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Fuentes Family Beach Vacation Summer 2015

Normal people plan a family vacation weeks or months ahead of time. I decide to do a beach vacation for the 7 of us with three days to plan. 7 = me + husband + 3 kids + 2 exchange students. Go-with-the-flow kind of people who enjoy imporomptu fun times is how I would best sum up our lifestyle.

alex-in-water

My husband jokes that I can’t commit to things in my calendar unless they are deadlines, or I’m traveling for work. I argue that I like to be flexible so I can maximize fun opportunities. I’m someone who loves the chaos of the every day life-work juggle. I also love a good adventure, especially if it involves fresh air, water, and sunshine.

sofia

I’m pretty sure my kids thrive in this type of lifestyle too; at least, they haven’t complained. But when I mentioned a beach vacation, they jumped in excitement. This little guy made enless roads, tunnels, and castles with in the “giant sandbox.”

gabriel-at-the-beach

This summer, we’ve taken on two exchange students from Spain. Laura is here for two summer months (although she’ll return for a full year next school year), and Jaime is here for his Senior year of high school.

Laura is a bit shy, reserved, and the perfect amount of girly that complements Sofia’s personality. This summer, they’ve stayed up watching Disney movies on Netflix, doodling, and fallen asleep together in the bottom bunk in the room they share.

Their big-little-sister relationship is magical, and one that they will continue to grow when Laura returns next year.

sofia-and-laura

Alex and Jaime are very much alike. They are social introverts; they like video games, and from time to time they need time to themselves and retreat. They are buddies. Like they’ve had each other around for years. In spite of their age gap, they get each other, possibly, because they are both middle children (although Jaime is one of 4 his mother assures me he is “the middle child”).

jaime-and-alex

Within a couple of days, my kids have taken on to their new “big siblings.” And just like that, the Spanish kids have also incorporated themselves into our family. Regardless who pairs up with whom, they look like they’ve been siblings their whole life.

beach-vacation-2015

This year is going to be filled with new adventures, shared experiences, and many memories. I can’t wait to share them with you.

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  1. Julie

    August 27, 2015 at 2:09 pm

    we went to visit my parents who live 600 miles away, went with them to the Rochester Children’s Museum of Play, and the kids went to camp the next week. No family vacation this year, but maybe next year. We may still be recovering from last summer’s trip to DC 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway.

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  2. Kristina

    August 27, 2015 at 12:50 pm

    My DD started Kindergarten this week. She’s been ready to go to “big kid school” since July. No big vacations, South Dakota has so many attractions we did inexpensive day trips, while I was unemployed most of the summer.
    Your lunch ideas are tons cheaper than pre-packaged and school cafeteria lunches.

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  3. Melanie

    August 27, 2015 at 12:38 pm

    We made lots of summer memories -but, no vacation for us! We own a seasonal business and get to help others enjoy their “staycation” and enjoy our vacation during the winter months! Enjoy your family vacation pics…gives us something to look forward to! Nothing like having your toes in the sand!!

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  4. Sandra

    August 27, 2015 at 12:32 pm

    We went to the lake and spent lots of time fixing up and moving into a new home.

    Reply
  5. Alexis

    August 27, 2015 at 12:31 pm

    We didn’t go anywhere, just finally bought a house and moved!

    Reply
    • Laura Fuentes

      August 29, 2015 at 12:14 pm

      That’s lots of work! congrats!

      Reply
  6. Faith

    August 27, 2015 at 11:56 am

    The summer went way to quick! No vacations but enjoyed family time. Playing with the kids and them helping with the garden.

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