Paradise.........

We were blessed to be able to spend a week in Sanibel Island, Florida for Spring Break.  Although the weather was unseasonably chilly for March, we enjoyed our time on the beach especially shell hunting.  The Dumpling is now referring to herself as a true mermaid.  The Princess was very brave this year and ventured all over the shoreline.  The Bigs rode bikes all over the Island and enjoyed their new found freedom.  The parents welcomed a change from the everyday routine too :)

It's always better when your brother is helping.

We loved learning about shells at the Sanibel Shell Museum.

Our expert 'shellers' on display!

My little Toby Turtle

My Redi Raccoon!

Manatee riding

Touch Tank Fun

Brotherly love

Movie Star

We captured a mermaid at the pool.

Power Shoppers

Raccoon pelt at the wild life refuge

Power shell finders

Daddy and the Mermaid

Sister Love

The shell selection was awesome! 

Root beer float at the pool

I would say that we had a relaxing vacation and a good time was had by all.  We do not take family time for granted.  It was so special to have this time together.