This past weekend, we took some time out of our busy schedule to finally take Charlotte to the beach. My little hometown by the bay doesn’t have stellar water or crystal beaches, but it’s home. Those sandy beaches with brown water sitting alongside that sliver of the Texas Gulf Coast are my roots. And since before Charlotte was even born, I couldn’t wait to take her to the beach. The cascading waves, the howling wind, and the chirping birds soothe my soul. It’s no wonder that she loves to fall asleep to the sound of ocean waves. She gets it from her mama. The beach is sure to be a place for peace for her, too.
I was curious as to how she would react to the sand. She was hesitant to take off her shoes, because this little girl likes things to be clean around her. She is my silly napkin girl, and cleans up the littlest of spills after an “OH NO” whenever anything touches the floor. So she was unsure of the grainy sand. You know my little lady, she whined a little, too. But the water kept her interested. And my mom and sister helped ease her fear, too.
Her many faces say it all.
She had a “why did you bring me here” face almost the entire time, but she ended up loving it.
Once her Aunt Paige taught her that she could draw on the sand with sticks and throw said sticks into the water, she was sold. She even started to draw in the sand with her little fingers.
My muffin did not want to leave.
She was having way too much fun and wanted to show me her new toy, sand.
Don’t you worry, sweet girl. I hope to make many more memories at the beach, on the Gulf Coast and on the pretty beaches elsewhere, too.
Is there a favorite place of yours that you can’t wait to take your little bit? It really doesn’t get much better than this.
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Meg O. says
She’s way more brave than Kennedy was at the beach! Kennedy FINALLY dipped her toes in the water this past month. Charlotte’s adorable.
Kristy says
Aww, Kennedy is just a girly girl like Charlotte. It took all of us to get her comfortable. Such a little diva. Thanks, girl! :)
Guest says
I just adore that first shot of her little feet in the sand! photog skills on point!
Kristy says
Thanks, girlfriend! I love that one, too!
Kelly Linn Feller says
She’s so adorable!! So many cute photos of her first trip to the beach :)
XO Kelly
http://www.dettecakes.com
Kristy says
Thanks, Kelly! :) It was so fun to see her there. Hope you are having a good week!
Ramsey Wagner says
So, so sweet! Beautiful photos.
Kristy says
Thanks, Ramsey!! :) I will always cherish these, that’s for sure.
Julie Leatherberry says
Her outfit is adorable!
Kristy says
Thanks, Julie! Old Navy is our favorite.
Meg O. says
She's way more brave than Kennedy was at the beach! Kennedy FINALLY dipped her toes in the water this past month. Charlotte's adorable.
Stephanie Willingham says
I just adore that first shot of her little feet in the sand! photog skills on point!
Kelly Linn Feller says
She's so adorable!! So many cute photos of her first trip to the beach :)
XO Kelly
http://www.dettecakes.com
Ramsey Wagner says
So, so sweet! Beautiful photos.
Tawnya Faust says
YES! Love this post, and I love the beach, it is my favourite place to be, the sound of the waves, the cool ocean breeze. I LOVE taking Scarlett to the beach on the little Island that I’m from every summer, she finally has warmed up to it too which is nice. :)
Jennifer | The Deliberate Mom says
Charlotte should be linked up to your fashion linkup Tawnya… don’t you think? She wearing floral and jeans – just like you ;)
xoxo
Kristy says
Oooh, good idea! ;)
Kristy says
Thanks, love! I hope Charlotte loves it more and more the older she gets. I think she will. ;) Beach girls for life!
Jennifer | The Deliberate Mom says
Oh my goodness! i just love these pictures. The beach is a gorgeous place to be.
I can’t believe how big Charlotte is getting. WOW!
Thanks so much for sharing this beach trip with us.
xoxo
Kristy says
Thanks, Jennifer! And yes, I can’t believe it either. I just want time to freeze. But then I don’t. Motherhood is such a perfect contradiction. :) I’ll always love these pictures. I was happy to share!
Jennifer | The Deliberate Mom says
Oh my goodness! i just love these pictures. The beach is a gorgeous place to be.
I can't believe how big Charlotte is getting. WOW!
Thanks so much for sharing this beach trip with us.
xoxo
Jennifer | The Deliberate Mom says
Charlotte should be linked up to your fashion linkup Tawnya… don't you think? She wearing floral and jeans – just like you ;)
xoxo
Kristy says
Aww, Kennedy is just a girly girl like Charlotte. It took all of us to get her comfortable. Such a little diva. Thanks, girl! :)
Kristy says
Thanks, girlfriend! I love that one, too!
Kristy says
Thanks, Kelly! :) It was so fun to see her there. Hope you are having a good week!
Kristy says
Thanks, Ramsey!! :) I will always cherish these, that's for sure.
Kristy says
Thanks, Julie! Old Navy is our favorite.
Kristy says
Oooh, good idea! ;)
Kristy says
Thanks, love! I hope Charlotte loves it more and more the older she gets. I think she will. ;) Beach girls for life!
Kristy says
Thanks, Jennifer! And yes, I can't believe it either. I just want time to freeze. But then I don't. Motherhood is such a perfect contradiction. :) I'll always love these pictures. I was happy to share!
Liz | Ellie And Addie says
So sweet! I’m dreaming of a tropical vacation to a beach!
Kristy says
Thanks, Liz! Gosh, I would love a tropical vacation, too! I wouldn’t call my hometown tropical. Lol.
Liz | Ellie And Addie says
So sweet! I'm dreaming of a tropical vacation to a beach!
Kristy says
Thanks, Liz! Gosh, I would love a tropical vacation, too! I wouldn't call my hometown tropical. Lol.