The last few days of vacation made all of the complaints from toddler one and toddler number two my husband worthwhile. We took a hike through a local forest-park-trail for about 2 miles. There were several deviations and forks in the trail, but we eventually found our way out of the wilderness, right before the core of the sun started to beat down on us. By this time Anabelle had fallen asleep and my husband had a little pep in his step since the hike was over.
After our hike, Anabelle wanted to paint again, so I let her go crazy. And crazy she did! She was covered in blue paint all over her hands, legs, and an eye patch. I'm thinking we may be a family of pirates for Halloween. What do you think? Arr matee!
We found a pretty fantastical section of the lake (without menacing seashells) and enjoyed several hours out there. It was magical :)
My husband enjoyed fishing without his sandals malfunctioning, and we spent a lot of time in the water. The day was perfect, the sun was shining, Anabelle kept pushing me in the water and dunking my head. How are toddlers hulk strong? Please tell me. She destroyed my trendy fedora. I'll have to mark that down the running list of expenses she's costing me.
A man on the beach called Anabelle the Coppertone Baby. Well, yes sir, she is a baby model in the making.
She was even feeling pretty ballsy climbing over the rocks on the shore and went on her own little hike, maybe to do a little toddler mediation and pondering herself. I had to keep chasing her down. She's a quick little nugget!
Hands down, this was the best family vacation ever! At the end of 24/7 family time, I always feel like we function so much better as one unit, instead of three individuals. When I got home, I felt so blessed and thankful. Our life here is so incredibly short, and I find myself getting caught up in doing everything I should be doing as a mother, and less time enjoying it.
Until next time, vacation. I'll be missing you. At least I have a three day weekend to hold me over.
Happy Friday!
It looks like Annabelle had such a fun time in this post! Vacations are the best! But it's always so hard to come back to work.
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