Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Night Walk on Assateague Island Beach

Paul and I wanted to make sure we took the boys on a night walk one evening during our stay at the beach.  Granted, they would be up way past their bedtime, but sometimes, in life, you really have to break the rules. 

We hit the beach around 7:45 pm.  We found many drawings in the sand, left by the beach-goers during the day.

And we discovered this wonderful horse sand sculpture.  I had to take a picture quickly, for fear that my boys would be the ones to destroy it.  Thankfully, they didn't.

We watched the waves trying to overtake this massive trench dug by someone that headed in for the night.

And then, on the walk back, we started having races.  We drew lines in the sand with our feet, counted down and then...

They were off!  Everyone thought this was the greatest game ever.  The boys asked to race over and over again.  I can't believe they didn't get tired out!

We finally had to make them walk.  The boys had flashlights and glow bracelets so we could see in the darkness.

We found one last horse sand sculpture before it was time to drive back to our townhouse for a rather late bedtime.

Did your family ever let you break the rules on special occasions as a kid? 

42 comments:

  1. Eat To LiveAugust 14, 2012 at 6:24 AM

    I have never done a night walk, how cool. The beach patrol on most of the beaches I have been on make everyone get off the beach at a certain time. Next time we go, I am going to do this for sure.

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  2. JeremiAugust 14, 2012 at 6:28 AM

    fun!! love creating memories in little ways like that --

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  3. Vision By MilaAugust 14, 2012 at 6:30 AM

    cute horsy, I could not make such sand sculpture.. I don't actually remember if my parents broke rules with me or my brother, but we were good kids, so they weren't super restrictive..

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  4. The CrankyAugust 14, 2012 at 6:55 AM

    What a wonderful adventure! You're so right, sometimes you have to break the rules. Some of my happiest memories as a child were 'Firefly Nights' when we got to stay up and dance among the fireflies.

    The best rule I ever broke as a parent? The times I sent my daughter and eldest stepson out to play and told them not to come back in until they were completely filthy from head to toe. The absolute surprise and joy on their faces made it SO worth it!

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  5. Buttons ThoughtsAugust 14, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    Breaking the rules is the best and I can tell by the photos even Mom and Dad enjoyed that breaking of rules. B

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  6. andyAugust 14, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    Nothing like a evening on the beach! !!

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  7. Out on the prairieAugust 14, 2012 at 7:55 AM

    What a great time to take advantage of.Te sculptures were lovely to find,I tend to like to leave images and often wonder who finds them.

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  8. UnknownAugust 14, 2012 at 8:06 AM

    It looks lovely, the beach is gorgeous, can imagine running a long it. Have a great day!

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  9. DebbieAugust 14, 2012 at 8:09 AM

    i just adore the beach. my favorite time to go is off season, early morning or in the evening, when it's nice and peaceful!!

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  10. Liz MaysAugust 14, 2012 at 8:15 AM

    I'm just loving how horse sculptures are a theme there!

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  11. AnonymousAugust 14, 2012 at 8:19 AM

    We do! Sometimes there is something you want to do later in the evening together. It has been worth it.

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  12. JillAugust 14, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Love the sand sculptures! What fun!

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  13. Tina Fariss BarbourAugust 14, 2012 at 9:51 AM

    What a cool idea! The boys will remember adventures like this, where the whole family had fun together.

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  14. DawnAugust 14, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    A wonderful memory bank moment(s):))

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  15. DawnAugust 14, 2012 at 10:01 AM

    Wonderful memory banking moments. Rules were meant to be broken for that!! :)

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  16. NancyAugust 14, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    I'm sure they are going to remember this walk, Lisa. Flashlights and races... boys love that kind of stuff. :)

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  17. JillAugust 14, 2012 at 10:46 AM

    This was the best walk ever! And yes! I believe vacations are all about breaking rules! :)

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  18. TexWisGirlAugust 14, 2012 at 10:49 AM

    that is awesome! memories for all of you of a very special time. :)

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  19. renae August 14, 2012 at 11:35 AM

    We kids had very few rules. But we were good kids. (?)

    I've always maintained that there is a special type of woman that can be a Mom to boys. You are that special type. Congrats!

