Week at the beach

Tate and I just returned from a week visiting my parents. Joining us were Aunt Meg and Cousins Lucie and Ryan with short visits from Uncle Chris and Uncle AJ. Gigi and Papa hosted a musseling party last Sunday, an annual event since they were newlyweds, where we harvest mussels from the rocks at low tide and cook them at the beach in Gigi's famous garlic and white wine broth over a camping stove. Tate can't enjoy the mussels, but he certainly had fun watching Jason sample all the cookies and cake at the dessert table!

During the week, Tate, Lucie and Ryan kept us on our toes as they took over Gigi and Papa's house. We had a great time hitting the park and beach, making cookies, and playing with all the toys at my parents' house. Lucie and Ryan were diligent in making sure Tate's activity mat was well stocked with toys and accessories. What good little buddies! We can't wait for the next visit with the gang!