Tybee Island

A few weeks ago my family went to Tybee Island, GA, for vacation. It was great getting all of us together again. My brother and sister-in-law moved to Atlanta in December, and we aren't able to get together as much as we used to. We were all only able to spend a day and a half together (because of work and travel), but any time we can all be together is great. 

My family used to do a beach trip to Myrtle Beach every year with my dad's side of the family. They are some of the best memories from growing up...days spent at the beach and pool, playing putt putt with the grandparents and Aunt Sara, going for ice cream at night, working puzzles with my De-da and mom, riding rides at the Pavilion...all while laughing non stop. Because of changes in life, we haven't been able to go on a family beach trip since before my mom died, and only one family trip since she passed away. It was time for us all to get together away from Greenville and our responsibilities here.

'Pa' with Cal and Ella

 

The original Epps crew (with baby additions)

Trying to stay cool

Spending time with Uncle Scuba and Aunt Liz before they headed back to Atlanta

Look Pa, a container ship

We had not taken Callen to the beach since his first trip last May. He wasn't afraid of anything then, so we didn't think he would have any problems this year. We were right! He went running out onto the sand without any hesitation. Then it was straight to the water. The boy has no fear. He loved walking up to the waves and letting them crash on him (luckily the waves weren't too big, and they only crashed from his belly down!). Each time the wave crashed, he would beg for more. We took him out in the ocean and he would swim between us, go under the water with us, and just laugh and smile at all that was going on. Back on shore, he would dig in the sand and cover people's feet with it. We rode bikes, found a few playgrounds on the island for Callen and Ella to play on, and just hung out. It was wonderful spending time with family and enjoying a 'relaxing' (as much as it can be with a wild toddler to chase after) few days at the beach.

Waiting for the waves to crash on him

My buddy!

Daddy doing more digging than Callen

Callen finally deciding to help!

Look mom and dad...sticks!

You can't see it, but Cal is holding his first shrimp...tee tiny and clear in color! He was pretty excited to show daddy

He also had a great time with Ella. They would play with all the sand toys as well as in the small pool Brittany brought for Ella. It was nice to see them be able to spend time together. Those two really enjoy playing with each other, and both get so excited to see the other. 

We had a wonderful time and look forward to our next trip and adventure as a family. We always have a have a great time with lots of laughter and memories made.