Since we were all the way in Grand Rapids for Emily's appointment already, Billy took the day off and we made the quick drive to the beach!
The weather for our drive was mostly cloudy and overcast, but once we arrived at the beach it was sunny and beautiful!
I brought my suit, but it was too cold for my taste, so I didn't get in far. = )
Emily thought the clouds looked a little like Michigan (sideways.)
For most of our visit we had our own section of beach right on the edge, and the water was very calm.
Eventually, Billy was getting too much of a burn and retreated to the car for a nap, since the air was nice and cool. The water started getting choppier, and the beach was suddenly packed. That's when I realized we had picked July 3rd* to go to the beach.
We spent close to 5 hours playing in the water! I applied sunscreen regularly to the kids, but neglected at least one application for myself, and my knees burned spectacularly. Thankfully, the kids were only burned under their eyes where they had wiped off the lotion.
I'd only packed enough food for one meal, so we grabbed from fast food for dinner. Some of us couldn't even stay awake long enough to eat dinner.
Eventually all four succumbed to slumber, Grace was mid-cookie**.
Even though our reason for heading west was a little sad, spending the day with our toes in the sand went a long way. Next time we go, we are bringing the canopy!
later days
**I woke her up enough to finish or take it out, so that she wouldn't choke.
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Edited 7/18/2023: This post is now a part of my project: 78 State Parks! #53
Muskegon State Park #50*
*A description of my state park project!
