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A VERY Short Trip to the Beach

On Saturday, it was a beautiful day in Vancouver. Chris and I wanted to take the boys out rather than staying at home. The local lake was going to be PACKED, so we decided on going to the beach instead.

I was pretty excited to take the boys, as it would be Graham's first real trip to the beach, and James could have some fun playing in the sand. I ran to the store to grab stuff to make lunch, and to grab some snacks and drinks. After standing at the deli for 15 minutes due to a lady buying literally every type of meat, I finished up and we were off.

Now, Chris and I have never been to this beach - or if I have, I haven't been there in at least 15 years. We got lost, then found it, but there was no parking on the particular side. So off we went to find the parking and entrance. FINALLY! We found it, scored a great parking spot and unpacked.

We really should of thought about what time we were leaving at because when we got there it was almost 2:00 in the afternoon. the boys had not had their nap and it was so obvious. As we were walking to find a spot on the sand, James had a total melt down. He doesn't like the feeling of sand in his shoes, so Chris took them off so he could walk barefoot. Well, the sand was too hot for his little feel - he started to cry. Loudly.

Here we were - not even five minutes at the beach and my 3.5 year old is screaming at Daddy. I calmly get down to his level and ask why he is crying "I don't want to walk in the sand. I don't want to be at the beach. I want the playground" I explained that he could play on the playground once we get settled - but that wasn't good enough. He continued to scream, and cry and yell. I tried to calm him down, but it wasn't working.

We set down our stuff on a grassy spot (well there wasn't a lot of grass) and Chris took James to the bathroom to cool him off. James again, had another meltdown.

After that, he was calm and we proceeded to the beach. I ended up carrying more of what Chris was carrying so he could carry James to a spot - James was NOT going to be walking in the sand today. I found a spot, put out the blanket and chairs and James hopped into one. Safe from the sand below his feet.

Graham was having a good time just looking around. He was all smiles for a child who hadn't napped. I made some sandwiches, and gave James his apple juice. After we ate, Chris wanted to take James to the Ocean - the tide was really far out, which was sucky - but there was a big puddle of Ocean water that everyone was playing in.

 

Of course - once Chris got James to the giant puddle James broke down again.

*At this point I wanted to go home. James was obviously tired and was not going to be having much fun at all. We had only been at the beach for maybe 20 minutes*

They came back, James ate some cheezies and sat and watched the kites flying around. He had fun watching that - I was glad to see a smile on my little guys face.

At 3:00 it was time to go. We were having company come over for a BBQ and to watch the UFC fights. It was a struggle to get everything packed up - but we did it. I put Graham back in the Ergo and headed with my load to the car.

On the way to the car James had ANOTHER meltdown. Poor guys was exhausted and just couldn't be happy. I felt bad - like really bad. We got the car loaded up, boys into their seat and Graham was out like *snap* that.

What a day that was. I think our total time at the beach was one hour and ten minutes. ONE HOUR AND TEN MINUTES!

We will try again, but I think we will go in the morning, when it first opens. The boys will be rested and we will NOT skip nap time... AND we will get James water shoes - so the sand can't get in.

So our first family beach trip is one to remember - kind of like out first Christmas photo with Santa... we were 'that family'

Here's hoping for a better trip next time.

Much love
xoxo

The Count Down is On.

In three weeks, we will be moving.... again!

This will be our, 1,2,3 - 6th move in five years. Our friends hate us right about now. Ha!

Chris and I first moved out together five years ago. While at work, a lady came in to ask if she could post an ad on our bulletin for a 2 bedroom suite for rent. I said sure and rather than posting it, I called Chris and said I think we should go look at it. We were both still living at home, but were talking about moving out sometime in the next 6 months.

That night we went to look at the place. Ugh! It was terrible! It needed to be painted, the carpet needed to be replaced and it smelled funny. The owners assured us it would be painted and that they were planning on putting laminate flooring in. Well, for us that was good enough! We took it!

We both went home and told our parents we were moving out - in two weeks! Needless to say, they were shocked. My sisters were also moving out the same weekend. So in two week my mother would have an empty nest - as would Chris' parents.

