:-)  I always thought that the four month olds were harder than the year and four month olds.  At least the older ones can walk, talk and seem to enjoy it much more.  Have fun!

Cameron: I have no doubt that he will be more fun this year!  That's one thing that I am totally looking forward to.  We're just going to need more stuff :)

Good luck with the packing! We started going to the beach (Edisto Beach, SC) on a regular basis when my little boy was about 1 1/2. Oh the stuff! My husband would fuss about it, but he was pleased that I had everything when there was a problem. On a tiny beach you can't get baby tylenol at midnight!

Now Jacob is almost 5. I take way less and don't have to worry about him every second. While it is easier now, I love the memories of him eating sand and falling while chasing waves. All the fuss of packing (and unpacking) is worth the memories.

Enjoy your trip to the beach!

Kiri: It is definitely a relief when you suddenly need something while you're on vacation and you just happen to have it on hand because you packed EVERYTHING.  And I certainly can't wait to enjoy each and every one of those precious vacation memories.  I'll second you on those memories beng totally worth all the fuss associated with packing :)