Beach Time

My favorite vacations involve the beach! Beach trips to me are classic summer memories and a tradition we have as a family. Arizona has a lot of "beach" but no ocean :(  We make at least 1 trek across the dessert to San Diego to see friends and have some time to catch waves, play with little crabs and tide pool. This trip was no different! The water was cold, but the waves were amazing, even the littles did some level of boogie boarding. My favorite memory this time, was Lexi's confidently stated "Look out ocean here I come!"

Besides, youthful feelings and memories, waves, relaxation, the beach is a relatively inexpensive investment for our family bonding.  Since our family has a vast span of ages 2-15 its the perfect spot for each one to have their own level of fun. Some guidelines that make our beach trips enjoyable:

1.  Easy access, without a lot of stairs or blocks to walk.
2.  Bathroom facilities
3.  A playground is an added perk since we stay from 11-5:30 most trips.
4. We pack lightly, less to carry makes us all happier. I saw many families bring the tents, "recliners" seriously folks...we are at the beach, not the living room.

Enjoy these carefree days of summer!
~ DeAnn