A few magical days!

All Together!

It's that time of the year.  We're in the middle of the annual beach house gathering out here on Anna Maria Island.  This event, which brings together around 100 members of Beth's extended family for two weeks, has been well documented in previous years blogs.  The Rook Tournament is in full swing.  The 4th of July gathering at the "big house" was as grand as ever, and in a few hours we'll be getting together for the Sunday meal.
For a few magical days this past week the entire Tucker clan was together.  This really isn't an easy task.  Ben lives 1,125 miles away in Pennsylvania.  Sarah, Joey and James are close to 3,000 miles away in California.  Thankfully they were all able to make it to the island for a few days.  The time passed quickly, but it sure was a blast.  Of course James was the center of attention.  We were able to celebrate his third birthday a few days ahead of his actual birthday (July 9).  He lit up the room from the time he woke up until he went to bed.  He loved swimming in the pool and the gulf, playing with his family members, making crazy noises with his Great NaNa, catching his first fish and more.  It was a magical couple of days with everyone under the same roof!

James absolutely adores Funcle Ben!

Surf's Up!

James instructing his dad and "Pop" on how to fly a kite

When he was 1 he didn't like the sand.  Now he can't get enough of it.

James and his buddy Parx enjoying NaNa's special beach chair. 

NaNa making sure James hears her best singing of "Happy Birthday"

A picture that has been recreated through the years!

Pop teaching James about patience while fishing...………..

James catches his first fish!

Sarah with her first fish a few years earlier!

James with fish #2.  He's getting braver!

Ice Cream Time!

James and his Great NaNa in deep conversation!

4th of July Parade!

Sunset on the 4th of July!

Super James!

July 5th Sunset

Unicorn Parking!

Yes!  James is going to have a sidekick soon!!!!!!!!!