Water Play This Labor Day!

LABOR DAY 2012

Skyler had a total blast at her FOURTH Labor Day Retreat at Lake Roy. The four day celebration was filled with tons of laughter sprinkled in with lots of kisses and hugs and plenty of water sports! Her first day began mingling with her dear family and close friends. She quickly found her way into her Cousins Jodi & Jared's arms. She then hung out with the "Girls"! 

All smiles with Cousins Jordan, Jodi & Jamie.

Daddy & I did our usual "booze" cruise that Friday night with Auntie Kevie, Uncle Dog, Ron & Debi and Greg & Missy. Here's Sky wishing us bon voyage with Cousins Jodi, Jared and Jordan. 

It was a beautiful, relaxing night on the boat.

Saturday morning found the Princess enjoying the sun-n-sand. Tom & I had to attend a funeral of a dear friend that morning, so Skyler gave us a kiss, a quick wave and ran off to her family. We were gone for over six hours and came back to hear many adventurous stories! 

The biggest adventure for our Water Lover was not only a day on the boat but a day IN THE LAKE. 

Skyler went water skiing with her Uncle Dog for the very first time. Although we missed all the hoopla, I was so happy that they captured this day on the Lake. So here ya have it......Our 3 year old skiing on Lake Roy with her Uncle. *Too Cool* I'm certain she'll be using the kiddie skis that her Auntie Kevie & Uncle Dog bought her next year. She'll definitely be surrounded by great teachers.

Evenings are always spent down by the Pavilion as we enjoy the Community Dinner. Everyone brings a dish and we dine on deliciousness! Amazing how men always gather around a hot grill. Bonding shot ahead featuring  Ron, Tom, Greg and Larry a.k.a "The Boys"

Enjoying the Sunset with Auntie Kevie before dinner. 

Let the Saturday night feast begin! Tom enjoyed spending some time over dinner with his nephew Matt (Skyler's cousin from Gainesville) and his girlfriend Brittany. As you can see by the many empty plates and big smiles, a great time was had by all! 

Skyler's adventurous side shined through again on Sunday! She was eager to jump on the towable water raft  tube and go tubing with Cousin Jodi. She watched all her family enjoy this water sport and wanted to be like the big kids and give it a try. Here's a quick pose with Auntie Kevie before taking off.

Our sun screened beauty was ready to bounce over the waves. Uncle Larry did a great job driving the boat. Sky could NOT stop smiling!! She loved every turn, bump & splash. It certainly was an invigorating activity and another wonderful way to enjoy the outdoors and fresh air. Enjoy these amazing pictures. It was definitely an unforgettable water sport experience and is the perfect family boating outing!

And their off.........

Sky waving during take off!

Then a "thumbs up".....

HUGE FUN!!!

Enjoying the views.....

That's a wrap!

More water fun continued, this time it was in the pool! Sun up or sun down, Sky kept busy in the pool. 

Night time fun with Dan...

Playing with Auntie Kevie...

Our last Community Dinner took place Sunday night. Another beautiful sunset and yummy food shared with great family and friends!

After Monday's breakfast, Auntie Kevie surprised Skyler with a large bubble wand. This toy became the morning hit. Sky had a blast chasing and popping the giant bubbles. I'm always sad on the last day of a family gathering, so this certainly lifted my spirits as I watched our little Angel's energy. 

You still have to take time to smell the flowers in between all that running around!

My precious flower below...

Even Laney took a break!

We took one last boat ride before our 4PM check out. Sure was a great ending to fantastic family gathering. 

Our 2012 Family Photo on the Shoreline

If you're a regular follower of this blog then you know I just love to share some then and now pictures! Our Princess is growing quickly!

2011 (above)

2010 (above)

2009 (above)

Although another Labor Day celebration was over, we had a super weekend mixed with perfect weather. We took home treasured memories and vowed to return in 2013. Family Love is Forever! I just had to include this last picture of sweet Laney taken during the drive home. Skyler was finished with her beach hat and gave it to enjoy. Sharing among sisters!  Not sure she's sad about the weekend being over or uncertain about her new wardrobe!