Noels in Progress: Spring Break 2012

I haven't been to the beach during "Spring Break" since I was in college, but this year we wanted to go with Amy, Brad and Bennett, so the best time was while Bennett was out of school. While a beach trip with a one year old is a slightly different experience than a college beach trip, we still had so much fun!
We stayed in Sandestin (can't beat the convenience), and had a gorgeous view.

I couldn't have asked for Evie to be any more cooperative, and it was so nice to have some extra help and entertainment for her. She developed a serious attachment and fascination with her cousin, and he was so sweet and patient with her (especially when she wanted to play with all his Leggo stuff!)

She napped and slept great, even though we put her pack-n-play in the bathroom for bed time and Nana's room for nap time (not ideal, but it actually worked out fine). She even took one nap in my arms out on the beach. I guess she's not too picky, at least once she gets tired enough.

She also did great going out to dinner every night, and even behaved well enough for the fancy "white table cloth" restaurant on our second-to-last night (we went early). I was able to keep her on schedule, for the most part, but I learned that she rolls with the punches pretty well. Perhaps she's a little more flexible than her momma! :)

Not surprisingly, Evie was not a big fan of the sand, but she did fine on a blanket. The beach was really windy while we were there, so it was kinda tough for her to get comfortable. She lasted a few hours, though. The pool was less windy, but Evie refused to get even one toe wet. Not sure why she wasn't into it, but I'm hoping she gets over it and loves the pool this summer.