Family Beach Shots

We took some shots on our way to dinner the last night we were at the beach and I just love them! I haven't had a chance to crop or edit any of them but here are some of my favorite ones. Be aware, there are a lot!

Of course, with Matt and me taking most of the pictures, everyone had made there way to the car when we realized we didn't have one of the two of us! This was our attempt at a self-portrait!


Me and the kids


Carter, long surfer hair and all


Yes, he did get hot and sweaty from running around and
decided to lay in the sand. Quite the mess!


Nana and her babies


Daddy and his princess

...and with his little man

A picture of me that I actually like (with my sweet boy)...

another with my precious baby girl

more playing in the sand

Matt and his brother Grant with honorary family member, Rusty

The Goodwin Family


and just one more...

Navarre Beach

I love the beach. When I think of beach trips, I think of fun family times. I also think of calm and peace. Pictures like this help take me back to the feelings I have when I am really enjoying my time by the ocean. Soaking in the sun, watching the kids, and hearing the waves roll in.
Carter loved spending time at the pool. He was a little afraid of the ocean, the pool was a lot of fun for him. He would ask if someone would take him to the "nother pool" I guess the first pool was the gulf! Here he is with Nana and Gracyn- at the 'nother pool.
Matt and Gracyn before we went out for our first night of seafood.

Debbie, Carter, and Janet going to see what the boats brought in for the day.

One charter of mostly girls/women had some nice fish. We saw them unload the fish by throwing them on the deck and then hang them up before cleaning them. All of us were a bit disgusted when some of the nails poked through the eyes of the fish!

Matt and Carter checking out other boats in the harbor. Not only was it pretty- we got to miss seeing the fish being cleaned!

Another rare photo of me- Carter was really not wanting to have a picture taken so this was the best we were able to do!
Enjoying the waves!
Family photo! Wow- Carter was cooperative and Gracyn was almost looking at the camera!
Matt and me before our night out to celebrate our 10th anniversary. It was actually on May 15th but we didn't really have the opportunity to go out alone to celebrate until our vacation. We had an amazing meal and sat on the sound while the sun was setting. It was worth the wait!
I just can't believe how big Carter looks here. He is turning into a big boy right before our eyes!
My sweet girl- she was a trooper. Loved the pool and took a few naps in her "cabana" at the beach.

The past month...

sure has been busy! I would love to blog about all of the fun events we have enjoyed but it would take forever. Let's just face it...life never slows down! Here are some pictures that highlight the past month.

Gracyn is really exploring her environment. She studies everything right now- especially her feet!

She loves spending time in her exersaucer. I thought this shot was hilarious!

She also has two teeth now so that means time for "real" food! I am actually trying something new- making her babyfood! The first try was a true success. I made carrots and even Carter wanted some on his plate! I plan on making some more this week to freeze and have on hand.


Here is a picture of my first batch of carrots! That was Carter's first food too. So far Gracyn as tried carrots, bananas, sweet potatoes, and pears. Of course I am waiting the 4 days between! She seems to like everything so far, but my food always seems to look more tempting to her! Did any of you make baby food for your little ones? Any tips to share? What foods did you introduce first and in what order? It is always nice to hear what has worked well for other moms!

Carter always wants to help out, but Gracyn is not so sure! Another funny face, this little girl is expressive!

Last week we went to the beach with Matt's family. What a blast! I will have to devote an entire post (or two) to that but here are a few shots to share for now.

Getting ready to go to the beach for the first time.

A family picture! What a rare thing! I think we took around a hundred pics in this one setting. I love so many of them! Hope everyone is enjoying their summer!