Uncle Bill's Beach House - Day 7

Today was the big day! The boys got to go to their favorite souvenir shop. The Purple Octopus!




They were so excited that they would get some money to pick out what they wanted to take home as a reminder of their time at the beach this year.




They each picked a couple of trinkets that they could play with. Funny, they didn't really pick anything that had to do with the beach!




We also went to eat at our favorite seafood restaurant, Desotos and then got ice cream at scoops.




Today was the first day that it rained so we didn't go to the beach today.




That was ok with the boys. I think they needed a little break.




Reed is so into tradition. He remembered that we walkways take a mouth open picture of him and uncle Bill.




Our beach crew this year. What a great time.




We even made a new special friend, Mrs. Cindy.

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Uncle Bill's Beach House - Day 6 (Family Pics)

5 Years ago we were working really hard to get out of debt and pay off the adoption of our amazing first son. Uncle Bill wanted a vacation and we did to, so he offered to rent a condo for us all to enjoy. That began one of our favorite family traditions we have ever experienced.




The next year, we headed back to the beach to enjoy another relaxing week on the beach. This year was a little different because our adorable kiddo no longer took naps, but it was still relaxing and the seafood was amazing.




Low and behold the next year, we came back to the beach and then year we were blessed to have our dear little ones, Nash and Will home with us. It was such a great trip to have our family together.




Then last year, we were excited to have our family complete with all four of our amazing boys with us. Each year the trips have been a little different all the while we have maintained a level of tradition. We eat the same foods, spaghetti, hamburgers, hot dogs, grilled pizza, bacon from Winn Dixie, and Rice Krispy treats.




The boys love their trips to Uncle Bill's Beach House and so do we. I hope that we can continue this tradition for our boys' entire lives.

Here is a snapshot of how our family has changed:

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2010



2011



2012


2013

Location:Ponce de Leon Ct,Gulf Shores,United States

Uncle Bill's Beach House - Day 5

Beautiful weather today. The boys spent a lot of time in the gulf. They loved it.




Reed was about the age Tuck is now when we came to the beach the first time. It is hard to believe he has grown up so much.




Uncle Bill is enjoying reading his book, when the boys aren't climbing all over him.




The boys are funny as they fluctuate between wanting to be right under our noses and as far from us as possible.




Tuck and I ventured out into the water. Tuck seemed to enjoy himself a lot.




Will really liked the water a lot. It was almost a little scary because he doesn't seem to have a lot of fear of the great big ocean.




The big boys were sweet to play with their little brother.

Location:Ponce de Leon Ct,Gulf Shores,United States

Uncle Bill's Beach House - Day 4

It was finally warm enough to really enjoy the beach today. Tuck really enjoyed his time in the water.




The boys had a lot of fun playing in the sand. They played really well together.




Reed and Nash have had a lot of ton playing together. They love each other so much.




They don't seem to mind being in lots of sand. And getting it all over their bodies.




Look how much Will's skin blends with the leather sofa.




Uncle Bill and Tuck have also done some bonding. Tuck is getting to be more of the age that Bill enjoys.




As always Nash gets cold when the wind blows.

Location:Ponce de Leon Ct,Gulf Shores,United States

Uncle Bill's Beach House 2013- Day 3

Unfortunately, it is still cool and Windy here at the Beach. In fact it is record lows here in Fort Morgan. However, tomorrow things are supposed to be looking up. Especially the temperature.




The cooler temperatures didn't keep us off the beach, but we did decide to go into Foley for our traditional lunches at Lamberts. It was yummy. I also had to go to the doctor today where I was diagnosed with pink eye. I'll be wearing my ugly glasses for much of the week.




Will was very proud of himself for catching his first roll.




He, of course, dominated his "MaMa" throughout the meal. That boy loves his mama.




Sweet Nash loves his Uncle Bill.




Silly Reed wanted to ride in the motorized car. He was determined that we would have $.50 so he could ride multiple times.




After lunch, the boys loved playing on the wooden train.








After we got back home, we went to the beach for a couple of hours.




So, here we are tonight hoping that the weather is warmer tomorrow. It's still been a fun relaxing time. Tonight we spent some time dreaming about owning our own condo!

Location:Ponce de Leon Ct,Gulf Shores,United States

Uncle Bill's Beach House 2013 - Day 2

The boys woke up rip roaring and ready to hit the beach. They love the sand and they are finally getting old enough that they can play in the "backsand" by themselves. We can leave the door open on the porch and hear them.




Uncle Bill bought the boys some sunglasses and Reed is definitely into wearing them. Ms. Candace is amazed at how many times the boys have changed swim trunks. We always like to rent a house with washer and dryer.




Will is very much into the beach. He really likes everything about it. It is still windy and cool but not unbearable. Later in the week it is supposed to be warmer.




Will decided that it was time to fly a kite ... Or three. That caused a bird's nest of an issue, so Uncle Bill declared that only one kite would be flown at a time. Since Ms. Candace had to untangle the nest, she was happy about the new rule.







Will sort of dances as he holds his kite.




Tuck finally found some love for the sand. It was definitely a gradual thing and not love at first sight.




Will is showing love to Ms. Candace. She spoils him.




Reed is growing up so much. I have a special post planned for when we do our pictures this year at the beach where you can see how much he has grown up.




Abbey fixed a wonderful Taco meal for us since it was Cinco de Mayo.




She also made yummy fried ice cream.

Location:Ponce de Leon Ct,Gulf Shores,United States