Bean to Baby & Beyond: March Break Vacation

Monday, April 2, 2012

March Break Vacation

A couple of weeks ago we went on vacation. It was nowhere exotic, and we didn't board a plane or train to get there. Although my kids aren't old enough to experience an official March Break, Paul and I took this time to get away from the daily routine and spend some quality time together as a family. The kids had such a good time and I loved every moment of it.

our home for the week

We rented a cottage in Kettle Point First Nations, off the southeast shore of lake Huron. It took us about 3 hours to get there and the kids did really well with the drive. I expected Pauly to wake up and freak out that he had to sit in his car seat for the rest of the way. Happily it didn't happen. When he did wake up for a while, he was happy to be riding in "daddy's truck". As for Riley, I was almost certain she would sleep the whole time but there was the uncertainty that hunger would get the best of her. It didn't. And so our ride was uneventful and we were there before we knew it.

within the first hour of arriving - making himself at home

As we started to unpack, Pauly got right into his toys. We didn't bring many but we knew Thomas and his friends couldn't be left at home. The cottage was cozy and clean, set on a mature big lot. The beach was nearby and there was swings in the back. And the best part was the weather. I had fully expected a freak snowstorm but we were surprised by warm temperatures and only one thunder storm.

visiting the town of Petrolia

We traveled to nearby towns, enjoying the scenery along the way. We took a walk to the beach and Pauly loved splashing in the water. He loved running in the yard, picking up sticks and chasing after Chloe. And Riley was smiling and laughing all week long (except for a couple sleepless nights). It was exactly what everyone needed.