us time and we will convince her!
At least she loves lying under the umbrella...
Our trip to the beach was super fun, and we are grateful that Dad allowed us to take the time to drive out and play- he is the best!
After another long day at the beach we cleaned up and drove out to see Pa and Grandma Jean.
We met up with them at Lake Murray and Pa brought Watermelon for us to snack on. After we fed the ducks some bread scraps, we sat down to eat and catch up with one another. We all ended up having a fun time eating watermelon.
They couldn't believe how much Presley had grown, and were grateful that we came out for a visit. It was a fun way to finish up our California trip.
