“The Sea, once it casts its spell, holds one in its net of wonder forever.” --Jacques Cousteau

 My sister asked if I wanted to take a day trip with our kiddos to the coast for the MLK holiday! SO we did! Thanks to the hubby who got us on our way with treats and a tank full of gas...off we went for a rather laid back day just going where the refreshing sea air would take us. First it was a visit to the Pier at Pismo and then of course our favorite Splash Cafe chowder for lunch. We then headed to Avila to sit for a bit and enjoy the amazing view. The kids played in the sand building a castle and flying kites. After a few hours playing we brushed off the sand and went into Morro Bay for a stroll down the Embarcadero. Then onward back home. I always love being near the sea. It's humbling and amazing all at once! Thanks for a great day sissy!

 Let's go mom!!

 Cousins posing at the Pier.

 My beautiful sister basquing in the Pacific sunshine.

 Cheese!

 My kiddos.

                                                        Jakie & Kiernan

                                                                                                          Evan flying his kite.

 My beautiful girl!

Architects in the making!

I'm Baaaacccckkkkkkkk!...well at least I'm trying to be...lol!!!!!!

As I read my friends blogs I am constantly reminded of what a great journal a blog can be. And I definitely desire to keep a journal of my kids lives growing up..so why was I stuck on blogging?! Well it can be any number of things. Shall we list a few? Busy, kids, work, calling, family, housework, lousy computer, photo frustration, to much FB...really I could go on forever and ever. But I won't! It's time to brush of the epic failure and start anew. Right?! So here goes nothing. Wish me luck!!