It's wonderful how something as simple as a trip to the beach can bring families together in such a meaningful and memorable way.  And what an unforgettable anniversary gift the children of this lucky couple gave - not just to their parents - but to themselves, too!  Jennifer Wiser of Holly, Michigan entered this picture in the 2009 Photo Contest held by Village Realty.  The description Jennifer included with her submission is so heart-warming I wanted to share it: 

"This is what our trip to the Outer Banks in May was all about -- celebrating the love and commitment that my parents have had for 50 years together. When we asked my parents what they wanted for their anniversary - they immediately responded that they wanted nothing else than all of their kids/grandkids/and great grandkids to be together for a week of fun, laughter, games, and late night talks. We experienced that and so much more as we spent the most fabulous week together in the Outer Banks. That is what the Outer Banks is all about creating memories and moments that will live in our hearts forever."   



Here are a few more photos from Jennifer showing what a great week the family had ... 

Jennifer's caption with the photo below: 
"Me and my three nieces have been taking this 'famous four' pictures since they were little girls. We have wonderful pictures together at different family events, but this vacation together provided the most wonderful place we have been together. This photo shows us together one night hanging out on the bed talking and laughing and creating memories that will last forever. Our vacation home in the Outer Banks was the most spectacular home on the ocean that gave us a fantastic place that we could all be together and celebrate my parents' 50th wedding anniversary." 



Jennifer's caption with the photo below:  
"These three buds spent a lot of time together on our Outer Banks vacation. It was fun to see cousins together making memories that will last forever. The Outer Banks and Village Realty helped make our dream to take a vacation of a lifetime together a reality. This photo shows the 'three amigos' looking out at the ocean pondering their wonderful vacation together."   




If you're looking for just the right anniversary getaway on the Outer Banks, Village Realty can help with over 500 vacation rentals, South Nags Head to Corolla, 1-bedroom condos to 12-bedroom homes, oceanfront to soundfront. 

Or, if a Bed & Breakfast Inn style getaway is more what you're looking for, check out the First Colony Inn in Nags Head or The Castle at Silver Lake in Ocracoke.