I live for Vacation in the summer! Every year, since before I was born, my parents have ventured to the beach for a week in the summer. For the past 20 + years we have spent our time at Sunset Beach, NC. If you have never been there, you should go. Sunset Beach is the very last beach in NC before you enter SC. For as long as I can remember, the only way on the island is by venturing over the one lane swinging bridge...to some, this is a hassle...to those who live there, this is what make Sunset Beach.
Sunset Beach is a quiet, serene spot that has somehow escaped the surge of tacky beach businesses...you know what I mean, a wings or waves on every corner... not here. This place offers an escape from the busy life...a huge beach during low or high tide...and a time for our family to bond and make memories each year.
Enjoy the montage I have created...makes me wish we were back. Thank you Mom and Dad!
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Saturday, August 22, 2009
Sunday, July 19, 2009
Happy Anniversary...
To Us!
Six years ago today, I married the love of my life...and it's so nice to report that I only love him more today... I know, I know, mushy...but true! We have accomplished a lot in 6 years...we both have careers we love, we have a loving and healthy extended family (and dog), we bought our first home, and we invested in a turkey farm. I hope that this is just the start of the many wonderful things that life has to offer for us. We love each other and enjoy each other's company...and these days, what more could you ask for? Here we are 6 years ago today.
Jim and I had the best weekend at the coast celebrating our anniversary. We took a long boat ride Saturday where we explored the Morehead City waterfront and Adam's Creek. It was the perfect day for boating. Mr. and Mrs. Lynch came along with us and we all had a great time.
Saturday night we headed to Beaufort to eat at the Spouter Inn. We had never eaten at this particular place before but it was very good. We were drawn to this restaurant because it offers waterfront deck dining and boat docking. The original plan was to drive the boat to dinner, but the weather interfered with that. It was a nice, cool evening...perfect for dining outside. Here are a few pics from dinner.
After dinner we walked around the Beaufort waterfront. I love how everyone at the coast lives as if there is no time restraints...there were bands playing, crowds enjoying the evening on huge sport fishing boats that were lit up like Christmas trees, and couples walking hand-in-hand... just a serene, peaceful place.
What a perfect day and evening. Happy Anniversary to us!
Six years ago today, I married the love of my life...and it's so nice to report that I only love him more today... I know, I know, mushy...but true! We have accomplished a lot in 6 years...we both have careers we love, we have a loving and healthy extended family (and dog), we bought our first home, and we invested in a turkey farm. I hope that this is just the start of the many wonderful things that life has to offer for us. We love each other and enjoy each other's company...and these days, what more could you ask for? Here we are 6 years ago today.
Jim and I had the best weekend at the coast celebrating our anniversary. We took a long boat ride Saturday where we explored the Morehead City waterfront and Adam's Creek. It was the perfect day for boating. Mr. and Mrs. Lynch came along with us and we all had a great time.
Saturday night we headed to Beaufort to eat at the Spouter Inn. We had never eaten at this particular place before but it was very good. We were drawn to this restaurant because it offers waterfront deck dining and boat docking. The original plan was to drive the boat to dinner, but the weather interfered with that. It was a nice, cool evening...perfect for dining outside. Here are a few pics from dinner.
After dinner we walked around the Beaufort waterfront. I love how everyone at the coast lives as if there is no time restraints...there were bands playing, crowds enjoying the evening on huge sport fishing boats that were lit up like Christmas trees, and couples walking hand-in-hand... just a serene, peaceful place.What a perfect day and evening. Happy Anniversary to us!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Happy Birthday America and Captain Zane!
Jim and I spent July 4th with family and friends at the Crystal Coast. It was a weekend full of fun, great weather, and boating! What could be any better than that?
On Friday, Jim and I got up semi-early geared up to go fishing. The wind was out of the North, which sets up for a calm day on the ocean...nothing better! I guess my excitement got out of hand because while untying the boat, I twisted my ankle and had to skip out on the perfect day of fishing. Instead, I had to stay inside with my foot elevated and ice packs galore! Leave it to me, huh? Here's a pic of my nice swollen ankle (left one).
Thankfully, it wasn't a horrible sprain and I'm doing much, much better! Jim went fishing own his own and didn't have any luck...he says he was 30 minutes too late! HA! He would love to blame his lack of luck that day on my accident.
On Saturday, we had a the pleasure of boarding a 45 foot catamaran sailboat to celebrate the 90th birthday of Captain Zane. Captain Zane is Jim's aunt Gina's father-in-law....digest all that info for a moment. Do you have the connection now? Ok.
As you can probably guess, we are a close family and that also includes extended family. All of Captain Zane's children, spouses, grandchildren, and great grandchildren were along for the celebration. We had about 35 people total on this awesome sailboat! Here is a group shot. Captain Zane is on the far left.
We boarded ship at 12:00 noon and sailed in the ocean to the Cape Lookout lighthouse and seashore...it was beautiful! The boat was huge and had plenty of shade and spots for us sun-lovers. My favorite spot was the netting at the front of the boat. While laying here, you felt as if you were gliding on the water...amazing. Here is a shot of my favorite spot and a view of the sails above.
