So, we've been doing the Brigantine Triathlon for the past 7 years now... hard to believe it's been that long already! It was our first multi-sport race and we still absolutely LOVE it!! And with that race comes enjoying the beach at the same time.
This year we headed down on thursday afternoon to Aunt Gerry's house and then went to Ocean City, NJ on friday. We all enjoyed the boardwalk, the yummy food and of course the rides. We never go on the beaches there, since we are REALLY used to Brigantine, which is much less crowded!! The girls also got new hermit crabs... Angela named hers "heart" and Elyse insisted on naming her "Bob"... eventhough he's in a pink shell... guess he's in touch with his feminine side!
here is a link to the album from OC: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2073186&id=1287618449&l=5946f128a2
We had a nice dinner out with Aunt Gerry, we headed to Brigantine to pick up our race packets and go to the beach there. We are truely in love with Brigantine. The town, the beaches, just everything about it is perfect. The girls enjoyed running on a deserted beach and couldn't wait to "dive in"... although the water was only 63 degrees.... brrrrr....
link to the Brig. Beach pics: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2073184&id=1287618449&l=b52f48af5b
Saturday was race day! The weather was PERFECT. The highs were in the low 80's and bright sunshine. The race was one of our best. Megan even got a PR (personal record) after all of these years!! The toughest part of the race this year was the swim. The current was VERY tough and they actually "rerouted" the swimmers to a "more safe area" to swim in... so we had to swim about 2/3 of the way against the current. Tough, but still a GREAT race. Oh yeah, the distances were as follows: 1/4 mile swim, 11 mile bike, 4 mile run... And of course HUGE thanks to Grandmom Reedell and Aunt Gerry for watching the girls, taking pictures, and cheering us on through the entire race!!!
link to the Brig. Tri Pictures: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2073178&id=1287618449&l=8d79708a6f
Saturday afternoon we headed to Smithville for some shopping, carousel rides, and then everyone took naps. When we awoke it was time for dinner... so we headed to a Habachi. We enjoyed delicious food and entertainment... and no one left hungry! We then piled into the car and went to Atlantic City. Grandmom had never been to the Pier at Ceasars, so this is where we went. We visited "It's Sugar" then shopped around the levels. We then took a rest on the third floor where they have adirondack chairs set up on an "indoor beach" and the girls played while we rested our feet. Then it was time for the water show. If you have never seen this, it's REALLY great. Great coreography, great music, VERY entertaining!!! We then headed home... it was late and everyone was pooped for a BIG day!!
link to the AC pictures: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2073173&id=1287618449&l=81374b8593
Sunday we headed to Brigantine for the day on the beach. The girls were happy to be splashing around in the ocean... no matter how cold it was! They had a blast. We stopped at a local restraunt for lunch, then a snack, then it was time to put 2 little girls down for naps... ALOT of fun in the sun = sleepy kiddos. That evening we enjoyed Aunt Gerry's company (as well as Oliver's), the girls showed off their scooter riding talents, and then it was to bed at a "normal hour"....
link to the Brigantine Beach Pictures: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2073185&id=1287618449&l=f3a6de2d92
Just a few pics of the "fun" the girls had at Aunt Gerry's house... of course it's ALWAYS a fun time there!
Monday we relaxed in the morning, then headed home... it was fun being at the beach, but it was also VERY nice to be home.... and to catch our breath before our next trip to the beach - which was the NEXT day!!! Thanks Aunt Gerry for your hospitality and we look forward to seeing you again soon!!
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