We live right smack in the middle of North Carolina. That means we are a few hours away from the mountains in one direction and a few hours away from the beach in the other direction. I grew up in the mountains and I love it there. The mountains feel like home to me. They give me a certain feeling of comfort and familiarity. I also love the beach. While the mountains feel like going home, the beach feels like getting away. I enjoy the peace of the ocean waves and the breeze. It is calming and serene. I didn't go to the beach much as a kid, but the Witherspoon family has a tradition of spending a week at the beach every summer. I have been a Witherspoon for 12+ years now, so it is a tradition in which I gladly participate. Last week was our week at the beach for this year and it was fantastic. Here are some highlights:
Our niece went with us this year. My girls love her, so it was great to have her along. I love this picture - they are in perfect order by age and all looking down. (L to R: Rachel, Victoria, Megan, Emily)
As you can tell by their expressions, the water was a little chilly the first couple of days. It didn't stop them from playing in the waves, though!
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There was also plenty of playing in the sand! :)
On Wednesday, we went to visit the NC Aquarium at Fort Fisher. The girls had fun and even got to touch a baby angel shark!
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Of course, Rachel refused to turn around for the picture! |
The girls also learned to Boogie Board this year. They loved it! (Except Emily - she loved it for about 15 minutes until when a wave went over her head. My mother-in-law was right there and grabbed her up, but Emily's nerves got the best of her after that!)
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Megan |
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Victoria |
Under the pier is always a good spot for pictures!
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L to R: Rachel, Emily, Megan, Victoria |
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DW and Me! |
2 comments:
Looks like such a fun time!
What a great location you have! Your post reminds me of my summer as a kid. My parents would always take me to the beach with my cousins. It’s something we all looked forward to when summer started. It was like a tradition. =) I hope you have a great summer this year!
Donna Parsley
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