Yesterday was just so beautiful I decided to take the girls outside in the late afternoon before Taber got home. I thought we'd just go to the little park a block away so I didn't pack much. When we got in the stroller though Teya said she wanted to go to the big park with the lake and sand (about a mile away) I felt up for some exercise so I agreed.
When we got there I directed Teya towards the playground and hoped she'd forget about the lake since we didn't bring bathing suits and the water is still pretty cold. I should've known better though. She asked if she could dip her feet in. The next thing I know her pants were on the beach. Not long after that her shirt was too.
Several other children followed suit and happiness ensued. I couldn't help but smile at the joy of childhood. Teya had no inhibitions, she saw the lake and had to jump in. She saw other kids and decided they would be her friends, that simple.
Brinley had fun at the lake too. This was her first experience with sand and water. She didn't hesitate to explore. As soon as I sat her down she was off to see what this lake was all about.
Found a treasure! The hardest part was keeping her from putting all her treasures in her mouth. I was probably only 50% successful.
We ended up being there for almost 2 hours and even then it was hard to pull Teya away.
Luckily Taber showed up to help me lure her away from the beach. He also brought a towel, dry clothes, and some much needed water and snacks. We ended up getting home a little late but it was worth it to see how much fun they had. I guess sometimes the best outings are the ones I don't plan!
10 comments:
I love it! Great memories and pictures.
Looks like a fun impromptu outing! I am hoping to make it there a few times this summer!
I love those pictures, especially the one of the 3 in their underwear with Teya in the middle. That is seriously the good stuff of childhood in the summer! And you're such a cool mom to just go with the flow and let her just lose her clothes and go for it! Look so fun, I wish we had a lake that close!
Such cute kids! I just want to squeeze those adorable chubby Brinley thighs! Glad you guys are getting some nice weather and way to go on the half marathon! Makes me think I should get my chubby thighs on my treadmill.(:
Awesome pictures and adorable kids. Gotta love the adventures of motherhood, what a fun day for the kids and way to be prepared with the camera you captured some very precious moments!
Treasures...ha,
"Teya! That is NOT a raisin!"
AWESOME (about the whole thing). Life is good.
i just love how kids are so carefree. who cares if you don't have a swimsuit, towel, or extra clothes. just as long as theres sun and fun :).
That's precious! And such great pictures! You can just see the joy in Teya and Brinley. Great afternoon fun!
I love how kids can be so care free. Looks like they had such a fun time. Teya inherited you easy friend making abilities. How lucky.
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