Beach Trip

Some friends of our had a beach house for the weekend and the generously invited us and a few other families to share it. Kevin got off work a little early on Thursday, which was his birthday and we went straight there. Other than family reunions, this was probably the most fun I've ever had at the coast. I think it's because I was able to see Zane really enjoy it. As soon as we got there we went down to the beach and Zane loved pushing his truck in the sand. I think he enjoyed having no boundaries. He got to fly his new kite and boulder some rocks. He really enjoyed playing with all the other kids. He just had a great time all around. Nora was not a big fan of the beach. Although it was sunny and beautiful for Oregon coast standards, it was a bit chilly and windy for her so we girls didn't spend as much time in the sand.

Kevin is such a big kid. He bought a trick kite with some money he got for his birthday and he spent hours flying it. We enjoyed visiting with friends, eating lots of good food and playing games. The most challenging part of the weekend was getting the kids to sleep in the same room. Once they were finally both asleep they slept great.

On the way home we stopped in Tillamook at the cheese factory. Of course we had to get cheese curds and ice cream. Zane enjoyed his and Nora attacked mine. (Stop scolding. Yes, huckleberry ice cream is her first food and I know that I never would have done that with Zane. I hear you!)

We really had a great time and hope to do it again some time soon.