Long Beach Trip

We were invited to join my in-laws for a clamming trip down in Long Beach this past weekend. The boys had a day off from school last Friday, so Peter took a vacation day to have the day off as well. As soon as Peter got off work Thursday we pulled the boys out early and off we went! It was a much needed mini-vacation for all of us. And even though the weather was awful at times during our stay, it was still tons of fun. And the boys really enjoyed hanging out with some of their cousins that tagged along for the ride. We all ended up leaving a day earlier than planned (thanks to the weather). Everyone came to our house for pizza and a movie, before they made the trek towards home to avoid the upcoming weather on the Pass. All in all, it was a great weekend!

Here we are Thursday afternoon, with the car packed up and us ready for the long drive!

 It took us an extra hour than the typical 4 hour drive to Long Beach due to the weather and multiple car accidents we came upon. We made it to the RV just in time to grab a bite to eat for dinner before heading down to the beach to do some night clamming. Though no clams were to be found, it felt good to get some fresh air and stretch our legs.

 Bed Time!

 The next morning everyone got up and ready to try their hand at more clamming. All in all, only 3 clams were to be found. Not enough to make fresh clam chowder. But that's ok. Everyone had fun hanging out on the beach. ESPECIALLY the dogs. This was Chewie's first time at the beach. He loved the freedom of running around without a leash on.

 We spent the rest of Friday afternoon and evening hanging around at the RV. It was very relaxing.