1,925 miles later....

...we are home from a wonderful vacation! On Friday, August 17 we packed the backseat with toys, CDS, teething rings and Henry and headed East to North Carolina. We arrived on Saturday afternoon to a bright green beach house and our favorite New Jersey family. We spent the week splashing in the pool, searching for sea shells, walking the beach, eating delicious food and playing Mexican Train. Henry loved playing with Olivia and Sophie, laughing as they entertained him with finger puppets and Sophie's silly dances. We spent most of our time in the pool. When Henry napped, we could easily take the monitor with us. When he woke, we were only steps away from him. He really enjoyed playing in his red crab, while watching the girls jump and splash in the water. He got to experience an outdoor shower for the first time, as well as a round of mini golf. After a perfect week at the beach, Friday we drove West to Gatlinburg, Tenneessee to meet Grandpa and Grandma Beckman, Aunt Kim, Uncle Eric and his mother Lisa. We stayed in the mountains in a beautiful log cabin. We hit the town Saturday night for a lovely dinner and some sightseeing. On Sunday morning we loaded the car for the last time and drove our final 9 hours home. It was such a treat to all be together for 10 days straight - Henry and I were spoiled, getting to be with Tim all day every day. Now we are home, looking forward to Grandpa Hacker, MooMoo, Uncle John and Emily's visit this weekend.



Olivia, Sophie and Henry



We love Aunt Laura







Auntie Kim

Grandpa Beckman

Grandma and Grandpa Beckman, Aunt Kim and Uncle Eric

A wonderful trip