Tuesday, November 25, 2008

Tuesday Hilarity


Today was an amazing family day. We started out by taking Sadie and Bekah to Avila Beach. The waves were a little bigger than normal, and it was electrifying watching the storm brewing out over the ocean, slowly inching closer as we played on the swings and slides. I loved it!

Bekah, as always, cracked us up with her ever-exciting antics; making new friends, hunting for starfish (little cement ones along the walkway), and putting sand in her mouth. Okay, so that last one was frustrating. Then we went and shared a strawberry ice cream at one of the little shops.
Afterwords, we came back to town and grabbed lunch at Carl's park (Carl's Jr) and watched Bekah climb through the maze of tubes. From this post and the last one, you're going to think we're not health conscious at all, but it's not true!! Tuesdays are treat days.

Anyways, then late this afternoon Bekah and I went for a walk in the rain. It was only slightly sprinkling, so Bekah put on her pink rain boats, bright pink rain jacket, and grabbed her Little Mermaid umbrella and we braved the elements together. I felt weird, as a Dad, teaching my daughter how to splash in the puddles--but it's awesome!! I refuse to be one of those parents that locks their kids inside when it's a little damp outside. And Bekah had a ball. She ran through puddles, threw rocks in puddles, and even jumped in one or two, squealing with delight all the while. So today had a little of everything--some beach time, some tasty treats, and some rainy day fun!! This is what Thanksgiving break is for. I'm overwhelmed by how thankful I am for my girls!

2 comments:

2Badgers said...

"I refuse to be one of those parents that locks their kids inside when it's a little damp outside."

Yeah... i know some parents like that.
;O)
How you boys grew up healthy & strong is a testament to God's gracious provision & protection! 'Cuz y'all got wet alot... and THEN some. Mud, snow, sleet, rain, & dark-of-night are more than postal challenges... they're actually downright cool in their own right!... in moderation, of course.

Glad to hear you guys had a blast, tho... that surely is what Holiday breaks are for! We're eagerly awaiting ours with yours!

Our greetings to all the girls--
Ever Lovin'
Dad

Sheila said...

Happy Thanksgiving! THis post made me smile :) the picture of bekah is so sweet. It rained here in India today too but we don't have thanksgiving break... oh well. Hope you're doing well. Please keep praying for me! Love, Sheila