We drove half way Saturday to Montgomery, AL. One of the perks of my Dad being retired military is that he gets to stay on base instead of hotels (nice discount!) and it's so fun and not to mention you feel extremely safe. Here are a couple of pics of Sofia arriving for her first "military" stay. The family one in the bowling alley was of the night we ate dinner on base. It was "70's Night" and burgers, fries, and cokes were $.75!!!!! We all ate for under $9!!!!! Awesome! Also, it was great to stop halfway with an 11 month old. She is not fond of carseat riding but we won't talk about that ;)
The next morning we were on our way only 3 1/2 hours to go! It almost took that long to get our breakfast at Cracker Barrel! Seriously, even Sofia was like, "Come on! It's just pancakes people!". By the time we were done eating she passed out on Nani's chest from all the exhausting waiting!
Then, the time came. BEACH time!!!! Sofia was ready...shades and all!
She really didn't care for the sand but tolerated it.
Her favorite place was the swimming pool! This girl could be pushed around in the pool for hours! Plus, the water made it easier for her to stand up and she loved standing on the steps and thinking she was big time!
Here she is with her chicken that lights up like a disco ball. She just had to have it while out shopping in Rosemary.
One of everyone's favorite thing was riding the bikes together. We did this several times, but every single night. It was wonderful! Oh, and if you see my Mom, don't mention her MANY encounters with shrubbery while riding. All I can say is that she is lucky the camera or video camera wasn't on me at the time or she would be in for it!!!!
J.R. and I also got to have more quality time than we have had in months! One of the perks of vacationing with parents :)
Sofia being escorted around the pool by her daddy.
"Hey look! I'm up all by myself!"
We found these little sunglasses and they were perfect! She looks pretty stinkin cute in them too!
She is totally into wearing other people's hats and sunglasses as well.
Sam got to go along for the trip this time. I don't think he had a good time though ;)
Actually, he was hoping we were all moving there together I'm sure! He LOVES my daddy and this is pretty much what they did most of the time.
Shopping in Seaside
The men golfing at Camp Creek.
The beautiful sunset
One of my favorite times of day on the beach is at sunset. I could stay there forever!
Sofia scooting all over the place at the house! She was pretty rotten about 24 hours into the trip being the only baby with four adults (and one dog). But, isn't that what it's all about?!
Family photo on the porch where we swang and visited several times a day. We meet wonderful neighbor's and made new friends and memories. Our neighbor, Allison, is taking this picture while her boyfriend, Brandon, is getting Sofia to smile. She's such a flirt! Watch out Allison!
Our little Rosebud was completely exhausted on the way home! She did great the whole time and we couldn't have ordered a better trip.
A special thanks to Nani and Poppi. We love you and always love spending time with you both. XOXO
Now, back to reality and the blow up pool in the back yard :) Life is good!
I loved this! How wonderful to vacation with your parents. I'm jealous of the free time you got!! Sofia is a beauty like her mama! Miss you.
ReplyDeleteSuch a happy baby! Wonder where she gets that from?
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Thank you ladies :) We had a wonderful time, and our little Sofia is such a happy girl! It makes a Mama proud, as I know you both understand. Glad you enjoy keeping up with us! Love you!
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