Anyway, it was nice to be in a house while there because it was like our home, away from home. We hardly ate out and we had a pool there and were able to do laundry! Yes, we packed half as much because we had this feature and that what wonderful. Not to mention, we didn't come home with a bunch of dirty laundry either!
We spent some time in Ft. Myers and had an amazing day at Sanibel Island. The weather was absolutely perfect!
Tyler, who is the only one who said he would not move to Florida, missed his baseball tournament this year because of vacation, but didn't complain. He was a little sad to miss his best friends birthday, but found the perfect gift. Just had to know how his team was doing and was thankful for the updates from everyone. Turning 12 days before we left, about killed me because he's turning into quite the young man, and I'm proud to say he's mine!
We did go out to an aquarium one day and saw alot of neat creatures there. We mini golfed on the hottest day we were there (then when home for a nice, cool swim!). We had the best ice cream in waffle cones one night while strolling the boardwalk and beach. We really enjoyed ourselves and were blessed with a fabulous trip. Even the 20 hour drive there and back wasn't too bad! The nature lover in Adam, had a blast shelling and finding all of the live sea creatures on the beaches. 
Adam, who needed the vaca more than anyone, even let loose enough to let the kids bury him in the sand at Sanibel, which, for anyone who knows him, knows that is a big step for him!
Our little tree climbing monkeys did well, especially being away from home for so long. There were even quiet moments that they proved they loved each other! :) Made my heart smile!
This is one of my favorite pictures of Addison! Her eyes are just amazing! And rarely do we get a good smile from her in pictures! She looks so big in this picture! And, Savannah was totally jealous that her baby sister had such a great tan! LOL!
I know vacations happen all of the time and are no big deal to most, but for us, it was a special time. We are so thankful to have had the opportunity to DO NOTHING, for a while at least. So thankful that we had a good, safe time together as a family. And even more thankful that my parents joined us, especially since they just celebrated their 25th Anniversary. On a side note, I was so proud of my mother for really challenging herself against her fear of water. She became quite a waterbug too! We had some great conversations sitting on the back deck at night with my parents after the kids were in bed. Great laughs too!
Griffin, though only 3, was wonderful around water. He never even remotely ventured in without Adam or I and had a great time in our pool because it had this little ledge that he was able to use as his own little baby pool.
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Griffin, though only 3, was wonderful around water. He never even remotely ventured in without Adam or I and had a great time in our pool because it had this little ledge that he was able to use as his own little baby pool.
Here's a great pic of all the guys on the boardwalk in Ft. Myers.
Oh, and once we returned, Adam went to dayshift for the first time in 12 years which has been another answered prayer. It's making a huge difference in our lives.
That's our story for vacation this year. Hope you all have wonderful times as well. I hope to get to go back to Mexico next year! Happy summer everyone, take time to enjoy the little things!
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