Every year we head to Hilton Head Island with Daddy's family to attend Grandaddy's company's annual conference. We love to tag along and enjoy the beach!
We stayed busy the entire week and had the best time. The first morning we headed out early to cheer on Daddy in a triathlon on the beach. Considering he had not been training, we were so proud of how well he did! It is very important to Jay that the kids grow up watching fitness as a central part of his life. :)
Tuttle and Maggie finished the last 100 feet with Daddy!
We all went directly to the pool when he arrived back at the hotel to cool off. Holland joined Tuttle and Maggie in their matching swimsuits for a quick picture outside.
Tuttle's swimming improved so much over the course of the week. He was in the pool or ocean every day, and we could tell how concepts he was introduced in swim lessons finally clicked.
The Candy Room that Gresco provides as a hospitality to its member companies is ALWAYS the highlight of the trip, especially for Tuttle and Maggie. They were overwhelmed with all their sugar choices. Tuttle usually chose gum since it was the first time I let him eat it. We are currently reading Willy Wonka And The Chocolate Factory at home, so the kids were even more excited to explore the selections.
We devoted one afternoon to the beach. Unfortunately the sailboats were broken, but Tuttle loved jumping the waves while Maggie played with some big girls from the conference building sand castles.
Even though Daddy is not a fan of the ocean, he made Tuttle the happiest little boy by teaching him to boogie board. :)
The conference ended with the annual dinner party on Monday evening. The kids were treated to a carnival room complete with games, balloon animals, and yummy treats.
David Greene, the former UGA quarterback legend, attended the conference with his family and was a guest speaker the following day. All three Thorne fellas enjoyed talking to David. :)
We usually head home after the conference ends, but the entire family decided to stay a couple more days at the beach. Grandmommy and I spent one morning relaxing at the hotel spa with body scrubs and massages, and Daddy loved an entire day spent poolside.
Grandaddy requested dinner at Hudson's Seafood House On The Docks Tuesday night. Everyone liked exploring the docks and the ocean breeze. Of course I had to turn it into a mini photo session. (Maggie tumbled out of her bed Monday night and completely scrapped up her face. Poor baby!)
A huge thank you to Grandmommy and Grandaddy for such a memorable trip to Hilton Head Island this year. We love you!
My family's sunny destination is always on the beach. It is fun and enjoyable.
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