We are not cool, but we know how to stay cool.

It's official. All the things we said we'd never do, we have now done. The last things on the list were buy a van and have a DVD player in the car. After our only vehicle broke down last Saturday we finally decided to buy a van. It was on the todo list. We just pushed it up 8 months because it's really difficult to always be stranded at home with two kids, an old lady, and no way to escape. Anyway, we found a great deal on a slightly dinged up 2004 Honda Odyssey EX. It is awesome and we love it!!!

I have to say that the DVD feature is by far one of my favorite. It's almost like putting the kids in a cone of silence. 

We initiated our van by driving to the beach the day after we got it. We went to Quintana. What an awesome trip!!! I can't believe how well the AC works throughout the car. Also, it is extremely comfortable: Captains chairs, arm rests, great sound and entertainment, power seat, doors, window/locks...the works. Lots of space too. We had plenty of room for everything. So we removed the back row and took everything with us.

Ian really loves his sweet new ride too.

Playing on the beach and being there reminded of our great Lingard vacation there last summer. It was about the same time too. It was a perfect day. Bright, sunny, warm, and lots of good fun. Our time there was too short. Next time we will leave earlier in the morning. Our new job gives us more financial latitude so we can definitely make this trip more often.