The Pantry Dish

We went to the beach the other day just the three of us and it was a beautiful day!  It was a little late in the day but we made the trip worthwhile since we hadn't been there for almost a year now.  Come to think of it, the last time we went to the beach was for our cousins' birthday and although it was a fun night in front of a bonfire, the night ended with an unexpected nightcap. 

Let's just say we don't have our tent anymore. 

This time we went during the day.  It was the same week as the Mavericks competition so the waves were beautiful.  The air was misty with just a slight breeze that was refreshing and so very missed.  We kept wishing going home meant down the street in one of those houses with a full panoramic view of that beautiful scenery. 

Maybe one day......hopefully.  For now we can enjoy each others company as a family, away from the TV, away from the chores and errands that I have come to accept as an (almost) everyday ritual, and take a few well deserved deep breaths...refresh our thoughts. 

I love it here.  I can have fun with my little girl in this place without a worry in my mind.  What is it about the beach that forces us to step out of our "to do" mode and into a "playful" one? There have been times where I have asked myself if being a stay-at-home mom was the right choice to make.  When I think about the job I left, "yes" comes to my mind 100%, however remembering the fact that it adds a little more pressure to my husband, I can't help but second guess this decision.  Yet in the time that it takes me to take off my shoes and socks and get knee deep in that sand with my baby, all is well.  Nothing can touch me.  I'm away.  I find me.  A mom blessed to have this wonderful family and the time to spend it with my beautiful baby in such a marvelous place.

Soaking up these moments is all I can think of now.  "Thank you" is what I wish I could say to the angels that have given me this life.  My husband included.