11 May 2009

Shore Thing

We made it to the shore on Saturday afternoon. My mom had filled the car with gas on Friday, and I just knew it was a sign that a trip to the beach was inevitable. She is a beach babe through and through--I was raised thinking that a perfect day was a day at the beach.

I can't imagine a more perfect day. Blue skies--
warm wind to dry us off after tackling the tide--
and friendly wildlife coming in with the tide.
All three kids couldn't seem to get enough of the shallow waves. J announced that it was time to get a body board after he watched two kids enjoying their boards. A was only disappointed that we wouldn't let her sit in the foot-deep ebb and flow of the waves, and E was elated by all the splashing, especially the surprise splashes!
My mom went home today and we miss her already. What a blessing that she was here for our first attempt at a beach outing with three kids--her extra help (and hands) were indispensable. We're already looking forward to our beach trip when we're in California in June.

13 comments:

Elizabeth said...

Awesome pics Liz! What a fantastic day for the beach. And how neat that your mom was out to visit. So fun :)

Unknown said...

We were at the beach on Saturday too. Cody had so much fun in the water but it was way too cold for me. Little kids really have no fear. Sorry your mom had to go home. It's always nice to have the extra help.

Anjanette said...

burrr...it looks cold

PJMcD said...

I like the way you've acclimated to the terminology. Shore= Right Coast, Beach=Left Coast. And goodness those kidz are growin' fast. That's how people get old.....their kidz grow up. We hope all is wonderful for yunz out there, we are fat & sassy.

vocalise said...

Photos that could have come from my camera. Nothing better. Just beautiful.

Jenae said...

California in June? Do I dare ask what part of California?

Jenae

Sherwoods said...

Super cute. That looks like so much fun! Good luck with three on the airplane!

cherlyn and family said...

so cute!

S+S said...

looking forward to seeing you and the kids in June. I'll be in T-town for three or four days because spencer will be at scout camp for a week. So let's get together at least once while I'm there.

Tyler and Rachael said...

such a fun outing and such fun pictures!!

Cailean said...

There is something so magical about beach photos. It looks like you guys had a great time. I love the red romper!!! :)

Anonymous said...

June? When in June?

HeatherB said...

Looks like a perfect day to me too.