Oh, let me take you back to my childhood memories! There was nothing quite like the feeling of sitting by the water, the wind tousling my hair as I soaked it all in. Every summer, my family would pack up and head to Turtle Lake in Minnesota. Dad would be busy washing his sparkly blue Impala while Mom relaxed in her lawn chair, curlers in her hair, lost in a good book.

Meanwhile, I’d be off in my own little world, playing until the chilly wind chased me back to the car. Ah, those back seats were like a magical playground! They doubled as my bed, a makeshift playhouse, and even a rocketship at night, with the stars peeking through the windows. And back then, seatbelts? Who needed ’em! We just had a blast cruising around.

Fast forward to today, and you’ll find me enjoying the front seat of an SUV, soaking up the scenery as we zip along. Let me tell you, it’s a much comfier ride than the backseat ever was! Joe and I have been lucky enough to explore the East Coast, falling in love with spots like New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Florida, and North Carolina. And guess what’s next on our adventure list? Virginia in 2024! So, keep an eye out for some fresh beach posts coming your way soon.

Cheers to new memories and endless road trips! 🚗🌊