We got to the beach on Saturday afternoon and settled into the beach house. We unpacked, went to the store, and just hung out together. Of course, it didn't take us long Sunday to be ready to head out for some fun in the sun.
What would a trip to the beach be without smashing some sand castles? :)
Even Rosa enjoyed the beach!
Mornings at the beach house were a little wild and crazy. Charlie and Alex loved the doors in the house because they were able to open them. There was quite a lot of slamming and opening of doors. They also could reach the light switches while they were on the stairs. They could open and slam the cabinets and the oven in the kitchen. There were stools and chairs to climb on . . . they had a blast, but we spent a lot of time trying to keep them from injuring themselves! ;)
On Monday, there was a 60% chance of rain. Michael and I had done a little research before we left and found this great place in Wilmington called "The Power of Play." It was an indoor playground that had all kinds of slides and jungle gyms as well as pretend play areas like a grocery store, a fire truck, a doll house, etc. One of the kids favorite things was the little Roller Coaster ride. I think they would have ridden it all day if there hadn't been other kids waiting to ride too!
Lucy had lots of fun on everything. If you ask her, she will tell you that her favorite thing was the tricycles on the track, but she really enjoyed all of the slides as well. I don't know why, but these slides were super slippery and when she came down them, she would keep on going even once the slide ended. I think that just added to the fun! :)
Alex discovered the car and train table and he spent a long amount of time driving everything back and forth. Charlie came over and joined him and they played and played. One little boy came by and asked when we were going home because he wanted to play with it all by himself and the boys wouldn't leave! I think we know what Santa will be bringing this year . . .
Another favorite activity for Lucy and Harper was playing on the iphone/ipad. We would set the timer for them so that they didn't spend all day playing games!
Hanging out with Gramma
On Tuesday, we got the water table out. At first, they were all excited to splash and play . . .
However, when you are trying to entertain a 5 year old, a 2 year old, and two almost 2 year olds, it's not easy to keep them interested in one thing for very long. They quickly decided that it was much more fun to play with all the little rocks. They wanted to throw rocks, put them in the water table, taste the rocks, etc. It was a busy time!
We went back the beach again that afternoon. Playing in the sand was enjoyed by everyone!
Lucy wanted to spend most of her time in the water!
She did enjoy playing in the sand too. :)
One of Charlie's favorite activities was being in the waves. He would come and take your hand and walk you down to the water. He wanted to just stand there and watch the waves roll in and out. I would sit down in the waves and Charlie would sit in my lap and he wouldn't move. He was mesmerized by the ocean and I enjoyed having that time just sitting with him . . . it is so rare for him to sit still for any amount of time!
On Wednesday, we drove down to North Myrtle Beach to eat at Uncle Day Day's restaurant, Flying Fish. We had a nice lunch and a good visit with David and Bri and then we all headed over to Broadway at the Beach to ride the Pavilion rides. We started off with the Merry-Go-Round.
After that, we rode the boats. I remember riding this same ride when I was a child. :) I was nervous that the boys wouldn't sit still in the boats, but they LOVED it!!!
Alex wanted to play in the water as we were getting out of the boat!
There were only a few other rides that the boys were eligible to ride at their size, but I was nervous that they wouldn't stay seated, so we let Harper and Lucy ride two more rides and the boys left to go play in the arcade with Uncle Day Day. Lucy and Harper went and rode the motorcycles. (Another flashback to my childhood! Many good memories!)
Then I took the girls on the teacup ride. In case you don't know, teacups are my all time favorites. I tried not to spin too fast so that Harper wouldn't get sick. :) Both girls enjoyed helping me spin the teacup as well.
Alex and Bri
As much fun as we were having, it was just too hot! Charlie just laid himself down on the ground!
When we got home, I think the heat and excitement had worn everyone out! A little lazy TV/couch time was in order!
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