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Sarah Halstead

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September 4, 2012 By Sarah Halstead

OBX 2012

Filed Under: Family, Photography

Well we made our first OBX visit of 2012 and the year is just about over. Even though we only live about an hour away from there we don’t go that often. The traffic is usually horrible. We decided to go yesterday and visit with Sarah while she was in town. It was fun and there really wasn’t a bunch of people there. It was overcast so not too hot and the water was just perfect. The boys had so much fun so I am hoping we can go back one more time before it cools off.

My boys had so much fun. By the way that is a dolphin fin not a shark. he he. Thanks for taking the family photo Sarah. I will always treasure it!

Here is a GIF of Dustyn getting tossed by a wave.

Gosh they really did love it. Love all the smiles Carsyn had while playing in the water. He is not sleeping in those last two photos but I think if I would have left him there he probably would have fallen asleep.

   

And a GIF of Carsyn’s legs getting thrown into the air from the wave.

Come back later today for pictures from Dustyn’s first day of Pre-K! Eeekkkk!!!

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  1. Branson says

    September 5, 2012 at 4:29 pm

    These photos are gorgeous, Sarah! And loving the GIFs!!
  2. Pam says

    September 4, 2012 at 4:46 pm

    I LOVE the OBX. I miss going there. Our favorite spot was Ocracoke Island. The gifs were fun! I bet the boys had a great time..
  3. pienilintu says

    September 4, 2012 at 4:38 pm

    Nice beach collages.
  4. SarahinSC says

    September 4, 2012 at 2:27 pm

    Precious photos! Your boys are just too darn cute!
  5. Mindi says

    September 4, 2012 at 1:01 pm

    What precious photos! Love the boys huge smiles on their faces. There is just something magical about the ocean and the beach.
  6. MG Atwood says

    September 4, 2012 at 12:34 pm

    Nothing better than kids, surf, and sand. Lovely.
  7. Kat says

    September 4, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    WOW looks like those waves were crazy strong!
  8. Christina at My Moment Captured says

    September 4, 2012 at 11:35 am

    What stunning photos. The one where Carsyn in laughing and looking at his older brother (the left top photo in the 2nd collage) brought tears to my eyes, WONDERFUL to see! I hope you will get the opportunity to go one more time this year.
  9. Erin says

    September 4, 2012 at 10:12 am

    Love these! Looks like so much fun! We only make it to the beach once a year and my kids LOVE it too.
  10. secret mom thoughts says

    September 4, 2012 at 8:52 am

    Looks like such a beautiful place. great shots. I especially love the gif.
  11. Candace says

    September 4, 2012 at 8:33 am

    LOVE all these pictures so cute
  12. Sarah @ 2paws Designs says

    September 4, 2012 at 8:18 am

    So glad you could come! Enjoyed spending time with you all again. We'll see you soon for the cows! :)
  13. Jill Wellington says

    September 4, 2012 at 8:14 am

    Awwwww...last of summer beach fun! Love the Gifs!
  14. Andee- Match the Pictures says

    September 4, 2012 at 7:41 am

    It looks like you had such a good time. I love your GIFs I am hoping to try one today for the first time!
  15. Brandi says

    September 4, 2012 at 7:30 am

    How awesome is that GIF!!
  16. Lisa says

    September 4, 2012 at 1:58 am

    oh what fun!! Treasure their little lives, they grow up so fast!
  17. Jaymi says

    September 4, 2012 at 12:22 am

    love your animated beach shots! so cute!

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I'm Sarah and I am the writer behind this blog. I love sharing recipes, DIY projects, photos and about my everyday life. I married my high school sweetheart Kenny. We have three boys and one baby girl - Dustyn, Carsyn, Prestyn, and Annelyn. Thanks for stopping by, can't wait to get to know you more. Read More…

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