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Devon

September 1, 2012

Last weekend was a Bank Holiday in England.  Generally on Bank Holidays we stay at home because the traffic is notoriously dreadful. But we decided to brave the motorways and head off to Devon.  For those who don’t know the geography, Devon is about 260 miles south of us.

Let’s just say the traffic lived up to all expectations.

Let’s also say it was worth it.

As you know we spent the weekend with Alice-who-isn’t-a-cat and her beau, who have recently moved into a fabulous rented cottage, which is about 15 minutes drive from the beach at Exmouth.

So, we did what any sensible family would do and, along with Alice’s brother, sister-in-law, and niece, we went to the beach.

This being an English Bank Holiday, of course it was raining.

But there is no point having waterproof coats and not using them.

Button felt the coat was an unnecessary encumbrance!

We prevailed!

We were less lucky with the battle of the shoes!

But you need to take your shoes off so you can paddle!  Silly Mummy!

Even if the sea is a bit cold…and a bit scary because its the first time you’ve been this close to it:

Although obviously, when you’re a brave little chap, it doesn’t take you long to get into the swing of it:

And when you’ve had enough of the sea…there are still puddles to splash about in:

And ice cream to eat:

But then, it being England, the weather is a moveable feast, and the following day it was glorious.

So we hit the beach again.  This time without the waterproofs!

Eat your heart out Daniel Craig!

We boogie boarded:

Built a sandcastle:

Became a mermaid:

And snuggled together for warmth (convincing Daddy that we really should get a new doggy soon!)

We had The Best Time.

 

 

 

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Comments

  1. K-Line says

    September 2, 2012 at 12:59 am

    This post is awesome! What precious photos.

    • Pendle Stitches says

      September 2, 2012 at 11:31 am

      Oh thank you! I’m so thrilled with these pictures…and I have a ton more, of course.

  2. Jane says

    September 2, 2012 at 6:07 am

    What a lovely weekend. Brought back some memories too

    • Pendle Stitches says

      September 2, 2012 at 11:31 am

      It was a fabulous weekend. I’m glad it prompted memories for you…they are so very special.

  3. Lisa says

    September 2, 2012 at 7:44 am

    These are gorgeous photos of your beautiful kiddos x

    • Pendle Stitches says

      September 2, 2012 at 11:32 am

      Thank you. Even soggy or covered in sand that are beyond cute. Little minxes.

  4. Bardieboo says

    September 2, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    Crying!!!! 🙂 what a brilliant memorable weekend. Again! Again! Again! X

    • Pendle Stitches says

      September 2, 2012 at 3:47 pm

      It was a brilliant weekend and we WILL be down again soon. I promise!

  5. Sue Taylor says

    September 2, 2012 at 3:53 pm

    Silly mummy, indeed! everyone knows you can’t walk on a beach wearing shoes – they just get full of sand!! Looks as if you had the most amazing time xx

    • Pendle Stitches says

      September 3, 2012 at 12:32 pm

      It was just wonderful. I can’t wait to do it again. Even if the next time will be winter…just add wellies and sweaters to the mix!

  6. Calico Stretch says

    September 5, 2012 at 7:33 am

    Oh my but you have me all over silly smiles reading this post. Gorgeous glorious pics

    Makes me realise I need to take my two to the beach on wet days sometimes too …. fantastic fun. Might wait till its a bit warmer before paddling though ….

    • Pendle Stitches says

      September 6, 2012 at 9:18 am

      Warm….in the UK?!? Although it’s been rather glorious this week. I’m hoping it’s fine at the weekend because there is a squirrel sanctuary and beach not far from us that is calling to me. I may have started something….

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