Pacific City
Seems like its always end of August before we get to the beach but better late than never. Seems like as the kids get older this trip is changing but they were definitely excited about getting dinner at The Pelican and most of them were excited about climbing the dune.
It was a rough start with this one as her little sister was digging like a dog and dug sand all over her to which she responded less than graciously. It's been a long week.
Aubrey
At least she's aiming the digging in the right direction this time.
Maddie
Not sure if I'll ever understand why they love being so covered in sand but I'll enjoy it because obviously they out grow it.
Kaufmans also happened to be heading to the beach today with a teenager who was less than thrilled so it worked out perfectly. Teenagers could commiserate while the rest of us enjoyed the sunshine.
Such a HUGE dune and we climbed straight up this year instead of taking the long way around. I honestly didn't think I could make it up this way but I did. I was pretty proud. The kids also all made it up, even our little twinnies!
Ollie made it too but he ran down before we could get this picture.
Such a beautiful view
Hazel and Autumn
Time to go
But first dinner...
Always a long wait but the kids still say it's worth it.
She wanted pictures with the sunset.
She's in a really good mood these days and we're so thankful!
Change is hard.
Break-ups are hard.
Highschool is hard.
We can see the beautiful girl inside even when she can't.
Today I'm just thankful to see her smile!
It's always darkest before the dawn.
Can we just stay right here forever.
Loved more than she knows.
Stronger than she knows.
They all are!!
And we get to witness that strength grow over many years and through many trials.
Thank you Jesus for these girls! Help them to learn early to find their identity in You alone.
Goodbye Pacific City. Goodbye Summer!
