Before the trip we were very nervous about hurricanes. It was September, so it was prime hurricane season and two hurricanes were circulating in the Atlantic (Hanna and Ike). After a VERY rainy Saturday, we left on Sunday (as planned) and had a uneventful ride down there. Actually the car ride down was GREAT! Ben took a few naps and it was certainly an easier and faster ride then going to Miami. On the road, we called up the Blankenship's and Katie and figured out we were only a few minutes ahead of them. We decided to stop right by the NC/VA border to have lunch. We all ate a NC style lunch and let the babies stretch their legs. I also spotted Corduroy bear in the gift shop area, so I had to purchase Ben one of my favorite books AND the bear that went with it.
After everyone reached the house and unpacked, the women left the children with the men while we did our grocery shopping for all the food, snacks and drinks we needed. After three carts, $550 worth of groceries, and a few remarks of calling each other "Sister Wives" and getting a few oddball looks, we headed back to the house. Thus started the week long fiesta.
The first night was uneventful. Everyone was a little tired from the ride. Even the babies went down without much trouble. I believe we probably played a few games here and there, but basically did nothing.
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On Monday morning, we all headed to the beach (obviously at different times). Ben wasn't too sure what to make of it. He was a great sport and with a little coaxing from his Mom, he walked or crawled around in the sand and let some water splash up on his legs.
After a morning at the beach, Ben was ready for a nice nap and thankfully feel asleep in his little pack and play with no problem. This was the FIRST time Ben took a nap in a pack in play or crib without falling asleep on his Mom or Dad first.
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On Tuesday, we headed to the beach again. Ben got a little more used to it and decided to play a bit in the sand by picking it up and rubbing it all over him. He also tried to eat it, but Mommy obviously wouldn't let him. Instead she gave him a few snacks she packed since he wanting to eat something.
Wednesday was uneventful as it rained most of the day so everyone basically stayed inside the house. I believe after the kiddos went to bed, we all played a version of the Newly Wed game curtosy of Katie. After a few hysterical and memorable moments, the points added up and the Goldlust Family won! How about that?!?
Thursday, I believe we headed to the beach again. We always would venture out in the morning before it got too hot. Ben did even better that day and wanted to actually go towards the water! We didn't stay too long as it was really windy, but had a great time of it.
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Later that day we went to a nearby lighthouse in Corolla. Daddy decided to go up the lighthouse steps to take some great photos. Mommy was not about to carry Ben up all those flights of steps nor be up so high with a baby and a small railing, so we stayed behind and enjoyed the scenery. I am glad I didn't go because after seeing the photos and the design of the staircases, I would of had a heart attack. Did I mention that Mommy has a fear of heights?
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After a long, fun but exhausting week, we all checked out on Sunday and made our way home. Ben was again a trooper for the five hour trip home, and thankfully we all went to bed a little early that night.
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