The 2nd week in June, the whole family, Hatch side, headed to Charleston, South Carolina to Isle of Palms- This was our 2nd time to be in IOP and INCREDIBLE does not begin to describe the time we had. 8 adults and 6 kids under one roof was crazy, to say the least, and so much fun.
The boys LOVED spending time with their cousins and we loved relaxing and hanging out with the family. Michael has been to the beach a few times already, however this year, he really enjoyed the beach and the waves. This boy truly is fearless, which is kind of scary for this mama. At one point, a wave completely knocked him off his feet, where his feet were literally up in the air...I quickly grabbed him and flipped him upright, waiting for him to grab me so I could take him back, however, he laughed and couldn't wait for the next wave!!!
James, who is still not walking, well, at least not on his feet, giggled every time the waves reached the shore and his little knees sunk into the wet sand. His squeals and claps melted my heart as I witnessed his excitement and awe of his first encounter with the ocean- so magical! I swear I could see unicorns and rainbows bursting from behind him each time the waves reached his sweet little toes:)
We played on the beach, built sandcastles, jumped in the waves and lounged by the pool. We watched the kids splash in the pool, race against each other in the water, climb the winding steps to the roof to each popsicles and cuddle under a blanket while watching cartoons. They screamed in excitement over the Flying Nemo that Nana and Pops brought from Boston, fought over IPads and IPhones to play their games, and giggled under covers when it was time to go to sleep.
Needless to say, it was an amazing vacation full of memories and firsts for all of us. I can't wait for the next time we are all together again!
