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Fun on the lake

October 30, 2019 /

The last activity on our weekend in Alabama was an outing on the lake. My husband’s uncle owns a pontoon boat and usually takes us on the lake at least once.

The littlest pretended to drive while we were still at the dock.

And my oldest got to drive for quite a while, slowy than faster as well as make turns. He really enjoyed himself.

Once we leave the dock the 3 youngest always wear their life vests which makes them and us feel much more comfortable about letting them walk on the boat. Here, my 8 year old is pretending to be a tour guide. All the boys always enjoy the boat trip whether in the summer or fall.

We made a stop on a little island where the oldest tried swinging from a tree swing. No letting go into the water since it was chilly.

There were some pretty flowers to pick.

This was a perfect outing as I was getting cabin fever. I found on this trip that I really struggled with crankiness on my part because I was not in control of the schedule much and because I was having to keep my 2 year old entertained in an unfamiliar place. When we travel abroad we are usually on the go all of the time so he is happy and entertained. Being in one place with danger in several places (the lake and dock, the playground equipment) really stressed me out.

Our next vacation is a week vacation at the beach for Thanksgiving and I will make sure to bring some toys for him. I do know that my sisters in law will also help with entertaining him so mommy will have some relaxing periods of time!

A bientôt!

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