Off We Go

There’s something special about returning to a place we love. The familiar sights, the sound of the waves, walks along the beach, and beautiful sunsets all make Okaloosa Island feel like our own little escape. The journey may take time, but knowing what awaits us at the end makes every mile worthwhile. I am looking forward to making memories with my family the next week.  

You have to stop at Buc Cees

We always stay in Alabama the first night and just relax at the hotel.  We ordered pizza in and enjoyed time at the pool.  

They look so much alike in this photo

We ate a quick breakfast and continued our journey too the beach.  Aj had us in stitches first thing that morning.  I opened our door to him rushing in carrying a pizza box trying to warm up pizza  that had sat outside his door in the hallway all night.  I had noticed it there earlier when I went down to get coffee.  Needless to say he did not eat the left over pizza lol.

 

St. Louis

Summer goes by so fast!! July was a very busy month, with lots of adventures and memories made.  Ashton and Ali went to the Chris Brown and Usher concert that evening while I spent the evening at an airbnb loft downtown St. Louis with the boys.  It was a fun experience and I had such a great time hanging out with the boys.  

The next day we headed to the zoo for a fun filled day of enjoying the animal exhibits and spending time together!  This was Zanders first trip to the zoo. We all had a wonderful time! 

The boys enjoying sleeping in a cot

The loft was so adorable

AJ with Alanis and Makari at the zoo

 

The Sweet Things in Life

They are found in kindness, friendship, love, family, quiet mornings, shared meals, new beginnings, and memories that make you smile long after they happen. Sometimes sweetness is simply having someone who understands you without needing many words.

It has been a busy but wonderful summer.  I haven't finished my to do list,  or had time to visit some family and friends, but there is so much to be thankful for.   I have a few photos from our adventures too post, but after last summer.... here’s to a summer I’ll always look back on with a grateful heart. 🤍