Florida, a week in photos

We're back from a sunny, warm Thanksgiving week in Florida. We visited my Dad and stepmom Bobbie, and had a fantastic time. The weather was 75 and sunny everyday, and we enjoyed every meal outside by the pool. Its such a slower-paced life down there, and it was nice to get away from the routine and relax away from cold weather!

The boys on Ft. Myers Beach. The water was freezing but it didn't stop Logan from getting his clothes soaking wet, thus the naked redneck baby look. And check out the sandcastle Daddy and Dylan built!

Dylan head first into the pool, enjoying the slide Grandpa Joe made just for him. Logan went down it a few times too but wasn't nearly as enthusiastic. Pool water temp was 84, a little chilly for me but the kids didn't care!

Logan got more confident in the water..

The kids got some snuggles in with Grandma..

On Tuesday, we took the boat for a 2 hour ride up to North Captiva Island in search of seashells. We found a bounty and saw tons of dolphins along the way.

Captain Logan got to drive the boat..

Daddy caught a Grouper, which we enjoyed for dinner later..

And Logan finally passed out below deck.

Back at home throughout the week, the men enjoyed more fishing and horseshoes...

On Wednesday, we took the kids to a cool science museum and a fun park..

And on Thanksgiving, we hosted a big party with about 20 of my parents friends and neighbors. The boys were the only kids and enjoyed all the attention.

And Grandpa Joe pulvarized the turkey with a machete (just kidding Dad, everything was delicious!).


On Friday, we spent the morning on Sanibel Island beach, a really pretty natural beach not too far from their house. There were great shells to be found there, too, and we enjoyed digging in the sand and taking in the view.

Grandpa and Dylan dug a giant hole while looking for pirate treasure.

Dylan found a live starfish, which we kept in a bucket until it was time to set him free back to his home in the ocean.

And Logan stuffed his face with a peanut butter and jelly sandwich.

Thanks for a great week Grandma and Grandpa! We'll see you in a few weeks!