Sorry for the lack of posts the last few weeks. We were on vacation over the span of 2 weekends, and then I spent this last week getting ready for Graham's first birthday party (post coming soon...I think!!!). We are back and hopefully slowing down for a few weeks.
We went on a beach trip with my family to Harbor Island, SC. Harbor Island is beside Hunting Island near Beaufort. I had never been to that area of the coast, and really enjoyed the laid back atmosphere and beautiful marsh views from our house. Callen and Graham loved the beach, and would go nonstop all day if you let them. They each had fun playing in the ocean...Callen had no fear and was jumping through the waves and playing with anyone that would take him out. Graham loved standing in the water, splashing his hands, and trying to blow bubbles in the water (he didn't like the salt water hitting his lips though!). Lots of sand castles were built and almost as much sand was consumed by Graham. The boys had a blast!
Not sure why you need goggles to dig!
The laid back lifestyle!
Smashing the waves with Papa
Graham enjoyed sitting and letting the waves crash over his feet or wanted to be out a few feet from shore and stand in the water
Playing 4 square with Scuba and Papa
Playing with Scuba and Ber
A boy and the ocean
Love these shots captured by Aunt B!
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We took a day to ride our bikes to Hunting Island State Park. We wanted to walk up in the lighthouse, but Callen did not meet the height requirement, so we had to scratch that plan. We ended up walking on the beach for a while before finding a hiking trail to explore. Cal was super tired, and passed out on the hike. We were all hot, the humidity was through the roof, and the bugs were insane, so we hiked 2 partial loops and quickly made our way back to the bikes. It was a beautiful park that we would like to explore further and camp at...but definitely in cooler temperatures. We also drove into Beaufort for a day. We visited the Kazoobie Kazoo museum since it was listed on every list I saw of things to do with kids in Beaufort. It was a cute little tour, and we all walked away with kazoos. Graham quickly figured out how to work the kazoo, and our ears aren't sure if that was a good idea or bad idea to let him play with it! We had lunch by the waterfront park, and then made our way to the playground at the park. There was a fire pole at the playground, so Cal was a happy boy. Give him a fire pole, and he will stay occupied forever playing fireman rescue.
Graham figuring out the kazoo
Callen making his own kazoo
Our best attempt at a family pic!
Enjoying some Italian Ice on a HOOOOOTTT day
We enjoyed bike rides and spending time at the pool while on the island. Cal loved being able to ride on the golf cart, but also loved that he could ride his bike most places.
It was a fun trip with my family. Lots of laughs and fun times together.
Sunday, June 4, 2017
Playing Catch Up!
When we leave for the weekend, I have a hard time posting pics from that week. I like to sit down on Friday evening (I'm officially old!) or Saturday morning and put together a post. If it doesn't happen one of those times, it is up in the air whether it will get done! Summer is here! We are ready for a fun and relaxing summer. Lots of swimming, playing at the playground, and being lazy are on our agenda for the next 3 months! May 20: Lots of outside chores dictated by Callen. Doug has an idea of what he wants to do for the day...and Callen lets him know what they are going to do!
Graham helping with the mowing
Our neighbors gave Cal this bike and he took it in the basement (along with the hose and half a bottle of dish detergent) and started cleaning it! He was so proud of himself and ran to get Doug to show him what he had been doing.
May 21: Callen uses his bunk bed as a jungle gym. He loves to climb on the outside of it and then jump into the middle of the room. We have a rule that he is not to climb, jump, etc. on furniture anywhere else in the house; but his room is fair game and he can climb, jump on/off whatever! He takes full advantage. (Although today he decided to start climbing the door frames. It wasn't furniture!! We have a little monkey on our hands)
It's a bird, it's a plane, it's Super Callen!
May 23: Fun at the Children's Museum. Callen met a friend there, so he stayed occupied at each exhibit, giving Graham time to get out and play for a few minutes before having to move on to the next place.
Driving the race car
May 24: Cal's last day of school
First and Last days. AMAZING how much this boy has grown and matured in one school year.
May 25: Cal's last day of gymnastics
May 26: We went to Charleston for Memorial Day weekend! A great 3 days...
Graham enjoying his Happy Hour smoothie...he couldn't tilt his head back far enough!
May 27:
Enjoying some time on the boat
May 28:
Graham is working on his sea legs!
May 29: Oupa installed a cargo net for Callen to climb. He had a great time climbing!
May 30: I had the bright idea to attach Graham's car to Cal's trike by a bungee cord. Cal though this was the greatest idea, and has been pulling his brother everywhere now
Lazy Tired mom's solution to afternoon playtime!
May 31: Our first day at Gower Pool. I was born and raised a Forrester Woods 'woody'. Joining Gower is like cheering for USC. It just doesn't feel right!! But, it's the closest pool to us, and we really want Cal to be able to swim on the swim team (hopefully next year with Guppies). We are going to enjoy it. Cal had a great time his first day there and gets excited when I tell him we are going back. We know lots of people, so it will be fun to hang out with family friends all day.
June 1: Enjoying the nice afternoon temps and playing in the yard before daddy comes home.
Swinging in the yard and trying to capture the teeth on this boy! Braces are in his future.
