Thomas' birthday usually means the end of Summer to me.
Now with him starting Kindergarten, it really is coming to an end.
This Summer truly did fly by. I swear with every year older I get, the faster time flies by.
Summer usually begins for school-aged children with the last day of school.
This Summer began with Thomas graduating preschool.
To this Mommy, Summer begins with the first of many trips to the beach.
And this, is what Summer is to our family.
Summer is...
...not Summer with out 4th of July festivities and fireworks...
...seeing children's faces during a fireworks show...
...play dates in the pool...
...celebrating birthdays with slip-n-slides...
...seeing rainbows in sprinklers...
...packed beaches...
S...driving 90 minutes, then sitting in over an hour of traffic, to go to a new beach even though you have a bunch close to home, just to see some real waves...
...enjoying the water rushing onto you and trying to wash you away...
...cuddling with one child, while watching the others have the time of their lives...
...being covered head to toe in sand, and not caring...
(And getting along with your sibling.)
...water slides...
...cuddling on the couch together after a long, fun-filled, hot day...
...fishing with Daddy...
...playing in water fountains...
...playing at the water park...
...enjoying cool drinks...
...museums on rainy days...
...going to playgrounds...
...and sleeping more soundly than ever...
Summer to my family, is, having as much fun as you can in just 3 short months.
Summer to me, means depression is kept at bay for the most part and I get to truly enjoy every moment possible with my kids.
Summer is water, warmth, love, and fun.
And this, was definitely one of the best.
Linking up at Mama Kat's Writer's Workshop.
Prompt is, "What five images paint a perfect picture of summer to you? Put those five images together in a piece of writing." yes I chose way more than 5, but I would never be able to narrow what summer means to me in just 5 photo's.
Nice Post!!! Ah now I'm sad a little that summer is ending...Wonderful pictures!!! :)
ReplyDeleteYou have had one busy summer mama! Amazing photos!
ReplyDeleteAww.. what gorgeous photos! You have beautiful children!
ReplyDeleteGreat post!
ReplyDeleteYou are lucky to have such cute kids.
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What beautiful pictures of a wonderful summer for you and your family! I did the same topic. Summer is my favorite season and I definitely get depressed when the weather gets cooler. It can only mean one thing...winter and darkness is not far away.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos! And a lovely family you have! Beautiful way to capture the essence of summer.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a PERFECT Summer! As long as there are lots of smiles and tons of peaceful sleep...you are all set!!!
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