The Phillips-Barba-James clan decided to head down to the Chesapeake Bay this year for our family summer vacation. Our house was beautiful; equipped with a pool, kayaks and fire pit with a prime location right on the banks on the bay. We took advantage of all the toys but mostly enjoyed watching the babies bond and play together. So thankful to be able to build these wonderful memories with our family that I know we’ll cherish for years to come!
Here is the first batch of pictures now that our server is back up. We’re cruising down the interstate with a car just about bursting at the seams. These are the times I miss our carefree-fly to vacation with just a carryon days!
Andrew rocking his resort wear. He’s too cool. 
View from our yard. So beautiful at sunset! 
Pool time! 
Goofing around with Baby E! 
Both riveted by something Granpa had to say… 
Nap time on the hammock with the little guy. May possibly be the highlight of my vacation. 
Little bad ass: 
Lots of playtime with Everett! 
Andy treated us to a campfire almost every night! Charlotte helped ‘Unka Annie’ collect sticks and ‘hiney cones’ to burn. We toasted s’mores, drank wine and enjoyed the peace and quiet after the boys went to bed. Pretty perfect. 
More cousin silliness. It was awesome to see them look at each other and laugh….in between using each other as human chew toys. 
We rented a boat one day and explored the neighboring inlets and rivers. Charlotte made an excellent first mate! 
Andrew took his first boat ride! He loved the wind but wasn’t too sure what to make of the life jacket situation….. and his quirky, cute as can be cousin! 
Who doesn’t love cold beers on a hot day by the pool?! It is vacation after all!
Andrew being a little ham for the camera! 
The boys taking instructions and listening to the ring leader. Not sure how long this will last….
Cuddles with Aunt Cathy! 
A pretty great vacation if you ask me!
