Vacation on the Jersey Shore

No, I did not see Snookie. (from the Jersey Shore reality show). That show is not a depiction of my fond childhood memories of the Jersey Shore. I have been going there since I was a baby. Haven't missed a summer. It's the best!

This summer was extra special. We got to meet the newest member of the family, my nephew, James Michael who was born on June 24th. So sweet, so small. Katie was very interested in him. Andrew, well, he wasnt all that exciting to him. He was much more into his older cousin (by 5 months), Charlie.

Katie, so proudly, holding James

The four grandbabies. Charlie, Andrew, Katie and James.

The proud Godmother

We had perfect beach days, there by 11am, exhausted the kids followed by a long nap. We made lots of swimming "pools" and castles, collected shells, and went "in the deep", as my kids called it.

Digging, Making cupcakes.

My favorite beach picture.

Cool dude

Grandma. Oh no a wave!

Swimming in "the deep"

Sandy. Crunchy ocean dried hair. Love it.

An Ocean City summer wouldn't be complete without a trip to Gillian's Wonderland Pier - the rides! My kids, spoiled as they are, went twice in one week. Once with 2nd cousin, Audrey (18 months) and once with cousin Charlie.

Katie, Andrew and Charlie

Audrey, Katie and Andrew

Andrew's first roller coaster. Katie is a pro.
My little thrill-seekers. They didnt get that from me!