Long car ride with a big prize!

Last weekend Keven, Gabriel and I ventured to San Diego, CA. Some good friends of ours, Mike and Sheryl, have a condo on Imperial Beach. This was actually Gabriel's 2nd time to the beach, in fact almost exactly a year ago. I am sure he doesn't remember is Mexico beach trip since he was only 12 weeks old at the time.

Anyhow, this was his first extended car ride. I think he did fantastic. Keven may tell you different but I think for a 1 year old that is cutting his molars and trapped in a car seat for 11-12 hours roundtrip, he did great!

The condo was beautiful, right on the beach. Gabriel even got a room all to himself.

First morning.



Trying to figure out what that is down there?







Gabriel making friends with Mike and Sheryl's dog, Oliver


A quick hug.


Calling Grandma to tell her that we made him try fish.








"Finally, they let me loose in this stuff!"










He wasn't a big fan of the water. I think it was just too cold be cause he loves his bath. Our bath that night took a bit longer since we had to de-sand.

Flirting with Sheryl.


Playing with Daddy.


"If I run with my tongue out I think I can get away!"


Having a snooze after several pancakes and a jog through the park.


Back to the beach!




Cute and sad at the same time ♥






having a mommy moment.












It was a GREAT trip!