memories were made

we loaded up the cars
and drove the almost
two hours away
to the thousand trails preserve

we had three vehicles
loaded to the gills.
filled with family & food
ready for some fun!

we rented two cabins
one which was right
on the beach.

family time commenced
almost immediately! :)

beach combing
rock throwing
exploring
shuffle board
basketball
playgrounds
digging in the sand

and then in the evening
we ended it by
playing cards and 'spoons'
and laughing until we cried

we needed this as a family-

one last fun family get away
before my daughter, son in law
and precious three year old grandson
all move away to austria
for missionary work.


one last memory making weekend
to savor, store and treasure.

to wrap it up like a gift,
for us to open later
and remember all
the fun, family and love.

we will try to do a few
smaller things;
some hikes,
picnics in the park
a movie night-
but, this was a special weekend
for us all.

my eldest daughter with her little guy

jack with his auntie

 (my youngest daughter)

the two cousins

lane

happy monday
sweet friends-
may you treasure
your loved ones today
and always!