We bounced around after that - moved from our two bedroom to a one bedroom (which we LOVED), but then found out we were expecting James. Moved from there to another two bedroom place, which wasn't the best but was fine for the time being. Then moved again, to a smaller, yet better place. THEN, we found out we were expecting Graham and we needed more room. That's where we are now - but only till the 25th of July.

On July 25th, we receive keys to our new home. A three bedroom, two bath town home that we own. Chris and I are still kind of in shock that we are moving to a home that we own. We have always dreamed of owning our own home, but never thought it would be possible for some time. But alas, here we are. Three weeks out - and we haven't started to pack yet.

I think what I am most excited about it being able to do things like paint and what not and not have to ask permission to do so. Weird I know - but it makes me all giddy inside. Chris is excited about not living above or below anyone anymore. Totally get that, but he is also excited that there are small projects for him to do around the house. Like redoing the downstairs bathroom, upgrading fixtures etc.

I will be doing posts on home renos (nothing major as the previous owns have done a beautiful job with the place) but things like paint and decorating etc.

We are so excited and cannot wait for July 25th!

Much love
xoxo

I DID IT!

After a LONG time of waiting, and humming and hawing - I finally did it!

I bought my own domain!

I will be with blogger no more, sometime after the 15th of July.

I am so beyond excited to make the switch to Wordpress and finally own my own blog... No more BlogSpot!

I wrote a post about this a while back - I had won a transfer package from babEblessings and she has been SUPER busy, so it has taken longer than anticipated. But is ok, because now, the ball is rolling!

www.greatmumadventure.com is ALL MINE! Be sure to check back soon...

A Day Downtown

My sister has been in town for the week on holidays. It's been so great to have her here. James loves spending time with his Aunt and Uncle.

Yesterday we all decided to go Downtown Vancouver and visit Chris for lunch. After that we thought we could just walk around till he was off of work. And that is exactly what we did!

We all piled into the car and headed down. James is always so excited to go downtown. I don't know what it is.. but he loves it. We found parking (which is CRAZY expensive) and then got out to find Chris. I decided to bring the stroller, just in case James got tired. Both boys did not have their naps, except for the carried in so I knew James MAY need to sleep. I had Graham is my trusty Ergo and the boy was as happy as a clam.

We finally found Chris and decided to go for some food. James didn't want what we were having, so he just ate a cookie. After a very short 20 minute lunch, Chris had to head back. James was very upset that Daddy couldn't stay with us, but I assured Jimbo that we would be back soon, to pick Daddy up from work. He said OK and said bye.

After that, James wanted some ice cream. That's all he was talking about. "Ice cream please?! Auntie - I have some ice cream?" So we all set out to find James some ice cream - and explore a little.

First off, since we were close to Canada Place we thought we would check it out. There were a bunch of float planes taking off and landing and James thought it was so cool. After about 15 minutes of looking around Graham fell asleep. I didn't mind - the little man needs his sleep.

There were a lot of things James could play with and touch and look at there. He had a great time walking around Canada Place.

After that we set out to look for an ice cream place. This whole time James has been asking if he can have some. I honestly thought it wouldn't be very difficult to find an ice cream joint - but it was.. no lie. We walked around for a good hour before we found anything, Finally - at the verge of giving up and buying a store bought Drumstick - YOGEN FRUZ!

James was so excited! He wanted chocolate ice cream with chocolate candies on top. *Bad Mummy moment #34546 - James didn't actually have lunch this day. A cookie, and frozen yogurt WAS his lunch*

I got what I usually get - Blueberry Frozen Yogurt. At this time Graham woke up - hungry. I brought a bottle of breast milk for him and he chowed down like a champ! Once we were finished it was tome to go and pick up Daddy.

It was one of the most sweetest moments ever!! Chris was walking up the street towards us - James was sitting in the stroller - James sees Chris ' "Daddy??" James scrambles out of the stroller and hightails it towards Chris yelling "Daddy!! HI Daddy!" Oh gosh. My heart melted. We all drove home together - both boys fell asleep again and that was that. They were amazing while out and about. Better than I expected!

I should mention - James is STILL talking about his ice cream... silly kid.