New Thanksgiving tradition--the Beach!

We usually try to get to the beach for a family vacation at least once a year, usually during Christmas break.  This year, however, we went at Thanksgiving.  Because Thanksgiving isn't celebrated here, this was considered "off season" so we had our rented condo and the beach to ourselves.  It was paradise!  Although we'd rather be with our families at holidays, this is a great "plan b."  

Pictures:

View from the kitchen window:  This is the closest we've ever stayed to the beach.  It was incredible.

A dad and his son:  riding the waves . . . all afternoon!

A boy and his dog:  Landon and Snuggles relaxing poolside.

Mary at the pool . . . chilling.

Snuggles as guard dog . . . he thinks he's so big!