Sweet Summer

Last weekend we decided to rent a van for two days and do some fun things outside of the city. I grew up on a farm and I really miss living in the country, so it was really good for my soul to get out of the city and enjoy the peace and quiet of nature! The first day we went on a picnic with Adam and Mel, and the kids all had a blast throwing rocks in the creek, eating all sorts of goodies they aren't normally allowed to eat, playing ball, hiking and swimming. Our afternoon did get interrupted by some rain, but we hopped in the van for a half hour and read some books till the rain ended. It was so much fun!

Yohanis and his cousin Joanna. These two get along so well!

His smile gets me every time!

Love my boy.

My man loves to grill!

I just love this picture

Colson loves him some cherries

A herd of goats that invaded our picnic

Their shepherd

Such a sweet smile

Cousins and best buds. These two are exactly 9 months apart.

Mel and Adam and the kids slept at our house that night and the next day we headed out bright and early for the beach! It only takes a little over an hour to drive to some of the most beautiful beaches I have ever seen. This was Yohanis' first time at the beach and he LOVED it! It was actually pretty chilly, but he was splashing around in the water and building sand castles with his cousins the whole time even though he was shivering and his teeth were chattering. I love watching him experience things for the first time! It was such a fun two days and I love creating these special memories with my family!