After two days in Greece we were feeling like pros. So for our third day we wised up. We drove to the beach, yes I know it’s only thirty feet away but with two kids and their gear I would rather save that energy for the beach. We also decided to just hang out under a tree and save time putting up the tent. By the way, you are about to see a whole lot of Iphone pictures since that’s the only camera we bring to the beach.
Oh wait, before we headed down there Adam asked to hold Malcolm and this cuteness happened. I so often get Malcolm smiling or Adam smiling but rarely do I get both of them. Here we are.
Then it was off to the beach. It was heaven not having to put up that tent. But on the downside it wasn’t fully shaded for Malcolm, the sand under the tree was black which led to lots of mess and the tree was leaking sap. Trust me, I realize how ridiculous it is that I’m complaining about anything while on a beautiful Mediterranean beach.
And even with all that it was a fun time. Without the long tent building exercise we had more time to play and help Adam build some sand castles and dump some sand with his truck. Every day he gets more used to the beach and more comfortable. He still has zero interest in swimming but that’s ok. The water is on the cold side so the only one who’s gone it so far is Randy.
Then it was home for this delicious lunch. Why yes, that is yet another greek salad. Our plan is to have one meal out a day and cook the other two. So far, the meals at home have been as good if not better than the ones out.
Then it was into town for a walk, souvlakia and icecream. A great day. Malcolm wore his fish shirt in honor of our beach time.
The next day, Tuesday, we decided to try another beach. It’s a two minute drive from our beach so we figured if it didn’t go well, we could always go back to ours. Well, who would have thought it possible but this beach was even more beautiful! It was smaller, but emptier and had pebbles instead of sand. No trees, so the tent had to go up. It was a bit quicker since we’ve had some practice, but since we’re still not getting out of the house until close to 11 (where do those three hours go??) by the time the tents up it’s almost time to head home for naps. It was still worth every second of that time on this beach. Adam spent the whole time sitting by the water throwing rocks, he was so happy to finally be allowed to throw rocks. He kept his swimmies on the whole time but still didn’t venture into the ocean.
Here we are in the tent. Which Adam loves, so maybe it is worth the effort. Not the most flattering picture of Malcolm, but Adam’s face is so cute, even though he’s eating a cracker. Anyway, it’s the only picture I have of tent that you all are I’m sure sick of hearing about.
We loved this beach so much we came back the next day. But…we were able to use some comfy shaded beach pillows that the hotel up the hill has there. I asked permission first of course and the reply I got was, No one is there, just go use them but if anyone asks I didn’t tell you that. Ok, buddy, you got it! Noone bothered us and we didn’t have to build a tent. But, you all now me and I was nervous the whole time that someone would come ask us who told us we could use these comfy pillows and I was going to accidentally rat out my friend.
Another beach day, another sea animal for Malcolm. A whale this time. Thanks Grandma Gertch for getting Adam this cute whale shirt back by the beach when Adam was this size. And thanks Aunt Sandra for the cute sun hat! We’ve put it to good use!
And then, just when we didn’t think it could get any better. We decided to try another beach on Wednesday and we came upon Psili Amos. This means High Sand in Greek and it was beautiful. Not only that, but it was entirely functional. There are tons of trees right by the water for shade. There are two tavernas nearby if we get hungry, thirsty and you can walk out forever and still the water will only be at your knees. This last one was key in getting Adam to finally get in the water. There are also just enough kids to be fun for Adam but not crowded.
So this is where we’ve spent the last three days and will spend tomorrow, our last day in Serifos before we sadly leave but happily continue on to Naxos.
More on what we’ve been doing this week coming up. But thankfully, most of what we’ve been doing is searching for the perfect beach. We can check that one off our list!
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