We spent the week at the New Jersey Shore in Avalon. Mary Beth was so excited to be on 'cation!
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All ready to hit the beach.
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She loved chasing the 'eagulls....
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And splashing in the water.
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John took this picture after a much needed storm.
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We spent some time at the near by playground.
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We also hit the mini-golf course.
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Much easier to drop the ball in the cup. Forget the putter.
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John and MB built lots of sandcastles.
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Nanny helped Mary Beth jump the waves.
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Wheeeeeeee!
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So much fun splashing in the ocean.
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We found lots of sea creatures like hermit crabs and conch!
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And some creatures on land, too!
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Dinner out for the grownups.
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The whole clan.
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Hallett fam.
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MB hanging out in Aunt Weez's room and putting on her makeup!