We spent last week at the beach in Rhode Island with my whole family. It was a wonderful week filled with lots of fun and relaxation. The two babies did so well and we made so many memories.
We arrived to the house on Saturday afternoon and spent the afternoon unpacking and getting settled in. We took a walk, grilled for dinner, and crashed early. Sunday was a little "chilly"- mid 70s- so instead of packing up all of the beach stuff, we walked instead and Gabriella put her toes in the sand for the first time! By the end of the week, she was a true beach babe.
After the beach, we went back to the house and played in the backyard. The house was perfect and Gabriella loved splashing in her little pool. The swim shirt I bought for her came with a hilarious swim cap which she had to wear. I couldn't stop laughing!!
Monday was a perfect beach day and we hit the sand. It took us awhile to figure out exactly what we needed to bring down but each day became easier and faster and by the end of the week, we felt like pros. Gabriella loved the waves and playing in her little beach tent.
Tuesday was a rainy day so we skipped the beach, did some sightseeing and shopping around town, played board games, and played with the babies. Gabriella became very interested in Ben; especially when he was in the moby wrap on Sandy. She loved being held by Sandy so she could touch Ben at the same time!
Wednesday was the last day that Bob and Alyssa were there, so we took some family photos. I love getting a group shot every year; I know it makes my siblings roll their eyes but I love it and will make them go along with it every year. Mom made Gabriella and Ben the cutest matching seersucker rompers and clearly, they stole the show!
Wednesday afternoon, Thursday, and Friday were all beach days and we got in as much sun as we could. The water, sand, and sun led to great naps for Gabriella! She napped every day at the beach in her tent. The tent was perfect and actually stayed cool inside.
The week ended with us celebrating Ben's 1 month and Gabriella's 10 month birthdays.
We were all so sad to see the week end but it was such fun. Having two babies there was a blast and made us all imagine what future years will look like. It blows my mind at how fast times flies... just last year we were in Rhode Island taking guesses on if I was having a boy or girl, this year there were two babies with us and next year both Gabriella and Ben will be over a year old, walking and talking. Wild!!
xo,
Mary
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