Carrington and Grayson are two very lucky kiddos to have such an awesome daddy! They love spending any day with their dad but wanted to celebrate him just a little more on the day dedicated just for dads. We started off the day by making him breakfast and opening gifts; the annual hand prints from his children and a new weed wacker. The second gift being more of a need than a want but he still acted like he loved it!
A last minute decision was made to take the ferry from Southport to the Fort Fisher Aquarium for the day. It was a great one because we all had a blast! Carrington and Grayson loved the boat ride, and the aquarium was a fun experience too. We saw a white alligator, snakes, fish of all type, and lots of other marine life.
The afternoon was spent relaxing and finished off with steak dinner and peanut butter chocolate ice cream pie for dessert. A great fourth Father's Day for our kids great daddy!
Hilton Head Island welcomed us back for another awesome family vacation. I do believe it's one of my favorite places to visit. Perfect for our water loving family! We spent a long weekend at the Marriott Resort, leaving only to eat dinner out two of the three nights. Why you ask did we spend so much time at the resort?? Because our little water rat, Carrington, did not want to leave the pool or beach. She went to bed each night completely exhausted and water logged. She would tell you it was the perfect way to spend "her vacation". In her mind, it was her vacation and hers only! Grayson has gotten so much better at the pool and beach so he tagged along with his big sister each day. He understands how to relax too so sitting in the lounge chair with his mom was perfect too.
Flying pink fish
Playing with daddy
Mommy's mini me!
Daddy's mini me!
Shannon Tanner Show - Carrington doesn't have a shy bone in her body. She raised her hand to go up on stage and sing with Shannon. It was so cute watching her say her name and age. She couldn't think of a song to sing so he just let her talk to the crowd for a minute.
Crowd of kids dancing at the show
Moving and a grooving with daddy!
This seemed like a good idea at the time but at 30 weeks pregnant it become very uncomfortable after a few minutes.
Daddy had no problem pedaling around and could have gone another 20 miles. I told Aaron it was a good six mile workout. He laughed and assured me it was only a little over a mile. Felt like riding up Mt. Everest if you ask me.
Brother and sissy
Our family with kiddo #3 arriving soon!
Video 1 - Carrington swimming, Video 2 - The kids dancing with Shannon Tanner
I could live my life on vacation! (I guess that's why living so close to the beach suits me just fine.) With that said, Aaron and I celebrated our sixth anniversary in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands. It was my first time to the Caribbean Sea where white sandy beaches and clear water surround you. Our resort was perfect for a get-a-way that consisted of a lot of R&R. Tucked away on the island and secluded in the mountains; we spent many mornings sleeping in, lazy days by the pool and beach, and naps and leisure time watching movies in our hotel room. Meals were not interrupted by little people and eaten slowly so we could enjoy every bite. Tours of the island, visits to the town, a trip through the rain forest, an amazing snorkeling excursion too see up close the colorful fish and coral, and a little libation fun at the Cruzan Rum factory were thrown in for excitement.
The thing I enjoyed most...spending six days with my husband! I got him all to myself and I was thankful for every minute he was next time me!!!
Only picture taken together and it was snapped right as we were leaving vacation.
Governor's House - Virgin Island Architecture
Cruzan Rum Distiller - The holding tank where rum sits in the barrels for years.
Marine Life
Taking up post
Lucky baby - He/She got to come with us on vacation! (Seven months pregnant)