    I just wanted my water ride, e.a.S.y. post, to conjure up FUN!!!

    super day to you, k?

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  20. Gail DixonAugust 14, 2012 at 12:06 PM

    Those sand sculptures are awesome. What a fun time for your boys.

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  21. AnonymousAugust 14, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    It was a rare thing when my parents broke the bedtime rules for us, but I'm sure there were times that they did. I just love this series of photos today, Lisa..... Your boys look like they just had a blast!



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  22. Sonya @ Under the Desert SkyAugust 14, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    What great memories for your boys! Looks like SO MUCH FUN!

    Cute horsy sculptures, too.

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  23. Karen thisoldhouse2.comAugust 14, 2012 at 2:36 PM

    Absolutely, and I believe it in, truly. What a thrill it is to do so, as I'm sure you witnessed with your boys.. what a fun night! And I bet they slept very well after.

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  24. SallyAugust 14, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    How fun!! The little guys are gonna be runners like their mom and dad.

    My mom never broke the rules, but I did with my daughter. LOL

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  25. Betsy Banks AdamsAugust 14, 2012 at 2:55 PM

    Oh how much fun!!!!! YES--of course, you have to break the rules at times... That's just LIFE... The boys loved the night walk. It was definitely worth breaking their bedtime rule for....

    Love that horse...
    Hugs,
    Betsy

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  26. An Apel a DayAugust 14, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    That looks like a great time! Yes we've broken the rules before. Usually it's when company is over. Most of the time they are in bed between 8 and 8:30. This summer I couldn't believe the times some of Mica's friends went to bed. I guess they can sleep in when I try and keep them on the same schedule all year.

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  27. AnonymousAugust 14, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    That sand pony is awesome!

    Looks like the boys had lots of fun and I know they'll have lots of good memories!

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  28. camp and cottage livingAugust 14, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Absolutely! Breaking the rules is part of what makes it all the more memorable.
    "Remember that time Mom when you let us stay up until...."
    Oh, the sand horses are amazing!!

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  29. I Am WoodyAugust 14, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    Those 'special occasion' rule breaks are the best! Making memories!

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  30. MaryAugust 14, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    That is a great event...love the glow lights on the kids...smart cookie, you. That is so cute having sand races...those sand sculptures were a lucky find. Happy vacation memories.

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  31. LinAugust 14, 2012 at 10:08 PM

    Oh, vacations are for breaking rules! The beach is magical in the evening--the sand so cool on your feet, the water is still, and all the little creatures come out to play.

    Glad you had such a nice time together. :)

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  32. Chicken WranglerAugust 14, 2012 at 10:30 PM

    The sculpture was great! Too bad it would not last for a very long time - but long enough for your photo. Thanks for sharing it.

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  33. AnonymousAugust 14, 2012 at 11:08 PM

    Precious pictures and memories for each of you. Oh yes, I remember family times together when we "broke the rules!"

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  34. Tweedles -- that's meAugust 14, 2012 at 11:31 PM

    oh it looked like so much fun for everyone!
    love
    tweedles

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  35. My Unfinished LifeAugust 15, 2012 at 2:00 AM

    i have been to beaches at night....its a completely different feeling!!

    http://sushmita-smile.blogspot.in/

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  36. jp@A Green RidgeAugust 15, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    Me? Break rules? My kids? Break rules?...isn't that rules are for?...:)JP

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  37. KimAugust 15, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    On vacation it's hard not to break the rules. How impressive is that horse sculpture!

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  38. Lexie Loo, Lily, Liam & Dylan TooAugust 15, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    Fantastic pictures!!! I'm so jealous you spent so much time there!

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  39. Grandma BonnieAugust 15, 2012 at 10:04 PM

    I think it is great to break the rules just a bit. It makes a childs day special. Looks like you made some wonderful memories.

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  40. SandyAugust 16, 2012 at 1:37 PM

    Absolutely love that you did this with the boys. It will be a memory they can cherish forever.

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  41. JenAugust 16, 2012 at 8:29 PM

    Oh my goodness!! What fun!!! Those drawings and sand sculptures are awesome!!
    Thank you for sharing :)

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  42. Debby@Just BreatheAugust 19, 2012 at 10:05 PM

    Looks like it was a nice evening walk. Love the sculptures!

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