Live It Well

Fifteen years ago, Morgan and I walked into our first Switchfoot concert. We'd been to many concerts prior to this together but this was the very first Christian concert we ever experienced. Newly married and armed with a renewed zeal in our faith, that night was the perfect catalyst for igniting revival in our souls.

Ten albums later, these guys are still penning poignant lyrics and making incredible music.

This song should be an anthem for us all.

What's your story and who are YOU living for?

Life is short; I wanna live it well.
One life, one story to tell.

First Beach Day of the Summer

 We made it to the ocean!

 He was very tentative about the ocean this time.

 He's been noticing and saying, "flag" every time he sees one. The beach had plenty!

My guys.

 Helping daddy with the umbrella.

 Grace enjoys a warm sand blanket.

 Taking a walk with daddy.

 Making his scrunchy face.

 Trying to balance.

Faith's sand art.

Cheese!

My baby!

The family.

 Busy working.

 Making friends.

 Watching the girls play.

My little beach bum.

 I scream, you scream.

"Watch me balance on this pole, mom."

We made it to our first beach trip of the summer and as usual, it was worth the long drive. 

This time, to our surprise, Zach was scared of the waves. Which was weird because he's never been afraid of anything. I think it must have been the roaring sound and the power of the ocean as he stood at the water's edge. He avoided going near the water for most of the day but he happily busied himself playing in the sand, making new friends, and people watching.

I think I remember the girls reacting the same way when they were about two. Thankfully, they got over it and now they love the beach! Hopefully, Zach will eventually, too.