So we are coming off of a long weekend, Memorial Day! We always go out and this year it was much needed since it has been a crazy/rough/long year. Plus, we haven't taken the camper out since New Years so we were long overdue for a trip out.
This year, as we often do, we headed to Galveston. Now I know it's not white sands and clear water, but a beach is a beach and any true Texan is just fine with a trip to the Gulf of Mexico. After last year's disastrous camping trip to the bay side of Galveston State Park (recall that's when we were attacked by a million mosquitos and Stella ended up with a staph infection), we were so excited to be staying on the ocean side of the park! The drive out was fairly uneventful, with the exception of Mickey, who seems to get severely carsick everytime we take him out, always resulting in an unpleasant bought of intestinal distress in his kennel. Other than that though it was good. Thanks to Amy who was riding in the back and somehow managed to clean it up without the need for a stop on the side of the road!
The stay at Galveston was wonderful. Friday night was an easy setup night followed by our usual hot dogs and s'mores meal. Saturday was spent at the beach enjoying the beautiful weather. Sure the winds were crazy strong, but that's often the case at the beach. Sunday morning brought a bad rainstorm so we spent the first part of the day stuck inside the camper. Luckily Amy and I had just installed our new TV, so we got to give that a go. The afternoon brought about a clearing and we ventured out to the Railroad Museum, which everyone (remarkably) enjoyed. We hitched up early Monday and headed home to avoid the impending weather. Luckily we made it home by lunch, long before the storms began. I'm sure you've heard of how bad it was/is here in Texas. Crazy rains and floods. We have managed to come through it unscathed (prayers of thanks) but many are dealing with power outages and property damage. We even had school canceled today due to the flooding, bringing about an added vacation day and some further rest and relaxation. It seems (fingers crossed) as though the worst is behind us. More rains possible tomorrow, but we shall see.
Summer is quickly approaching. The kids and I have only two days left, Amy with three as she goes through the end of the week! Then it's week of meetings before summer begins! And we have big plans for this summer! Not Disney big, but tons of fun and adventure nonetheless. But that's a post for another time. Until then I will leave you with some pictures of our fun Memorial Day beach vacation! Time to prep for the return to school tomorrow!
All is well, beachy keen and safe & dry, here in Drosche Land.
Ever since they were little, the boys have loved to run in and out of the water. Like a kid-friendly Baywatch opening!
She was pleased as punch to wear her new Hello Kitty bathing suit all day long. This girls loves the water!
Who would have guessed that all three would be enthralled by the Railroad Museum!
We saw the Weinermobile at Wal Mart! Yes they got whistles. Yes, I did too!
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