Sun and Snow

In a span of a few short weeks this winter, Benjamin got to visit with sun and snow.... Stay tuned for some exciting news updates, as the blog may be moving....

Sun/Snow (Jan/Feb 2012)

More from our summer travels....

We haven't been great about posting pics, but it's largely because we've been so busy. In August, we spent about 10 days on the road -- visiting Long Island, Cape Cod, and New Hampshire. We then spent Labor Day weekend back in Chincoteague, VA. Videos will hopefully follow -- but here are some pics for Benjamin's loyal fans.

July/Aug 2011

Some pics from our summer adventures (part I)

Here are some pics from Fathers Day, 4th of July in Chincoteague, and just hanging out around town. We're off on a NE swing so more pics will follow when we return.

June - July 2011

Hola!

Benjamin had a fabulous time in Mexico. His parents were a little chilly the first couple days and had hoped for a little more sun, but the quality time with the Benj was perfect. Between the sand, the pool, the pineapple juice, and the swim up bar, Benjamin thought life in Cancun was grand.

And PS - Benjamin finally has all 4 of his "i" teeth now too.

Mexico 2011

the beach!

Over 4th of July weekend, we took a short trip to Chincoteague, VA for a few days at the beach. We don't have tons of pictures, and those that we have are more from the pool than the beach. But we had a blast!

Chincoteague 2010

EZ has his priorities straight

Benjamin and cousin Ez went to the beach for a few hours today. It was only about an hour from DC -- and while it wasn't the prettiest beach we've ever been to -- it was a great day trip.

But one of the highlights of the day, was cousin Ez teaching Benj a little about sports.

They stink! from bnzvideo on Vimeo.

More from Mexico...

At long last, another video from the beach in Mexico....

Sand! from bnzvideo on Vimeo.

Mexico!

We just got back from our little jaunt to Mexico, where we stayed at the Riu Cancun. Dan and Chrissie had a great time. As for Benjamin? The pics say it all -- he had a blast. Swimming, playing in the sand, eating, and even sleeping. More details (and some videos) to follow -- but we wanted to get the pics up for all to see.

Mexico!

Nice knowing you!

After approximately 30 hours in Mexico, Benjamin is seriously considering moving here. A certain little boy has been having so much fun playing in the sand, swimming in the pool, crawling around, and eating lots of fresh fruit -- life doesn't get much better than this for a little guy! More pics to come when we get back!

A Quick Study

On only his second day at the beach, Benjamin learned a most important lesson about both the beach and vacation: Napping is essential! (Remember, this is a baby whose preferred - and often only - napping place is his stroller while it is outside and moving.)

We also put his feet in the water, which he was none too happy about. It was a bit chilly, and we think he just wasn't a fan of LI Sound. We're hoping he'll enjoy the pool at Grandpa Jim's a bit more and then maybe be so accustomed to water that he'll try out the ocean at the Cape. But we'll just have to see. Click below for more pictures of Benji's trip to the beach.

Benji at the Beach -- Day 2

ROAD TRIP!!

So Saturday marked the start of Benji's first road trip -- with visits to all his many grandparents planned along the way. He's been excited for his vacation for quite some time now, because, as he's told us repeatedly, it's very tiring being such a cute little boy. The trip began with Benji's first traffic jam on the Jersey Turnpike. It was bound to happen sooner or later. But 9 hours after leaving DC, we made it to Jamesport, NY -- on the western side of Long Island's North Fork. Benji was a superstar for the whole ride up.

But on Monday, Benji got to go to the beach for the very first time -- he had a whole lot of fun. See pictures below. More to follow as we continue our trip over the next few weeks.

Benji's First Beach Day