While visiting the lighthouse, Jim and I stopped for a photo that we find very funny! The sign reads "No PWC within 150 feet of shore". The guide on the boat said that PWC stood for "People With Children". We thought it was comical and we were the only adults on the boat that could relate, so we opted for a photo! 
It was a perfect day. Perfect for celebrating America and our freedoms and perfect for celebrating the amazing 90 years that Captain Zane has had on this Earth. I will leave you with more pictures of our fun day. And if you're interested in taking the sailboat out as we did, click here for the link.
Our nephew and niece, Jackson and Grayson. Grayson had the most fun...she had better sea-legs than any of us!
Jim and I posing in front of the lighthouse.
I don't know if you can see all the boats docked up, but this island was packed with boats! Look how beautiful this beach is...we went shell hunting and swimming here.
Here is Jim's Aunt Gina and her daughter Sarah. We all loved the netting!
The American Flag that flew from the top of our sails...Happy Birthday America!
On Friday, Jim and I got up semi-early geared up to go fishing. The wind was out of the North, which sets up for a calm day on the ocean...nothing better! I guess my excitement got out of hand because while untying the boat, I twisted my ankle and had to skip out on the perfect day of fishing. Instead, I had to stay inside with my foot elevated and ice packs galore! Leave it to me, huh? Here's a pic of my nice swollen ankle (left one).
Thankfully, it wasn't a horrible sprain and I'm doing much, much better! Jim went fishing own his own and didn't have any luck...he says he was 30 minutes too late! HA! He would love to blame his lack of luck that day on my accident.On Saturday, we had a the pleasure of boarding a 45 foot catamaran sailboat to celebrate the 90th birthday of Captain Zane. Captain Zane is Jim's aunt Gina's father-in-law....digest all that info for a moment. Do you have the connection now? Ok.
As you can probably guess, we are a close family and that also includes extended family. All of Captain Zane's children, spouses, grandchildren, and great grandchildren were along for the celebration. We had about 35 people total on this awesome sailboat! Here is a group shot. Captain Zane is on the far left.
We boarded ship at 12:00 noon and sailed in the ocean to the Cape Lookout lighthouse and seashore...it was beautiful! The boat was huge and had plenty of shade and spots for us sun-lovers. My favorite spot was the netting at the front of the boat. While laying here, you felt as if you were gliding on the water...amazing. Here is a shot of my favorite spot and a view of the sails above.
While visiting the lighthouse, Jim and I stopped for a photo that we find very funny! The sign reads "No PWC within 150 feet of shore". The guide on the boat said that PWC stood for "People With Children". We thought it was comical and we were the only adults on the boat that could relate, so we opted for a photo! 
It was a perfect day. Perfect for celebrating America and our freedoms and perfect for celebrating the amazing 90 years that Captain Zane has had on this Earth. I will leave you with more pictures of our fun day. And if you're interested in taking the sailboat out as we did, click here for the link.Our nephew and niece, Jackson and Grayson. Grayson had the most fun...she had better sea-legs than any of us!
Jim and I posing in front of the lighthouse.
I don't know if you can see all the boats docked up, but this island was packed with boats! Look how beautiful this beach is...we went shell hunting and swimming here.
Here is Jim's Aunt Gina and her daughter Sarah. We all loved the netting!
The American Flag that flew from the top of our sails...Happy Birthday America!
Monday, June 15, 2009
Welcome to The Lynch Life!
Blogging is something I have been wanting to do for a long time. I use blogs at school, I follow friends and their blogs, and now it's time to share my own world with those who care. So, let's get started!
My husband, Jim, and I have been married for almost 6 years. We met at NC State, fell in love, and the rest is history! We live in Goldsboro, NC and spend as much time at the coast as possible. We have a red-heeler doggie named Woody. He is our pride and joy!
Jim raises turkeys and works in hog waste management for Goldsboro Milling Company. He loves his work and loves to fish when time allows.
I teach first grade at Moss Hill Elementary School in Lenoir County. I absolutely love teaching and am so blessed that I wake up happy to go to work each morning. I accomplished my National Boards in Teaching this year and encourage all educators to give it a try! I am passionate about the children I work with and the small, yet significant impact I can make on their little minds.
Well, there's your update. I'm excited about the documentation of our life and hope to hear from you!
My husband, Jim, and I have been married for almost 6 years. We met at NC State, fell in love, and the rest is history! We live in Goldsboro, NC and spend as much time at the coast as possible. We have a red-heeler doggie named Woody. He is our pride and joy!
Jim raises turkeys and works in hog waste management for Goldsboro Milling Company. He loves his work and loves to fish when time allows.
I teach first grade at Moss Hill Elementary School in Lenoir County. I absolutely love teaching and am so blessed that I wake up happy to go to work each morning. I accomplished my National Boards in Teaching this year and encourage all educators to give it a try! I am passionate about the children I work with and the small, yet significant impact I can make on their little minds. Well, there's your update. I'm excited about the documentation of our life and hope to hear from you!
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