More of Day ONE at Gulf Shores

The fishing was great this morning, the fishermen and women caught over 50 fish and most were big enough to save for the big fish fry tomorrow. Even the crane below was fed.

 It was so sunny that Zion had to stay in her own little tent. Diane keeps this in her condo for renters that bring a baby along.

 The waves were pretty big, below Nolan has waded out to cast out over the waves and when he turned around to walk back a wave crashed over his head.

 Karin pulled a pretty good sized whiting.

 By the time they quit the cooler was about full.

 Below is just one of the fish Nolan caught.

 Jordan didn't pull this one up but was glad to help his dad by holding it.

 Below Brian is getting ready to take the fish off the hook.

 Jordan and Riley loved playing in the sand.

 Just for the record about everyone one the beach was family.

 The volleyball games were fun even though a lot of the players drove ALL NIGHT to get there in time for the fun schedule.

 

 Below Nolan had just pulled up a double and both were eating size.

 

Nolan put the fish down and picked up baby Zion. Her very first trip to Gulf Shores. 

 

 Ben and Taunya arrived just a little after 2:00 pm. Below Jack is checking out the balcony of our condo.

 We had to place Baby Abe with Baby Zion. What a difference a few months make.

 David and Stephanie were the next to arrive. Below is Elisabet carrying in her cup.

 Ben and Taunya were glad to sit for a picture with their 4.

 Israel was so anxious to get outside to swim. He had his swim suit on then was waiting patiently for his daddy to get ready.

 Jack and Jace had to show me the Christmas tree on the pillow.

 Below David is getting ready to dive in. He said the water was refreshing.

 Israel was more interested in playing in the shallow waves on the beach.

 From there they tried out the water slide. Below is David going first.

 He caught Israel as he came flying down. These two had to go down the slide a few times before heading in to swim in the indoor pool.

 Next they swam in the indoor pool.

And finally they relaxed in the hot tubs, Israel in one and David in the other.

 Phil and Anna arrived shortly before supper time, We ordered pizza for dinner. Stephanie, Anna and Taunya went to Walmart while the guys babysat. The rest of the family used John and Karin's hot tub today, then played games at mom's condo.  Everyone is tired from the long trip and all of us are going to have an early night tonight. Thankful for a warm morning and nice day.