2012 Rehoboth Beach Vacation {Day 5}

It was a gloomy and rainy day so we opted to stay in and get a good nap in hopes of the weather getting better for an afternoon swim.

Jackson checking on the weather on the deck.  He was still looking for golfers and lawn mowers.

After breakfast, Jackson, our meterologist, to check on the weather again and Connor was playing around with a fire hat.

The boys took a nap and were up before Michael.  They are working him to go to the pool as there was a break in the weather.

Connor and I working on our selfies....

Back after some time in the pool.  Connor had finally warmed up to getting in but required someone to hold him as he still has no confidence in the turtle.

After dinner, it was time for milk cups and another read of Good Night Good Night Construction Site. We are ALL hoping for nicer weather tomorrow.

2012 Rehoboth Beach Vacation {Day 4}

Since the pool at the Peninsula had closed, we headed out to the beach as we had done the indoor pool multiple times and couldn't hold off Connor's request for sand any longer.

This was of course, not before Jackson was doing some quality control on the guys running the lawn mowers.

First steps in the sand...

Jackson made a dash for the water and took a little tumble. He was definitely wet and we were so proud of him that he didn't give up on the ocean.  

Connor working the ball on the beach look.

And, actually getting their feet wet.

Some sand creations on their way.

2012 Rehoboth Beach Vacation {Day 3}

On our 3rd day, we headed to the pool with Uncle Tony and Aunt Gina for our last day with them.  Connor did a lot of sitting in the chair and went off on several "riffs" as we affectionately refer to them.

Jackson continued showing off his abilities with his turtle.

After waking up from their nap and having dinner, we treated the boys to a bath in jetted tub in our master bathroom.  Obviously, they enjoyed themselves.

We got dressed to head out to Funland to get our rides on.  Clearly, the excitement continued. 

First up was the train of vehicles.

Then, off to the swings. It still amazes me how much wind that this ride can make and how compact the ride is despite the amount of speed that the swings actually get.  Despite my concern that the boys are are going to fly off each.and.every.time., I still oblige them and they are so happy for it.
 

Off to the firetrucks.... 

Next up was another ride that had us questioning whether or not it was a good choice for the boys due to the speed BUT, despite the fact that Connor looks a little concerned, he L-O-V-E-D it!!! And, as you can see, Jackson had to be taken out (almost by force) because he enjoyed it so much.  They even rode it a second time.

The fighter planes and all their noise were up and this year, the boys actually were figuring out how to maneuver the plane and make the noises with the rest of the riders.

After the fighter planes, we moved on to the boats and recalling back to last year and Jackson's intense desire to stick his hand in the water actually had me second guessing whether or not it was a good idea to even put them on the ride.

But, a year older means water isn't as much of a temptation at least not on this go round the water.

The boys were off in separate directions.  Jackson opting for the games and Connor with his obsession with riding the horsies on the carousel.  

Recognizing that it was time to explore the more advanced rides, we went with the helicopters.  The helicopter's height was adjusted by the rider and we were naive enough to think that the boys wouldn't be able to figure out how to make the helicopters go up and down.  Jackson figured it out immediately and Connor followed to never be left that far behind. 

Last up for the night were the tea cups. Michael ended up joining them which was necessary to avoid the boys from sliding in to one another.

2012 Rehoboth Beach Vacation {Day 2)

The boys woke up a little earlier than I had expected but we soon realized that staying on a golf course requires lots and lots and lots of lawn mowing at early hours.

The boys took in some of the mowing and golfers with their morning milk cup.

Both boys figured out very quickly that they were able to open and close the screen doors.  Michael and I made sure to secure the locks.

After morning milk cups, the boys enjoyed their breakfast and watched their new favorite -- Mary Poppins.  The singing and dancing and animals are a game changer at our house.  They can watch it and eat, which is a win-win situation.

It's a jolly holiday...

We were off to the wave pool to show Uncle Tony and Aunt Gina how much fun that it was.

Connor's progression of getting in to the pool.

You will notice that he is completely soaked from head to toe.  He is totally willing to pour a bucket of water over his head BUT actually walking into the pool or using his turtle to float around are apparently absurd.

 Of course he can go in to get water to help him make sand castles.

And, you can lick the water without getting in!!!

All of the boys.

Jackson showing off his pool excitement.

After he took off his turtle after successfully swimming in the pool and in 3 ft water, he went after the kickboard to see what he could do.

Some time in the sand.

After a nice nap, we went to the pool.  Jackson immediately warmed up and kept up  his work with his turtle swimming around.

This is definitely his "what's the big deal" face mama!!!

Connor, on the other hand, wouldn't budge from the ledge...  Still cute and playing some ball hoarding!!!