JaxBeach Golf-Cation

Jax Beach Jubilation: 

Oddly enough, the first beach we hit this season was not the one closest to us. Clay had some business across town- (okay, it was a golf tournament.) Tee off was early the next morning, so we grabbed some SmashBurgers (the Sunshine Burger is my favorite) and a room near the shore.  Those of us who did not bring our clubs (or everyone except Clay & Chandler) spent the afternoon on Jax Beach while the big boys went to the driving range. 

This was one of our first really pretty days- the sand was warm, the water- no so much. 

Not everyone is deterred by cool water. Rye was escorted to the water's edge by each of us in turn. With Sister: 

And Fisher- (she calls him her prince): 

Lifeguards were training for the oncoming summer season. I think this lesson must have been "People Watching 101" or a "Rogue Surfer Roundup" drill: 

No shovel or pail but plenty of sand and teamwork for castle building: 

We even spotted a mermaid: 

The best part of a day filled with sand and wind and sun? Bedtime, of course. After a quick bite to eat, Clay took TheBigs to the pool while I de-salted and de-sanded HalfPint. 

She was asleep before her hair was dry, but I kept the air flowing a little longer just to be certain the 'return to room' noise didn't wake her.

Home or Away, the child has a knack for occupying an entire bed with her tiny frame. 

Duke's Pit Stop

One entry on my "Worth The Drive" list: Dukes BBQ.

Other entries include: Carolina, herself, BBQ, itself and Carolina BBQ, in general- but my list is quite long, so let's just talk about Duke's today.

Here are a few snaps from our recent stop at the Walterboro location: 

I love silhouettes...especially of mossy trees:

It's mostly about the food: 

On the way in, we had encouraged Rye to take a "piggy back ride" but she only cautiously pet the piggy. She must have given it consideration throughout lunch though, because as we were leaving she asked to ride the piggy. Happy to oblige.

Canes

Tonight's game ends the season for Chandler's 15U Canes. Whew! 

The Best Part of Waking Up

As a general rule, I don't do selfies anymore. On this particular morning however, I wanted evidence that many a morning I wake to her feet in my face. Evidence for her journal..and for later. 

Of course, she's only helping me kick start my day. Besides, once she has completely conquered the bed-lands, and booted me from the territory, I can steal a few minutes of quiet time and coffee before the remaining risers stake their claim to my day.