4th of July

 It was a fabulous 4th of July!  The four of us headed to St. Joseph Michigan to enjoy some time at the beach and some relaxation as a family.  It was hot and the water was really refreshing.  There were simple joys for the day..... picnic lunch, playing in the sand & water, many giggles, riding the carousel, walking and enjoying dinner in the lake town, and of course ice cream! Ella wanted her favorite flavor "Banillia" Tessa played in the water until she her skin was a like a prune. By the end of the day we were sun-kissed, smelled of Coppertone, and we were exhausted....translation....it was a GREAT DAY!