Monday, September 24, 2012

hammock beach


Our trip to Palm Coast, Florida earlier this month was amazing.  Paul and I were a little hesitant about vacationing on the Atlantic Coast since we both grew up on the Gulf Coast.  We were pleasantly surprised!  Even though the weather was a little overcast and rainy at times, we had a wonderful time exploring Hammock Beach.  Of course, the girls loved every minute of it!
















Emma Jane asked to throw a penny in the lobby fountain every time we walked by it.


We enjoyed a delicious lunch at an authentic BBQ joint (with the smoker smoking away right out front!). 



I took a few pictures of the girls on the resort grounds.  I wish I had taken more pictures of the area...it was just beautiful!






Emma Jane had a ball going down a gigantic slide into one of the resort pools.  I couldn't believe how brave she was to go down it by herself!  After each time, she would shout, "Let's do it again!"



Vivian was a little more timid around the water and just stuck to wading or sitting on the side of the pool with her buckets.


During our trip, we spent an afternoon in St. Augustine.  It was just a short drive from Hammock Beach.  After taking 13 field trips with my 4th grade classes over the years, I was so excited to explore this historical city with my own family.  I took LOADS of pictures in St. Augustine, so I will save those for another post! 

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

puppy dawg

On our recent trip to the beach, Vivian insisted on bringing her "Puppy Dawg" everywhere.  We aren't even sure how she acquired this tiny Dalmatian figurine, but she is in LOVE.  If you look closely, you can spot the little guy in every single picture below.  Puppy Dawg had the time of his life!


He was definitely ready for his first visit to the resort pool.


He had a ball splashing in the buckets!


He was included during snack time!


He loved digging on the beach!


He waited patiently for his feet to be rinsed.


He took a boat ride during bath time!


He even snuggled up for pajama time!
(Although I didn't get a picture, 
Vivi DID sleep with him every night!)


He explored old forts in St. Augustine...


and checked out the inside of a real live cannon!


He was willing to go to the beach again...even in the rain!


He ventured out on his own this time...


but not for long!


We're pretty sure Vivian and Puppy Dawg will have many more adventures together!

Thursday, September 6, 2012

fun with firsts

The Street girls have experienced several "firsts" these past two weeks.

Vivian attended preschool Open House to meet her Parents' Morning Out teachers.  She will be going to "sissy's school" just one morning a week.


Emma Jane also attended the Open House to meet her 4K teachers.  She made cards for them and insisted on attaching a lollipop to each one!


Emma Jane's first official day of 4K...she was SO proud to pose with the sign she made!


Vivian's first official day of preschool...can you tell she's excited?!?


Big sis was willing to lead the way!



Vivi was a little intimidated at first.


Ready to go in!


Emma Jane was READY for soccer to start this week, but her first practice was cancelled due to rain.  



Our little ballerina-in-training DID have her first day of dance class.  She couldn't wait to try out those tap shoes!


Emma Jane also received her first autograph at a performance of "Pinkalicious".


This was Emma Jane's first play, but she was more excited about socializing with her friends and eating popcorn during the show.



Our girls are making some wonderful memories AND having lots of FUN in the process!