Fort Clinch

Instead of our usual beach routine, we went to explore Fort Clinch which was occupied in 1864 by the Union. The kids had a blast exploring the old fort. 

View from the trail.

Carter and Layla visiting the barracks.

Officer's quarters.

The jail.

The mess hall.

Going through the tunnels with daddy.

Family photo at Fort Clinch before hitting the beach.

Beach playground

Our condo we are staying at has a playground on site which is perfect for Carter and Layla! A great way to wear them out after supper and a day at the beach!

Hungry Turltes

The condo we are staying at has several ponds full of all kinds of critters. Don't worry, no alligators in these ponds or so we are told. However, there are a slew of hungry turtles! 

One of the ponds in our complex.

On the balcony after supper. Ready to go and catch some turtles.

In Georgia the ducks love a good piece of bread, here in FL, it's the turtles.

Uncle Chase caught the kiddos a big one.

Beachin' It!

Loaded up the kiddos and went to Amelia Island for the week! Beautiful weather for a much needed vacay! 

The gorgeous view this morning on the beach!

My crew getting all set up for a day at the beach.

Building a tide pool. This is probably their favorite part about the beach.

Looking for seashells with Mimi.

Lewis's birthday splash!

Carter's best bud Lewis also joined the 5 club this past Saturday at the local aquatic center. Carter and Layla had so much fun sliding on the water slides and relaxing down the lazy stream! Of course, pizza, cake, and ice cream followed.

The original crew!! These kiddos have been lifelong buddies! Missing Will, Micah, and Amelia.

The Aquatic Center!

Carter's favorite part was the water gun.

Retro girl getting her pool on.

Laura (Addi's mom) and I! Carter and Addi have been good friends since they were two.

Al with two exhausted babies.

Pizza, Chick-Fil-A nuggets, cake, what more could Al want? I mean, the kids.

Happy Birthday Lewis!! Lewis is also going to be a big brother in November! His mama is expecting twins! Can't wait to welcome them to the crew.

59 and 60!!

Happy Birthday Mimi and Paw-paw! We love you very much and hope y'all have a wonderful birthday!

Will's Birthday Party

Carter's best bud Will joined the 5 year old club as well and celebrated turning half a decade at Monkey Joes! 

Will's mama made his cake and cupcakes and did such a wonderful job! My secret is the Publix bakery..haha.

Little miss thing getting her face painted.

She went with the most girly design on display..the pink heart.

Everyone getting ready for pizza and homemade cake.

Will had to have to have his best bud Carter with him to blow out his candles and make his 5 year old wish!