We found out that our neighborhood gets together every Thursday night for dinner and campfire on the local beach just 10 minutes from our home - how fun! And, they were fun, gracious families who all have kids for our girls to hang with. Sitting there, eating my sub-sandwich, taking in the view and sunset, I realized why San Diego is the place so many flock to for vacation. Yet, this is just a Thursday night routine for our neighbors, something they do all summer long (weather permitting). Now, we get to join in on the fun!
I do feel so fortunate that we have lived in some beautiful locations. We have learned to love and appreciate the mountains and rivers of Missoula, Montana to the ocean shores of San Diego, California. The beauty of God's creation!
I do need to get used to the sand. It gets everywhere and a bath is always a must for the girls after the beach. And, I am sure Parker's diapers will be more "grainy" these next few days... but, it is a small price to pay for memories on the beach!
