Zaph loves to spend time on the beach, so we went to South Padre Island and spent two nights in a motel. This year we went with John, Carol and Caity and stayed at a very interesting motel --- think it was one of the least expensive places on the island and it was right on the beach. Probably won't stay there again but it was acceptable. The first matter of business was a walk on the beach or in Cait and Zaph's opinions a dip in the water and a romp on the beach. Got a little carried away with the dog photos as I think Ed managed to get some really good ones.

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On the way to South Padre Island we stopped at the shell store. Lots of interesting things at the store including King Kong. Each year the outside display increases in size but not sure why the store owners are doing it.

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"Zaph, I just love the beach" --- not sure if Caity is trying to get something out of Zaph's mouth or giving him kisses.

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"Can I have the stick....... no it's my stick"

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The life ..... soaking wet and a stick in my mouth.

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As fast as a speeding bullet .........

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Charge!!!!!!!!

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Finally I got it.

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"mom, make her give it back"

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It's mine .... no it's mine

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Looking down the beach .... the pipe is being used to move sand from somewhere out in the water to the beach in an effort to rebuild the beach.

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Looking up the beach. It was a little foggy but still a beautiful day.

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Zaph found what looked like a red tennis ball buried in the sand.

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Look it's a football. First Caity pushed it around the beach with her nose.

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Then she managed to put a whole in it so she could pick it up.

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One proud puppy running down the beach with her football.