My first beach vacation

My first beach vacation http://www.cooperpatrick.com/Site/Lifes_a_beach.html On May 2, we packed our bags, loaded up on sunscreen and took a three-hour drive. Destination: Longboat Key. Wow, what a place. Mommy and Papi talked to me about the beach, the sand, the ocean, the sun. I didn’t understand what it was until I actually saw for myself. We spent three days relaxing on the beach and enjoying the beautiful weather. I had so much fun laying under the umbrella. But the most fun was when I got to go in the pool and the ocean. It was my first time in any body of water other than my bathtub. I loved it. I relaxed on a raft and even kicked my feet a little. Mommy and Papi were so proud. I also got to see Aunt Maggie and Uncle Chris. But I didn’t see any dolphins or fish. Maybe next time. 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