everything's sweeter by the sea

 

 

There is snow on the ground and I'm sitting here dreaming of beach days and swimming in the pool.

north third street

 

We used to visit the city much more when we just had logan, and even more so before having her. Hitting up local towns and cities has always been a favorite thing of ours, and now with the kids we love it even more— but we don’t do it nearly enough. Strolling the streets on a beautiful day, seeking out new restaurants, small shops, and good brew— always leaving refreshed and inspired...nothing better! Our recent visit into the city last week was so good for us. Strolling leaf covered streets, a quick breakfast in an old tiny cafe, a visit to the aquarium, and lunch with favorite friends. Looking forward to planning a few more trips before it gets too cold and we turn into hermits. 

first beach day of the season

We waited out the storm and drove towards the coast to sun, salt, and sand. It turned out to be such a beautiful day. We even got on the beach without paying because of the unpredictable weather earlier in the day, the beach was free. Logan initially requested we go to a different beach, because our last time there, as high tide came in; a little pool formed on the beach. It was one of our favorite beach days to date-- see here. It ended up working out that we got lucky with one again. Literally, right in front of our blanket the beach filled with water and we had a little pool, made just for us. Logan's day was made, completely and totally. We looked up and down the beach and nowhere else was there one. I kind of feel it was meant to be-- you know that feeling, when you feel like you are right where you are meant to be in that moment?  We thanked our angels in heaven and ended our day just feeling really good. Looking forward to many more days like it. 

adventure aquarium