We recently vacationed in South Padre Island, TX and it was GRAND! We absolutely loved it. It was a totally cool, laid back, beachy-vibe area. Our rental was gorgeous, had its own private pool and jacuzzi on the back patio {which the girl's could not get enough of} AND our own private beach access! Perfect!
While we were there, we didn't do too much, but we visited some memorable places. Second only to parasailing {which Justin and all 4 kiddos got to do} was visiting a little place called Sea Turtle, Inc. They rescue and rehabilitate injured sea turtles. It was extraordinary to get up close and personal with these creatures; to hear of the unfortunate events that brought them to STI and if/when they would be fully rehabilitated and released. The girls thought this was awesome!
We also did a bird and nature preserve walk. I've got to admit, when its 92 degrees outside with 85% or more humidity, nobody was thrilled with the idea of walking around outside to see this preserve. But boy are we glad we did! We saw tons of awesome birds {up close and personal}, sea turtles, dozens and dozens of fish and even an alligator! Everyone agreed, it was worth the sweat!
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On our way to SPI, we stopped by San Antonio and
taught the girls a little Texas history! |
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| The view from our back patio! |
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| Beautiful, beachy Bella. |
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| JTS and the girls gearing up to go parasailing. |
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| Sophie, Hannah & Mia parasailing. |
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Look closely. That's JTS and Mia. You can tell by
the long legs and the shorts legs! |
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| A rare moment of sibling love, unscripted and caught on camera! |
