beachy

I simply can't seem to keep up with what I want to write and publish.   That is, at least so long as I'm doing what I want to do!  We just got back from an amazing trip to the coast, complete with a relaxing stay in a beach house, sprawling sand castles, and much wave chasing.  I'd write more about it, but there are parks to visit and bikes to ride and pre-kindergarten preparations to enjoy right now.  

So, here are a few photos to keep you company...

Yes, the water is cold.  Yes, the weather (this day) was cloudy and cool.  That doesn't matter if you're chasing waves!

Sing with me - "Let's go fly a kite..."

Fortunately, we're a family with engineers, hard workers and folks who like to think they know everything, so castle-making offered a role for everyone.  Note MamaToo's freshly pedicured toes in the "project management" position...

It is simply not a vacation without s'mores.  Beautiful sunset from the deck is optional, of course, but much appreciated.

It's a little overwhelming - the power, depth, and vastness of the ocean, and the oh-I-wish-I-could-freeze-this-moment-forever feeling of watching my boys explore.  

There was some debate about east coast vs. west coast.  I say I'd rather have sunsets like this every day.  Mom & Dad think sunrises are beautiful to start the day.   I countered: you have to wake up to see the sun rise.  Ah, yes.